Meet “rucking,” hiking’s beefed-up cousin. All you need to do is strap on a backpack weighing around 10-35% of your body weight and take on nature’s trails. It’s as bare-bones as a workout can get, yet it packs some serious benefits. This blend of cardio, strength, and endurance training is an underrated type of exercise, […]
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To stride confidently up hills and navigate rugged paths, a bit of prep work can go a long way… and we’re not just talking hiking gear. Strengthening specific muscle groups and following an effective hiking workout plan can make all the difference to your hiking. You’ll be able to hike for longer, experience less discomfort
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Aqua yoga combines the tranquillity of yoga with the refreshing environment of the water, creating a workout that’s as fun as it is beneficial. As more of us look for low-impact workouts that are easy on joints, local aqua classes, including yoga and aerobics, are booming. This guide explains everything you need to know, including
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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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Weak gluteus minimus muscles can lead to all sorts of musculoskeletal issues, such as back, hip and knee pain. This is because they play an important role in hip stability, abduction and internal rotation. They may not be as famous, or big, as their close neighbor, the gluteus maximus, but an effective fitness routine should
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The Asian squat is a deep squat that has strong cultural ties with numerous Asian countries. A seemingly simple exercise, it has grabbed international headlines and made many people in Western countries realize that they are actually unable to hold such a deep squat. So why is the Asian squat so difficult for certain nationalities?
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