Want a deep tissue massage without the big price tag? Let us introduce you to foam rolling. Foam rolling is a type of self-myofascial release that can be used to help relieve muscle knots and trigger points. Our fascia is the thin tissue that wraps and connects our muscles, bones, nerves and blood vessels. For a…
A Helpful Guide to Reading Food Labels
Our partners at Be Fit Food have provided us with an insight into what we should be looking for when reading food labels, not only to determine what is healthy and what isn’t, but also to understand what we’re putting in our bodies: When it comes to grocery shopping, it can be overwhelming trying to…
12 Healthy Pancake Recipes
Pancakes – a childhood favourite, Shrove Tuesday special and all-time breakfast treat. There aren’t many things that beat a scrumptiously fluffy pancake, smothered in maple syrup with a scoop of ice-cream. And while the traditional pancake recipe should be enjoyed in moderation, healthy alternatives can be made to calm your pancake cravings, without all the…
10 Protein Containing Foods That Will Help to Burn Fat
Our partners at Be Fit Food have provided us with an insight into the effect protein has on the body, and have created a list of ten different protein-containing foods that should be included as part of a healthy, balanced diet: The inclusion of protein containing foods in every meal and snack is essential for…
Exercises to Improve Posture
Bad posture is an all too common issue for many people. We’ve all been caught slouching, hunching over the computer or just not sitting or standing up straight. Postural dysfunction is when our spine is situated in unnatural positions for extended periods of time, occurring as a result of one’s daily activities. With more than…
8 Ways to Motivate Yourself to Run
Let’s be honest, finding the motivation to run isn’t always easy. Even for the seasoned runners and athletes out there, there are plenty of days where the last thing you want to do is go for a run. Too busy, too tired, hot weather, cold weather, not feeling well, I’ll do it tomorrow – we’ve…
Christmas Gift Ideas for Fitness Lovers
The festive season is well and truly upon us and Christmas day is just around the corner. Finding the perfect present for friends and family members can be tricky, so we’re here to help! We’ve come up with a health and fitness inspired Christmas wish list that will be sure to give you some great Christmas…
7 Shoulder-Burning Exercises
With the shoulder being the most moveable and unstable joint in the body, shoulder training has several benefits beyond the aesthetic. The muscles, ligaments and tendons surrounding the shoulder are what keep it stable, making them important tissues to strengthen to keep the shoulder strong, flexible, more coordinated and conditioned to handle stress. To train…
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