Yoga For Runners Health Feed

If you are thinking that runner s knee pain can ony happen to runners or sportsmen, then you are wrong. It can happen to anyone who spends time in doing things that involve bending the knees. It can happen due to activities like walking, biking and jumping. It refers to an aching pain around the kneecap. In medical terms, it is also called patellofemoral pain syndrome.

It doesn t refer to a particular injury. It is an umbrella term to refer to any pain that happens during knee problems....more

Runner s knee is a very common problem with athletes. It is definitely not something one needs to worry about. In fact, with certain exercises, it can be prevented and if you do develop a runner s knee, it can be treated with some exercises as well. There are special sports medical practitioners who prescribe not only regular physiotherapy, but also specific exercises to deal with specific sports injuries. To fight with runner s knee pain, there are a few exercises.

But the four most i...more

Hello lybrate-user! there is no such specific protein for runners. And as you said your bones are weak you need to have calcium rich foods. You can consult us for the same thank you.

Pregnancy is a beautiful period in every woman's life. Lots of physical, mental and emotional changes occur during pregnancy and the best way to cope up with them is exercise, also known as pregnancy yoga or antenatal exercise. Working out when you are expecting is great for you and your baby.

Benefits for mother and baby of pregnancy yoga
Increased sense of well being,
Improves body muscle tone and relieves tension
Ensures healthy weight gain,
Cardiovascular and respira...more

Taking supplements for over a long period of time will eventually effect your kidney as they are complex protein which get filtered. So try avoiding the same. Instead opt for natural sources of protein.

Mr. lybrate-user, Thanks for the query.
When one starts running, it should be a gradual process. By that I mean increase the distance and speed gradually so that your legs and joints get used to the process of running. Plus always do warm up before going for a run for about 5 to 10 minutes. Similarly after the run you will have to do certain stretches and cooling down exercises. Best is to take rest for a few days and start again. If needed see an orthopedic who also knows about running. Oth...more

Yoga will improve your overall health and metabolism that can help you increase weight. Do pranayam and suryanamaskar daily but make sure you eat 6 healthy diets daily.

You all have heard a lot about Pranayama and Yogasadhana. The main aim of Ayurveda and Yoga is to spread the health of the body by using various medicinal plants and maintaining the healthy condition of Yoga and Pranayam. However, taking the following care should be done with yoga and pranayama

1. First of all, if the disorder (absence of stomach, stomach gas, curb collapse, difficulty mud, etc.) should be removed immediately with the advice of the physician.
2. Yoga and Pranaya...more

Yoga isn t just a form of exercise, which will help you in getting an impeccable body shape. Rather, according to the saints, it is also a process by which your body will automatically heal itself. You can consider it a sort of self-rejuvenation triggered by the flexible bonding between the soul and the body. Nowadays, both men and women practice yoga for strength on a regular basis. It helps enhance both their mental and physical strength. Muscle building is one of the most crucial reasons for ...more

Diabetes and yoga.
1. Yoga acts on muscles and sucks in glucose.
2. It improves muscle coordination.
3. It leads to reduction of weight.
4. It helps to de-stress.
5. It tones up heart muscle.
6. Sleep rhythm may improve.