Energy and Resilience for the Dark Season
As winter approaches and the days grow darker, we’ll be moving our group workouts indoors. The darkness affects our stamina, and colds are just around the corner. How can we maintain our energy levels and keep our immune systems strong even during the dark winter months? These tips will help you keep your mind sharp and ward off colds. Boost Your Energy and Immunity Exercise is an effective remedy for winter fatigue, but it also boosts your immunity. Regular exercise gives you the best […]
Tame Your Christmas Stress—Here’s How to Stay Zen Throughout December
Does the anticipation of Christmas cause more anxiety than joy? Do your stress levels skyrocket because of Christmas preparations? Ease your Christmas stress by getting organized, staying active, and getting enough sleep. Put these tips to use to manage your Christmas stress, and you’ll get through the holiday season feeling zen. Plan and Prepare There are high expectations for Christmas Eve. It’s a good idea to start your Christmas preparations well in advance so that all the tasks and rush don’t pile up in the last week before Christmas Eve. Ease the rush and […]
Health Benefits of Exercise
By Marika Haag How soon can someone who is just starting to exercise expect to see health benefits? Well, right away, of course! Exercise affects the brain and nervous system, sharpening concentration and attention while improving the flow of thought. Your alertness increases immediately because nerve impulses become more frequent and efficient, and the sympathetic nervous system—which activates the body—becomes more active. Surely everyone has experienced the effect of fresh air; it’s as if the brain gets a chance to clear its head […]
7 Ways to Cope with the Winter Blues
Are you feeling tired, and not really in the mood to work out? Don’t let the winter blues get the better of you just yet—try these seven tips to beat winter fatigue. 1. Get moving and spend time outdoors Exercise is clearly the most effective remedy for winter fatigue! People who are physically active have been found to cope with the winter blues better than those who are less active. Exercise boosts your sense of well-being and alleviates low mood. Two or three times a week of brisk exercise for at least half […]
Exercise for one hour a day
By Marika Haag “I don’t have time to exercise.” Lack of time is one of the most common reasons people don’t exercise. However, we know that exercising is one of the most important things we can do for our health and well-being. Exercise keeps us healthy and active and helps with weight management. So why is it so hard to find the time for it? Take a look at how you use your time. We all […]
Breathing for a More Effective Workout
This blog was written in collaboration with WellO2 Breathing should be easy and effortless, even during exercise. Many people unconsciously breathe through their mouths even during light exercise, which can lead to overbreathing. WellO2 shared the best tips to help you improve your breathing technique and get the most out of your workout! Easy and effortless breathing is important. Exercise is supposed to raise your heart rate, […]
Get Your Sleep Schedule Back on Track After Summer
Did your sleep schedule stay in “vacation mode” after summer? Now is the time—if not already—to adjust your sleep schedule to fit your everyday life! Here are some tips to help you get your sleep schedule back on track quickly and easily. Establish Daily Routines Start adjusting your sleep schedule by reestablishing or creating daily routines. These routines should include, among other things, regular mealtimes, clear work hours, and exercise. Your mealtimes will stay regular when you start your day […]
An age-friendly environment encourages physical activity
Written by: Johanna Huiko-Lahtinen, Bachelor of Gerontology, Metropolia University of Applied Sciences & Tanja Marjomaa, Bachelor of Gerontology, Metropolia University of Applied Sciences Numerous studies have demonstrated the benefits of varied physical activity in promoting the health and well-being of people of all ages. We investigated what kind of fitness center inspires people to be active so that they can continue engaging in regular physical activity for as long as possible, even as they age. In recent decades, the importance of age norms has diminished, and more and more older adults want to live […]
Why is recovery important for training?
When the body doesn’t recover sufficiently, workouts don’t go well either. Recovery is therefore important for workouts, but why, and what happens if you don’t recover enough? Personal trainer Miia Mäenpää answered questions about recovery and offered tips for better and faster recovery. Why is recovery important for workouts and stamina? Recovery is an important part of the process because the strain (both physical […]
4 Important Blood Values for Active People
Many factors influence how energetic we are in our daily lives or when exercising, and what our health will be like in the future. For example, vitamin levels and iron levels affect how well we can keep going. Cholesterol levels and blood sugar affect our health, even if we don’t immediately feel their effects. EasyFit’s spring partner, Puhti, explains the most important blood values for people who exercise. Is a varied diet always enough to ensure that an active person gets all the nutrients they need? Nutrients that are important for athletes […]