Category Archives: Fitness

Fitness training tips

Fitness training tips

It’s important to exercise safely and effectively. Robin Gargrave of YMCAfit, one of the UK’s top trainers of fitnessprofessionals, shares his tips on getting into shape safely. You’ll also find plenty of tips on building stamina, strength and flexibility, as well as diet

What is Tai Chi

What is Tai Chi

All you need to know about tai chi, including the health benefits, the different styles of tai chi and getting started. What is tai chi? Tai chi, also called tai chi chuan, combines deep breathing and relaxation with slow and gentle movements.

Swimming for fitness

Swimming for fitness

Swimming is a great form of all-round exercise. It’s ideal if you want to be more active and stay healthy, whatever your age or ability. Regular swimming can reduce the risk of chronic illnesses, such as heart disease, type 2 diabetes and stroke.

Fantastic Pictures of Anti-gravity Yoga Class

Fantastic Pictures of Anti-gravity Yoga Class

Antigravity Yogaclass is a combination of aerial arts and yoga by using hammocks to help practitioners gain greater flexibility. Moreover, people of any size, shape, or age can learn Anti-gravity Yoga. According to Christopher Harrison, Antigravity Yoga Creator, since the

Natural brain boosters

Natural brain boosters

Researchers in Finland have found that people with higher levels of vitamin D reduce their risk of developing Parkinson’s disease, as its antioxidant properties help control the immune system. *Increasing your intake of the omega-3 fatty acid DHA can help

Workouts for an ageless body

Workouts for an ageless body

Want to feel and look younger for longer? We’ve found the top exercise routines that can help you do just that What’s the key to a long, healthy life? Good old exercise, according to scientists, who have discovered that a

Resistance training for women

Resistance training for women

The majority of women spend their time in the gym focusing on cardio with little or no resistance training at all. However, resistance training is important for women for many reasons. Osteoporosis Reducing Body Fat “I don’t want to bulk

Cardio strength training

Cardio strength training

Cardio strength training isn’t just a fancy gym term. It can keep you burning fat up to 48 hours after your workout. Fitness First’s David Petersen tells us more…  Although it’s been around for years, cardio strength training isn’t used

6 Steps to injury-free running

6 Steps to injury-free running

When you’re new to running, it’s not uncommon to pick up the occasional injury but here are 6 simple things that you can incorporate into your routine to steer clear of the running injury trap: Warm up Foam roll Stretch

Supplement for fitness

Supplement for fitness

Give your workout a helping hand with these natural boosters Multivitamin and mineral complex ‘This is good health insurance for anyone who exercises, as your nutrient needs are greater,’ says nutritionist Anita Bean, author of The Complete Guide to Sports