Monthly Archive:: January 2017
30 Jan 2017
Can’t Stand Exercise Routines?
Well then, this article is just for you. Anna Quinlan on this article tells us why we should ask the question from ourselves “what do we really want to do?” before jumping into any fitness trend. “It took me a while, but once I realized the value of desire, my whole relationship with exercise changed.
28 Jan 2017
Ronali on RAW Organic Juice
Young food entrepreneur Ronali talks about the benefits of going organic and gives us an introduction to her venture. More about RAW can be found on our website: http://workout.lk/index.php/Places/view/225
26 Jan 2017
Workout at Work!
Okay, so you’ve heard that sitting is the new smoking. If you’ve got an office gym or a park nearby, that’s great news. If this is an unlikely scenario where you work, it might be a good idea to include some unobtrusive stretches at your desk. If you’re too embarrassed to do anything in public, you could take a
22 Jan 2017
Yasas on Cycling as a Workout
Pro-cyclist Yasas Hewage, founder of Spinner and WrooM (cycling community in Sri Lanka), talks about how endurance sports such as cycling helps you get fit, and offers tips for anyone considering riding in the city. An inspiring change-maker with an encouraging message to those who want to make fitness a lifetime hobby. More on Spinner
19 Jan 2017
The Magic of Running
We’ve heard of the phenomenon called “runner’s high” which happens when endorphins and other feel good neurotransmitters flood our brains after a vigorous run. This article by NY Times shows another dimension or a purpose of running so to speak that helps us navigate through everyday complexity. Some of us who’ve experienced it may resonate
18 Jan 2017
What’s Wrong with Our Relationship with Exercising?
Derek Beres on Big Think reflects on the book Movement Matters and makes a few philosophical observations as to how our relationship with movement has changed thanks to sedentary occupations and urbanization. He starts by giving the example of how we have outsourced the job of our postural muscles to our chairs. “This phenomenon extends
17 Jan 2017
Reasons Yoga May Especially Benefit Men
Yoga classes attendees are generally composed of women, and this perception has probably skewed men to assume that it is a more lighter practice that focuses on flexibility and breathing. However, athletes and sportsmen around the world now are increasingly getting in to the mind-body practice as a way to complement, cross-train, increase range or
13 Jan 2017
Suranga on the Consequences of Prolonged Sitting
Physiotherapist Suranga Dassanayake (MPhil, MSc, BSc, DipPT) explains the bio-mechanics that can be affected with prolonged sitting, and a few exercises that can be done to counteract Lower-Crossed Syndrome. His profile can be viewed on our website: http://workout.lk/index.php/People/view/8
09 Jan 2017
Badass For Life!
“While your body will change, that doesn’t have to make you less capable.” A great article by GMB explains simple strategies to counteract the effects of aging related decline in fitness while showcasing some evidence-based research on the claims that exercisers can maintain fitness for longer than non-exercisers: 1. Don’t Stop Moving the Way You
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