Pilates provide a great work out for your entire body, but really focuses on your core muscles and proper spine alignment. Beginners and intermediate students alike increase the odds of a neck injury by "resting" too far back in certain...
Some commercial products promise that you can quickly blast fat off your butt and thighs with just a few minutes of exercise a day. However, to truly change the appearance of your butt and thighs, you must make a concerted effort by combining both...
Riding a stationary bike is a convenient and fun way to exercise. You avoid adverse weather conditions associated with outdoor cycling, are able to read or watch television while riding and can practice riding hills if you live in a flat area....
Several conditions, from congenital disorders to poor posture, may cause the head to move out of its natural position. With torticollis, or wry neck, the muscles on one side of the head spasm, causing the head to twist to one side. With kyphosis,...
Situps are a traditional exercise that helps tone your abdominal and core muscles. When performed incorrectly, however, this exercise can cause neck strain. Complete situps using the correct form to prevent repetitive strain that may lead to neck...
The human head weighs 10 to 12 lb., a weight that places a lot of strain on the neck muscles to hold it in place. Moving your head forward out of proper alignment to look at a computer screen or to better see a book adds an additional 30 lb. of...
Pilates is a method of exercise that enhances postural alignment, core stability and movement efficiency. It was developed in Germany in the early part of the 20th century. Its creator, Joseph Pilates, was plagued with a number of physical...
A herniated cervical disc is the condition in which one or more of the spinal discs in your neck are pushed out of alignment. Herniation is sometimes also referred to as a slipped, bulging or protruding disc. A herniation in the neck can cause...
Push-ups work your arms, your core and your legs, for an almost perfect full-body exercise. Although push-ups are designed to focus on strengthening the chest, shoulders, biceps and triceps, you must engage the muscles of your entire body, holding...
People often use the term "pain in the neck" to refer to irritating people in their life, but real neck pain is more painful than listening to Aunt Mildred's constant chatter. Many bones, ligaments, joints and disks make up the neck, also known...
Indoor cycling classes have made their way into almost every fitness center. If you enjoy these workouts, but a group exercise class is inconvenient due to time or distance, you can purchase an indoor cycling DVD. A video for beginners will give...
A crunching sound in your neck may indicate an injury or condition requiring medical attention. If the sound is accompanied by pain or is persistent, see a doctor; you may need physical therapy or other treatment depending on the diagnosis. If...
Pushups aren't just for the military or seasoned athletes, they have evolved so everyone can enjoy the strength and endurance associated with this exercise. Pushups can be done anywhere and no additional equipment is required since your own body...
Side-lying leg raises, or even simply lying on your side, can cause neck pain. Neck pain may signal a serious illness or injury and can result in paralysis. Always seek medical care if you have severe neck pain or have neck pain with numbness,...
Sitting at a computer all day, driving long distances and even sleeping in awkward positions can not only cause a stiff neck, but may promote forward neck posture. Forward neck posture is commonly seen in the elderly as shoulders stoop forward,...
Millions of individuals sit at a computer workstation every day. In order to prevent backaches, eye strain, headaches and sore wrists, proper posture or ergonomics is required. Ergonomics is the term given to posture or motion techniques practiced...
Arm toning exercises are good for women both in terms of their muscular endurance and their bone strength. According to MayoClinic.com, people who exercise have a slower rate of bone loss than people who are sedentary. Having strong arms can help...
A part that is commonly forgotten until injury, the hips play a crucial role in our physical well being. They support the body's weight in static and dynamic activities, connecting the femur to the pelvis. As the body weakens during the aging...
Pushups are an effective exercise to help tone your arm muscles while increasing arm strength. While your ability to do pushups depend on a variety of factors, including age, fitness level and past arm or shoulder injuries, understanding how many...
Exercises that engage the neck muscles will tighten and tone the neck as well as help alleviate neck alignment problems, according to the "Yoga Journal" article "Save Your Neck." A common misconception is that to strengthen and tone the muscles of...
Free weights are easy to use and effective in developing and toning your upper body. You can perform free weight exercises at home using adjustable dumbbells that come with a variety of weight plates, or in a gym using dumbbells or barbells....
Many activities require you to focus on low breathing techniques when you exercise, such as yoga and tai chi. Low breathing refers to diaphragmatic breathing, in which you expand your belly when you inhale and contract your belly when you exhale,...
Most of us remember being told to sit straight and hold our heads high growing up, as a basis for good posture. However, it's easy to find yourself slumping in your chair after hours at the computer, or lounging around watching television. When we...
Easy abdominal exercises can be done anywhere without equipment. If these exercises are new to you or may prove overly challenging, consult a doctor before beginning this or any other exercise program.
According to the American Chiropractic Association, more than 50 percent of working Americans report experiencing back pain. It’s one of the most common reasons people miss work — and the second-most-common reason doctor’s...
Spondylolisthesis occurs when one of the vertebrae slips out of place onto the vertebra below it, causing pain from the nerve compression in the spinal cord. This usually occurs at the cervical or lumbar spine. Exercises for spondylolisthesis can...
The telltale signs of bad posture may develop from poor sitting, standing or sleeping habits, or from age or the onset of a genetic or chronic bone disease. If you believe that a change in your appearance or health is due to poor back posture,...
Chronic sleep disorders and periodic sleep disturbances take their toll on health. According to the National Sleep Foundation, ignoring sleep problems can lead to depression, heart trouble and obesity, or even result in a deadly automobile...
The spinal column runs the length of your back, from your skull to your buttocks. Your upper body is connected and supported by your spine. The spine moves to perform the basic movements of bending, extending and rotating. Correct spinal alignment...
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