Fitness is key to a healthy lifestyle. See the fitness archives on DevelopGoodHabits where we feature our best posts on exercise and fitness.
Have you ever decided to make a positive change in your life? You probably started strong–that first morning, you were determined that this was the day that your life changes. On day 2, you were so proud of yourself for making this awesome change in your life. On day 3, you’re kind of over it. … Read more
When it comes to exercising, there’s a lot of information to process. Which type of exercise is best for you, and should you get indoor workout equipment? You have probably heard about recumbent bikes and might thinking of getting one for yourself. If that’s the case, you’d want to get the best recumbent exercise bike … Read more
Hiking may be the best exercise ever. It hits on many levels. Hiking is great physical exercise. The beauty of nature soothes your spirit. Longer hikes give you time to be creative and think through difficult problems. Hiking can be a great social experience. Hiking helps to reduce stress, get you physically fit and even … Read more
The benefits of adding weight training to your cardio exercise routine far outweigh the benefits of doing cardio alone. Over the past 10 years, researchers have made increasingly compelling arguments for the benefits of weight training for overall health. But people are still reluctant to add this important factor to their exercise routine. Many people … Read more
Do you ever feel like you get short of breath in situations when other people may not? If so, there are several factors that could contribute to this, including the negative effects of smoking, asthma, and COPD. Or maybe you are a runner, swimmer, yoga enthusiast or singer, and have what would be considered “normal” … Read more
It’s that time again. Winter is upon us. While you might not need to cover yourself in holiday lights when you go outside for a run, as the days get shorter and daylight is limited, it is a good idea to look into headlamps for running. But how do you know which one suits you? … Read more
Hiking outdoors is an exciting alternative to going to the gym if you want to get some cardio exercise. A lot of men choose to go hiking not only because of the physical exercise that it provides, but also because of the nice views, fresh air, and sounds of nature. Hiking in nature has specific … Read more
By now, we are all well aware that living a sedentary lifestyle can lead to a wide range of diseases and an early death. People who work typical desk jobs are prone to having higher amounts of daily total sitting time that is associated with a greater risk of overall morbidity. Prolonged sitting that becomes … Read more
Maybe you have enjoyed vigorous exercise in the past, but time or events have conspired to make you look for some physical activities that are a bit less strenuous on the body than running or high-impact sports. Or maybe it is the other way around, and you are just starting out with your exercise regimen, … Read more
Why are fitness habits so difficult to create? A fitness habit isn’t inherently harder to form than other habits, but the culture surrounding fitness causes problems. In particular, I’m picking a fight with “Just Do It.” The advice “just do it” or “suck it up and work out” is flawed because, for beginners, it leaves … Read more