Essica Rahman

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Comment gérer les envies de manger

Nous avons tous des fringales de temps en temps, mais la cause fondamentale de ces fringales peut différer d'une personne à l'autre. Les fringales peuvent avoir des causes physiques, par exemple des changements hormonaux ou un manque de sommeil, ou des causes mentales, notamment les changements

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Comment gérer les obstacles dans un programme d'exercices

Lorsque vous vous fixez un objectif de conditionnement physique, vous pouvez constater qu'il n'est pas toujours facile de rester sur la bonne voie et que les obstacles sont difficiles à surmonter. Cependant, lorsque vous travaillez pour atteindre votre objectif, vous traverserez naturellement des périodes où vous

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Apprendre à fixer des limites

Fixer des limites est beaucoup plus facile à dire qu'à faire. Aussi simple que cela puisse paraître de dire non à quelqu'un qui vous demande une faveur ou de s'exprimer lorsque quelque chose ne va pas, cela peut faire peur. Cependant, il est important

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Comment augmenter l'amplitude des mouvements

Pourquoi certaines personnes peuvent-elles facilement faire des accroupissements profonds alors que d'autres ne peuvent pas aller plus loin que la position parallèle? La réponse est l'amplitude de mouvement! Lorsque vous avez une grande amplitude de mouvement autour de vos articulations, vous pourrez plus facilement faire

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Qu'est-ce que la posture du chameau?

La posture du chameau, également connue sous le nom d'Ustrasana ou d'Ushtrasana, est une posture de yoga qui consiste à s'agenouiller et à se pencher en arrière. Il s'agit d'un mouvement relativement avancé qui peut être difficile à réaliser pour

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Quelles sont les activités d'autosoins qui me conviennent?

L'idée de pratiquer l'autosoins est devenue très populaire ces dernières années, car de plus en plus de personnes réalisent son importance. Beaucoup d'entre nous pensent que prendre soin de soi, c'est prendre un long bain chaud avec une bougie qui vacille dans

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3 conseils pour se lancer dans un nouveau programme d'exercice

L'exercice physique est un élément important d'un mode de vie sain, quel que soit votre âge. Non seulement elle vous aide à maintenir un certain niveau de forme physique afin de profiter de la vie quotidienne, mais elle joue un rôle dans la prévention des maladies.

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5 façons de bouger davantage à la maison

Lorsque vous pensez à l'exercice, votre première pensée peut être celle d'une salle de sport commerciale remplie d'équipements lourds et d'appareils cardiovasculaires. Bien que ce soit une option pour faire de l'exercice, ce n'est pas la seule. Il

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De moyens simples de redonner à votre communauté

Redonner aux autres produit tellement de résultats importants. Non seulement cela profite à ceux qui vous entourent, mais cela peut aussi vous rapprocher des autres, augmenter les sentiments de gratitude et stimuler les sentiments positifs. Lorsque la plupart des gens pensent à l'idée de redonner à leur communauté,

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The benefits of reading before bed

The things that you do right before you go to bed can impact your sleep quality and quantity. This makes it important to find activities that relax your body and mind, and prepare you for a great night of sleep. Some people like to do stretches while others prefer to

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How to make time for exercise during the busy holiday season

As a busy adult, it can be difficult to find time for exercise. You’ve got work tasks, social events and family responsibilities, all of which can fill up your schedule and leave little spare time for working out. However, keeping up with your exercise routine is important for both

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Healthy eating during the holidays

Healthy eating can be difficult at any time of year but it’s especially tough around the festive period. Indulgent treats are everywhere, combined with an endless stream of food offered at holiday gatherings with friends, colleagues and family. Many people also enjoy higher-calorie drinks around the holiday, whether

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How to set yourself up for a better night’s sleep

Sleep is incredibly important for your wellbeing and a lack of high-quality sleep can contribute to a range of physical and mental health conditions. It’s recommended that the average adult gets between 7 to 9 hours of undisturbed sleep every night but most people do not achieve this

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How to run safely in cold weather

Running is an effective way to improve your physical fitness and can even help manage stress. However, if you’re planning on running in a cold, winter climate, you’ll need to take some precautionary steps to stay safe. Unlike running in summer, running outside in winter carries an increased

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Juice versus whole fruit - is one healthier?

With the popularity of smoothies and cold-pressed juices you may have asked yourself, which is healthier - juice or whole fruit? To juice or not to juice? Juicing your fruits doesn’t necessarily make the nutrients more available. However, turning whole fruits into liquid may be easier for you to

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My knees hurt. Can I still exercise?

Knee pain can result from a number of different things, can affect people of all ages and can be acute (sudden) or chronic (ongoing). If either of these scenarios is something that you’re currently dealing with, you might be wondering whether you can continue exercising. This article will help

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Stress eating - What to do

Some people can’t bear the thought of eating when they are stressed. However, for others, stress can stimulate appetite and cause strong cravings. When we experience stress, our adrenal glands release the hormone cortisol and this can cause cravings for fatty, sugary or salty food. Recognizing our tendency for

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What are the benefits of eating with friends and family?

Did you know that a 2022 survey from the American Heart Association found that 91% of parents agree that their family is less stressed when they make a conscious effort to eat together? Eating as a family can have positive effects on mental health. It brings you closer to your

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How to wake up when it's dark outside

As winter rolls around, the days get shorter and the mornings get darker. When this happens, it can be much harder to get out of bed when you first wake up. Our bodies work according to the sun’s natural rise and fall each day. This is known as the

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Tips to reduce holiday stress

As magical and exciting as the festive period is, it can also be a very stressful time. Thankfully, there are simple strategies you can put into place that can minimize your stress and help keep the holidays enjoyable for all. Here are some great tips to try when you’re

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Calf exercises

The calf muscles are the group of muscles in your lower leg, including the gastrocnemius and soleus. The gastrocnemius is the larger muscle that you can feel at the top of your lower leg, just below the knee. The soleus resides near the ankle and is smaller. The calves are

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3 great nuts to add to your snacks

Nuts are some of the best plant-based sources of omega-3 unsaturated fatty acids and protein. Although they are calorie-dense, they make the perfect snack to enjoy when you’re hungry but you want to eat something nutritious. There are several different kinds of nuts, each of which

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Exercises to improve grip strength

Grip strength has been labeled as a biomarker, meaning that a strong grip has been correlated with a longer lifespan. This is important to take note of, especially as we get older. When you have a strong grip, it can indicate that you have good upper body strength and function,

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Gift giving alternatives

As the holidays approach, you might be worrying about what gifts you’re going to get for your family and friends. Although buying gifts for others can be lovely, it can get very stressful when you’re trying to think of unique gifts for all of your loved ones and

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Natural vs. added sugar - is there a difference?

Sugar is a carbohydrate that adds sweetness to many of the foods we enjoy.  Sugar, in and of itself, is not unhealthy. However, it is important to think of the source of sugar in our diet as this can greatly affect the amount of sugar we consume. There are two