Tag Archives: fitness
Surviving the festive season
We have officially hit the festive season! For many, the Christmas period is a time filled with parties and other social gatherings, which often involve lots of food and alcohol, including Christmas Day itself! It’s not surprising then, that research…
Balls of fire workout
The swiss ball and medicine ball are common pieces of equipment in most gyms these days. But I find that many people are stuck on ideas on how to use them. Below is a great workout that will get your…
Exercise with a fun purpose
Lifting weights for hours each day is pretty easy for me. Not easy in terms of actually doing it (sometimes it takes my whole physical and mental strength to get the work done) but in just getting myself in to…
Top workout songs of 2014
Like most people, I love listening to music while I train. During my powerlifting sessions, I listen to a lot of rap and metal music. However, in my general weight training sessions and cardio sessions I listen to more pop,…
Medicine ball madness
Medicine balls are a great piece of equipment. At home or in the gym, you can use a medicine ball to create an awesome intense cardio/conditioning session! Try this one out for yourself. 5 rounds: 10 slams 10 swings 10…
Prehab: Staying mobile and injury free
The word ‘prehab’ may sound like something reserved only for athletes, but it’s actually something everyone should be doing – regardless of your training goals or fitness levels. To me, prehab incorporates stretching, foam rolling, trigger point work (such as…