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  How many occasions have you woken the next day with sore muscles from a workout? Perhaps a week of sitting at your desk has made you stiff? A massage ball could be the missing piece you've been seeking for. A massage ball is perfect for removing soreness from your muscles, improving blood flow, and speeding up healing by getting into those hard to reach spots and pinpointing certain trigger points.    Benefits of Using Massage Balls   Top athletes have access to massage therapists who can comfort their sore muscles after a hard training session, but the rest of us need a low-cost solution to release trigger points, and release stress in the body — and massage balls are the answer. Some of the benefits of using massage balls are as follows:   1) Target Sore Areas   Credit: OnHealth   Massage balls are particularly effective in targeting trigger...

  If you have ever taken a yoga class, you are undoubtedly already familiar with the many yoga props that are used to position the body in ways that might otherwise be impossible. Props are intended to make challenging poses more accessible.  In recent years, yoga wheels have been gaining a lot of attention. The yoga wheel is arguably the most adaptable and beginner-friendly yoga prop available. But how exactly do you use one during your yoga practice? And what are the advantages of using it? Let's get into the specifics of this cutting-edge yoga tool below.   What Are Yoga Wheels?   Credit: Acupoint   A yoga wheel is a wheel-shaped object that is used to increase the effectiveness of several yoga poses. It is made up of cork or plastic and comes in various sizes to accommodate different body types and purposes. Mini yoga wheels are beneficial for...

  If you're dripping with sweat after a rigorous workout—does that mean you're burning more calories than usual? It makes sense; excessive sweating indicates that you're exerting yourself, which necessitates additional energy. Is it true, however, that sweating burns calories? Continue reading to find out.   Why Do We Start To Sweat?   Credit: Getty Images/EyeEm   We all know that we sweat when we get hot. Sweating is a natural way for your body to cool down, whether it's from a hot yoga session or the sun beating down on your back. Your body's mechanism is the same regardless of what sweat-inducing activities you engage in. Apocrine and eccrine sweat glands are the two types of sweat glands. Eccrine glands produce the majority of your perspiration. Your apocrine glands, on the other hand, are found in the places of your body where you sweat the most: your armpits, breasts,...

  Do you still think resistance bands are a throwback to the 1980s, and that they're only suitable for a brief warmup and stretch? If so, you're wrong. One of the best pieces of exercise equipment you can own and use in your workouts is resistance bands. Let's go over what resistance bands are and the top 10 benefits.   What Are Resistance Bands?   A resistance band is a thin, elastic band that is used to contract muscles. As the user pulls against the band, the muscles flex, increasing muscle strength. Since the early twentieth century, resistance bands have existed in various forms. They were initially largely utilized for rehabilitation. The bands would be used by those with damaged muscles to regain their strength. Resistance bands are now utilized by people who are receiving physical therapy as well as individuals who want to develop their muscles.   Types of...