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Hey, people who sit a lot (so, um, probably everyone): This back and biceps workout might be just what you need to help improve your posture so you can stand up straighter. When you spend a ton of time sitting—especially if you’re hunched over a screen—your head, neck, and shoulders tend to pull forward, leading […]
A little audio assistance can go a long way during a workout, whether you want a little boost of adrenaline or just need the motivation to keep going. One 2020 meta-analysis of 139 previously published studies published in Psychological Bulletin found that music can encourage positive emotions about your workout and make exercise feel less […]
Stuck in a rut and need to spice things up? Or just looking for a challenge that’ll help you bust through a plateau? Then you are going to love Pauline Nordin’s Bootcamp Workout! This metabolic workout will “tax your whole body in minimal time,” explains Pauline. You will perform this workout circuit-style, which means that […]
Strength training is not only about squatting or pressing—there’s a lot of foundational work at its core that can help set you up for success. One example of this is a rotator cuff workout, which can help protect your shoulders so you can use those muscles more efficiently and safely. Many people tend to neglect […]
Resistance bands are an excellent training tool. They’re versatile, easy to pack, and relatively cheap to buy. While you can work your whole body with a band, we’ve lined up six great resistance-band exercises for toning legs that you can do just about anywhere. For the workout, we suggest using either a resistance band that […]
If your at-home workout routine has gotten a little stale—and to be honest, many of ours have—trying some dance workout videos at home can help breathe a little new life into it. Not only is it just plain fun, but it can also provide a bit of a mental boost too. “Dance is a form […]
If you don’t have much space for at-home workouts, mini bands are going to be a key piece of fitness equipment. And there are tons of mini-band exercises you can do to make sure you hit every muscle in your body. “Mini bands are super convenient, you can take them anywhere, and they barely weigh […]
Apple normally announces the next iteration of the Apple Watch at this time of the year… but this time it’s announced two! The Series 6 is the expected upgrade, but there’s also the Apple Watch SE, which removes a few of the more advanced features to lower the price to a starting point of £269 […]
The 30-Day Squat Challenge is all over the internet. You might have read about how it will miraculously transform your legs and glutes… I haven’t heard about it — what’s the 30-Day Squat Challenge? A workout challenge where you do squats 5 times a week, starting with 50 reps to 200-300 reps per day. It’s […]
Plus, the beauty of the human body is that it is built to adapt to new challenges. So over time, the extra intensity won’t be as noticeable. “It may take a few weeks of regular exercise, but you’ll eventually feel more comfortable exercising with a mask,” Dr. Sulapas says. Still, it’s important you listen to […]
But more isn’t always more. “You have to be careful,” says Seedman. “Doing some light stretching can be good, but trying to overstretch the muscle when it feels extremely tight can actually cause the muscle to come back even tighter because the body is trying to resist it.” So how do you know how far […]
As most of you know, ALL of my workouts are done in the comfort of my own home (garage) or outside at the beach or park. With my busy life as a full-time working mom, I have found home workouts best fit my lifestyle. With very limited time, being able to literally just walk out into my garage and get […]
If you want to get in a quick and solid workout—but don’t have loads of equipment on hand—this abs and butt workout has you covered. When you’re short on time, or simply don’t want to spend all of it exercising, the superset and triset programming can help you work multiple muscle groups more efficiently, says […]
Every one of us is unique. We each have our own story – also when it comes to fitness. No matter what kind of sport you prefer, what motivates you, don’t compare yourself to others. What’s important is that you do what feels good for you and your body. How Train Like You will Help […]
Feeling stiff? This low impact mobility core workout from celebrity trainer Svava Sigbertsdottir may help to ease your mobility in under ten minutes We all know that old age comes with its disadvantages and difficulty moving is one of the main factors. Feeling young, fit and injury free enables you to move your body freely, […]