It’s rare that we come across a piece of content that applies to both the “Fit” and “Sexed” parts of our site’s title, but that’s exactly what we found in this video promoting couples fitness program WeFitFor2.
The system aims to motivate couples to get fit by keeping each other accountable. It’s already been written up in Men’s Health‘s Sex and Fitness series, and as you’ll see in the clip below, was featured on NBC’s The Today Show:
For millions of Americans each year, the winter months usher in a season of melancholia and depression that lasts winter-long. Depression rates during the winter season are staggering and for this cold quarter of the year Americans experience a veritable epidemic of sadness. The average person looking to avoid pathologizing this occurrence may chalk it up to being lonely during the holidays. Others think of it just as the dreariness of the cold bringing them down. However, studies have shown that this state of depression during the winter months has less to do with simply “feeling down” and more to do with an actual medical condition.
The official diagnosis of this condition is called, appropriately enough, “S.A.D.,” or “Seasonal Affective Disorder.” Dr. Keith Ablow, the Fox News Psychiatrist, has stated, SAD is an under-diagnosed condition that is responsible for a tremendous amount of psychological distress, but also a big price-tag in terms of decreased productivity of folks who think they’re just ‘down,’ but are really fighting a real psychiatric disorder. People who have always ‘hated’ the holidays or who ‘can’t stand’ February should start to wonder whether that’s them speaking or an illness speaking for them.”
And the astonishing, although completely logical, explanation for this condition has nothing to do with the cold at all. Indulge, if you will, the notion that, in some respects, human beings are like plants. Here, the relevant correlation for the purposes of parsing out the cause of S.A.D. is that humans, like plants, thrive on sunlight. During the winter months it is not the pervading sense of cold that causes the sense of depression, but the lack of sunlight.
To that end, Dr. Ablow has treated various patients suffering from S.A.D. without the use of a pill or any other medication. The prescription is…Sunlight! Dr. Ablow has prescribed the use of special high intensity lights that you can put on your desk at home or work and use to simply absorb the rejuvenating rays that the lamp emits. These lights are widely available, from companies such as LiteBook and Northern Light Technologies.
However, for those who may possess a sensitivity to light that makes the use of this novel treatment impractical, there is still hope. There are medications available that may be prescribed by a doctor to combat depression. And, for an organic supplement to these prescription drugs, Vitamin D has also been recognized in certain medical circles as helping combat feelings of depression.
Your health and well-being are among the most vital aspects of your life to foster and nourish. If you or someone you know suffers from S.A.D. this treatment may prove to be a crucial aid in helping to combat the effects of seasonal depression. It may be worth trying this winter season. We can all stand to shine a little light on our lives from time to time.
Sweating can be uncomfortable and sticky. It can drench your clothing on a hot day or after a workout. It’s connected with waking up from a bad dream, and worrying about some upcoming event. There are however some major benefits of sweating:
* Sweating speeds up metabolic processes of vital organs and inhabits the growth of pathogenic bacteria and viruses. The vital organs and glands (including endocrine and sex glands) are stimulated to increased activity.
* Sweating Creates a fever reaction that kills potentially dangerous viruses/bacteria and increase the number of leukocytes in the blood, thereby strengthening the immune system.
* Sweating Places demands upon the cardiovascular system, making the heart pump harder and producing a drop in diastolic blood pressure.
* Sweating Stimulates vasodilation of peripheral vessels, which relieves pain and speeds healing of sprains, strains, bursitis, peripheral vascular diseases, arthritis and muscle pain.
Finally
*Sweating Promotes relaxation, thereby lending a feeling of well-being.
If you live in the New York area, you’ve more than likely seen the mug of Dr. Mehmet Oz mozying along on the side of a city bus. Having personally witnessed this ad about 1,000 times I gave in. I tuned in and checked out what the good doctor had to say (check out your local listings here).
Here’s a clip from a recent episode:
It turned out that the Dr. Oz show was incredibly informative and relevant to issues that come u in everyday life. Whether it’s staying clear of germs at the supermarket or how to reduce the amount of gas you have, Dr. Oz seems to have all the answers. After being mesmerized by the show two afternoons in a row, I decided to get the skinny on this entertaining, and inspiring man.
Ok all…It’s exercise time again! As you recall, I have previously written of alternative ways to exercise. Whether it be in your home, sans exercise equipment, or in the bedroom, Fit And Sexed advocates alternative exercising to stimulate boy and mind with novel workouts. That being stated, welcome to the latest installment, “Cubicle Crunch.”
When next you find yourself low on time to exercise, don’t panic! You can still make it to work on time, and exercise on your lunch break from the comfort of your 8×10 cell (Um…we mean cubicle). (more…)
It’s not just giving that brings pleasure; it’s also receiving. In concert, these two essential human acts join in a circle of interaction that expands with use. When the circle is complete, the more you give, the more your get, and vice versa.” —- George Leonard
As we have been discovering, there is an intimate interplay between Sex & Fitness. For some it is the Sex that inspires playful self-discovery and body awareness in the area of their health and for others it is Fitness that inspires playful self-discovery and body awareness in their Sexuality. A healthy body and intimate communion with another are some of the greatest joys on this earth. Be conscious of what you put in your mouth and become aware of your body’s sexuality now. The emotional & physical health benefits of Sex are many. Below is a list of ten such benefits. I also assert that there are many benefits that have not yet been discovered. Let’s number them 11 to 20 and use our imaginations. (more…)
In economic times like these, where the average person’s day is scheduled to capacity with every second accounted for, going to the gym to exercise can be an elusive goal to achieve. However, given about half an hour of time and the basic structures found throughout the house, anyone can use the gym that they may never have known existed in their own living space. In fact, there are many different ways to target specfic body parts for exercise, without ever having to leave the comfort of your own home. Consider doing the following:
