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...]
Lose Those Bingo Wings!
Hello Everyone. Today’s article is a written by Hanna Carter. ----- It can be frustrating having to sit at a desk all day. To prevent you from not being able to work out in your office job, Gala Bingo have put together a number of exercises you can do while at work. Even in a very busy job many of these exercises can be done without anyone noticing. Sneaking in these little exercises can also help reduce stress levels and of course help execute those bingo wings! The Seated Leg Raiser The Seated Leg Raiser is a good way to stretch and warm up in the office. While sat at your desk, … [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...]
Top 10 Types Of Yoga
Yoga is a popular style of exercise that has numerous health benefits. It's also very expansive and there are numerous different styles. In this post I'll be focussing on these different styles and helping you find one that's right for you by listing the Top 10 Types Of Yoga. Once you've had a read of this infographic, please Like, +1, Pin and Tweet it by using the buttons above and below this post. Also, if you want to learn more about the yoga and other top exercise classes, take a look at the related articles below: 10 Health Benefits Of Yoga Top 10 Exercise Classes To Try 10 … [Read more...]
10 Tips For Getting The Most Out Of Your Personal Trainer
In my previous two posts I looked at the benefits of personal trainers and provided you with some top tips for choosing the perfect personal trainer. However, in order to fully realise the benefits personal trainers have to offer, you need to follow a few simple steps. In this post I'll be providing you with those steps and listing 10 Tips For Getting The Most Out Of Your Personal Trainer. 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 personal trainers and how they can … [Read more...]
5 Myths about Kickboxing Exposed!
Hello Everyone. Today’s article is a guest post from PlayEnable. ----- “Difficult to learn”, “too intimidating and aggressive” and “male dominated”! These are just some of the common misconceptions that surround Kickboxing. Like most mainstream activities that have benefited from an increase in popularity it is common that certain general misunderstandings emerge. This results in a ton of misinformation about Kickboxing in general, while the reality is different for everyone. So I thought it would be useful to tackle some of the myths, following my own kickboxing experience and … [Read more...]
9 Tips For Choosing The Perfect Personal Trainer
In my last post I looked at the benefits of getting a personal trainer and discussed how they can help you achieve a range of fitness goals. While personal trainers certainly can be very beneficial, it's important that you choose a good trainer that's right for you. In this post I'll be helping you do just that by providing you with 9 Tips For Choosing The Perfect Personal Trainer. 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 personal trainers and how they can enhance your … [Read more...]
Fitness Tip Of The Day – Exercise Outside
Gyms and exercise classes are hugely popular and as a result, many people do all their exercise indoors. While indoor exercise is undoubtedly a great way to stay fit, if you're not doing some outdoor exercise each week, you'll be missing out on the unique benefits of vitamin D. Vitamin D is often referred to as the 'sunshine vitamin' because exposure to the sun's rays stimulates the production of it within your body. Its main role in the body is to support the absorption of calcium and phosphorus - two nutrients that are essential for strong, healthy bones and teeth. It has also been linked … [Read more...]
10 Benefits Of Personal Trainers
Personal trainers are a valuable resource on your health and fitness journey. They can help you achieve a wide range of health and fitness goals including building muscle, losing weight and improving your cardiovascular fitness. In this post I'll be taking a deeper look at how personal trainers can assist you as you work towards your goals and listing 10 Benefits Of Personal Trainers. 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 personal trainers and how they can enhance … [Read more...]
Fitness Tip Of The Day – Just Do It
Even if you workout consistently, there are always going to be days where you don't feel like exercising. Your mind will tell you that it's too cold, you're too tired or you're too busy to workout. However, these are the days that will make or break your health and fitness success. By pushing through your excuses and making yourself workout, you'll develop the consistency that's needed to bring you results in the long term. So no matter how you feel on the day, if you have a workout scheduled, ditch the excuses and just do it. The further reading section below contains lots of additional … [Read more...]