Core Training: How To Do it Right!

Core training is probably the most common type of exercise. You see it in every gym and it is the most common type of home workout.

Whether you’re looking to build a bulletproof core that a gymnast would be proud of, or you’re simply looking for a sculpted mid-section for the beach, you’re probably doing it wrong.

Core training is full of moving parts (that’s a pun) and you’re going to need to up your game whether your goals are aesthetic or functional. Continue reading “Core Training: How To Do it Right!”

Bulletproof Your Body: Beyond the Sagittal Plane

Human Movement

We’ve discussed how movements in various planes of the body are important for ensuring proper core stability and strength.

Now, we’ll discuss other planes in more depth, why they’re important, and provide some example exercises for you to try. As the title points out, we’re going to help you bulletproof your body through effective, controlled movement. Continue reading “Bulletproof Your Body: Beyond the Sagittal Plane”

8 Lessons I Learned From Trail Running

Trail running is one of the most extreme sports. Sometimes it only requires an iron will and persistence. But there are some situations where you have to fight against the most brutal conditions on Earth for days on end.

In some races, you must even carry everything inside of your backpack. Trail runners are usually extremely good soldiers – they know how to orient themselves in the most extreme conditions, and they have some of the toughest wills. Continue reading “8 Lessons I Learned From Trail Running”

Vitamin D (Everything You Need to Know)

With all the hype about vitamin D going on, it can be hard to separate facts from fiction.

How much vitamin D do I need? How to get enough vitamin D? Which are the best food sources? Do I need a vitamin D supplement and which one?

If you’ve been asking any of these questions (or all of them), ask no further.

This article covers everything you need to know about vitamin D—health benefits, recommendations, sources, and useful tips. You will even learn some surprising and fun facts about the “sunshine vitamin”. Continue reading “Vitamin D (Everything You Need to Know)”

Food as Information—A Breakthrough in Genetic Research

The latest genetic research reveals: plants communicate with our body, change our gene expression, and influence our evolution. These findings are laying new foundations of genetics and the role of nutrition in the field. They are bringing us some amazing news, but also a serious warning! Continue reading “Food as Information—A Breakthrough in Genetic Research”

The Amazing Benefits of Herbal Teas

Why Tea?

Amongst nature’s infinite biological miracles, medicinal plants and their healing properties are one of the many that could just make us fall on our knees and worship nature all day.

Besides the diversity of life-enhancing functions these plants fulfill within their own natural environment, and their often awe-inspiring beauty and aromas, medicinal plants contain a vast variety of phytochemicals capable of healing all sorts of ailments and conditions.

And drinking most herbal teas will help you stay hydrated. Continue reading “The Amazing Benefits of Herbal Teas”

Benefits of Drinking 2 Litres of Water a Day (30-Day Water Challenge)

What are your current wellness resolutions? Planning to cut off processed sugar from your diet, exercise every day, and buy only organic food?

I used to start every year with similar goals, but it would never last more than a month, leaving me disappointed. Continue reading “Benefits of Drinking 2 Litres of Water a Day (30-Day Water Challenge)”

Great Natural Fats – And How to Incorporate Them in Your Diet

The word “fat” has turned into a buzz word for being overweight. In turn, it has been confused with the term in nutrition, “fat,” referring to an essential nutrient in many foods. Low or no-fat diets trended for years until recently, when people realized that the nutrient fat is actually necessary to any good diet.

But, just like carbs and proteins, not all fats are created equal. Continue reading “Great Natural Fats – And How to Incorporate Them in Your Diet”

How to Relax Your Mind From Anxiety and Stress (10 Great Ways)

Does modern life sometimes seem too intense and turbulent? At times you may feel stressed and need a break to help your mind and body. You can do this by simply paying attention to your health and wellbeing – the mind and body are closely tied together.

While there are many synthetic solutions available, self-awareness and action are great things to practice whether you’re using any medications or not. It also gives you more control and more options when you feel stressed or anxious. Continue reading “How to Relax Your Mind From Anxiety and Stress (10 Great Ways)”