RUNNING AS AN EXERCISE
I decided when I wanted to start weight training again after many years that I also wanted to do a cardio type of exercise along side it. So I first decided to look at running. Running is it good for you as an exercise or can it be bad for your knees and hips. I have heard different stories of how running can damage your knees and hips. Is it true or just stories, well lets se if we can find out. Read more »
ROWING AS AN EXERCISE
Now we all know that rowing is a sport, in fact it is one of the oldest Olympic sports and when you look at any rowing teams they all look fit and healthy. So is rowing using a rowing machine a good exercise to have in our training programs.
The thing about squats is that most people that start out exercising with weights don’t realise how important this exercise is for muscle building. Squats really are one of the best overall muscle building exercises that you can do in your workout routine. Read more »
Why are my muscles sore after a workout ? My muscles aren’t sore, so did I not workout hard enough? What causes muscles to be sore the day after a workout? All questions that I am going to attempt to answer, there are always different answers to questions based on different peoples experience. Read more »
THE MIGHTY ABS
The abdominal muscles often referred to as the abs, that worshipped six pack. I don’t know about you but I find it difficult with these muscles and I am determined to find out why. Read more »
WHAT IS PLYOMETRICS
To put a basic spin on this system of training Plyometric exercises are like adding an extra movement to a normal exercise, a movement that is fast and powerful. To change a squat into a plyometric squat, at the top of the squat you would perform a jump so your whole body leaves the floor, when you land you lower down into your normal squat and repeat. Read more »
No matter if you prefer the tranquility of yoga class or the challenge of trail running, when you participate in physical activity on a regular basis you will experience positive effects on both your health and well being. Here are ten reasons why.
THE WAY TO BURN FAT
This is the big one FAT nobody wants it and we all want to know how to get rid of it and fast. We want to burn that fat and be lean and healthy. So can we become successful fat burners ? or are we stuck with the fat. Read more »
We would all like to burn fat and build muscle at the same time or at least tone our muscles at the same time. We would all like to have a trim, toned body. There are many methods of working out and different things work for different people. Read more »
Why do we bother, do we really need to exercise regularly or is it all just a waste of time. First off, it is not a waste of time. Exercise is about more than just keeping fit and healthy, it is a contributor to being healthy but not the be all and end all of our health. Exercise gives us more than fitness alone it gives us strength, power, confidence and well being. Read more »
WHAT IS IT ?
Lets look at a method of training called interval training. I don’t know if you have heard of this before, but here I will explain what it’s all about. So read on…
ABS AND FAT BURN
Remember back at the end of April in a post named Abs I spoke about how my abs were developing well, but they were covered in a layer of fat. I could feel them but not see them. So I wanted to see if there was anything out there that would cut through the BS and deliver the goods. How did I do ? Read more »
SUMMARY OF EXERCISES
This is to summarize the last six posts that have explained the basic exercises for working out all the major muscle groups. I hope you enjoyed the series. These are the exercises that I started with a few months ago for my exercise training. For the first few weeks I used household items as my weights which was fine. Then I invested in a set of basic free weights and a basic exercise bench with a barbell stand and leg extension fitting. I am now well into my training and enjoying every workout. Read more »
