Fitness & Nutrition
Follow these 7 rules to keep yourself safe at the gym during coronavirus
If you are gearing up to hit your nearest gym for a sweat session, you need to understand that the pandemic is still very much here and is still dangerous. As we brace ourselves to live with the new normal, we are listing down seven precautions you must follow while [...]
Wondering If You Should Work Out Every Day?
No matter what your fitness goal is — whether you want to gain muscle or shed fat — having a consistent workout routine and eating healthy is the only way you'll see results. But, what about those people you know who hit the gym on the regular? And, we mean [...]
Heat and exercise: Keeping cool in hot weather
Whether you're running, playing a pickup game of basketball or going for a power walk, take care when the temperature rises. If you exercise outdoors in hot weather, use these commonsense precautions to prevent heat-related illnesses. How heat affects your body Exercising in hot weather puts extra stress on your [...]
Is It Safe To Go Back To The Gym?
As gyms reopen, we consulted an infectious disease expert on how to stay safe from germs during your workouts. Gyms, along with movie theaters and places of worship, were included in the first phase of the plan. But how do you know if it's safe to go back to your [...]
9 Benefits and Uses of Oregano Oil
Oregano is a fragrant herb that’s best known as an ingredient in Italian food. However, it can also be concentrated into an essential oil that’s loaded with antioxidants and powerful compounds that have proven health benefits. Oregano oil is the extract and, although it’s not as strong as the essential [...]
7 Science-Based Health Benefits of Drinking Enough Water
The human body comprises around 60% water. It’s commonly recommended that you drink eight 8-ounce (237-mL) glasses of water per day (the 8×8 rule). Although there’s little science behind this specific rule, staying hydrated is important. Here are 7 evidence-based health benefits of drinking plenty of water. 1. Helps maximize [...]
