Barba Bergin MD says it’s very important to know what exercises your body can handle. Especially for older adults. She also speaks about how we need to focus on our life’s outside the gym. She spoke … [Read more...]
Physical activity is medicine for older adults
The World Health Organization (WHO) blames inactivity for over 3 million deaths every year, mostly in industrialized countries, adding to the large and well-founded body of research indicating that … [Read more...]
13 Mental Health Benefits Of Exercise
You probably keep your gym membership active with swimsuit season in mind. You may not be focusing on those covered up seasons, like the holidays. Ditto, for those very un-sexy situations, like … [Read more...]
Exercising as You Get Older
Exercise is the ultimate anti-aging treatment. Research shows a mind/body connection that proves exercise can help reduce chances of illness or injury. In your 30s is the perfect time to lay your … [Read more...]
The Physical & Mental Benefits of Martial Arts
The benefits of practicing martial arts extend far beyond the ability to defend one's self in times of distress. Research indicates that there are various physical and mental benefits that can be … [Read more...]
The aging martial artist: how to keep on fighting when you get older
Often martial artists can notice a decline in skills and ability as they age. The author is one of those individuals. He starts by saying that his thoughts about his age has somewhat … [Read more...]
Top 10 Deadliest Martial Arts Disciplines
Survival has been key to the evolution of human beings and led to the creation of martial arts. While there are numerous examples and styles of martial arts, some are more deadly and effective than … [Read more...]
Challenges That Come With Age, and How Martial Arts Can Help
Martial arts are often associated with children and movies but they can also be an effective tool in the fight against aging. As we grow older many problems such as the fear of falling down or the … [Read more...]
Martial Arts, Living History: How We Fight Reveals Who We Are
Martial arts has been a great influence in many lives for many generations. Popular fighting styles have come from different regions in Asia and surrounding islands, making every style unique in their … [Read more...]
Starting a Martial Art in Mid-Life? Pick One That Fits You
The health benefits of practicing martial arts are both numerous and long-lasting. Many potential newcomers feel disheartened by their late arrival, but people of all ages can find fulfillment in … [Read more...]
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