Is barre strength training or cardio? Here’s what fitness pros want you to know
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM Barre has long been a go-to workout for those who want to tone up without the pounding impact of high-intensity training. Inspired by ballet, Pilates, and yoga, this elegant yet intense method delivers a total-body burn, often with just your body weight or a Read More...
These are the best exercises for preventing injuries and maximizing lifespan
Physical activity is an important part of living a healthy lifestyle, as it contributes to general well-being and lifespan. However, the possibility of exercise-related injuries is frequently disregarded until it becomes a significant issue. Understanding the relationship between exercise and Read More...
Why everyone should do strength training at least once a week
While strength training exercises such as squats, pull-ups, and weight lifting can be absolutely grueling, there are a few amazing benefits that will make them worth your while…other than chiseled muscles. First of all, strength training raises excess post oxygen consumption (EPOC). What this Read More...
The weakest link in the chain is also the strongest
An aphorism by James Geary, author of The World in a Phrase and Geary's Guide to the World's Great Aphorists. James Geary | June/July 2009 issue A loose thread protruding from my favorite sweater. So this is what everything hangs by; this is what holds it all together. A thread can never relax; it Read More...