Hello Everyone. Today’s article is a guest post from Adam Howes. ----- Boxing is not just about pummelling your opponent to a pulp. In fact, rather than being an aggressive, male-dominated activity that dulls the senses, it is one that can help to exercise the mind just as much as it exercises the body. It is also a rare sport in which perseverance and resilience can be just as important as skill and strength. As such, over the years, boxing has become extremely popular with people of all ages, both male and female, helping individuals to build both confidence and strength whilst … [Read more...]
Dance Yourself Dizzy? Think Again!
Image Credit: flickr Hello Everyone. Today’s article is a guest post from The Factory Gym. ----- Thanks to the title, those 80s music stalwarts amongst you will instantly recall the fabulous disco beat (and not-so-fabulous-but-strangely-effective lyrics) of Liquid Gold’s greatest hit. However, although a successful product of its time in terms of getting people up and dancing, thirty-odd years later it’s been proven that a bit of carefree dancing doesn't necessarily add to that dizzy, ditsy factor … in fact, a bit of dancing could be making you smarter! Memory Boosting Moves The … [Read more...]
10 Top Jogging Tips For Beginners
In my last post I looked at the health benefits of jogging. While jogging is undoubtedly a great way to stay fit and a simple exercise to perform, there are still a few things you should bear in mind when you're just starting out with jogging. In this post I'll be highlighting these things to you and listing 10 Top Jogging Tips For Beginners. Once you've had a read of this infographic, please Like, +1, Pin and Tweet it by using the buttons above and below the post. Also, if you want to learn more about jogging and its many benefits, take a look at the articles below: 10 Health Benefits … [Read more...]
10 Health Benefits Of Jogging
Jogging is one of the most popular cardiovascular exercises out there. It's fun, easy to get started with and the only equipment that's required is a good pair of running shoes. In this post I'm going to be taking a more detailed look at why jogging is so good and listing 10 Health Benefits Of Jogging. Once you've checked out this infographic, please Like, +1, Pin and Tweet it by using the buttons above and below the post. Also, if you want more information on jogging, check out the related articles below: 5 Reasons To Do More Jogging 12 Top Health Benefits Of Jogging 4 Ways That … [Read more...]
7 Ways to Make Jogging More Exciting
This is a guest post by David Ingram, a writer specialising in fitness, street fashion and travel. ----- Jogging strengthens the muscles, fine tunes the cardiovascular system, relieves stress and reduces blood pressure, but despite the variety of benefits it can also be known for its monotony, or as my mother would put it - “it ain’t half boring!” Yes, jogging can be tedious work but you don’t have to give up on this cheap and cheerful method of exercise. Check out these 7 ways to spice up your morning (or evening) jog... 1) A Change of Pace Keeping your routine fresh is the secret … [Read more...]
The Benefits of Strength Training for Runners
This post was brought to you by Free Fitness Tips partner, LA Fitness ----- For a competitive runner, it is not sufficient to merely be well-practiced in the art of running. As training, recovery and nutrition advances, competitive athletes must dedicate their lives to staying ahead of the game. One of the most important benefits of strength training is that it strengthens muscles, joints and tendons which can reduce the risk of injury. Strength training can also directly impact a runner’s performance. Stronger and more efficient muscles help to improve endurance and dramatically … [Read more...]
Fitness Tip Of The Day – Try Spinning
Spinning is a top calorie burner which blasts through over 700 calories per hour and gives your cardiovascular fitness a significant boost while also working the muscles in your lower body. It's a low impact form of cardiovascular exercise and places very little pressure on your bones and joints, despite the intensity. In addition to this, it's one of the simplest exercise classes to pick up, so even if you've not got much experience with cycling or exercise bikes, you can jump on and start spinning with the rest of the class right away. So if you think your current workout routine could … [Read more...]
Fitness Tip Of The Day – Give Swimming A Try
Swimming is a fantastic multi-functional exercise that can allow you to achieve almost any fitness goal. Not only does it burn an impressive 660 calories per hour in an average 68kg (150lb) person but it also strengthens and tones all the muscles in your body, improves your flexibility and more. No matter what your fitness goals, swimming should definitely be part of your fitness regime. So if you're not doing so already, make sure this versatile exercise is part of your weekly routine. The links below provide you with further information on swimming and how you can make it part of your … [Read more...]
Fitness Tip Of The Day – Mix Up Your Cardio Workouts
One of the biggest complaints people have when it comes to cardio is that long sessions become boring. However, there's no reason for this to be the case and there are plenty of ways to mix up your cardio routines and keep them fresh. The articles below provide you with a number of suggestions for mixing up your cardio workouts. So take a look, start implementing them and never get bored with cardio again. Further Reading: 1) 5 Ways To Make Jogging More Fun:- An excellent article suggesting five ways you can mix up your regular jog and make it more fun. 2) 5 Reasons To Play Fitness … [Read more...]
Fitness Tip Of The Day – Take The Stairs
Taking the stairs instead of the elevator is not only a great calorie burner but it's also a great way to develop a more active mindset. Once you get used to consistently taking the stairs, you can then build on this and start becoming more active in other ways. For example, instead of driving to the shops, you can walk or run and bring a backpack with you to carry all the shopping. Instead of sitting through the adverts when you watch your favourite TV shows, you can use that 5 minute window to fit in a quick, intense burst of cardio. Doing this allows you to burn a lot more calories each day … [Read more...]