Once you have run all the standard marathons on offer around the world, what do you do? Well if you have any sense, you collapse in front of the television with a drink. If you don’t have any sense, one of these marathons might seem like the next step. The Tough Mudder Marathon The Tough Mudder Marathon is comparatively short by marathon standards – lasting between 10 and 12 miles – but that is because the runners have to contend with all manner of different obstacles (including tyres as high as your knee, massive bales of hay and barbed wire) along the route. It is run in America, Australia … [Read more...]
How Often Do You Need To Eat To Build Muscle? Infographic
Meal frequency is one of the most hotly debated topics in the muscle building community. Some people believe three meals per day is ideal for muscle growth while others insist that you need to be eating every 2-3 hours to build up your muscles. This infographic will take a deeper look at this subject and answer the all important question - How Often Do You Need To Eat To Build Muscle? 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 additional information on the points covered in this infographic, … [Read more...]
6 Reasons Why You Need A Personal Trainer
Hello Everyone. I was aided in writing this post by LiveFit. ----- We never like to admit it but we could always do with a helping hand in most of life’s trials and tribulations. When it comes to exercise, this has never been so true. If you’re finding you’re not losing enough weight or toning up (in a sensible manner, of course) there are ways to address this. Firstly, there are amazing people out there dedicated to making you fit, healthy and most importantly happy. There is no reason why you have to do it alone! Many turn to personal trainers such as Live Fit as a necessary crutch … [Read more...]
The Benefits Of Family Summer Sports Days
Hello Everyone. Today’s article is a guest post from Springfield. ----- The UK has certainly had its fair share of sunshine this summer, and so there have been plenty of opportunities for families to get out and about in the open air to enjoy some sports. Getting stuck into activities in the outdoors is associated with a host of benefits, and here are some of the most important. 1. Improved Health & Fitness Kids and adults alike benefit from plenty of physical activity. According to the NHS, youngsters aged between five and 18 need at least an hour of exercise each day, and this … [Read more...]
Exercise Your Way To A Better Sex Life
Hello Everyone. Today’s article is a guest post from Lloyds Pharmacy ----- From what you see in films, on the web and in magazines, it’s easy to get the impression that the whole world’s enjoying great sex. If you’re not happy with your own experiences in the bedroom, this can leave you feeling low. However, it’s important to realise that lots of men suffer sexual difficulties, ranging from reduced sex drive to erectile dysfunction (ED). Also, there are things you can do to improve your situation. For example, if you’re experiencing ED, it’s worth investigating the range of medicines … [Read more...]
To Bend or Not To Bend: Examining a New Trend
Hello Everyone. Today’s article is a guest post from AstroNutrition ----- If you read fitness blogs, then you already know how important exercise is for your health and wellbeing. Regular exercise keeps your body strong and your mind clear. But it’s becoming more and more apparent that how you exercise is just as important as exercise itself. That’s why a growing number of fitness enthusiasts are incorporating bending exercises into their regular fitness routine. Proper fitness requires more than just building impressive biceps. Maintaining muscle tone and flexibility between strenuous … [Read more...]
Water Aerobics – Why You Should Be Doing It Today!
Hello Everyone. Today’s article is a guest post from Kaitlin Gardner ----- Are you adventurous? Do you like to try new things, and sometimes add some spice to your workouts? Then it might be time to give water aerobics a try. The Basic Idea: Think of water aerobics as a gym in the water. Almost anything you can do on land, you can accomplish in the water. The key word is aerobic – you want to raise your heart rate and work the muscles. The advantage of water – it has a buoyancy that makes your body only support a fraction of its normal weight. That translates to a lightness that … [Read more...]
Grab a Rock and Go! Exercises You Can do in the Great Outdoors
Hello Everyone. Today’s article is a guest post from Joel Phillips ----- Today it seems that there is a gym or fitness center on every street corner around the globe. People cram themselves in side, wait in line to use machines, and share a sweaty bench with a guy trying to bench press what seems like a subcompact vehicle. Without question, it is better to be hitting the gym for exercise than doing nothing at all, but you don't necessarily have to hit the gym. It wasn't that long ago, in the grand scheme of human history, that mankind didn't have gyms to go to in order to maintain a … [Read more...]
Top 10 Tips To Spring Into Summer
Hello Everyone. Today’s article is a guest post from Mistreatment.com ----- The rainy days of spring are now over, having made way for the warm, sunny days of summer. Summer is a great time of year to spend more time in the great outdoors, and also a great time of year for getting your healthy habits back on track. It doesn't take much to improve your health even a little, as these ten fantastic tips from legal healthcare specialists Mistreatment.com prove: 1. Walk Each Day The sun is a great excuse to get outside and enjoy the weather while it lasts. While the rain holds off, … [Read more...]
Top 5 Tips For Avoiding Exercise Related Injuries
Hello Everyone. Today’s article is a guest post from St John's Supplies ----- There is nothing worse than drumming up the motivation to get or keep fit only for injury to stop you in your tracks, training with an injury is dangerous enough but practising poor fitness technique can lead to injuries too and if these occur when lifting weights or running flat out, the damage can last even longer. Here are the top 5 tips for avoiding an injury when you train: 1. Know Yourself One of the biggest mistakes that anybody can make when they are working out is to copy others, although it is … [Read more...]