Tai chi is one of the many activities that can be done while watching TV. In Mandarin, Tai Chi or Tai Chi Chuan refers to “supreme fighting”. It is mainly a form of martial arts originated in China around the 16th century. During the 1970s, it was introduced in the United States, and has been growing in popularity ever since.
Exercise makes the body stronger, fitter and more flexible. It protects the heart and bones, keeps the weight at an ideal level, helps reduce stress and makes feel good. It also reduces the risk of a variety of illnesses including diabetes, heart disease and stroke. Experts recommend that everybody exercise for at least 30 minutes, five days of the...
Spinning exercise that is also known by the name of studio cycling has become a popular form of exercise these days and is an excellent form of fitness. Spinning exercises helps in the strengthening of the over all body and especially the heart. It also tones the glutes, calves and the thighs in addition. Spinning is also a great exercise to slim t...
A good way to get an aerobic exercise is to use a rowing machine. And rowing while watching TV can be fun. Rowing moves one’s body through a wider range of motion than most other activities. It allows one to stretch his muscles and rotate his joints. Exercise rowing machines build muscular strength and endurance by working out muscles in arms, legs...
Pregnant women often take rest at home. For passing the time they are glued to the television. It would be very beneficial that these women perform some exercises. These would be helpful for them for a myriad of reasons. Some of exercises, which can be performed while watching television, are listed below.
It is not necessary to warm up only before participating in sports or exercising, even though they are traditionally done like that. The sole purpose of warm up is to gradually increase the intensity in the physical activity. Likewise before running or playing an intense sport a slow jog to warm the muscles and increase the heart rate. However the ...
An elliptical trainer is a part of stationary exercise equipment used to stimulate walking or running. Its user stands on the pedals of a machine and they move in independent orbits. Elliptical trainers are a combination of rowing, cross country skiing, and bicycling. A good quality elliptical trainer is very solid, quiet, and usually comes with a ...
Dance is a method of communication using facial expression and movement of body. dancing is a method with which one can express ideas, emotions and views. Dancing is entertaining for the person who watches it and for one who performs it. dance is a kind of exercise and great way to remain healthy and fit. Dancing is much more entertaining than exer...
Cardio exercise is a type of exercise where muscles draw oxygen in blood, as well as fats and glucose in human body, which increase cardiovascular endurance. Cardio exercises help to burn fat in human body. One would definitely like to watch TV while doing cardio workout. For an exercise to be considered as cardiovascular, it needs to increase one’...