Stress affects our health, it’s an undisputable fact. In addition to the negative effect on our mental wellbeing, it can have an impact on our body, increasing the risk of heart disease, weight gain, gastrointestinal problems, headaches or diabetes. Fortunately there are various ways we can cope with stress, such [...]
Going for a daily walk is something we should all do. Why? Well, because we can reap the multitude of health benefits of this simple and easy-to-do activity. Walking can help us stay in shape and physically healthy, but it can also do wonders for our emotional wellbeing by reducing [...]
We know that walking is a rewarding form of exercise. Done periodically, this activity can have a truly positive impact on our health. The benefits aren’t just physical though, they also affect our mental health. Walking has the power to reduce stress and anxiety, to alleviate depression and improve our [...]
Walking is one of the best exercises you can do. This activity is accessible to almost anyone, it does not require special physical abilities, it’s low-impact and entirely free. Most importantly, it comes with a ton of physical and mental health benefits. We know by now that physical activity is [...]
Pedometer apps can help us efficiently fight sedentary behavior. They allow us to set fitness goals for ourselves, provide insight into the progress made and give us the necessary motivation to stay active. Taking advantage of the built-in motion coprocessor in the iPhone, they provide us with a useful [...]
The Apple Watch can help you improve your fitness level and overall health. With this device you have the possibility to monitor your daily walking activity, analyze the progress made and find the motivation to keep going until you reach your fitness goals. There are numerous apps compatible with [...]
Cardiovascular disease is the main cause of death worldwide. In US in particular, the stats are startling: almost 700.000 people die of heart disease and over 795.000 suffer a stroke each year. If you want to keep your heart healthy, it’s crucial to make lifestyle changes and, equally important, maintain [...]
Note: You can find a new version of this article here. Engaging in more physical activity can be a great way to improve our overall health. Just by being more active, by doing simple things like taking the stairs instead of the elevator or going for a walk instead of [...]
Using a pedometer app is a great solution to make the most of your walking or jogging workouts. This way you are able to set a realistic fitness goal for yourself, track your progress along the way and stay focused on reaching your target. Tracking your movement with a pedometer [...]