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Cycling is good for everyone

Among other forms of exercise, cycle riding stands apart.This is simply a way of exercising incorporated with a goal of transporting you from point A to point B. This is a form of exercise which is Eco friendly,pocket friendly and most importantly non time consuming.Time and again it has been recommended as a great cardiovascular exercise which helps in enhancing general endurance.Mobility of lower limbs during cycling is a great way to maintain joint structure and muscle strengths if not overdone.Contrary to general belief,cycling involves more than just the lower limb activity, it acts as a stress buster and a helps improving body co-ordination.Though generally safe it can cause a few health issues particularly if you plan to start cycling all of a sudden and are not used to it since your childhood days.Inter vertebral disc prolapse,Asthma/breathing problems,Fractures,Muscle/ligament tears are some conditions in which a patient should seek medical advice before starting cycling....

The Great Science of Yoga

Yoga is one of the earliest forms of structured physical activity with well defined benefits.Looking at modern lifestyles, it seems as if yoga was actually always meant to be a part of 21st century chaotic lifestyle.This is not only an exercise style for physical fitness but its also a pathway to disciplined living. It leads to  mind and body co-ordination which in turn creates a sense of spiritual calmness. Mental calm or body flexibility are not the only benefits of regular yoga practise, there is a lot more that this ancient science can provide to our modern urban lifestyle.Weight loss benefits of yoga are presented in many international studies and research.Interestingly when practised regularly, a great control over breathing patterns is achieved which  causes favourable changes in metabolic rates and lung and cardiac functions. This form of exercise is always considered as a perfect way to maintain mechanical structure of the body i.e. joint structure and function.I...