Correct technique is one of the most critical aspects of any resistance training program, and is essential in maximising safety and performance in the gym. We’ve chosen 3 exercises that commonly feature in most training programs that you might not be performing correctly. 1. Push Ups A cult-classic in the gym setting, push-ups have stood […]
Monthly Archives: May 2018
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Immune boosting chicken soup recipe Prep Time 10 mins Cook Time 10 mins Total Time 20 mins Course: Entrée or main Servings: 6 Entrée or 3 main Author: Teresa Cutter, The Healthy Chef WHAT’S GREAT ABOUT IT: Garlic, turmeric and ginger are potent detoxifying and antiviral herbs to help the body get rid of toxins, […]
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Mind over matter, and form over figures! The importance of correct technique in resistance training
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Mind over matter, and form over figures! The importance of correct technique in resistance training. “What’s your max deadlift?” “How much can you bench press?” “I can curl 20kgs for each bicep, what about you?” If you’ve ever been asked one of these questions before and were apprehensive to answer because you weren’t lifting weights […]
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Are you using DEXA to accurately measure your clients body composition and help them achieve their fitness goals? Here are 5 Key reasons you need to use DEXA in assisting your clients. 1. Know your clients starting point How can you determine the success of your clients training program without measuring from where they first […]
Osteoporosis is one of the leading causes of fractures in men and women over 60, with 42% of women over 50 likely to suffer from an osteoporotic fracture. Women who have entered menopause are at more risk of osteoporosis than women before menopause due to the decrease in oestrogen levels, so looking at ways to […]
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Whether it be an exasperated grunt getting out of the chair, or a little bit of an extra push with the arms at the same time, age brings about a lot of changes to your body. Over time, naturally muscle mass and strength will decrease with age, and activities that once took no effort might […]
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Getting back into shape after having a baby can be daunting. The physiological effect on the body is not to be ignored and neither is the dramatic change in your priorities and daily habits. Knowledge is power, so here are 10 tips for new mothers make when trying to get back into shape. 1. Finding […]
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Resistance training has a range of health benefits that can positively impact your body composition as well as your mental health. These benefits have been researched and reported on extensively yet, a majority of women do not participate in resistance exercise, choosing to focus on cardiovascular based exercise instead. In this post we will explore […]
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Fat loss, in theory, seems simple enough. Eat less food, burn more calories than you eat, and supposedly we can watch the fat fall off. While this isn’t incorrect, it doesn’t necessarily always work as simply as that. Many people set themselves incredibly low, difficult to maintain, caloric intake limits and they still struggle to […]
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Losing the ‘beer belly’ is a topic of much discussion for many men. But, what dangers does having a ‘beer belly’ pose and what can you do to reduce it or lose it? The ‘beer belly’ can be defined as the build-up of adipose (fat) tissue in the abdominal region that results in the protrusion […]
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