Looking to boost your home workout? It’s time to talk about weighted jump ropes (or weighted skipping ropes as they’re also known as). An elegantly simple bit of workout equipment, with the ability to touch on so many areas of your fitness, weighted jump ropes offer up some seriously impressive statistics when it comes to […]
Boost Your Home Workout With a Weighted Jump Rope Read More »
Rowing and weightlifting are two fantastic forms of exercise. They both build muscle, burn fat and improve your overall health and wellbeing. In fact, the health benefits of rowing and strength training are seriously impressive. From quite literally reducing your risk of countless diseases and improving your life expectancy, to supporting better mental health, exercises
How to Combine Rowing with Weight Lifting to Avoid the “Interference Effect” Read More »
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
Functional Fitness Training – 15 Exercises for Better Workouts Read More »
In this article, we outline the very best kettlebell workouts for over 50’s and highlight some fantastic kettlebell exercises for anyone just getting started. Kettlebells are a great bit of functional fitness equipment and can be used in a variety of exercise classes and workouts, to deliver all round body strengthening and conditioning. Kettlebells are
Kettlebell Workouts for Over 50’s – Exercises, Tips & Benefits Read More »
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
Fitness Over 50 – Best Exercises & Workouts for Over 50’s Read More »
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
Strength Training Program for Over 50’s – Exercises, Workouts and Benefits Read More »
Starting weight training after 50? We’ve got you covered… In this article, we delve into everything you need to know, including tips for getting started, and how to maximize your efforts through following proven weight training programs. Weight training is a fantastic way to stay in shape, particularly for over 50’s. As we age, our
A Beginner’s Guide to Weight Training Over 50 Read More »
Core strength and core stability are often confused with the concept of ‘rippling abs’ or a ‘6-pack’, when in fact, it refers to so much more than the muscles in our abdomen. Instead, the strength of our core is the ability of our spine, muscles and viscera to work together in harmony, keeping our bodies
This is Why Core Stability Training is So Important Read More »
HIIT, high intensity interval training, is a great option for over 50’s looking to get fit and healthy. These exercise routines often only last 15-20 minutes but pack a punch in terms of health benefits. As we age, maintaining lean muscle becomes harder. Lean muscle is crucial for living an active lifestyle and keeping fit
This is a Must Try At-Home Full Body HIIT Workout for Over 50’s (Beginner Friendly) Read More »
Balance boards provide the perfect platform for improving balance and stability, as well as all-round fitness conditioning. For any over 50s looking to get fitter, balance boards are a great place to start. Your core, back, and legs will all be engaged during balance board exercises, not only developing better balance but also enhancing any
7 Balance Board Exercises for a Total Body Workout Read More »