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Winter fitness tips

Staying fit in the winter months can be challenging, thanks to the colder weather, icy roads, and shorter daylight hours. There’s also the festive period that tempts many people to take time off the gym and indulge in delicious treats instead. However, with the right tools and strategies, you

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Do you know your exercise motivators and demotivators?

You’re not alone if you sometimes struggle to stay on track with your health and fitness routine. Staying motivated to be active can be difficult and it’s natural for your motivation to ebb and flow over time. Knowing what motivates and demotivates you helps enable you to focus

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How to strengthen the mind-muscle connection

The mind-muscle connection refers to the close connection between the brain and body. This connection is thanks to the central nervous system, which allows the brain and muscles to send signals to each other. Focusing on your mind-muscle connection during exercise is a strategy used to enhance your workouts, particularly

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Nervous to start a new gym? Here are some tips to calm your nerves.

Starting at a new gym can be anxiety-provoking, especially if you're unsure of what to expect when you walk through the door. However, there are several strategies to help calm your nerves and make the transition to a new gym more comfortable. Here are some helpful ways to keep you

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How many steps should I take each day?

It’s a common belief that to be healthy, you need to aim for 10,000 steps a day. But is this number beneficial? Do we need to walk that many steps each day to maintain great physical health? The origins of the ‘10k steps a day’ belief stems from

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When's the last time you changed your workout routine?

When was the last time you tried a new workout? Regular exercise is important for overall health but doing the same routine over and over again can undermine our success. Read on and see if any of the following apply to you. If so, it might be time to switch

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Home gym equipment 101

Creating a home gym can be a convenient and cost-effective way to stay fit and healthy. The equipment you need for your home gym depends on your fitness goals, space and budget. Here's a list of equipment options to consider for your home gym: Yoga mat or foam floor padsAdjustable

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Is it ok to miss my workout?

Missing a workout every so often happens to most of us. Life can be unpredictable, and there are legitimate reasons for skipping workouts occasionally. Even if you have serious fitness goals, missing the odd training session won’t affect your progress negatively, and it can often be a positive thing.

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Top tips for setting realistic fitness goals

If you have a particular fitness goal that you would like to reach this year, here’s a helpful process to follow. Whether you want to reach a new personal best, or simply stick to a regular and consistent workout routine in the upcoming year (and beyond), follow these tips

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Why choose an online exercise class?

Virtual workout classes have gained popularity in the last few years, particularly after the pandemic. They provide a wide range of benefits for those who are trying to stay active and healthy. Fitness professionals, such as qualified personal trainers or fitness instructors, often host online workout classes. The class instructors

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What is good posture?

Proper posture refers to proper alignment and positioning of the body. Using proper posture reduces strain on the joints and muscles. Here's what good posture is all about: Proper alignment of body parts. When standing, your head, shoulders, hips, knees, and feet should be in a straight line, with your

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What does a personal trainer do?

A personal trainer can play an important role in supporting and guiding you along your fitness journey. They can create a tailored workout routine for you to follow, help hold you accountable and keep you motivated to exercise regularly to reach your goals. Let’s take a deeper look into

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Reasons to prioritize exercise and nutrition

Both exercise and nutrition play vital roles in overall health and wellbeing. Building strategies to eat nutritiously and exercise regularly can bring a host of benefits. Let’s take a closer look at the importance of exercise and nutrition for health. Exercise for healthExercise is essential to maintaining a healthy

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What are Kegels and what are their benefits?

Kegel exercises were first developed by Dr. Arnold Kegel. They refer to a range of exercises that work the muscles that support the pelvis and pelvic organs (uterus, bladder and rectum, as well as the vagina and cervix for women). Benefits of Kegel exercisesKegels are beneficial for men and women,

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Is swimming an effective from of exercise?

Swimming is a popular form of exercise that offers a wide range of benefits for people of all ages and abilities. Let’s take a closer look at some of the key benefits of swimming. Improved cardiovascular and respiratory fitnessIncreased lung capacityA full-body workout that promotes overall strength and fitnessBetter

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Hvad er fordelene ved frivægte?

