Browse Category: Fitness
Published: October 06, 2008
Are you wondering what all the fuss and excitement is when it comes to the Wii Fit Exercise Game? Maybe you’ve seen advertisements for it on TV, or heard your kids or grandkids talk about it. If you’re curious about all the buzz, you’re certainly not alone. Let’s take a look at some of the surprising health benefits you can gain from playing the Wii.
Published: August 12, 2008
What’s your favorite exercise? Perhaps you’ve followed the patterns of the “exercise crazes” that seem to have developed over the years. Jazzercise? Aerobics? Spinning? Yoga? Pilates? Perhaps you’re a Richard Simmons fan or have been faithful to Billy Blanks and his successful Tae Bo enterprise. Any one of these forms of exercise can be fun and beneficial to your overall health and fitness. And now there’s a new craze to add to your list: wogging. So . . . what exactly is wogging? Let’s take a look at this new fitness fad of 2008.
Published: August 29, 2008
There’s no denying it – summer is the peak season for outdoor exercise! If you love the great outdoors, then you know how much you long for the summer temperatures to arrive. But it’s important to remember that working out in the sun can be hazardous to your health. Follow these tips to exercise smart on a sunny day.
Published: December 19, 2008
It can be difficult to stick to an exercise plan, and can feel downright impossible when you’re bored. How can you achieve your fitness goals when you’re tired of doing the same thing, over and over?
Published: September 11, 2008
Do you belong to a gym or fitness center, or are you considering joining one? You may think that one gym or health club really isn’t that different from another, but you couldn’t be more wrong! Today, there are more places to get fit than ever before. And while some focus on being all things to as many people as possible, others are highly specialized and concentrate on doing one or a select group of things well. Before you sign on the dotted line, consider these five tips.
Published: October 13, 2008
In the war on fat, there has been much debate about which type of exercise is best. Should you focus your efforts on cardio workouts that work up a sweat, or should you “feel the burn” lifting free weights or using weight machines? Let’s take a closer look at the benefits of both to see which one “wins” in the weight-loss war.
Published: November 21, 2008
I would like to start by saying I am excited to see Alternative Health Journal moving in a positive and growing direction. Being part of the development process of AHJ I have the luxury of knowing how much effort has been put into creating this gemstone of a site. Over the past 2 years I have been involved in many areas of the creation and ongoing development of AHJ from design and structure to functionality and marketing. Ok enough about how proud I am of Alternative Health Journal. Below is my First Article Contribution for AHJ!
Published: December 08, 2008
Tai Chi (pronounced tie-chee) is a physical and mental technique that integrates body, mind and spirit, and has been practiced for centuries in China. It began as a martial art, but these days it is most frequently practiced for its health benefits and meditative properties. What exactly is Tai Chi? What are some of its health benefits? And where can you get started with it? Keep reading for answers to all of those questions and more.
Published: December 11, 2008
Have you ever experienced an “exercise-induced injury”? A strained muscle or joint or conditions like tennis elbow or plantar fasciitis are just a few examples of injuries that can result from too much or improper exercise. So how can you avoid such injuries? And why are women more likely to experience some types of injuries than men? Keep reading for answers to those questions, as well as four simple tips to avoid potential injuries.
Published: December 15, 2008
A traditional western practice that has become a popular form of exercise in America, yoga is designed to enhance awareness, create a mind-body-spiritual balance, and cleanse, heal and strengthen the body. The most obvious benefits relate to stress reduction, flexibility and relaxation, but as more studies are conducted, there is evidence of other tangible health benefits. Let’s take a closer look at some of these benefits . . .
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