Motivation is a word that’s used a lot when it comes to diet and exercise, but what does it actually mean? The Oxford English dictionary definition is: “The mental processes that arouse, sustain, and direct human behaviour.” In the fitness industry it’s known as having direction and an intensity. There are lots of articles in …
A strong core is essential. It is needed to support your lower back, and helps with balance and stability, which, in turn, helps you to stand from sitting, bend, twist and turn, reach up and to be able to lift and carry things. It’s like the powerhouse of your body and regular care and attention …
We all know about the benefits of exercise in helping to reduce the risk of diseases such as cancer, by helping to control weight and strengthening the immune system, but did you also know that exercise may also help to beat cancer? Research by the NYU Grossman School of Medicine in New York has shown that …
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Do you always stretch at the end of your workout? Stretching can often be missed, especially if you’re short on time (an extra round of Bicep Curls is much more beneficial, right?!) but did you know stretching is just as crucial as the workout itself? Why is stretching good for you? Stretching can help improve …
It’s been around for two years now, with the majority of us either having had it, or will inevitably catch it at some point now the restrictions have lifted. For those of you who don’t know, after avoiding it for 2 years, Hannah & Caroline both caught COVID last week (typically at the same time …
Do you want to exercise but are worried about hurting your back because you have back ache or lower back pain? But, what causes back pain in the first place? There are many causes including the sacroiliac joints, which link the pelvis and the lower spine, becoming painful if the ligaments become too loose or …
