If you’re looking to add some variety and challenging functional movements to your strength program, look no further than the landmine! A landmine exercise refers to an angled barbell movement where one end of the barbell is on the ground and the opposite end is held by the lifter. Most gyms have a landmine machine,…
New Year Resolutions Uncovered
As the old year clicks over and the New Year begins, millions of people get swept into the land of New Year’s Resolutions.
You know that land – that fantasy world. Where motivation will magically descend upon us, and with the mere thought that it’s time to completely change our lives, we’ll suddenly be able to turn ourselves into completely different people.
10 Healthy Summer Smoothie Recipes
When the weather is warm and the sun is shining, there’s nothing more refreshing than an ice cold smoothie. These healthy smoothies will make for a perfect summer breakfast or afternoon snack, and will also give you a delicious serving of fresh fruit and even some veggies. Check them out and give them a try!…
Considerations for exercising in the heat
The physiological response of the body to heat When you exercise strenuously in even moderate heat, your body’s core temperature rises. In response, your blood flow is rerouted so more of it goes to your skin surface to help your body let off your internal heat, and you break a sweat (it is the evaporation…
Top Tips on Staying Hydrated
With water making up around 60% of our bodies, it’s vital that we maintain adequate levels of hydration. Our bodies depend on water to survive, with every cell, tissue, and organ needing water to work properly. With summer approaching, increased temperatures, outdoor activities, BBQs, festivals and long days in the sun, your chance of becoming…
How to Fit Personal Training Study Around a Full Time Job
Everyday is life busy. Especially if you’re trying to juggle a full time job, keeping fit, time for friends/family and all the other things you love, as well as trying to add studying for that dream job on top. We get it. It’s hard. It takes dedication and commitment, but it is all very possible…
How can you help your clients stay in shape over the holiday period?
The Christmas period can be a big temptation to overindulge for many. Here are a couple of easy tips and reminders to help your clients keep in shape over this tempting time.
Incidental Exercise – Benefits and Ideas
How did you spend your last 24 hours? How many hours did you spend sitting down compared to standing up? What type of movement did you do? Incidental physical activity, AKA incidental exercise, refers to any small form of movement that accumulates throughout the day, resulting in an increased level of daily activity. This form…
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