Top fitness certifications & courses in India, offered by fitness training academies & gyms. These certifications indicate that you have the sound knowledge and skills needed to train people. Every year thousands of fitness professionals get trained and certified to provide safe and effective exercise instructions. You can get certified as a Personal Trainer or […]
Diet soda (Coke, Pepsi) a giant scam, doesn’t help you lose weight
A new study published by a team of investigators at Massachusetts General Hospital suggests that aspartame (the artificial sweetener in diet sodas) doesn’t help you lose weight (in fact, it could do more harm to you). Richard Hodin, a surgeon at Massachusetts General Hospital and the study’s senior author, explained, “Sugar substitutes like aspartame are […]
Business of Yoga: Costs of running & marketing a yoga studio in India
Understand the business of Yoga: Learn about the economics of running & marketing a studio. Here’s more on how to start a yoga studio in India. Yoga, despite being born in India, might not be very popular in India yet (surprisingly its extremely popular abroad). However, the scenario seems to be changing (with the Indian […]
Best Anti-Pollution Face Masks in India
Anti-Pollution Masks: There are times when major cities in India become like a gas chamber, and its quite dangerous time for all, especially the elderly, children, pregnant women and people with weak lungs. This is where an anti pollution mask comes handy. It not only lets you breathe easy but also filters out the toxic pollutants […]
Under fitness scheme, schools students to be nurtured to become future sports stars
With an eye on the future Olympics and to groom more Indian children to take up sports, a pilot scheme has been launched for toddlers in schools that will groom them to become future sports stars. Brainchild of district welfare officer Subhash Sasane, the pre-primary fitness and sports school (PPFNS) scheme will be implemented at […]
Varsity-recognised yoga courses in India soon
Several states in India will soon start offering varsity-recognised yoga courses. Sivananda International School of Yoga Charitable Trust, Kerala, will launch UGC-recognised yoga courses in different districts soon. The course will be inaugurated at the yoga centre at Kalarcode, Alappuzha, on December 3. The courses will have recognition of S. Vyasa University, Bangalore, the director […]
Drinking Juice: Do’s and Don’ts
With rising health concerns and increasing awareness about the importance of consuming fruits and vegetables on a daily basis, juicing has become a way of life. To get the maximum benefit from drinking juice, you must drink your juice as fresh as possible. You must use methods that help retain the nutrients of fruits and […]
Khelo India initiative gets massive allocation of funds
Khelo India scheme gets big hike in allocation of funds, at the expense of Sports Authority of India (SAI), Sports Minister Rajyavardhan Rathore defends decision saying it will change the sports scenario in India. Mr. Rathore says India has the potential to produce 100 Usain Bolts if the country’s sports culture undergoes transformation. “This marks […]
Exercise and Medical Conditions: Understanding the Special Population
Special population includes people with conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, heart disease, or specific injuries and specific situations like pregnancy, postpartum, seniors, etc. This group has different fitness and exercise needs from the rest of the population, due to the risk factors involved. This information is important not just for personal trainers but also for […]
For a head-to-toe detox, head to Kalari Kovilakom in Kerala
If you need a head-to-toe detox, you should head to the Kalari Kovilakom, an Ayurvedic retreat, in Kerala, India. Specific programmes such as anti aging, weight management, detoxification, stress management, are also offered. Kalari Kovilakom used to be the palace of the ancient Vengunad Kingdom in Kerala, but now serves as a resort/ retreat offering […]