Even extreme athletes can experience sciatica, spasms in the buttocks and other types of nerve irritation. But there’s something called “nerve flossing” that can help by gently mobilizing the compressed nerves with simple exercises. The best news is that these exercises can be done at home with no equipment, increasing your range of motion and … Continue reading Nerve Flossing for Sciatica: What Is It?
Wearing a hat doesn’t require any etiquette tips, does it? Actually, it does. The rules may be a little less restrictive than, say, 50 years ago, but some still apply. Here’s what you need to know. Where can I wear a hat? As a general rule of thumb, you can wear a hat anytime you’re … Continue reading Proper Hat Etiquette for Men
The term “empty calories” is thrown around by dieticians and doctors helping you manage your weight. But what does it really mean? The short version is that empty calories refers to foods and drinks that have no significant nutrients but plenty of calories. These calories typically come from added sugars, solid fats or alcohol content … Continue reading What Are Empty Calories?
Injuring your tailbone—from a fall or exercise—can be incredibly painful. The pain, which is caused by inflammation from a fracture or injury—is called “coccydinia,” and it can make sitting down, walking, running or even going to the bathroom excruciating. But there are stretches you can do to help alleviate some of the pain. Glute stretch … Continue reading Hurt Your Tailbone? Try These Stretches
Men who suffer from gout—arthritis usually occurring in the small joints—may wonder if there are natural remedies for the ailment. Although the efficacy of alternative treatments may not have been as studied or proven as scientifically tested traditional medications, there is some anecdotal evidence linking three natural remedies to gout. Here’s a quick summary of … Continue reading 3 Natural Remedies for Gout
New to yoga and confused about which equipment to buy? Here’s a summary of what to look for in a mat, as well as other optional equipment to consider. Yoga mat Sometimes called a “sticky mat,” the general purpose of a yoga mat is to create traction for your hands and feet to help you … Continue reading 3 Pieces of Yoga Equipment You Should Own
Choosing yoga clothing sounds easy until you realize that anything too tight will make you uncomfortable and anything too loose will expose you or fall over your head in certain positions. Here are some tips on choosing yoga clothing to help you stay focused on your practice instead of your attire. Functional attire Falling under … Continue reading How to Choose Yoga Clothing
Between the anus and the scrotum is an area called the perineum. For men, pain can be due to a number of reasons. Here are a few of the more common causes of perineum pain. Injuries If you’ve recently fell, been assaulted or had rough intercourse, your perineum may have been injured via bruising, scratches … Continue reading 3 Causes of Perineum Pain
Men who are hoping to get some well-defined abdominal muscles may want to try these exercises. The bicycle maneuver Lie on your back and lace your fingers behind your head. Bring one knee toward your chest as you press your lower back into the floor. Twist your body so the opposite elbow touches the knee … Continue reading Best Abdominal Exercises
What happens when you get divorced? You go to New Orleans and have a divorced party! In this video one of our Healthymale squad members and her friends went to New Orleans to have a great time! From the thumbnail alone you can tell things got a bit crazy! Mark DelanoHi all, I ‘m Mark … Continue reading Healthymale in New Orleans….*CRAZY*
