Aqua Exercises- A new way to lose weight for youngsters and 50 pluses

Exercising is less troubling when you’re in a pool of splashing water. It is something that not only rejuvenates your body, but also helps your mind release stress. Aquatic workout being easy has proven to be more fat burning and healing.  So dive into an all new workout routine and feel the difference.
Below are 5 aqua exercises that will help you with overall body tone.

• Leg Raises :-

Holding on to an edge of a wall, lift your leg sideward, till you observe pressure on your side thighs. This will help tone your lower thighs.

• Water abs :-

You can put on a tube for support and let your body float, henceforth lifting both the legs together as well as simultaneously. This will help build strength and tone the waistline and upper body.

• Jogging :-

Water jogging is one of the easiest but effective workout for weight loss and muscle tone. It is necessary for you to be hydrated before you start water jogging.

• Flutter Kick :-

Holding on to the edge of the pool, let you body float. Kick you leg upward, feeling pressure on your waist, love handles and thighs and calves. This exercise replicates swimming pattern, and helps you with an overall body tone.

• Cross Knees to Elbows :-

Bring your elbow down across your body to meet your opposite knee, holding your core tight and then switch sides. You can also bounce on your toe a little to enjoy it more.
The best part about pool workout is that it is safe and easy for the people of age-group above 50. It would not only help their muscles get stronger but also help them stay fit and flexible with their regular body movements. A lot of physiotherapists recommend pool exercises for the senior citizens.

Basic health and fitness tips for water exercises-

• Make sure you are hydrated.
• Avoid eating heavy before or after the workout.
• Let your diet compliment your workout plan.
• Take care of the safety while going deep in the water.
• Best workout can be done under the supervision of an instructor.

Famous Clubs for Acqua Exercises

Latest weight loss exercises can be exercises can be learnt best and practiced under the training classes that goes on in the following clubs of few metro cities in India-

Lifestyle Swim and Gym
Vasant Vihar, Delhi
Budget- Rs 2500-5000
Offers- Gym, Zumba, Aqua Zumba, Swimming, Aerobics and Yoga
Phone- +911133107518
You can also book a trial session.

Micky Mehta’s 360 degree gym.
Mumbai
Offers short term and regular courses on Aqua Aerobics
Phone- 9820094323, 23804621
For more info visit–mickeymehtahbf.com/

Deccan Gymkhana
Next to Shyadri Hospital, Pune
Offers swimming and all sorts of Pool Workout training
Phone- 020-2567 5994, 020-2543 0071
For more info visit- http://www.deccangymkhana.com

Stay Young and Healthy

Old age brings along stress, wrinkles, marks and what not. But, time can be rewound by following these stay young secrets we put here at Fashion Trends and Tips. It is so simple to follow and does not require any demanding trainer. Just do whatever you enjoy doing the most.

Get off your couch

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According to a research, walking 15 minutes a day lowers the risk of diseases.  Physical exercises not only help in building bones and muscles but also boost brain power. Take out 15 minutes for a daily workout.

Give yourself a break

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Studies have shown that stress is the cause of premature aging. Stress hormones lead to high blood pressure which causes the heart to beat faster. Stress constitutes a destructive chain of events such as excessive anger, insomnia, anxiety, depression, heart attacks etc.

Meditation or a relaxation state is the best remedy for this problem which involves repeating a prayer or a sound. It relaxes the body and also prevents age-related changes in the brain.

Drink Red Wine

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A small amount of red wine a day can induce an essential element, Resveratrol in the body. It is found in grapes skin and assures longer lifespan. It reduces liver problems, the risk of diabetes and hence reducing obesity-related deaths. The grape seed procyanidins in red wine lower cholesterol levels and prevents heart diseases.

Do Yoga

Yoga provides energy, flexibility, better posture and less stress. Yogic breathing establishes a connection between the mind and the body which further has anti-aging advantages. It detoxifies the body, oxygenating the cells improving the digestive, reproductive and the immune system which leads to glowing skin and reduced illness.

Drink Green Tea  

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A cup of green tea a day not only manages weight but also rejuvenates body metabolism. It prevents lung and breast cancer. It is known to prevent remissions, colorectal and also Alzheimer’s disease. Regular intake of green tea keeps the brain sharper.

Eat a Superfruit

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Pomegranates and Goji berry has anti-aging properties and protects the body against many diseases. Pomegranate juice reduces cholesterol and blood pressure preventing heart diseases. It also protects the skin from UV rays. Goji berry is a superfruit constituting more vitamins, calcium, magnesium, amino acids than other fruit which stimulates the growth hormone, enhances memory and improves sleep and immune system.

Do Mental Aerobics

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Do Brain exercise by solving crossword puzzles or other brain games which improve the functioning of both the brain hemispheres? It revives the brain and also prevent cognitive decline.

Feel the Love

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The feeling of love boosts up mental and physical health. It releases hormones like oxytocin which release stress, improves the immune system and cardiovascular health.

Do not overeat

Maintain a regular diet which not only maintains a figure but also boosts up metabolism. Drinking a glass of water before or after the meal prevents over eating and dehydration.

Look at the brighter side

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A happy heart always looks beautiful. Always notice the positive side and never forget to smile.

RELAXATION TECHNIQUES THAT BRING CHANGE IN YOUR LIFE

Its 6am “snooze the alarm” but, one has to get up anyway at the next gong, another day begins and how long it takes to end varies. From students to work horse to home makers, all have their own bunch of stress and anxieties. You need evidence to relish this?  In a recent survey it was cited that heart disease is a major cause of death in several countries and talking in singular, in India heart disease is the largest cause of death today. Stress not only engulfs heart but, various other ailments bloom up because of it. In the rat race we forget that relaxation is an energy booster that is essential to continue this race.

Here are some easy relaxation tips for a healthy mind and body –

 

• MEDITATION–

 

This tops the chart because we all know about it and it appears cliché’ right? But, emphasis is on the fact that it is one of the best relaxation techniques. Begin by taking deep breaths, this slows down the heart rate, relaxes your body and stabilizes the blood sugar level by providing oxygen luxury. Now begin meditating, sit cross legged and focus. You could chant a verse or something too. This not only relaxes the mind but contributes to you health and fitness.

 

• SPOIL IN THE SPA-

 

One doesn’t need to go to a professional spa for this. Fill the tub with warm water and light some aroma candles around and you are all set. This is a much desirable winter relaxation funda.

 

• PICK YOUR HOBBY –

 

Break free your monotonous and routine life and binge on what you enjoy. Something you are good at but, simply forgotten it amidst your tedious schedule.

 

• MUSIC –

 

The sound strings have proven to improve mental health. Plug in any of your favorite track and enjoy it. Since winters are on enjoy it in your quilt.

 

• FAMILY DAY –

 

Hang on, it is not about the WhatsApp family group, and rather the ones you reside with. Talk to each other, burn out the stress going in your life. Spend some quality time together. ‘A lot can happen over coffee or a chain per charkha’ could be the ideal winter way of relaxing.

 

• EXERCISE –

 

This is a must on your health and fitness regime! Pick your own workout to burn calories. This cuts the extra energy and puts you on a relax mode.

 

• FOOD INDULGENCE –

 

Enjoying some hot meal is a bang on winter relaxation tip. December days are on the go and a lot of steam heat waves are tempting. Even otherwise you must indulge in your favorite food once in a while, forgetting your diet call.

 

• STAYING POSITIVE –

 

This is an all-time mantra for the lowest of times.  It’s next to impossible to have a perfect life but, we must learn to balance it.

A healthy lifestyle is the apex wealth!