Why Body Language Can Help You Dominate Your Training
Photo By Bev Childress Photo By Bev Childress Social psychologist and Harvard researcher Amy Cuddy goes deep into the research of the influences of non-verbal
The Crucial Need for Rest and Recovery
When I have my mind set on something, I become super focused and I can tend to overdo it. Most recently, I’ve been fixated on
Placebo: Fake Inputs, Real Results
The concept of the mind’s power over the body goes by many names. Some call it “mind over matter,” or “the power of belief.” Others
The Real “Ideal” Body Type Is Up to You
In 1985, the movie Weird Science depicted two teenage boys who created the perfect woman with the help of their computer and a sort of
Sunday Seven: The Week’s 7 Most Popular Articles, Vol. 9
Every Sunday we post the “Sunday Seven” so you can quickly see the 7 most popular articles of the week. This week’s list was as
Sun Salutations Effective in Improving Strength, Endurance, and Body Composition
Sun salutations are a vital part of a physical yoga practice. Often yoga practitioners perform between 10-20 salutations in a class session. Sun salutations can
Athletes Healthier and More Optimistic
Having an optimistic attitude can be essential for an athlete in competition and training. An athlete with optimism will train hard and push through the
New Year, New You: Set a New Intention For The New Year in 5 Simple Steps
With the New Year fast approaching, and resolutions floating around, take a moment to clear the mind and focus on setting a new intention. New intentions
Yoga Effective at Changing the Antero-Posterior Curvature of The Spine
Research in the field of human performance is once again finding the multitude of benefits of incorporating yoga into an overall health and fitness program. New
Coaching Rapport and Anxiety in Athletes
Previous research has examined the dynamic relationship between coaches and athletes. New research in The Journal of Science and Medicine Sports analyzed impact coaching behaviors
Five Books That Have Nothing to Do with Fitness – That Have a Lot to Do with Fitness
When we think about embarking on a fitness regime, we may not initially imagine that it could occupy us body, mind, and spirit. But it
Mindfulness Meditation Increases Performance in Elite Shooters
Competition anxiety and stress can be detrimental to athletes in any sport. New research in The British Journal of Sports Medicine examined the practice of
