exercise

An experiment has been carried out by insurance company Direct Line, who wanted to see what the link was between people watching films and improving their wellbeing by working out. The set up a unique cinigym for the night, and…

Do you want to get fit but can’t bear the idea of spending hours down in the gym, busting a gut to improve your wellness? It might please you to learn, then, that there could be an even better way of getting on top of your wellbeing: new…

In an age where being fit and healthy is the biggest trend for twenty-something year olds, older age groups too, can hope to fight fat and become fit. Even if you are in your forties, you still have enormous potential to remake your body,…

Squats are great for lower body workouts, because they work more than one muscle group. Depending how they are done, they can work the calves, the quads, hamstrings, and even target the thighs (when performing sumo squats or plié squats).…

Back Pain is one of the most common complaints of the modern life. We have a lifestyle, which is less than ideal for the health of our body. We sit in one position for long periods of time – in the office, at home, for work and…

Tennis elbow develops when the tendon which attaches your forearm to the muscles of the upper arm becomes damaged and swollen - the medical term for this is lateral epicondylitis or common extensor tendinopathy, as it affects the outside of…

Everyone agrees that exercise is good for you, and can have a great effect on your weight and fitness, but if, for some reason, you are not able to exercise, you can still improve your wellness and lose weight by following a number of…

Diabetes is a real health concern if it affects your wellness, but why let it get to that point? Why would you want to spend your life watching everything you eat and injecting yourself with insulin, when you could quite easily guard your…

Many runners have fantastic stamina and can put in the miles with little difficulty - however, most neglect to work on their strength training, which builds a strong core and helps with stretching. Often, people cite time as a reason for…

At the beginning of a Pilates class, have you started with breathing, moved on to lifting your leg up and down, gently mobilised your spine by rocking the pelvis back and forth, and couldn’t wait for the ‘real stuff’ to get started? The…

Exercise is becoming increasingly technical, with futuristic aids such as Drone swarms, and active skin monitoring set to join the current rash of heart and fitness monitors. Experts predict these advances will end exercise apathy, with…

So it seems that in this world, if there is something  we want, we have to work for it. Many people set about earning a living by making use of a working environment. There are an  innumerable amount of professions in which people of…

A new study has shown that the best way to ensure your teenager’s mental and emotional wellness is to ensure that they lead a healthy and active lifestyle. The study surveyed 2,400 children, and found that those who had a sedentary…

Every few years, a new fitness or exercise trend raises its head and receives a lot of attention. As often as not, the new system is a bit gimmicky and, like so many other fads, is quickly discarded when the next hot new thing comes along.…

Regular exercise can improve your overall fitness, health and even happiness … but not if you end up injuring yourself, or making yourself ill by doing it wrong. Here are some tips for getting the most from your exercise regime, and…

While a HIIT (High Intensity Interval Training) workout can deliver serious benefits for fitness fans, it can also mean serious muscle pain the next day, especially in your legs. However, there is an alternative - Speedflex. Speedflex…

Staying healthy in old age is both an art and a science. Genetics plays an important part in how you age, but you can also take specific actions to improve your health, as you get older. Medical research has provided useful information on…

Cardio exercise is a big part of many people’s fitness regime, and while there is a lot of benefit from regular cardio workouts, too much can have negative effects on your body in the long run. According to research published in an article…

Fitness trackers, such as Fitbit, are popular at the moment, but how accurate are they when it comes to exercise metrics? Fitbit, for instance, comes with a default of 10,000 steps per day (about five miles), so it might feel as if you’ve…

Exercise is a wonderful thing. Done right, it improves both your fitness and your mood, and ultimately helps you live a longer and healthier life. That said, many people discover the hard way that it’s all too easy to do yourself a physical…

Keeping fit doesn’t have to cost a fortune. If you can’t afford a gym, or can’t find time to go to one, keep up the momentum with great ideas at home that don’t cost much. Experts offer the following tips: RUN TO THE BEAT Create a…

Swimming is an ideal aerobic workout that helps you burn calories and improve your health. Whether you’re swimming in your gym pool to relax or participating in a swimming class, you can benefit from this exercise. A new study in Dallas,…

Did you know your body provides a number of general wellbeing indicators that could help alert you to potential future health issues? Here are the key body bio-markers that anyone can self-monitor to keep track of their health.  BODY FAT…

The summer season in the UK may be punctuated with grey skies, but if you're lucky enough to find some sunny periods then you'll want to be bikini ready. For many of us, this means eating better and upping our exercise, but it's not always…

Exercising isn’t just good for your body; it also increases your mental acuity by improving the flow of blood and oxygen to your brain. Studies have shown that the brain is more receptive and alert after an exercise session, and this can be…

When planning exercise goals and redefining your body image, lean, shapely and well-toned legs are sure to be near the top of most people’s wish list. So it’s fortunate that, in many ways, your legs are the easiest part of your body to…

A study by Japanese researchers published in the ‘ Journal of Sports Medicine’ shows that there isn’t much of a downside in exercising during rainy weather. You work harder and get colder in the rain conditions, but you also burn off a…

When you’re intent on maintaining your health and fitness, the last thing you want is for the sports drink you down after a gym session to damage your teeth.  Unfortunately, carbonated drinks often contain three different acids (carbonic,…

Walking is one of the most popular forms of exercise, but while your legs and lower body get a great workout, it’s easy to neglect your upper body and arms. Fortunately, it doesn’t have to be so - with just a bit of thought your regular…

Regular exercise is widely accepted as an excellent way to lose and control weight, and to stay fit and healthy. So does that mean the more exercise you do, the healthier you’ll get? Not necessarily, and especially not if you limit the…