Learning to surf isn’t about relaxing on a beach, driving a VW campervan and listening to the beach boys- it’s actually an incredibly tough physical challenge that offers huge benefits for your all-round health and fitness. If you’re looking to stay fit and active in your 50s, surfing will do just that. It takes practice […]
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Bodyweight exercises are a great solution for anyone looking to get fit and strong. Gymnastics and calisthenics have celebrated the benefits of natural human movement and using the body to create tough and challenging workouts – building muscle, toning the body and helping lose weight. Calisthenics has become increasingly popular in recent years and for
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If you’re looking to lose belly fat and tone up your abs, hula hooping may be the perfect exercise for you. We often associate hula hooping as a child’s activity, but its actually an incredibly effective form of exercise whatever your age – targeting your core muscles to help develop strong, toned abs. Twirling the
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Nordic walking is undoubtedly a fantastic way to spend an afternoon or (even a whole weekend!) It gets you in the great outdoors as well as offering a plethora of health and fitness benefits. To get started, Nordic walking doesn’t require much equipment (meaning there are no excuses to giving it a go!) Nevertheless, things
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Resistance bands are one of our favourite pieces of training equipment here at Fitness Drum. They help improve strength, flexibility and functional fitness. They are also relatively cheap, incredibly versatile and pack a punch when it comes to delivering effective workouts. Resistance bands come in lots of sizes (strengths) so whatever your fitness level and
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As outdoor activities go, kayaking is hard to beat. From sea kayaking in tropical waters, to kayaking in a secluded lake in Europe, kayaking combines adventure, fitness and the great outdoors. What’s not to love? For over 50s looking to stay fit and healthy, kayaking can be a great hobby to take up, offering a
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Prehab is designed to help prevent injury. It helps athletes of all abilities train longer, harder, and better through improved mobility, stability and functionality of joints and muscles. The core aims of prehab exercises are to strengthen and mobilise the joints (such as shoulders, hips, elbows, and knees) as well as help prepare your body
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Ankle weights are a great piece of exercise equipment for anyone looking to take their bodyweight exercises to the next level. They are suitable for all ages and help add extra weight during exercises. The weights are comfortable and attach to ankles or wrists. They come in varying weights, depending on your specific requirements. Benefits
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If you’re looking for the best sports for over 50’s, then you’re in the right place. This article delves into the perfect sports to keep you feeling and looking fitter than ever before in your 50s and beyond. When it comes to fitness, sports are a fantastic way to get fit and healthy. They involve
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Depending on what your fitness aims and ambitions are, there are lots of different fitness workouts out there. From common exercise routines to more unusual workouts (such as German Volume Training), there is something for everyone. A fitness workout that is becoming increasingly popular is Tabata fitness. But what is Tabata fitness and is it
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