Most of us exercise to become healthier. One of the biggest factors in this decision for manypeople is their heart. We are told that being fitter is beneficial for our heart. But what type offitness is best? It has been shown that the most beneficial, long term thing for heart health islosing body fat. The…

Many physically active people get muscle pain after exercise, known as “delayed onsetmuscle soreness” or DOMS. Foam rolling is a popular means of alleviating delayed onsetmuscle soreness and stiff muscles! But what does the science say? Is foam rolling actuallyeffective in reducing delayed onset muscle soreness, and in increasing flexibility? Somestudies show a small improvement,…

Food is what we need to survive. Its as simple as that. Most of us know a balanced diet is thebasis of being healthy. However, many people seek out different foods as for their “medicinalqualities”, hoping eating them might prevent or treat particular conditions. It’s true manyfoods contain natural chemicals that act in the body…

Losing weight may be tough, but keeping it off, as many people have experienced, can be muchharder. However, it may not be for the reasons you think! While losing bodyfat is often relativelystraightforward in the short term, preventing that weight from simply coming back again much morechallenging.According to the University of Michigan, about 90% of…

WEIGHT LOSS: Cardio is a great for weight loss! A 30 min session of cardio can burn a high number of calories, which will aid greatly in losing weight! Keep in mind, the intensity of the training will obviously determine the amount of calories burnt! LOWERS BLOOD PRESSURE: Regular cardio exercise will help to improve…

Are you struggling to find time to fit in your extra workouts? Or even just your normal workouts?Here is an easy lunchtime circuit that takes just 25 minutes!Start with a walk and some light stretches to warm up, and then complete the following:25 Jumping Jacks20 High Knees20 Alternating Lunges20 Push Ups20 Standing Elbow to KneeRest…

Have you heard your trainer use the phrases “compound” or “isolation” exercise, and not sure whatthey mean?Here is a breakdown on each and what benefits each have:Compound exercise is where you are using multiple groups of muscles. This is beneficial ifyou are wanting to do a full body workout in less time and burn more…

Are you stuck on what to do when not with a trainer, or stuck at home without a gym?Here are 5 simple exercises that you can do within the comfort of your own home, with no need ofany equipment: Air Squats onto a seat Alternating Lunges Push Ups can be inclined, on your knees, or…

Exercise has plenty of obvious benefits. I’ve gone over a lot of these through different blogs, so make sure to check them out! What I want to go over in this one though, is how it can help to boost your immune system. Before I get too much further, I want to state that this…