A triathlon can be a fantastic event to train for and to take part in. Some of my favourites in the past have been the Race to the Stones/King/Tower events. With preparation and a willingness to really focus there’s no reason why someone who already has a reasonable level of fitness (and who can both swim and ride a bike proficiently) can’t do really well and most of all enjoy taking part in a triathlon.
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If there is one thing that the media are fabulous at it is extending the truth (or fibbing altogether). Fitness is a hot topic and so many blogs, articles and more share falsehoods which can and will seriously affect your health and fitness journey. I explore three of these myths today.
There are so many fantastic ways to exercise yet few compare with hiking. Not only is this something you can do with the family, with friends or with a hiking group, it’s a really nice way to get the blood pumping outdoors while enjoying the fresh air. The downside, however, is that pesky knee problem many suffer with when hiking downhill.
You might be surprised by the many reasons people come up with for not working out, not being able to exercise, to commit to a healthier lifestyle. This post is about helping people recognise barriers (physical and mental) and push past them. In short, there’s no reason why you cannot exercise.
There have been many studies over the years regarding exercise and specifically how being more active may have a positive effect on your mood and your mental health. This is a huge topic however; the general consensus is that exercise can help you achieve a more positive mindset.
When you see people working out in magazines or on Instagram you quite often see people training alone, earphones in, eyes ahead, their face full of determination. Working alone has many benefits (certainly more than no working out at all) however working with a fitness buddy or a group offers more.
In January you set New Year resolutions or make plans. Monday is a new diet day. THIS month is the month. It’s easy to get motivated about things in the short term but longer term you might soon find that the novelty wears off and your enthusiastic promise to yourself to stay true to your health and fitness goals start to waver. If you want to stay motivated all year keep reading…
Goals, New Year Resolutions, whatever you want to call them, these top tips will help you meet your fitness targets head on and give you a much higher chance of success.
Powerlifts if done right can look effortless, they certainly do when you see those who have made their name within the athletics community pushing further that anyone else! The trick behind these effortless looking powerlifts isn’t luck or good fortune of any kind; it is hard work (and the right kind of work).
Your outdoor workouts and runs needn’t grind to a halt the second that autumn and winter hit. The dark morning and dark nights simply require additional precautions safety-wise and from a staying warm point of view, your training attire will need altering to suit the season.
When working on a fitness plan with clients I advise setting short term goals as well as long term ones. The end goal may be a few stones away for example and this may be demotivating at times. When it comes to successful weight loss even shorter goals are key to success. Those most successful on a weight loss journey are those who take it day by day and make small yet significant changes to their everyday habits.
Obstacle races were once upon a time something children did for fun and soldiers did for training. These days obstacle course racing (OCR) is a popular and involved fitness event which takes guts, training and a little bit of OCR know-how if you want to get to the end intact!Obstacle races were once upon a time something children did for fun and soldiers did for training.
It seems ridiculous that working "too hard" can be your downfall when you are trying to burn off stubborn fat. Think for a moment though; have you really pushed all of the boundaries, followed your diet to the calorie, increased your intensity across the board and yet still not managed to get rid of fat in those hard to burn, easy to see/feel places? It really might be that you are trying too hard.
Weight loss isn't the be all and end of all of being healthy and meeting training goals. The weight you see on the scales takes into account your fat certainly but also muscle and water (which makes up the majority) and therefore isn't necessarily the figure you want or need when working out your fat burning goals / plan of action! If you want to shift fat then you ned to be taking actions that will eliminate the excess fat, not training to lose weight. Yes you may lose some fat during a weight loss programme however not necessarily as much as you'd like as fat can be stubborn and doesn't like to be shed so easily.
One of the most demotivating times when working out and trying to lose weight is when you hit a plateau. This is where despite having seen great results to date your progress seems stuck at one place and even though you've been true to your routine and diet religiously you just can't seem to go any further. Some lose motivation and some out of sheer frustration start to backslide. It doesn't need to be that way though as you can reignite your fat loss after it stalls.
We all know that there are things that aren’t good for us and that perhaps we should avoid. Gorging on junk food is most definitely one of the big “you really mustn’t” items on the list when you are trying to increase your health, drop your weight and generally feel better about yourself. Chorleywood and the surrounding areas have their fair share of outlets selling junk food, not to mention what’s on offer in the supermarket so how are you expected to beat the temptation when your junk food cravings are so high?
This topic is huge, so I will focus on the basics. Why do we have cravings in the first place and is it bad to have cravings? Is it related to habit we created ourselves and/or is it sugar we crave? Above all, sugar is at least 5 times more addictive than cocaine so am I addicted to sugar? Whatever the situation, there are a few things that you can do if you want to get over those cravings and put a stop to your possible addiction.
Did you know that 90% of new gym users quit before they have reached their goals? Here are some tips to stay on track and reach your targets: 1) If your time is limited, stick to short, sharp workouts of 20-30 minutes with little rest in between exercises. 2) Get a workout partner. Push and motivate each other! 3) Keep your exercises varied. Don't allow yourself to get bored! 4) Don't push yourself too hard to begin with. It's unlikely you will see a noticeable change in the first month, but don't let that put you off training - persevere and slowly increase intensity.
10 Basic Tips for Marathon Race Day. The Marathon season is here. If you need tips to get you started, you’ve come to the right place. When is the London Marathon? The London Marathon is Sunday, April 13, 2014. Tips to Run your First Marathon 1) Stick to what you know...
Burn off Stubborn Belly Fat with these 5 Steps: Belly Fat is the biggest problem area for about 90% of people trying to lose fat, as its typically the last place it burns off… Not what you want to hear and it is even more frustrating, if you exercise regularly and eat a pretty healthy diet. So what can you do?