I can’t believe that people actually buy this rubbish…..the first machine is the Horse Riding Fitness Ace Power……and there I thought nobody had been listening to my prayers! I dream daily of being able to ride a horse in my living room while I watch the TV! NOT! The Face-Trainer is another ridiculous piece of equipment that you definitely ... Read More »
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SKIN TIGHTENING AFTER WEIGHT LOSS
You’ve managed to lose all that excess weight, but now you need to firm up. This often happens when the weight is lost quickly, or when you get older. Here are a few tips to getting that firmer body we all dream of: -strength training for more defined and firmer muscles -improve your circulation by getting your body’s lymaphatic system ... Read More »
WHY SHOULD I EAT PROTEIN?
Protein is an important component of every cell in your body, and you hair and nails are mostly made of protein. Your body also uses protein to build and repair tissues, to make enzymes, hormones, and other body chemicals. Protein also serve as one of the body blocks for bones, muscles, cartilage, skin and blood. Excess protein can not be ... Read More »
ALWAYS WRAP YOUR SPRAINS AND STRAINS
A sprain has to do with a ligament that is stretched or torn , while a strain is to do with an injury of a muscle or tendon. The symptoms would be pain and swelling, so it will need to be iced, wrapped with an elastic compression bandage and kept t elevated when possible. In severe cases, surgery and/or extensive ... Read More »
DID YOU KNOW – MUSCLE RECOVERY?
Did you know that you need to allow time for the muscles to recover between sets? For general fitness you should leave about 30-90 seconds between sets and wait up to 2-5 minutes between sets for muscle strength and power. This way you are allowing the muscle energy stores to be replenished. Read More »
DISTANCE OR SPRINT?
Have you ever wonder why some people are just better at the 100m sprints than those who can run 10 000 metres? What is different in their physical make up that allows that? Apart from the srinters being more muscular, there is a fundamental difference within you that determines whether you a sprinter or a marathon runner. Many people believe ... Read More »
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