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Trifocus Fitness Academy - yoga
What benefits will yoga bring into my life?
You’d be forgiven if you think that life today reminds you of a hamster running around on their wheel in their cage. The faster that wheel turns, the quicker that the hamster has to run. Technology, although it has had astronomical benefits for our life, it’s also sped up the…
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Trifocus Fitness Academy - nutrition
What are the benefits of plant-based nutrition?
Plant-based, or plant-forward eating patterns, concentrate on foods which come primarily from plants. This incorporates not only fruits as well as vegetables but also nuts, seeds, oils, whole grains, legumes in addition to beans. Following a plant-based diet doesn’t mean that you are vegetarian or vegan and never consume meat…
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Trifocus Fitness Academy - muscles
What are the different muscles in the legs?
There are a number of muscle groups in the upper leg anatomy, each of which contain separate muscles. The muscle groups can function independently for specific movements. However, many of the leg muscles here function together with other leg muscles. This means that they work together in order to carry…
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Trifocus Fitness Academy - ballistic stretches
What are ballistic stretches?
Ballistic stretching is a warm-up stretch which involves fast and sudden movements in order to increase flexibility. It is chiefly used by athletes to increase muscle power and range of motion. This type of stretching makes use of the momentum of a moving body or a limb in an effort…
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Trifocus Fitness Academy - cardiorespiratory workout
How to design cardiorespiratory workouts
As a personal trainer, once you’ve assessed your client’s cardiorespiratory fitness status, you are then responsible for setting a programme that is suitable for their needs, abilities and fitness goals. You must always take into account that some individuals are training for a different reason: some train to improve their…
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Trifocus Fitness Academy - exercise bike
Is using an exercise bike better than outdoor cycling?
For anyone who prefers a more controlled environment, an indoor exercise bike offers simulated hills and flats. It also allows you to monitor your own heart rate during the cycle. Making use of an indoor exercise bike requires little coordination, and there is less strain on your joints. However, if…
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