Health
WHAT’S WRONG WITH SITTING?
These days, the average person sits for 7.7 hours every day! The typical pattern is to jump out of bed, get into the car so that we can sit at our desk at work then jump back in the car and end a full-on day in front of the tv. Our sedentary lifestyles have changed…
Read MoreHOW TO EXERCISE TO PREVENT FALLS
As you get older, not only does the risk of having a fall increase, but so do its negative effects. In fact, falls account for about 40% of all injury-related hospitalisations in Australia every year. While you could break a bone or knock your head, having a fall also reduces your confidence making it more…
Read MoreMY 6 TIPS TO FIND MOTIVATION TO EXERCISE
Start the new year with a new you! After the holidays are over we are back to our daily routines; work, commitments, and timetables. Gone are the days of endless feasts on minced pies, mulled wine, and delicious roast dinners. What is left is the reality of our scale likely to show a bigger number than before.…
Read More10 THINGS TO KNOW WHEN STARTING YOUR FITNESS JOURNEY
1. Strength Training Should Be Part of EVERY Program While the best program for you will be unique to your goals, every single good program should include some sort of strength training. Building and maintaining lean muscle helps to boost your metabolism, corrects muscular imbalances and creates the strength that’s needed to perform any movement…
Read MoreWhat is the difference between training SMART versus training HARD
The meaning of training smart and training hard When training smart you reap many of the benefits such as looking well, feeling energized, and upbeat. If you feel completely beaten and weak after your session in the gym, you might want to revisit your training plans. Training as hard as you can won’t necessarily bring you…
Read MoreHow to lose weight: 12 fast, easy, and safe tips
Weight loss starts with proper nutrition I don’t recommend you to lose weight fast because it is rarely sustainable, and it isn’t good for your body. Gradual weight loss should be the organic result of a healthy lifestyle. The best advice is to build a strong and sustainable daily routine that consists of good eating habits, and regular…
Read MoreWorking Out, But Still No Six Pack?
You are training constantly and consistently, eating clean and yet still there are no six pack abs to be seen. You may be thinking: Is this a realistic goal? Why is it not happening for me? Let’s look at the most common reasons you might not be getting six pack abs and ways to help…
Read MoreMy 6 tips to find motivation to exercise
Start the new year with a new you! After the holidays are over we are back to our daily routines; work, commitments, and timetables. Gone are the days of endless feasts on minced pies, mulled wine, and delicious roast dinners. What is left is the reality of our scale likely to show a bigger number than before.…
Read MoreFive Tricks to Stay Lean in the New Year
Trying to stay lean is challenging, and it can even be an unrealistic goal for some people. However, it’s not impossible to achieve. You can’t simply work as hard as you can and then give up once you reach your goal. Your body will naturally be inclined to go back to its natural equilibrium. For…
Read More8 tips to get started with a new fitness routine at any age
Starting a new fitness routine Building a (new) fitness routine is a big commitment. For some of us going to the gym and regularly exercising is like breathing. It is part of every day life, and it isn’t a choice we make but rather a necessity to our life and happiness. Others view exercise as a…
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