Interesting fact of the day.
There are over 640 muscles in your body.
Do bath salts help recovery?
In water bath salts breaks down into magnesium and sulfate. The theory is that when you soak in an Epsom salt bath, these get into your body through your skin. That hasn’t been proven, but just soaking in warm water can help relax muscles and loosen stiff joints
Keep fighting.
Do you suffer with plantar fasciitis?
Try freezing a golf ball and massaging the fascia (bottom of your foot). Roll the frozen golf ball under the foot, starting from the front and working your way back. Put good pressure on each spot for 15 seconds before moving to the next area. Then, roll the ball back and forth over the entire […]
Ice baths…..Pros and Cons
About Mainly used by athletes after an intense work out to prevent delayed onset muscle soreness or DOMS. In a typical ice bath, the temperature in the water is generally around 50 to 59 degrees, and athletes can soak for up to 20 minutes at a time. Pros The main pro of an ice bath is […]
Could an apple a day really help keep the doctor away?
Although apples, compared to other fruits don’t actually contain many vitamins or minerals they do actually contain lots of plant chemicals (which is a good thing). One of these being ‘flavonoid quercetin’ which has a natural anti-inflammatory action, another being ‘pectin’ which is a source of soluble fibre that can help lower bad cholesterol. So […]
Work For Now, Enjoy It Later.
TIP OF THE DAY – Try drinking a large glass of water every time you eat…….
Every time you eat, even if it’s a snack, be sure to drink a large glass of water during your meal. Not only will this ensure you stay adequately hydrated, but it may also help you eat less, if you are trying to be mindful of your portions.
Everybody Start’s Somewhere.
TIP OF THE DAY – Spend five minutes stretching after each workout………
If you skip stretching, you’re putting yourself on the fast track to a tight, stiff, and sore body. Take five minutes after each workout to properly cool down and stretch. Even if you only have 30 minutes in the gym, spend those last 5 stretching – it will do wonders for your recovery.