Fitness expert and entrepreneur Yasmine Hassan appointed as official Saudi SFA Ambassador and Baytak Nadeek Trainer
The Saudi Sports for All Federation announced the appointment of fitness expert Yasmine Hassan to its official Ambassador program and as a Baytak Nadeek Trainer Yasmine, with extensive education in physiology and physicality, is emphatic about the individualistic nature of physical fitness. “I am fascinated by the human body! The more I learn in that […]
Exercise your way to better posture
Eight health benefits to gain from a properly-aligned posture People with good posture tend to capture attention, whether at a gym class or a dinner party. Aside from the aesthetic appeal, there is much more to proper posture than standing a little bit taller! Energy boosts, enhanced breathing, preventative health measures? Yes, all this and […]
Yoga for all: the moves behind the flow
A beginner’s guide to fundamental yoga poses and mindful movement Yoga often conjures up images of hyper-flexible acrobats; while this is often the case at the very advanced levels of yoga practice, the great majority of people who do yoga are in it for improved flexibility, strength, and overall improved mobility. Additional widely-touted benefits of […]
Six reasons to get active in your 50s
Proven mental and physical benefits from a regular exercise routine Five minutes on any social media feed will churn out workout suggestions, smoothie recipes, and even workout apparel suggestions targeting an audience of 20 to 30 somethings. Aside from the social media target market, it is important to remember that the benefits of exercising don’t […]
Eight ways to start a physical activity regime in your 50s
Overcoming the barrier of starting is half the battle Being active in your 50s is crucial to maintaining physical and mental health, but if exercise doesn’t feature into your daily routine getting started can be daunting. It feels like every other week there’s a new fitness fad or diet and getting started can feel […]
Choose the right sportwear for your yoga workout
Four tips on sports gear form and function We can all appreciate the range of workout wear that is suddenly available. Gone are the days of the 90s where we moved away from blinding spandex of the 80s to throwing on whatever was lying around and hoping for the best. No, today we can choose […]
Boost your lower body strength
Try out these two easy exercises to bolster endurance You’re probably familiar with the expression, “Get off the couch and get moving.” It can be hard to find the motivation to work out after a long day at the office or a day of fasting. But what if you don’t have to get off the […]
Shake up your workout and get on your bike
Cycling offers a great opportunity to workout outside alone or with friends If you want to break away from the gym to try an outdoor activity but you’ve decided running simply isn’t for you, then maybe cycling could be the activity that meets all of your workout needs. Aside from the health benefits provided by […]
Turn home time into workout time
Easy ways to inject some physical activity into your day Staying at home trying to balance work, kids and general life can make it seem like there’s no time for exercise. Well, we’re about to make it a whole lot easier for you with these quick and easy suggestions will help you make the most […]
Get to know the health plusses of ginger
This natural remedy boasts a slew of health benefits Did you know that ginger plant grows up to almost a meter in height? If you aren’t a garden enthusiast, you probably associate ginger solely with the rough, knotted yellow root that we use in various meals or as a tea. Similar to turmeric, ginger packs […]
