As an active person, you should prioritize recovery to maintain peak performance and overall well-being. Recovery ensures you don’t overtrain your body, avoiding injuries and built-up exhaustion. Though total rest days are important aspects of recovery, that’s not always the case. Some activities help you heal by working out. These best active recovery workouts for […]
Staying fit and active is great, but muscle recovery is just as important for maintaining your performance and preventing injuries. This article will highlight some must-have tools and techniques to help with muscle recovery. Foam Rollers Foam rollers are a staple in the fitness world for a reason. They help release muscle tension, improve flexibility, […]
Falling into a workout slump happens to the best of us, even the most dedicated fitness enthusiasts. But this decrease in activity doesn’t need to be the end of your time in the gym, and there are ways to get back into action. Use these tips to get out of your workout slump and reignite […]
The last thing anyone wants is to suffer an injury after a workout. Unfortunately, it can happen even with the best intentions and proper form. Taking the right steps is important to ensure a speedy recovery and prevent further damage when faced with an injury. Here are a few tips for what to do after getting […]
Humans have been using hydrotherapy, the therapeutic use of water, to treat various conditions of the body and spirit for centuries. In fact, we can trace the roots of water immersion therapy back to ancient civilizations! In the late 19th and early 20th centuries, the Western world began exploring the theory that dipping yourself in […]
You may have seen images of professional athletes soaking in ice baths or sweating in saunas. Neither of these is very practical for recreational athletes who are simply interested in keeping fit. In fact, recent research suggests that those ice-filled tubs aren’t such a good idea after all. But since recovery is an integral part […]
INJURIES SUCK. There’s no getting around it. Especially when you’re unable to use one of your limbs, whether you’re in a cast, a brace, or just limited by a doctor’s guidance. In one of the videos below, Men’s Health fitness director Ebenezer Samuel, C.S.C.S., shares how if approached properly (and with your doctor’s approval) there […]
A proper fitness regime consists of more than just exercise, it involves many moving parts, each working toward the same goal of healthier, stronger, and growing bodies. Acts of physical movement, proper nutritional intake, and rest, a recovery stage, are essential to maximizing one’s fitness journey. Implementing recovery to your workout routine offers many benefits, […]
The belief that skipping a couple of workouts a week will set you back a few strides with athletic performance is a myth that has been debunked over and over. Yet many people continue to believe it. Allowing your body to take some time to recover in between workouts and having rest days is a […]
Back and shoulder pain is tough to deal with. Not only are you in a state of discomfort, but the pain hinders your ability to lift or work out. Many exercises and movements require support from either the back or shoulders. If you have back pain, you are limited in your exercising options. Fortunately, there […]
