Running can be very rewarding, both physically and mentally. There is some debate as to whether ‘running’ is different to ‘jogging’. Traditionally jogging is a slow paced run, or a fast paced walk, however you want to look at it. I think of them both the same when we’re looking at long distance running. In fact, you may find yourself ... Read More »
Everyone in the world wants to be healthy, fit and stay in shape. However, our hectic lifestyles leave us with little time to spend on our body. Finally, one fine morning, we realize we have outgrown most of our clothes and we decide to spend a good portion of our hard earned money on some lavish fitness centres guaranteeing fast ... Read More »
While a thorough workout is certainly an important element of a healthy lifestyle, many people complain that getting enough exercise is difficult when it means making time for gym sessions and finding motivation to workout solo under the fluoro lights of a crowded fitness centre. Well working workouts into your day needn’t be something to dread; in fact, if you ... Read More »
A journey on a bicycle is an amazing experience. Not only is it an eco-friendly way to travel, it’s a true test of your willpower. Once you venture out, you are completely self-sufficient, an exciting concept that can easily tour sour if you are unprepared. Unpredictable changes in the weather, a tear in your tyre and a wrong turn in ... Read More »
When most people start at looking to lose weight they think that lots of sit ups will be the way forwards, what couldn’t be easier than doing some abdominal crunches in front of the television each night and watch the fat actually melt away? Sadly this is a well known exercise myth that will leave you with firmer muscles and ... Read More »
A recent article in The Daily Mail Online highlighted the extraordinary case of a woman losing weight by giving up traditionally healthy foods. Sidone Price had been struggling to lose weight despite maintaining a diet based around small portions of lean protein and vegetables alongside regular trips to the gym. Her doctor suggested that she continue her regime and that ... Read More »
If you’re no stranger to the gym and are looking to up the ante a bit then you might want to consider incorporating some advanced strength training workouts into your exercise regime. When you started with a strength training programme you probably noticed a rapid increase in strength and muscle mass during the first six months. Read More »
NIVEA MEN celebrate their England FA and Dutch Eredivisie Football sponsorship by giving regular guys a real Man of the Match experience. Read More »
Too busy to hit the gym? Staying active doesn’t have to involve boring treadmills, cross-trainers and repetitive workouts. There are plenty of options available these days for busy people to keep off the flab without burning hours at the gym: Read More »
There has been a lot of publicity, over the years, about the use of the amino acid known as glutamine as an effective aid to muscle gain and endurance training. The numbers are pretty evenly divided between those who use glutamine regularly and believe it to be an effective part of their training regime and those who consider its benefits ... Read More »
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