Roll up a newspaper, grasp both ends. Back of your hands up, elbows at shoulder level. Stand straight, abdomen slightly pulled in. Slowly pull the newspaper apart. Increase the force in the process, as far as you can. Pull tightly for 15 seconds, relax briefly, repeat three times. Effect: Strengthens neck and upper back, promotes … Back Exercises in the Office: Exercise 3
Grasp a rolled-up newspaper shoulder-width apart, with the backs of your hands facing up. Bend from a straight back and go to your knees. Let your arms hang loosely. Now pull the newspaper all the way to your chest. Pause briefly and slowly release. Important: keep tension in the abdominal and back muscles. Ten times, … Back Exercises in the Office: Exercise 4
Slowly bend forward as far as you can. Roll your back in. While doing this, bend your knees and take your chin to your chest. Arms and upper body dangle loosely. Hold position for 15 seconds, then very slowly – vertebra by vertebra – straighten up. Three times in total. Effect: relaxation, stretches the entire … Back Exercises in the Office: Exercise 5
Studies in Germany have shown that only about 20 to 50 percent are vein healthy, 25 to 50 percent have mild varicose veins (varicosis), ten to 15 percent have advanced varicosis, five to 15 percent have severe varicosis, and one to four percent have a lower leg ulcer (ulcus crusis) caused by chronic venous insufficiency. … Vein Fitness: Prevention is Required!
Fascia – a term that is currently on everyone’s lips. But what are fasciae anyway and what are they good for? Fascia researcher Dr. Robert Schleip, human biologist and head of the “Fascia Research Project” at the University of Ulm, answers this and other questions in our interview. 1. what are fasciae? Dr. Schleip: Fascia … 11 Questions About Fascia (Expert Interview)
In the past, there was no way around the dance workout Zumba in Germany. What new fitness trends does 2018 have in store for us? New trends like Hot Hula show that dance workouts are still popular in the new year. While Zumba involves dancing to Latin American rhythms, Hot Hula relies on reggae and … Fitness Trends 2018
You see them everywhere: joggers who run through parks, forests, meadows and city centers as if there were nothing to it. You have so far only enviously watched them? No problem, because with our beginner’s plan you’ll be one of them in just two weeks. We explain the basics about equipment, running style as well … Running for Beginners: How to Get the Ideal Start Within 2 Weeks
Barefoot running is something we do nowadays maybe once in a while in the garden, on a beach vacation or at home. Otherwise, our natural running style is constantly cushioned and suppressed by shoes. Even running shoes often have heavy cushioning and support elements, resulting in a completely unnatural running style that relies entirely on … Running for Beginners: What you
The best running shoes do not necessarily have to be expensive. What is important in any case is competent advice, plenty of time and consideration for the individual running style. Whether experienced runner or rank beginner, with these individual buying tips, every running type will find the perfect running shoes for running. Lightweight or good … Matching Running Shoes
Sports are healthy, but those who overdo it are not doing their bodies any good. For example, many studies show that professional athletes are more often ill because their immune system does not cope well with continuous training. This phenomenon can be observed regardless of the type of sport practiced: Great exertion and exhaustion make … 4 Tips for Sports Beginners
Sport is good for the body and psyche and is fun. But personal ambition quickly comes to an end when an injury forces a break. Well prepared, the risk of this can be significantly reduced. The first rays of sunshine lure recreational athletes outdoors again. Some take advantage of the spring to finally put their … Be Active in Sports Without Injury: Good Preparation is the Key
Sports, especially endurance sports promote health and can help reduce risk factors. Whether you are just starting out with sports, already have sports experience or want to start again after an illness, take to heart the ten golden rules for healthy sports from the German Sports Physicians Association. The sports doctor advises: Sport keeps you … 10 Tips for Exercising
