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Following on from last week’s common questions, here’s the next batch without all of the forward explanation! Stretching increases flexibility, improves circulation, and can prevent injuries. Before we work out, ideally we would undertake Dynamic stretching, this is movements that replicate the workload we intend to undertake, starting with a slightly slower version and withContinue reading “Common questions we get asked pt 2”

Can we utilise technology to keep us going, or does it always end in digital tears? Technology has changed the way we travel, work, interact and live, so many things have been achieved that help us day to day, so what about our will to exercise? There are many trackers, apps, and wearables that thisContinue reading “How to use tech to motivate”

Each week we drop into a different topic, or area of fitness, nutrition or wellbeing. These are geared to encompass as many individuals as possible. We also have a lot’s of questions asked that, whilst very relevant, are either short in answer (we like these!) or very relevant to a small group of individuals. OverContinue reading “Common questions we get asked – pt1”

Oh a little controversial topic! – let’s take a look at what BMI is and how the measure works across a population range. Where did it come from? Adolphe Quetelet, a mathematician created the formula in the mid 1800’s, yep its that old and wasn’t created to medically measure the population, rather as a measureContinue reading “Is your BMI really a good measure of your health”

Gaming won’t get you fit, or can it? Can Gamification Help with Working Out? In an age where technology increasingly permeates every aspect of our lives, including our leisure activities, it’s no surprise that it has also made its way into the realm of fitness. Gamification, the application of game-like elements to non-gaming contexts, hasContinue reading “Can gamification help with working out”

Does overall mass matter or is it the make up that’s more important? The concept of body mass has long been a topic of discussion and concern in society. People often associate body mass with health, fitness, and attractiveness. However, focusing solely on one’s overall mass can be misleading and does not provide a completeContinue reading “Why your weight doesn’t really matter”

We previously looked at how hormones worked when working out, how do they affect weight loss and storage of fat. Hormones play a pivotal role in regulating various physiological processes in the human body, including metabolism, hunger, and fat storage. Understanding how hormones impact weight loss and fat storage is crucial for anyone striving toContinue reading “How your hormones really affect weight loss and fat storage”

High reps vs low rep weights, intense cardio vs steady – volume, intensity, duration all buzz words thrown around, let’s look at what they actually mean. To keep this simple we are going to use a triangle and not delve into the multitude of options available. Each point has a factor: Time – how longContinue reading “Understanding volume”

Set yourself up for success – gathering the right data and working out how to map out goals in a smart way. Can tech really help us? Reaching beyond the marketing images and wording, is there actually benefit to using tech to help with our goals? As previously mentioned, it definitely has its place andContinue reading “Using technology to assist with goals”

Water is essential for good health. It helps to regulate body temperature, transport nutrients, and remove waste products. It is important to drink plenty of fluids, especially water, throughout the day. High quality H2O! Now the Waterboy references are out of the way, why are we are always told to keep our water in takeContinue reading “Hydration is key”