Many people would find the thought of exercising while you’re sick pretty unpleasant. However, for those who struggle to stay away from working out, should you be exercising while sick? Cons of Exercising While Sick During periods of illness, your body is in a stressed position and working to fight off the illness. Engaging in […]
It’s is the time of year when a lot of people are looking to lose some Christmas weight and hit the gym for summer. Weight loss as a whole comes down to a calorie deficit, but it’s useful to know some general tips for fat loss. Stay Hydrated People often confuse thirst with hunger. It’s […]
Weightlifting belts, fashion accessory or secret to strength? A weightlifting belt can be a useful addition to your gym bag, but what should you look for? What Does a Weightlifting Belt Do? Weightlifting belts are designed to stabilise and provide support to your core, which can allow you to lift heavier weights safely. During heavier […]
It’s that time of year when a lot of people have set their New Year’s resolutions and are looking to get more active. However, it’s often hard to know where to start, so it’s useful to know some tips for starting the gym. Gym Etiquette for Starting the Gym There are some general ‘rules’ of […]
Protein is an essential nutrient involved in tissue repair and muscle growth. It’s also involved with many other functions in the human body and it’s important to consume adequate protein in order to maintain good health. So, how much protein should I eat? How Much Protein Should I Eat? There are several things to consider […]
Whether you gain or lose weight is mostly determined by calorie balance. This means whether you’re consuming more or less calories than you expend. There are many ways to find out your calorie requirements, however many are expensive or require additional equipment. It’s useful to know the more accessible options when looking at how to […]
Body type, also known as somatotype, refers to three classes: endomorph, mesomorph and ectomorph. The idea of classifying different body types dates back to the 1940’s. Body type is often used in order to predict someone’s athletic strengths and metabolic features. Endomorph Body Type – Stockier Build Endomorphs naturally carry the greatest proportion of body fat […]
The term ‘toned’ refers to the classic appearance of some visible musculature at low body fat. The fitness industry is full of products, diets and workouts that promise a toned physique. However, many of these overcomplicate the question of how to get toned. Losing Fat One of the biggest factors in achieving a toned appearance […]
Calories are a measure of energy in food. It’s useful to know how calories fit in with macronutrients and micronutrients. Macronutrients and micronutrients are both important in a healthy diet. Macronutrients, or macros, as the name would suggest. are consumed in much larger quantities than micronutrients, or micros. What are Macronutrients? Macronutrients are the constituents […]
Compound vs Isolation exercises, which comes out on top? Weightlifting exercises can be categorised into compound or isolation exercises. It’s important to know the differences between them and their individual benefits when setting up your training plan. What are the differences between compound and isolation exercises? Compound exercises involve the use of multiple joints and […]
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