Lifestyle

Keeping fit both physically and mentally is important for all of us but even more so as we get older. There are so many different forms of exercise to choose from: nordic walking, running, racquet sports, team games, cycling to name but a few. But when it comes to finding one that is 100% natural, […]

We love CrossFit here at fitness drum. The workouts are effective, the community is supportive, and it makes fitness fun and engaging. If you’re new to CrossFit or functional training, catch up on our top CrossFit workouts for beginners. And if you think CrossFit is just for the younger generation and for semi-professional athletes, you’re

Sometimes falling over is inevitable… No matter how careful you are, you’re destined to hit the floor. But, not all falls need to cause long-term injury and pain. By learning how to fall properly, you may be able to limit the impact of future falls – helping you remain active. Research has shown that people

Here at fitness drum, we love any form of exercise that fits around your daily life. It makes keeping fit enjoyable and easy to maintain (and something that you actually look forward to). When we think about exercise, we often think about hitting the gym – running on the treadmill or weight training. But in

For those of us looking to lose weight, it can often be overwhelming sieving through all the different exercises and diets out there. At the end of the day, weight loss is very personal and its all about finding a lifestyle and diet that works for you. If you enjoy walking for fitness and enjoy

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

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

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

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

Best Ways to Prevent DOMS & Relieve Muscle Fever DOMS, or ‘Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness’, is the pain and aches felt in muscles several hours or days after exercise and strength training. It is something everyone has to deal with but some of us suffer from this more than others. Muscle soreness is effectively your muscles telling