Building a strong core is an important aspect of training, with core stability providing the foundation for optimal movement for the body. Our core bridges the body together, as it provides the connection between our lower and upper extremities. All motions are generated through the core and it is essentially the driving force and base…
Cable Machine Exercises For A Full Body Workout
If you’ve spent any time in a gym, there’s a good chance you’re familiar with the cable machine. This functional piece of exercise equipment, also referred to as a pulley machine, is a staple in many gyms and fitness centres. Cable machine exercises give you a great balance between convenience, versatility and performance. If you’ve arrived during peak hour…
Why You Should Start Your Fitness New Year’s Resolutions Now
Every year there are people who swear that the next year will be theirs and they will make fitness and exercise their focus for the next 12 months. The majority of these people though will forget this vision by the time Easter rolls around and then it is the comfort of warmth in winter that pushes exercise to the back of their mind. The time to start…
When Is The Best Time Of The Day To Exercise?
We’re all built differently and we all have varying daily routines, including when throughout the day we decide to exercise, so the ideal time to work out will probably differ for each person. Firstly, the ultimate answer to this question is to exercise whenever you can, whether that’s in the morning, afternoon or evening! Just getting a session in, regardless of…
5 Reasons To Start Boxing For Fitness
Boxing is a combat sport that has been practiced since before the time of ancient Greece and the original Olympics. And while there aren’t too many out there that are keen on getting in the ring, there are lots that love to include boxing as part of their exercise routine. Boxing for fitness has become an incredibly popular form of activity, and for good…
Active Recovery: Benefits & Workout Ideas
Recovering after a workout is an essential part of being physically active. When you hear the word ‘recovery’, you probably picture yourself hanging out on the couch the day after an intense workout. And while this may seem like the best way to give your muscles some time to recover, your body actually bounces back better if you keep it moving…
8 Burpee Variations To Test Your Strength & Endurance
Burpees – the exercise that everyone loves to hate. Incorporating both strength and cardio, as well as balance and coordination, they are one of the toughest full body conditioning moves you can do. And while it’s tough to find someone out there who actually likes doing burpees, just about everyone loves the challenge of smashing them out and…
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