Looking to tone up your abs? Then it’s time to talk about ab pulse ups… Also commonly referred to as “heels to the heavens”, this exercise is beginner friendly, requires no equipment and little space. It can be used as part of circuit training, or a stand-alone exercise, and helps not only strengthen the abdominals, […]
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The frog squat is a fantastic functional exercise to help strengthen and tone the quads and glutes. It requires no equipment, little space and is beginner friendly. Frog squats focus on a “pulsing” movement to raise and lower your glutes from a deep squatting position. Not only does this develop functional strength in the lower
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A pair of dumbbells gives you the opportunity to follow along to a whole host of effective strength and conditioning exercises and movements. It may be one of the simplest bits of exercise and personal training equipment, yet undoubtedly, it is still one of our favourites here at fitness drum. One of these hundreds of
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Having strong core muscles and toned abs has more than just aesthetic appeal… it also brings with it a whole host of benefits, such as improved stability, posture, mobility, and strength. It doesn’t matter if you’re a beginner or an Olympic athlete, dedicating some time to abdominal exercises is undoubtedly a good idea when it
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If you’ve got tight hips or hamstrings, then it’s time to find your inner reptile and embrace the wonderful world of the lizard yoga pose. This stretch helps improve hip mobility and all-round flexibility in the lower body. It also helps support functional strength in your core and upper body too. Simply put, this is
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Fire hydrants are a form of bodyweight exercises that primarily work the gluteus maximus (the butt muscles). They are called “fire hydrants” because the exercise resembles a dog urinating on a fire hydrant, lifting its back leg from a “quadrilateral” position. This seemingly simple exercise is a staple for strengthening and toning the glutes. Weak
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Functional fitness training has gained immense popularity in recent years… and for good reason too! It describes exercises and workouts that replicate real-life movements. This means your efforts during a workout are rewarded and felt in daily tasks and activities. From walking to the dog, to going to the shops, to doing a spot of
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Balance pads are a fantastic piece of exercise equipment to help improve stability, body control and overall balance. These “pads” are usually made from foam and create instability when you stand/press on them, consequently forcing your muscles to adjust and adapt. Balance pads provide the setting for a whole host of exercises, including lower body
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Regular exercise is one of the fundamental pillars to healthy ageing. Research evidences that physical exercise has huge mind and body benefits across all ages but particularly for the over 50’s, not only strengthening and boosting flexibility, core muscles, balance and cardio health but also cognitive functioning and mental agility. For over 50’s, staying active
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Strength training is a vital ingredient to staying fit and healthy as we age. Strength training shouldn’t be seen as intimidating or something only reserved for bodybuilders and the World’s Strongest Men. Far from it – it’s something everyone should incorporate into their fitness routine, whatever their age, whatever their gender. In fact, muscle loss
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