The importance of tracking progress without obsessing over numbers
Tracking your progress is an important part of any fitness journey. It not only keeps you motivated but also helps you recognise improvements and allows you to adjust your routine when needed. However, it’s important to remember that progress isn’t just defined by numbers. While metrics like weight, body fat percentage, and reps offer valuable […]
Fleet of Foot
Agility – Stability – Propulsion – Power – When it comes to training for these aspects of fitness, most people do not think of foot and ankle strength, yet it could be the vital element a programme needs. Two types of muscle function at the foot: the foot extrinsic and the foot intrinsic muscles. Different […]
The Importance of Strength Training as You Age
Getting older doesn’t have to mean getting weaker. While it’s true that we naturally lose muscle mass as we age, strength training can help you stay strong, mobile, and independent for years to come. Without it, simple tasks like carrying groceries, climbing stairs, or even standing up from a chair can become challenging. Many people […]
Yoga Pilates Mix – What is it?
Yoga and Pilates are frequently combined in mind and body movement classes. Perhaps for this reason, it is often thought that the two practices are more or less the same. They are actually quite distinct from one another, nevertheless, they hold certain elements in common which, when melded, build ability in both systems. The spine […]
Heart Health Awareness Month
February marks Heart Health Month, a vital opportunity to raise awareness about the importance of heart health and the actions we can take to reduce our risk of cardiovascular disease. Cardiovascular conditions remain one of the leading causes of death worldwide, but many of these diseases are preventable with lifestyle changes, early detection, and a […]
Beating The Winter Blues
As the days remain short and the weather stays cold, it’s normal to feel a drop in energy and mood during winter. The “winter blues” can make February feel like a tough climb, but small changes to your routine can help lift your spirits and improve your well-being. Sunlight is a natural mood booster, but […]
The Power of Bulking
Bulking is a popular phase in fitness aimed at increasing muscle mass and strength through calorie surplus and weight training. For many, bulking is a deliberate approach to build a strong foundation of lean muscle. During this phase, individuals consume more calories than their bodies burn, providing the energy required to fuel intense workouts and […]
Building Momentum for the Year Ahead
With a new year comes new hopes, goals, and expectations. Yet, it’s all too common for these ambitions to become so demanding and unrealistic that they create undue pressure. For many, January can feel like an uphill struggle, especially after the festive lull of Christmas. That’s why adopting a gentler approach can be transformative. Instead […]
Stretching: Proven — but Gentle — Form of Body Conditioning
Stretching is an underrated aspect of training. Frequently performed as a perfunctory afterthought, its potential to enhance physical performance can be missed. Flexibility, combined with mobility, however, comprises one of the five elements of physical fitness. Stretching not only protects the body from injury and reduced range of movement, but also contributes fitness gains to […]
Healthy Knees
The knee is one of the largest and most complex joints of the body. It is crucial to all movements involving directional travel: walking, running, climbing, cycling, jumping. The knee is a very strong joint, however, its complexity and location within the body render it vulnerable to stress and injury. Maintaining the knee joint, or […]