Pilates seems to be the perfect exercise regimen for the people that are over the age of 50 due to its low impact exercises that will ensure that a person’s joints remain flexible and that general mobility is increased.

Pilates exercises along with a good nutritional plan will allow those over 50 to look and feel many years younger. You can combine the low impact exercises of Pilates along with weight bearing exercise and with resistance training. This is absolutely crucial for maintaining and building bone density to make sure that osteoporosis does not set in after menopause. (more…)

If you ever experience an afternoon slump, there is an easy way to revive your energy.

While you are doing the stretching, remember to:

• Breathe deeply and slowly
• Stretch to the point of feeling a “”release,”" but not to the point of feeling pain
• Hold each stretch for 10-30 seconds, or more if it feels good
• Go slow and be gentle. Over time you’ll actually feel greater benefits every day (more…)

We don’t often think about our backs until they start to hurt. Back pain is one of the most common medical complaints in the country.
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People who use weight training to ease their lower back pain are better off than those who choose other forms of exercise such as jogging, according to a University of Alberta study. (more…)