Including stretching as part of a training programme is often the most neglected aspect of a complete workout. Read on to discover why it's so important and the do's and don't's of effective, safe, stretching. Why we should stretch There are two important reasons why we should stretch: To return the muscles to their pre-workout lengthTo increase our range of movement or flexibility, (developmental stretching) What are the benefits of…
Dance fitness is a fun and exciting way to get fit and healthy. Not only does it provide a great cardiovascular workout, but it also has many other benefits that make it a great choice for anyone looking to improve their overall health and well-being. One of the biggest benefits of dance fitness is that it improves coordination and balance. As you move to the music and follow the choreographed…
Les Mills BODYBALANCE Les Mills BODYBALANCE New Release #93 is out! This week we get to experience a good chunk of this brand new Les Mills BODYBALANCE release for the first time. I've been introducing it bit by bit because, frankly, physically this release feels a lot more challenging than #92. Plus, also transparently, I absolutely LOVED #92 and am finding it hard to let go of, especially that final…
The 5 Components Of Health-Related Fitness How fit are you? You might think that because you are a competent runner that you are physically fit, but actually, the industry standard for determining fitness levels covers a lot more than just cardiovascular ability. Take a look at the following five components of health-related fitness and see how you stack up: 1 - Body CompositionIf you were to have a professional fitness…
