For years, only a minority of dedicated fitness enthusiasts have practised a sure-fire method of attaining outcomes from exercise: lifting weights with the heaviest loads that are possible. While theoretically NOT lifting, pulling (or pushing) a car is phenomenal for developing lower body strength as the muscles are working to…
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Indoor cycling fast is becoming more popular than ever before. Cycling bikes come with an array of benefits that help you work up a sweat without even going anywhere. Are you looking for a fun alternative to the same old treadmill? A high energy indoor cycle class is a phenomenal…
Read MorePain is an disagreeable sensory and emotional experience that is associated with, or resembles that associated with, actual or possible tissue damage. In addition, pain is always subjective, and each person learns the application of the word through experiences that are related to injury in early life. It is also…
Read MoreSleep problems actually constitute a global epidemic which threatens health as well as quality of life for almost 45% of the world’s population. This is according to the World Sleep Society, which is a non-profit organisation of sleep professionals which is dedicated to promoting sleep health worldwide. Add to that…
Read MoreJust going through the motions is never quite a good idea when it comes to fitness and exercise. Ask any personal trainer and they’ll tell you it’s about quality, not quantity. Take a push-up, for instance. You know that lowering your body down and then pushing it back up is…
Read MoreMost people know that good nutrition and physical activity can assist with maintaining a healthy weight. However, the benefits of good nutrition go far beyond weight. Good nutrition can assist with: Reducing the risk of some diseases, plus heart disease, diabetes, stroke, some cancers as well as osteoporosis Lowering high…
Read MoreYou don’t want to commit hours upon hours at the gym however you want to get stronger, fitter, leaner as well as just plain look great. It’s highly possible that you’re not getting the most out of your workout time. Your time is valuable so you can’t waste one single…
Read MoreYou’ve taken to heart the recommendations to get – at a minimum – 150 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic physical activity a week in order to improve your physical fitness. What you may not realise is that with every step that you take, every kilometre you pedal or every lap that…
Read MoreKalari is an Indian martial art which originated in modern-day Kerala that is a state on the southwestern coast of India. Kalari is known for its established history within Indian martial arts. It is believed to be the oldest surviving martial art in India, with a history that spans over…
Read MoreAlthough it is public knowledge that exercise provides a whole heap of health benefits, many individuals can find it challenging to find time for regular physical activity. High intensity interval training (HIIT) has achieved popularity as a quick and effective way to exercise. It offers many of the same health…
Read MoreSports massage is reported to have a number of different beneficial effects in athletes. Sports massage can be utilised pre-performance, post-performance, during training or – alternatively – for rehabilitation. From elite athletes to recreational exercisers, sports massage is a popular choice. It’s very easy to count it out, however recovery…
Read MoreIf you’ve ever suffered from a backache, you’ll know just how dismal it can be. Every movement that your body makes will engage your back in some sort of way, so a hurt back means that you’re down and out — which is absolutely no fun at all… Strengthening your…
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