Ever get ready for a workout -- put on your shoes, grab your keys, head out the door -- only to have your mind and body become overwhelmed with a racing heart, rapid thoughts, and anxiety? If yes, the truth is, you are not alone. Feelings of fear associated with leaving the house, being around groups of people, looking silly in front of strangers, having eyes on you, or not being confident in your body can lead to what experts call “exercise anxiety.” And, thousands, if not millions, of Americans struggle with it. Heck, even people who work out regularly as well as pro athletes, at times, can become gripped by it. Luckily, rather than skipping workouts or shying away...
As many of us know, compression socks are great for endurance athletes (runners), professions that stand a lot (nurses), and those who are sitting for long periods of time (sedentary patients, office workers, and travelers). But, yogis and pilates-heads -- can they practice in compression socks? The short answer to this question is, YES! For the long answer, plus a suggestion on what type of compression socks are best for pilates and yoga, keep reading. A Match Made In Sock Heaven To best understand why compression socks go hand-in-hand with both pilates and yoga, let us first explain briefly how they work. Designed to increase blood flow and reduce lactic acid build-up, this type of footwear (depending on the style)...
With summer coming and life returning to closer to normal, many people are wanting to get back in shape and focus on their health. With vacations, social gatherings, and outdoor activities just around the corner, now is a great time to focus on getting healthy, fit, and strong. But, after a long, difficult year and a particularly stressful winter, it can be hard to know where to start. Here are some tips to help you get in shape for the summer and meet your fitness and health goals. 1. Start with Small Goals It can be tempting to be overly ambitious when you start a new fitness plan. After all, you’re inspired and have big goals, so it’s natural to start...
Fact: having good circulation in the legs is extremely important to foot health as well as overall well-being. A system that delivers vital oxygen and nutrients to tissue, muscles, and tendons, improper or poor circulation is typically caused by stiffness or plaque in the arteries that slows blood. Affecting anyone from those aging to those who put a lot of impact on their legs, those suffering from diseases, those living a sedentary life, or even those healing from injury, increasing leg circulation is always a good idea. To relieve the tension or build-up, doctors and trainers typically suggest patients stretch. As a matter of fact, as stated in an article from Ohio State, “runners and those who compete in athletic events...
When we think about common methods of pain and symptom support, putting on an article of clothing may not be the first thing that pops into our minds. Compression socks are specially designed elastic hosiery that applies various levels of pressure on the legs, depending on the size, to support blood flow and prevent blood from pooling. Putting on compression socks with a doctor’s recommendation can be a convenient way to help manage the symptoms of leg swelling and varicose veins and may improve overall circulation in the legs during a variety of situations. Here are eight situations where compression socks can help you feel better. 1. Leg Swelling Leg swelling can be a symptom of multiple medical conditions, sometimes...