exercise

Why obese individuals lack motivation to exercise?

Feeling too lazy to hit the gym or follow an exercise routine? 

Jan 02, 2017, 20:25 PM IST

Stretch your way to good health – Five reasons why it's important!

Stretching before and after an exercise is extremely essential and also something that is highly underestimated.

Jan 01, 2017, 12:00 PM IST

Bicycle exercise in bed is safe for ICU patients, says study

A new study has found that bicycle exercise in bed may help ICU patients recover more quickly.

Dec 29, 2016, 14:47 PM IST

Stopping exercises in winter increases cholesterol storage: Doctors

Stopping physical exercise during the winter season increases the storage of cholesterol in the body, medical experts here said on Thursday.

Dec 23, 2016, 00:44 AM IST

Meet the new fitness trend – Now crawl like a baby to keep yourself in shape!

Because it engages the entire body and improves balance, coordination, strength and agility, crawling has started featuring on the top of the list of many fitness guru's.

Dec 18, 2016, 14:14 PM IST

Pokemon Go fails to boost physical activity levels; study terms benefits as 'short-lived'!

The game, which has been downloaded over 500 million times since its launch in July 2016, has just made its foray into India.

Dec 14, 2016, 20:47 PM IST

Obesity: Five ways to prevent weight gain!

Eat breakfast every day, it is the most important meal of a day.

Dec 08, 2016, 16:36 PM IST

Walking: Five reasons why it's the best form of exercise

Walking is gentle, simple, low-impact exercise and can be done by anyone - old or young, male or female. It is one of the best things you can do for your health.

Dec 08, 2016, 10:03 AM IST

Doing moderate and continuous exercise may improve sperm quality, says study

 A new research has found that men who engage in moderate and continuous exercises may improve sperm quality.

Dec 06, 2016, 23:45 PM IST

Aerobic exercise: How much? Reasons why you should do it!

Aerobic activity, such as walking, bicycling or swimming, is good for your health regardless of your age, gender.

Dec 02, 2016, 11:00 AM IST

Menstrual cycle doesn't impact training, performance

 A recent study, published in the Journal of Physiology, has found that doing fixed intensity exercise during menstrual cycle does not affect a woman`s autonomic heat responses (skin blood flow and sweating).

Nov 30, 2016, 13:11 PM IST

This skin patch measures sweat to check your health

Sweat is a rich, chemical broth containing a number of important chemical compounds with physiological health information, the researchers said.

Nov 24, 2016, 17:25 PM IST

Healthy living - Five morning secrets successful people swear by!

Most succesful people drink water first thing in the morning instead of coffee.

Nov 22, 2016, 14:27 PM IST

Know these amazing health benefits of rope skipping!

Skipping is one of the simplest and easiest form of exercise which can be done anytime and anywhere at your convenient time.

Nov 21, 2016, 23:53 PM IST

Children's Day Special: Keep your child healthy with these five easy workouts!

So this Children's Day, Gympik, an online fitness discovery platform, has come up with five easy workouts for kids, focusing on their healthy life. 

Nov 14, 2016, 14:17 PM IST

Brisk walk can improve artery health of diabetics

Compromised arterial health is an underlying mechanism that promotes the progression of cardiovascular disease (CVD), which is the leading cause of death in individuals with Type-2 diabetes.

Nov 12, 2016, 11:24 AM IST

Healthy lifestyle helps improve brain function: Study

One should lead a healthy lifestyle as it helps in improving the brain function.

Nov 10, 2016, 23:00 PM IST

Stressed at work? Follow these tips to stay fit, productive!

Unfortunately, work-related stress doesn't disappear even when you head home for the day, it lingers on your head and can take a toll on your health.

Nov 08, 2016, 16:57 PM IST

Elderly complaining of arthritis pain may reduce it with mild exercise, says study

Participants performed chair and floor mat exercises using stretch bands and other gentle exercises. Chinese breathing techniques and meditation were also integrated into the programme.

Nov 02, 2016, 20:11 PM IST

Perfect 15-minute workout for sculpted arms and abs!

Follow this regimen, not only to tone up your abs and arms, but to gain a stronger, healthier and fitter body.

Nov 02, 2016, 11:19 AM IST