Category: Exercise Blogs
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Just Keep Swimming: All The Reasons To Jump In
[vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” row_border_radius=”none” row_border_radius_applies=”bg” overlay_strength=”0.3″ gradient_direction=”left_to_right” shape_divider_position=”bottom” bg_image_animation=”none”][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_spacing=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][vc_column_text]The heat of summer is still with us, and if you are looking for a good all-rounder in addition to…
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Stretching It Out: Top 5 Benefits Of Loosening Up
There’s always been a strong emphasis on making stretching part of your exercise regimen, but including it as part of your daily routine is just as important to your health. That early morning stretch is often equivalent to a cup of coffee – it wakes you up, and it just feels so good. However, when…
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The Perfect Fit: Finding The Right Shoes For Your Feet
Feet are the most-used part of the body, yet they often receive the least amount of attention. When it comes to exercise, don’t compromise. Invest in the right shoes. Whatever your age, you can ask yourself the question: “What have I done with these feet?” Whether you have done ballet or sprinting, worn high heels or…
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Exercise With Purpose Is Key For Success
One of the biggest reasons behind failure is the misalignment of objectives. In today’s article we will reveal why you need to exercise with a purpose to ensure long term commitment and success. So why do you exercise? To feel appreciated by yourself and / or others. It feels invigorating. Keeps your body healthy. To…
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The Effective Workout: Interval Training
Many of us want to get in and out of the gym as quickly as possible but still have an effective workout. This goal is achievable but will require a bit of planning. Here I will explain how you can ensure a successful fitness program using interval training. Cardio & interval training Unlike low-intensity steady…
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Struggling To Open Jars? Increase Your Grip Strength
Do you struggle to open tight condiment jars, water taps, slippery round door handles and a variety plastic sealed food packets? Or you find difficulty in the tasks that require you to hold something for extended periods of time? Perhaps you play sports that involve a bat, racquet, ball etc and you feel you lack…
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Keep Your Knees Healthy: 5 Tips To Warm Up Your Knees Safely
Many people approach their training incorrectly by not emphasizing a thorough warm-up and place a great deal of strain on their joints. Your knees are especially at risk. The health of the knee is dependent on strong leg musculature, and obviously how kind you are to your knee when it’s bearing your entire weight. Furthermore,…
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8 Tips To Reap The Benefits From A Power Walking Workout
Walking is one of the greatest exercises you can do to firm your thighs and lift your bum. Recent research suggests that every hour you spend walking – even power walking – may add two hours to your life. Walking can also help lower your risk of heart disease, stroke, type-2 diabetes, cancer, and depression.…
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7 Helpful Tips To Stay Fit After Giving Birth
It is not easy to get back into shape after you have given birth, and your body may not be the same as before. “However, taking up a healthy lifestyle post-pregnancy depends on two factors: what getting ‘back into shape’ means to you personally, and your ability to stay consistent in your workouts and nutrition.”…
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Finding The Balance: At What Point Will Exercise Drain Your Energy?
Exercise is supposed to give you energy, but at what point can it actually drain you of energy? Fitness expert Jenni Rivett is as adamant about the damaging effects of over-exercising as she is about not exercising at all. In this article she shares some great advice. Balance It’s common knowledge that energy input versus…