Work for yourself
Branched-chain amino acids
There are 3 BCAA’s which are Leucine, Isoleucine and Valine. Their role in the body is to aid with muscle building through protein synthesis, increasing fat burning and fat loss, supporting hormone balance during thorough training, they can increase endurance performance and reduce fatigue and they can help with delayed onset muscle soreness (DOMS) which […]
Find a way to train
No equipment? No excuse. Gym closed? NO EXCUSE. There are a tonne of exercises that don’t require equipment or that much space to effectively train. Here are a few examples which you can do from your living room. Squatting – little to no space needed it’s simply crouching and standing. Lunge – Step forward on […]
Train with a friend
Having a workout buddy can really benefit you if you are an avid, keen exerciser. Just bringing one friend along to your workouts can help with your motivation, you may have been pondering not training maybe due to bad weather but if your friend is there to encourage you then you’ll be more likely to […]
Supersets for a super workout
A superset is a form of training in which you quickly switch from one exercise to another without taking a break in between. Doing these won’t necessarily make you stronger but their aim is to increase intensity by reducing break time throughout your workout. It is good to use supersets if you would like to […]
Prepare meals for the week
Meal prepping is a fantastic way to save money so you’re not tempted to spend money on sandwiches etc, it can help you lose weight because you can keep track of what goes into your body, you can discipline yourself with portion control and you can have as much variety in your diet as you […]
Brisk Walking
If you don’t have the time to have a full work out or if you feel like being active on your lunch break, you don’t need to go to the gym. Walking is still a good form of exercise that can benefit you in many ways. It can relieve pains like arthritis, burns calories so […]
Exercise to de-stress
Exercise can help relieve tensions and various stresses you may feel. A simple 45 minute workout can help relax your muscles, utilize stress hormones, exercise releases endorphins, it can relieve pent us frustrations and it helps you look better so you end up feeling better about yourself.
Keep kids active too
Children should be taught the importance and benefits of keeping active from a young age and to not solely rely on technology for their development. Be sure to spend time with your children outdoors and in active environments by taking them on bike rides, taking them to the park or even going swimming. Emphasising the […]
REMEMBER TO BREATHE
Underwater swimming is the ONLY time you should hold your breath, so keep those airways working.