Når du går ind i et fitnesscenter, vil du se to primære slags udstyr til modstandstræning. Den ene er frivægte, herunder håndvægte, vægtstænger, kettlebells og vægtplader, og den anden er modstandsmaskiner, såsom maskiner til siddende skulderpres og brystpres. Frivægte og maskiner til modstandstræning har hver deres fordele, og i denne

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Sådan finder du din passion for motion

Når først du finder din passion for motion, kommer du til at nyde din træning endnu mere, hvilket gør det nemmere at holde motivationen. Når du er passioneret, føles motion ikke som en pligt, men som en hobby som du ser frem til hver eneste gang. Her er nogle hjælpsomme

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Følg disse tips for at undgå træningsskader

En af de vigtigste ting at tage højde for i forhold til din træning, er risikoen for træningsrelaterede skater. Skadeforebyggelse hjælper med at sikre at du holder dig i tilstrækkeligt god form til at fortsætte din træning, så du kan opnå dine mål og få så meget ud af hvert

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Vægtløftning vs. konditræning

Vægtløftning og konditræning er to former for træning, der har hver deres fordele. De fleste foretrækker en af de to træningsformer, men der er plads til dem begge i din rutine. Ved at kombinere konditræning og vægtløftning, kan du maksimere din muskelvækst og dine fremskridt. Men inden du bestemmer dig

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Levantamento de peso vs. exercícios aeróbicos

Levantamento de peso e exercícios aeróbicos são dois estilos de treinamento diferentes e ambos têm seus benefícios. A maioria das pessoas prefere um em detrimento do outro, mas há lugar para ambas as formas de treinamento em sua rotina. A combinação de exercícios aeróbicos com levantamento de peso pode ajudar

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Quais são as vantagens dos pesos livres?

Quando você entra em uma academia, você verá dois tipos principais de equipamentos de treinamento de resistência. Uma consiste em pesos livres, que incluem halteres, barras, kettlebells e placas de peso, e a outra são máquinas de resistência, como as máquinas de prensa de ombro sentado ou de prensa de

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Siga esta dica importante para evitar lesões durante o exercício

Uma das coisas mais importantes a considerar quando estiver se exercitando é garantir que não se machuque. A prevenção de lesões garante que você permaneça saudável o suficiente para continuar se exercitando a fim de atingir suas metas e que obtenha o máximo de cada treino que fizer. Uma das

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Como encontrar sua paixão pelo fitness

Descobrir sua paixão pelo condicionamento físico pode tornar o exercício agradável e mantê-lo motivado. Ela faz com que malhar pareça menos uma tarefa árdua e mais um hobby que você deseja fazer sempre. A seguir, algumas dicas úteis que lhe permitirão encontrar sua paixão pelo fitness: Considere seus interesses exclusivosCertifique-se

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ฟรีเวทมีข้อดีอะไรบ้าง

เมื่อคุณเข้ายิม คุณจะเห็นอุปกรณ์ฝึกแรงต้านหลัก ๆ ด้วยกันอยู่สองประเภท ประเภทหนึ่งประกอบด้วยอุปกรณ์ยกน้ำหนัก เช่น ดัมเบล บาร์เบลล์ เคตเทิลเบลล์ และแผ่นน้ำหนัก ส่วนอีกประเภทหนึ่งเป็นเครื่องออกกำลังกายแบบแรงต้าน เช่น เครื่องกดไหล่แบบนั

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ปฏิบัติตามเคล็ดลับยอดนิยมนี้เพื่อป้องกันการบาดเจ็บจากการออกกำลังกาย

สิ่งสำคัญที่สุดประการหนึ่งที่ต้องพิจารณาเมื่อคุณออกกำลังกาย คือการทำให้แน่ใจว่าคุณจะไม่ได้รับบาดเจ็บ การป้องกันการบาดเจ็บช่วยให้คุณมีสุขภาพที่ดีพอที่จะออกกำลังกายต่อไปเพื่อให้บรรลุเป้าหมาย และช่วยให้คุณได้รับประโยชน์สูงสุดจากการออกกำลังกายทุ