Tag: Squat

Squats are a popular form of exercise and are commonly performed by all fitness enthusiasts. Squats are simple and yet very effective. Most people wrongly believe that squats solely target the leg muscles. In reality, squats are a full-body exercise that targets various muscle groups that help build endurance and tone the muscles. So, it is important to do them the correct way and avoid the mistakes.

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The thigh gap is usually seen in women who are lean and have a well-toned body. The gap that forms below the crotch in the absence of inner thigh fat is called as thigh gap. The inner thigh region is notorious for accumulating fat and is second only to the belly region. Burning fat in this region is hard and requires special exercises that focus in this area.

Going to the gym is not just about building more muscle. The idea is to strengthen your body and muscle development is but a...

We may do a lot of physical activity throughout the day without realizing it. For example, carrying grocery bags, keeping the lawn neat, gardening, cleaning, and even playing with your children in the backyard. If these activities tire you easily, try a regular workout including push-ups, pull-ups, squats, planks, and farmer's walks which can help build strength and stamina.

High-intensity interval training revolves around intense exercise for short bursts followed by periods of rest. They can vary based on overall length, the length of the intervals and the parts of the body targeted for exercise. However, one must exercise caution. Regular high-intensity activity can strain and deteriorate the joints. Using improper form can also lead to injury

To do a perfect body weight squat, make sure your feet are apart, slightly wider than your hip distance. Keep your head up erect, eyes ahead, and extend your arms out in front of your chest. Bending your knees (as if sitting on a chair), lower your body and press back up through your heels. Variations to the basic squat include jump squat, dumbbell squat with shoulder press, and sumo squat with dumbbells.

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Fancy equipment and gym memberships aren’t necessary for doing cardio. You don’t even need good weather! It’s all about making use of the space...

This series of photos is from a single labor. The photos are wonderful, raw, and personal. I love watching this family and their doula...

Besides our usual exercise regimen, what our body also needs is not just being worked-out, but getting to really relax and stretch out those...

Squats are the best things for a perfect bottom. They are easy to do, and you can do them anywhere! If you are a beginner, this booty workout circuit is the right way to go. You could start with a 10 minute warm up session and dive into this equipment-less booty workout.

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With our busy life, workouts have taken a back seat. What if we could spare some time and get the workout while in office? Read to learn how to do that.