Lifestyle

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 […]

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

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

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

A race of strength, endurance and determination, the popularity of HYROX has exploded in recent years. Promoted as, “The World Series of Fitness“, this new fitness competition is looking to fill a gap left open by the likes of CrossFit, Ironman, Tough Mudder and Spartan events. More inclusive, easier to get started and a focus

If you’re worried about losing all your hard-earned gains while traveling, this guide is for you. We’ve got proven tips and ideas to help you not only maintain muscle while traveling, but also build muscle and progress your strength training. Forget general tips like “do push ups”… we delve into actual training strategies that are

99 Walks offers fun, virtual walking challenges to help provide the accountability and motivation needed to walk more during the day and live a healthier life. The benefits of walking are vast… and it’s an activity that doesn’t require any equipment, specialistic knowledge or expert coaching. All you need is the motivation to get out

Home and garage gyms have become increasingly popular in recent years… but the advice and recommendations often doesn’t cater for those in apartments and studio flats. It’s one thing buying equipment like a squat rack for a spacious garage… it’s another thing trying to do that for a tiny apartment. But no need to give

Feeling intimidated by the free weights section is a common feeling amongst gym newbies. With a wide selection of varying equipment, it can be confusing what type of weights are worth using and which weights are best suited to your fitness goals. If your gym induction didn’t cover this… or alternatively, if you’re looking to

An activity that is usually associated with burly men or professional athletes, weight lifting (or any form of strength training) is in fact, a vital pillar for overall health and wellness, whatever your age, gender or current fitness level. Weight lifting brings with it a whole host of benefits, such as; improved strength, fat loss,