Forest bathing is having its moment in wellness circles… and for good reason. Originating from ancient Japanese tradition, those living in Western countries are starting to embrace this simple, yet effective way to boost mental and physical wellbeing. And you can leave the Speedos at home… there’s no actual water involved. In this article, we […]
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Yoga, an activity that has over 300 million people doing it globally, is more than just a series of poses… it’s a holistic approach to health that combines physical postures, breathing exercises, and meditation. While often associated with relaxation and stress reduction, yoga can also be an effective form of physical exercise that burns calories
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Determining a “good” running pace per kilometer depends on a variety of factors, including individual fitness level, total distance you’re running, and what you want to get out of your running workouts. This article provides insights into running pace averages, what influences your running pace and how to gauge what might be a good pace
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Trying to understand what a good dead hang time is? We’ve got you covered… this guide provides some useful benchmarks to aim for (based on fitness level and age), as well tips for improving your overall dead hang time. Be careful not to become too obsessed with averages though, as there are so many factors
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The bear squat is a great exercise to activate the lower body and core. It involves holding a bear plank (knees bent and held just off the floor) before straightening your legs to lift your glutes upwards (so you end up in a downward dog position). Although this sounds simple enough, there’s no opportunity for
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The lower trapezius plays a vital role in scapula (shoulder blade) stability. This contributes to improved posture, reduced neck and back pain, and is essential for movements like lifting, pulling, and throwing. Whether you’re carrying groceries, throwing a ball, or doing a pull-up… strengthening the lower trapezius makes things easier. We also find lower trapezius
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Sometimes you’ve got to take a step back, to move forwards… And in this instance, we’re not talking metaphorically, we’re literally talking about the benefits of physically stepping backwards. Walking backwards on a treadmill is trending… and for good reason. It’s a simple way to boost quad activation around the knee, which can subsequently help
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Does it feel like your workouts are going nowhere? Hang in there… we’ve got 8 reasons why you might want to incorporate hanging exercises into your fitness routine. It doesn’t matter if you’re a beginner or experienced in the gym, we’ll also explain how to get the most out of these types of exercises as
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Sliding leg curls are a great way to refresh a hamstring workout that’s going nowhere. Although it doesn’t involve lifting heavy weights, it’s certainly no walk in the park. This unique exercise requires careful muscular control throughout the movement and it’s perfect for anyone who prefers exercising at home. We often use it as a
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What’s the difference between walking 5km and running 5km… or pretty much any distance for that matter? We’ve got the lowdown on things like calories burned, muscles worked and impact on your joints when you walk and run 5km, so you can decide which one is best suited to your fitness goals. Quick Summary Walking