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...]
Fitness Tip Of The Day – Try Bodyweight Training
Bodyweight training is a highly flexible form of fitness training which you can use to achieve almost any fitness goal. Even if you favour the gym or other forms of fitness training, learning some bodyweight basics is still a great backup plan which allows you to get a workout when you can't do your preferred form of exercise. The links below contain plenty of information on bodyweight training along with a selection of bodyweight exercises and workouts. So check them out, have a go at some of the exercises, learn some bodyweight moves and make it part of your fitness training regime … [Read more...]
Fitness Tip Of The Day – Learn The Proper Form
Learning the proper form is a key part of any fitness training regime. However, many people don't focus on perfecting their technique and instead try and increase the amount of weight they're lifting or the speed at which they're running, regardless of how bad their form is. As a result, they significantly increase their injury risk and limit their progress in the long term. The good news is that this is easily avoidable if you take some time to learn the proper form and once you've done this, you'll get a much greater benefit from all your workouts. The links below provide you with lots of … [Read more...]
Fitness Tip Of The Day – Lift Weights
Many people believe lifting weights has only one purpose and if they don't want bigger, stronger muscles, they avoid this type of exercise. However, no matter what your main fitness goals are, lifting weights can help. For example, if you want to boost your metabolism, lifting weights can help increase the calories you burn because muscle cells require three times more calories than fat cells to maintain. If you want to increase your cardiovascular fitness, having stronger muscles can help you perform at your peak as you train. The links below provide you with a number of innovative ideas for … [Read more...]
Fitness Tip Of The Day – Take Up A Sport
If you're not a fan of the gym or don't like exercising alone, taking up a sport is a great option. It allows you to socialise as you get fit, adds a competitive element to your workouts and ensures that they're fun every time. Another great thing about sports is that they allow you to spend more time with friends, family or both and share your love of fitness with them. So if you're getting bored with your current workout routine and want to mix it up a little, take a look at what sports are on offer in your local area, choose one that you think you'll enjoy and give it a try. The further … [Read more...]
Fitness Tip Of The Day – Don’t Neglect Cardio
Cardio may not be everyone's favourite exercise but the benefits are undeniable and if put your mind to it, you can change cardio from something you dread into something you look forward to. At the very least, you should do cardio as part of each of your workouts but ideally, you should be doing it daily by walking, running, playing a fitness themed video game or whatever else takes your fancy. The links below provide you with further information on the benefits of cardio and a number of suggestions for fitting in some cardio each day. So take a look, absorb the advice and start doing more … [Read more...]
Fitness Tip Of The Day – Go For A Walk Or Run
Walking and running are excellent cardiovascular exercises that boost your fitness and also allow you to top up your vitamin D levels. In addition to this, they require no equipment and aren't time sensitive, so you can do them at any point during the day, no matter how much free time you have. So whenever you get some free time today, make sure you use it wisely and go for a walk or run. Further Reading: 1) Brisk Walking Benefits:- A detailed write up of the many health benefits you can enjoy by walking regularly. 2) 12 Top Health Benefits Of Jogging:- An in-depth article listing 12 … [Read more...]
Expert Guide to Improving Your Endurance through MMA
Hello everyone. This is a guest post from Rick Walker who writes for FightShop.com ----- Over the last decade, mixed martial arts has transformed from a cult sport, into one of the world’s biggest combat competitions. From leading sports organisations like the UFC to smaller, independent MMA operations, mixed martial arts is truly taking over the world- one fighter at a time. As well as its fantastic, exciting appeal as a televised sport, MMA is growing as a way for non-competitive people to keep slim, fit, and in shape. From special fitness workouts to training regimes designed … [Read more...]
10 Funny Walking Jokes
Hey guys. I hope you're enjoying the fitness jokes and cartoons that I've been posting on the site recently. Today I've got another brand new cartoon for you to enjoy which lists 10 Funny Walking Jokes. So if you're a keen walker or just need something to make you smile, make sure you take a look at them. If you had fun reading these jokes, please Like Them, +1 Them, Pin Them or Tweet Them by using the buttons above and below this post. Also, if there are any other walking jokes you'd like to add to the list, please share them with everyone in the comments section below... >>> … [Read more...]
10 Hilarious Swimming Jokes
Hey guys. I hope you've been enjoying the recent funny fitness cartoons. Today I've got another cartoon for you to enjoy which provides you with 10 Hilarious Swimming Jokes. So if you're a fan of swimming or simply want to have a quick chuckle, make sure you check them out. If you had fun reading this cartoon and the swimming jokes, please Like Them, +1 Them, Pin Them or Tweet Them by using the buttons above and below this post. Also, if there are any additional swimming jokes you'd like to add to this post, please leave a comment below so everyone can enjoy them... >>> Click … [Read more...]