Functional fitness is everywhere you look. Gyms provide the equipment, articles talk about it, trainers teach it to clients. Stability balls, wobble boards, etc. have made their way into the fitness mainstream. Fitness enthusiasts perform exercises standing on one leg, bands pulling them in a different direction, along with many other unique exercises. However, do all …
When people think of a home gym, they think of a bench, dumbbells, olympic bar, weight plates, pulleys etc. These are all great pieces of equipment to own, however, they are expensive, and require a fair amount of space. Fortunately, there are less expensive options for a home gym. You may not pack on tons …
Myofascial release is a soft-tissue therapy technique to treat skeletal muscle tightness and pain. It aims to relax stiff muscles, improve blood circulation, and improve flexibility in muscles. Of course, nothing beats a soothing massage done by expert massage therapists while you lay down and relax, but when you’re in a race or competition and …
All you need to know about the foam roller; your training partner for aches and pains Read More »
Measuring your Heart Rate is the most reliable and simple way to indicate the intensity of your workout. Your heart rate shows how hard your heart is working during exercise and training – how fast it pumps out and delivers oxygenated blood and nutrients to the working muscles. By determining the intensity of your workouts, …
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For some people, the word “running” is just a synonym for “couldn’t think of anything worse in the world,” and they’d probably rather poke themselves in the eye, or go live in a far away cave with a couple of bears, than run at all. For me though, running is completely different- it’s something I …
You are working out hard and eating right, yet, you feel there is more to be achieved. The muscle gains or weight loss have stalled a bit. Maybe you feel sore or too tired after a workout; or you just want to take things to another level. If any of this sounds like you, supplements …
Time is an issue “preventing” people from working out and being in better shape. The funny thing is, time isn’t really the issue at all. When a workout is planned and executed properly, you can achieve great results in very little time. What is really preventing people from working out then, is knowledge to plan …
This is an old fav of mine that I did every week for a while. I am in no way, shape or form a runner- so pardon me if this is very amateur or if this would be way too easy for you (and please amp it up if need be). Running on the treadmill …
Just starting out? This is the treadmill workout for newbies! Read More »
The shoulders are a miraculous joint. They are strong, yet more mobile than any other part of the body. This allows you to lift, push overhead, carry, throw, and many other things. Picture a gymnast holding themselves up on rings, swinging on bar, standing on their hands, performing flips, and the list goes on. It’s amazing just how much …
Workout: build strong shoulders that look and perform great! Read More »
Last week I was given the opportunity to head over to Vicious Cycle at Bondi Beach to try out one of the spin classes. It’s Sydney’s very first indoor cycling studio dedicated to purely that – so you really get a fantastic and intimate ride. I decided to head to Vicious 80s, which is an incredible mix of fun …
