Innholdsfortegnelse for July 2023 i Women Fitness International Magazine

“We are made for goodness." We are made for love. We are made for all of the beautiful things that you and I know. We are made to tell the world that there are no outsiders” – All Are Welcome – The month of July brings a multi-talented, versatile personality, Maddie Asghari, on the cover. She is a registered nurse and a weight loss specialist with a background in nutrition and personal training. She has a bachelor’s degree in nutrition and has been working as a dietician back in her home country, Iran. The Women Fitness team reaches out to women all across the globe from all walks of life who are inspiring role models. This time we have covered the journey of Carissa L. Strohecker Hannum, who, in spite…

A common protocol for building size and strength is 5x5; that is, five sets of five reps. But if you want to focus on strength over size, try doing just two or three sets. Lowering the volume and focusing on moving the weight quickly will have a better training effect for improving strength and explosive power rather than the size of muscle. You should also experiment with logging fewer training sessions per week, which will give your central nervous system more time to recover between strength-focused training sessions.…

Carissa L. Strohecker Hannum is a practicing psychotherapist who helps others that live with chronic pain, chronic illness, trauma, eating disorders, and mood disorders. She was diagnosed and has been living with Arthritis since she was 15 months old, you are right juvenile rheumatoid arthritis (in the 90s when there wasn’t a ton of research on what to expect) Doctors told her that “it would get better and go into remission and there was a chance it would progress.” But in her case, it progressed and changed. She has now been diagnosed with Ankylosing Spondylitis which affects her spine, ligaments, and tendons in her pelvis. But in spite of innumerable challenges, she is married and is looking forward to developing a family. Carrisa Believes In Overcoming Everyday Challenges, She Says…

Tulasana, also known as the Scale Pose or the Lifted Lotus Pose, is a seated balancing posture in yoga. It requires core strength and stability to hold the body in an uplifted position. Tulasana is derived from the Sanskrit words “tula,” which means balance, and “asana,” which means pose or posture. The name reflects the pose’s emphasis on finding balance and stability. Steps to Perform Tulasana: 1-Start by sitting on the floor with your legs crossed in a comfortable seated position, such as Padmasana (Lotus Pose) or Sukhasana (Easy Pose). 2-Place your hands on the floor beside your hips, with your fingers pointing forward. 3-Press your hands firmly into the ground and engage your core muscles. 4-Lift your body off the ground by straightening your arms. Your buttocks should be…

Exercisers are prone to numerous skin problems caused by increased moisture or friction or damaging elements like cold, sunlight, and infection. Many skin afflictions, however, can be prevented by keeping the skin dry, clean, and protected. INDOORS Let’s start with the gym. The key word for skin at any time is hydration, but when it comes to aerobic exercise in a hot, stuffy environment such as a gym, drinking an adequate supply of water is not so much a matter of comfort as a matter of urgency. Without vigorous exercise, you normally lose about 2 liters(4 ¼ pints) of water a day, only some of it through perspiration. Adding a good sweaty session at the gym will significantly increase the volume lost. when you are dehydrated, the blood flow to…

The American Academy of Dermatology Association (AAD) explains that thin hair is fragile and has an increased risk of damage. The association provides these tips for people with hair loss: ○ using a gentle shampoo that does not remove moisture ○ Use a moisturizing conditioner to reduce breakage and split ends ○ applying a leave-in conditioner after washing and conditioning to prevent frizz and breakage ○ wrapping the hair in a microfiber towel before blow-drying it The AAD warns against using curling or flat irons, as these can weaken the hair. A person might also reconsider other styling options. For example, pulling the hair back in a ponytail or bun can lead to permanent hair loss over time.…

Bio: Carissa currently lives in the Washington, DC area and works as a psychotherapist in private practice. She helps others that live with chronic pain, chronic illness, trauma, eating disorders, and mood disorders. She is passionate about advocating for disability rights. She lives with her husband, Dylan, her dog, Copper, and her Cat, Remy. She is an avid reader, theater lover, and Harry Potter fanatic. For further input visit: www.carissahannumtherapy.com…

Grounding is essentially about getting out of the world inside of our heads of worries, stress, and checklists, and connecting to the present moment, as well as the magic of the earth below us. The feeling of being grounded stems from our root chakra, the mooladhara. When this base energy center of your body is activated and flowing freely without blockages, you will feel more connected, secure, and integrated with the world around you. To feel more grounded through the practice of your asanas, you can focus your practice on various postures that activate your root chakra When doing the asana, your awareness should be on keeping your balance and the stretch along the side of the body. Keep in mind that your body and head need to face forward,…

With the current trend of personal expression, the art of tattooing has been given new dimensions, especially in the form of neck tattoos for women. It’s a canvas that seems limited at first, but I assure you, the possibilities are endless. Small or large, minimal or intricate, the neck can carry them all with grace. That being said, it’s also a significant commitment - a lifelong one - as it’s a part of your body that’s usually visible to the world. One thing’s certain, there’s no denying the beauty of neck tattoos. With their growing popularity, I've seen an incredible variety of designs come to life. Among the classy ones, vine-wrapped neck tattoos are quite the rage. They effortlessly combine femininity and strength in one single twist. Flying butterflies across…