No matter which way you look at it, the nature of the workplace is continuing to evolve at a considerable pace. According to technology giant Intuit, an estimated 40% of the American workforce will be working independently by the year 2020. At present, approximately 33% of existing U.S. workers operate […]
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Cool Yoga Poses for Improving Your Surf Skills
Nothing ruins a surf vacation like constantly wiping out and never catching the waves you want. It highlights a weakness on your part. The chances are it's either your muscle power or balance which is letting you down. Believe it or not yoga can really help you develop your power […]
Highlights Of Latin America
Spanning a myriad of cultures, landscapes and languages, Latin America is a treasure trove of fascinating travel destinations. The opportunities here are endless, and you're as likely to find yourself riding with gauchos on a ranch in Argentina as you are strolling along Ipanema Beach in Brazil, or exploring the […]
A Guide to Making Yoga More Relaxing
Yoga does many things. Some practice it to improve flexibility and others just want to increase muscle strength. The casual yoga practitioner tends to pick it up to experience the relaxation benefits this practice has to offer. Your yoga sessions might not be as relaxing as you want them to […]
Must-Have Gadgets for Seniors
Safety and security are the two most important things that should be looked upon when taking care of an elderly. But when the elderly is living alone, these two become even more crucial. From being prompt on taking medication to summoning for help, today's technology offers a wide array of […]
How Physiotherapy Can Aid in the Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Physiotherapy can help in all physically related injuries that need manual handling and healing. And physiotherapy is just as beneficial in management of Carpal Tunnel syndrome. What is Carpal tunnel Syndrome? Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) is a neuropathy that causes pain, paresthesia, numbness, and other symptoms in the distribution of the […]
Making Your House More Energy Efficient with Adequate Windows
If Britain's weather was described in one word, it would have to be changeable. With this year's long winter and miserable temperatures stretching into the middle of May, heating bills will be understandably higher than usual. But is your house really as energy efficient as it could be? Properly insulating […]
Tips For Becoming A Better Dancer
Do you dance like a stiff plank? If you are like most people, then you want to look good on the dance floor. You can improve your dancing skills just like you can improve anything else in your life. It simply takes a little practice, perseverance and determination. Learning a few […]
The Benefits of Aerobic Exercise
Aerobic exercising consists of a warm-up phase, a conditioning phase (when you actually do most of the exercising), and a cool-down phase. Exercising is stressful to our muscles, hence the warm-up phase where we stretch our muscles and get blood flowing into them to avoid tissue injury. The cool-down phase […]
Increasing Flexibility in Yoga
Yoga is all about flexibility. If you can't touch your toes, you're going to have some serious problems performing some of the more advanced yoga poses. But, yoga is a learning process. Visit a yoga retreat and you'll soon pick up some tips on increasing how flexible your limbs are. […]
How to Stay Healthy As You Age
It's inevitable! We all get old. But, there is good news to this fact. Actually, it's great news! We don't have to end up feeble and absent-minded as once believed. We don't have to end up sitting on a porch swing, idly watching life pass by. Long before Ponce de Leon went searching for the […]
Poor Lighting Can Affect Your Health
It is not a secret that bad lighting at home or in the workplace can affect your health. If you're used to reading books in a dark place you shouldn't be surprised when your vision deteriorates. Proper lighting is essential for people who enjoy reading or have to work in […]