Tag: fitness

Reasons Why Proper Workout Nutrition Is A Must

It is already a known fact that exercising is important to become healthy and have a longer life span. Research proves that exercising regularly can lower chances of premature death by 30%. Many also know that to be truly healthy, you need to have a proper diet. Nutrition and exercise go hand in hand, and for […]

9 Ways Your Personal Trainer Can Improve Your Motivation

Don’t we just all want to be those kinds of people that are obsessed with working out? They wake up each morning and they seem to only have one thing in mind, fitness. It is achievable but most people will need help in order to get into that headspace. That is where personal trainers come […]

The Fit Five! 5 Exercises To Keep You Mentally Healthy

Exercise or some sort of movement should be an integral part of everyone’s life. Unfortunately, people focus more on the physical health benefits of exercise but tend to forget there’s more that they can potentially gain from it. The mental health benefits of exercise are often underrated, but it is very much as important as […]

4 Common Health Issues That Marathon Runners May Experience

You’ve just finished your run, kicked off your shoes, and are having a quick breather on the couch before you get in the shower, then you start to feel a creeping pain in the soles of your feet and notice the onset of intestinal discomfort. Even though running is fantastic for your overall health and […]

Consider These Tips If Your Job Requires A Lot Of Walking

Walking can be a very rewarding form of exercise if you do not want to go to the gym or if you do not have time for rigorous exercise sessions. However, it can also be your chosen method of moving from one place to another if you do not have a vehicle, want to save […]

Should You Take Protein Shakes If You’re Not Working Out?

Protein shakes are popular – but are they that useful? Should you take protein shakes if you’re not working out? Today we’re going to briefly look at the ingredients and benefits of protein shakes, whether you should use them when you’re not working out, and the most important questions about protein shake use. Let’s get […]

One On One With Vegan Powerlifting Athlete & Trainer, Duane Van Staden 

Name: Duane Van Staden Age: 28 Height: 185 cm  Current weight: 114 kg  Current city: Johannesburg South Africa  Occupation: Gym owner & Coach  What made you get started with training and living a more healthy and fit lifestyle? I was looking for a sport that I could participate in as an individual. This way, I […]

Simple Reasons To Invest In Adjustable Dumbbells For Your Home Gym

Besides following a balanced diet, building muscle strength and effectively maintaining it is the key to a healthy and active lifestyle. To achieve this, one must indulge in exercises that involve dumbbells, among other equipment, helping to build robust muscle mass and bones. Invariably, an adjustable dumbbell set can come in extremely handy to enjoy […]

GEZARY MATUDA Motivation! 5x Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu World Champ

Gezary Matuda is a 5x Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu World Champ from Brazil but currently residing in Florida in the USA. Gezary is a professional Brazilian Jiu Jitsu fighter who loves training! Her social media is full of inspiring workouts, pictures and tips from what she does day to day and throughout her own training sessions!   […]

4 Ways To Break Out Of A Sedentary Lifestyle

Modern life is stationary. It doesn’t matter if you’re working at a desk all day, sitting watching the television at night, or doing any number of other life activities. 21st-century life is more sedentary than practically any other time in history. With so much time spent sitting around, it’s important to resist the tendency to […]