When it comes to the right workout gear, you have a lot of choices. Here are some tips to help you determine what's best for your needs and body type. How much thought do you put into what you wear when you go to the gym? Most people don't spend much time thinking about it, which [...]
Exercise is one of the best things that you can do for your body. It’s important to do it right, though, otherwise, you can do more harm than good. For one thing, you always want to stretch after working out. Not only will it boost your flexibility, but it’ll also reduce your risk of injury. Given [...]
First thing’s first: the gym is a place for everyone –– not just fitness buffs. Yet, the reality is that many individuals are reticent to start an exercise routine and hit the gym because they don’t have lots of experience. After all, if you haven’t made it a point to exercise regularly until now, you may [...]
Working out eats up a lot of your body’s energy. If you’re thinking of finally diving into the world of fitness, it is best to have a proper diet and nutrition to help you keep up with the demands of training and, ultimately, reach your body goals. However, it is a fact that a well-balanced diet [...]
Being physically active on a day-to-day basis is one of the most popular New Year’s resolutions, but the truth is that not many people actually work hard to make it happen. Of course, there are always folks who are willing to give their best to shed those extra pounds and re-sculpt their bodies. However, many of [...]
You think your workout is complete and there is no need to incorporate yoga? Think again! There are actually plenty of good reasons to integrate yoga into your workout routine. Read on for the details.. Is your workout making you flexible enough? Let's face it--a normal workout will build strength, stamina and endurance, but flexibility lags far behind [...]
Overindulged at Christmas time? Intending to change something about your life in 2017? Instead of wallowing in self-pity or idly wishing that you could make some long-lasting lifestyle changes, be proactive and join your local gym this January! Of course, that’s the easy part, as evidenced by the unnatural swarms of people descending on gyms which [...]
Love a great workout? Have you tried HIIT? High-intensity interval training (HIIT) refers to workouts that move between intense bursts of activity and fixed periods of less-intense activity or even total rest. HIIT is designed to get and keep your heart rate up and burn more fat in less time. Benefits of HIIT HIIT workouts: • Can help [...]
