Fitness
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Medicines alone might not be enough to treat erectile dysfunction. Also needed are lifestyle changes involving physical activities and a protein-rich diet
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Here are two upper back stretches you can do at the workplace and their benefits, featuring Asik Banerjee of Happiest Health. The stretches are done as per expert advice. Overhead side bends stretch the back muscles and promote spine health. Wall push-ups increase upper body strength.
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Side shoulder stretches help relieve tightness in the shoulders which sets in after sitting long hours at the work desk. Shoulder rotations take the shoulder joint through the full range of motion and help increase blood flow to the joint. Shoulder shrugs engage the trapezius muscle (neck region and upper back) and relieve stiff shoulders. Orange squeeze activates and strengthens the upper back muscles by engaging the shoulder blades, and helps improve posture. Here are a few simple shoulder stretches you can do at the workplace and their benefits, featuring Nataraj N of Happiest Health. The stretches are done as per expert advice.
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Arm circles engage the deltoid muscles, improve mobility of the shoulder joints and relieve stiffness, preventing stiff shoulders. Wrist rotation keeps the wrists supple and prevents fatigue-induced pain due to prolonged use of the keyboard. Wrist stretches relieve stiffness in the arm muscles and prevent any pain occurring from prolonged usage. Here are a few simple arm stretches you can do at the workplace and their benefits. The stretches shown in the video are done as per expert advice.
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Side neck rotation engages your dormant neck muscles, alleviating any discomfort or pain associated with neck stiffness. Neck flexion stretches the neck flexors and prevents tech neck. Neck side bends release tight neck muscles and relieve stiff shoulders and tension headaches. Here are a few simple neck stretches you can do at the workplace and their benefits. The stretches shown in the video are done as per expert advice.
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Although grunting can generate short bursts of power while playing sports, it does not necessarily help in lifting weights and can even lead to injuries
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The hand-held device helps speed up the recovery process by breaking up knots, increasing blood flow and reducing muscle tension. However, experts caution against its indiscriminate use
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Wall push-ups help beginners and those recovering from injuries to incorporate the most popular upper-body exercise into their workouts and reap benefits
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Bunions not only affect the appearance of your feet but can also impact posture, thereby hampering your physical activities and quality of life
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The duck walk, a compound bodyweight exercise, engages many muscle groups and is great to build overall strength — from the core to the limbs
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While working out in an air-conditioned room or gym protects you from harsh weather, it can also lead to dry skin and respiratory problems
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An improper diet, lack of rest and ineffective training can lead to a lean patch — characterised by a dip in performance and progression — during a workout regimen
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For those fighting obesity, their fitness routine should facilitate a healthy weight loss while avoiding injuries. A healthy diet is a prerequisite too
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A straight shootout between exercise routines that represent two schools of thought: high intensity interval training vs low intensity steady state
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Frisbee is not just a fun sport you play during picnics. It is an international level, mixed-gender sport. The World Flying Disc Federation, Ultimate Frisbee's governing body, is fully recognised by The International Olympic Committee (IOC). This allows for the possibility of Ultimate Frisbee becoming an Olympic game.
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Rehabilitation exercises for frozen shoulder should be started early — before the range of motion of the joint becomes restricted
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Ripped abs are not necessarily a true indicator of fitness. It is important to strengthen all the core muscles involved in physical exertions
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Parkour encourages practitioners to use the body in new and exciting ways, turning everyday objects into obstacles to scale or conquer
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Fun and cool quotient apart, the unicycle challenges the body, engaging many groups of muscles as unicyclists move forward, balancing and steering with their legs and the core
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Although it is important to stay hydrated during summer workout sessions, consuming too much water can have adverse effects, including overhydration and hyponatremia
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Calluses, which form due to constant friction between the skin and other surfaces, are part of the body’s defence mechanism but may become problematic if they get too thick or large
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There is an exact science at play in how working out or playing sports is a stressbuster and has a positive impact on mental health
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Toddler swimming lessons can begin from as early as six months of age, say experts. However, parents and instructors must take several precautions.

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