Our partners at Be Fit Food have provided us with a detailed breakdown of both macronutrients and micronutrients. Learn more about the role each nutrient plays in helping fuel our bodies and what different foods are classified as: Macronutrients are the three main nutrients that provide the b...
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As a Fitness Professional, having fitness insurance is an absolute must. Whether you run your own personal training business, rent a space in a gym, work for a business, or are still completing your studies, obtaining the right level of cover is an important step to take before training clients. The...
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How many times have you been in the gym and argued with either another trainer or a client about the name of a particular exercise? For example, a new member starts at your gym, and they have a fair idea about resistance training, considering they’ve had gym memberships in the past and had a variety...
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Most traditional plyometric exercises involve some form of jumping, with box jumps, broad jumps, depth jumps and lunge jumps all springing to mind. These lower body plyometric exercises are often incorporated into athlete training programs and performed by those looking to increase their power and e...
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Breakfast has long been known as the most important meal of the day. As the name suggests, breakfast breaks your overnight fast, kickstarts your metabolism and provides you with the energy you need to keep you going throughout the day. Making good breakfast choices is important, as it not only fuels...
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The plank hold is a staple core exercise that not only helps to tone your midsection, but also helps to improve posture, support a healthy back and enhance overall movement and stability. Performing the plank engages all major core muscle groups including the transverse abdominis, the rectus abdomin...
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