We know the well-documented yogic promises of improved flexibility, balance and core strength. But what’s the benefit of adding heat? Bikram expert Amy King of Bikram Yoga Victoria and Lucinda Mills of in Melbourne state their claims. The rest is up to you. Improve your » Weight Bikram Known for burning anywhere between 500 to […]
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Think you may have overtrained a little? Don’t ignore the signs during your workouts. Overtraining is a very real concern and shouldn’t be taken lightly. “Overtraining happens when a person has repeatedly exercised at an intensity, quantity and duration that is more than their body can recover from,” says Yujin Lim, exercise physiologist from Optimal […]
Want to save on personal training? Why not swap your face-to-face personal trainer with an online personal trainer? Angela Tufvesson investigates. Cost saving: Around $170 a week (based on three $70 sessions) Why you should make it happen: Personalised fitness training offers a wealth of benefits but comes at a price. If you’re after one-on-one […]
This final week we will focus on specific muscle groups and make all our hard work POP! This final week we will focus on specific muscle groups and make all our hard work POP! ARMS/CORE Equipment ›› x2 BB›› Box or chair›› Mat This session will focus on shaping arms and accentuate tone followed by a five-minute […]
Want to test your fitness? With results from these 5 simple fitness assessments, you can set goals based on where you are now. Remember your scores will serve as a benchmark – no narky self-judgement required. Instead, give yourself props for committing to improvement and get cracking. 1. Maximum push-ups in one minute Record if you […]
This Pilates exercise targets buttock muscles, hamstrings, abdominals and spinal articulation and mobility. Physical benefits: Pelvic curls are often likened to a massage. The slow and pinpointed movements over each vertebra are a wonderful release for the spine. Mental benefits: This exercise has a relaxing effect, which kicks in almost immediately. “It’s a fantastic spinal […]
Looking to take your workouts outdoors? We take a look at the benefits of hiking, cycling and running and what to look out for. GOOD FOR Taking your cardiovascular training outdoors may be the answer to increased motivation and dodging results plateaus according to the latest research. One study published in the journal Environmental Science […]
This exercise is a great superset (interchangeable) exercise with the chest press. Keep your elbows tucked in to isolate your triceps. Start with arms extended and lower the weight past your head towards the ground. Return to start position. Aim for 10 to 12 reps. TOP TIP: Ensure the weight you are using is not […]
Are YOU guilty of these? 1. Excessive rotation Many joggers take steps that stretch slightly beyond their natural running motion, triggering excessive rotation, which occurs when the pelvis and spine move too far in one direction. Similarly, many joggers swing their arms too far forward or too far back, perhaps under the impression that this […]
This Swiss ball exercise will target your back, arms & core. How to Place ball directly under hips. Keep pelvis towards ball and core engaged. Place dumbbell in each hand with palms facing down. Place arms out to the side at 45-degree angle. Keeping arms at side, retract shoulder blades down into central pocket. Raise […]