Although fitness boot camps and military-style fitness have their origins in the United States, they have managed to successfully ‘invade’ almost every corner of the planet. Today we are going to share with you a few of the most interesting fitness boot camp locations from across the globe. If, after the tribulations of the last… Read More
Introduction Physiotherapy involves the use of movement to restore skeletal and muscular function, correct impairments, ease pain, and maintain a better quality of life. For example, adults aged 18-60 with back pain and sciatica showed less disability and decreased back pain after one month of physiotherapy compared to a group of adults who just attended back care… Read More
Needless to say, exercise is important and does wonders for your health and well-being. But what about stretching? Is it essential or just an optional part of your exercise routine? In this article, we will help you understand why different types of stretching can help you: Improve agility and athleticism; Decrease your risk of injury;… Read More
Introduction Insomnia, one among many sleeping disorders, is a condition that affects a lot of people across the globe. As noted in research by Ohayon in 2011, approximately one third of the general population complains of insomnia but a diagnosis is warranted in only 6% to 15% of the population. This, of course, is a… Read More
Introduction Exercise addiction is a state characterised by a compulsive engagement in any form of physical exercise, despite negative consequences. While regular exercise is generally a healthy activity, exercise addiction generally involves performing excessive amounts of exercise to the detriment of physical health, spending too much time exercising to the detriment of personal and professional… Read More
Introduction Exercise bulimia is a subset of the psychological disorder called bulimia in which a person is compelled to exercise in an effort aimed at burning the calories of food energy and fat reserves to an excessive level that negatively affects their health. The damage normally occurs through not giving the body adequate rest for… Read More
Introduction Anorexia athletica (sports anorexia), also referred to as hypergymnasia, is an eating disorder characterised by excessive and compulsive exercise. Refer to Exercise Bulimia and Exercise Addiction. An athlete suffering from sports anorexia tends to over exercise to give themselves a sense of having control over their body. Most often, people with the disorder tend… Read More
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