Active April – Day 29
Regular exercise helps lower blood pressure and cholesterol levels. Two major risk factors for heart disease.
Active April – Day 28
“In order to build strength, lifting weights is required.” – WRONG Strength training is simply creating work for your muscles through resistance. This can be done in many ways, including using just your body weight.
Active April – Day 27
The ‘core’ includes any muscles that attach to your pelvis, spine and ribs.
Active April – Day 26
Crunches alone won’t slim the midsection; if you want a flat tummy you’ll need to incorporate cardio to burn those calories!
Active April – Day 25
Swimming is a great form of exercise because it incorporates both cardio and strength training.
Active April – Day 24
Parents who exercise regularly are good fitness models for their children; this encourages children to lead a healthy lifestyle.
Active April – Day 23
Walking at a brisk pace can burn almost as many calories as jogging the same distance.
Active April – Day 22
Scheduling in rest days gives your body the time it needs to recover and improve.
Active April – Day 21
People who workout with a partner or trainer are more likely to stick with their fitness regimes.
Active April – Day 20
Improve your mental health and mood with an exercise routine.