Running is a popular and accessible sport that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. Whether you are looking to improve your health, compete in races, or simply enjoy the outdoors, running offers a great way to stay active and fit. However, like any physical activity, running requires a gradual progression from beginner to…
Specialize your warm-ups to get better results on your main sets.
Warming up before any physical activity is crucial for preparing the body for exercise and minimizing the risk of injury.
The warm-up before training might not be the most fun part of the workout. That might be why so many skips or shortens it down. However, as athletes or fitness enthusiasts, we all want to perform at our best and avoid injuries. Especially since they might sideline us for weeks or even months. One of…
Creating your own HIIT (High-Intensity Interval Training) workouts can be a great way to add variety to your fitness routine and keep yourself challenged. Here are some steps you can follow to create your own HIIT workouts: Links to relevant exercises to use in your HIIT workouts. Burpees Jumping jacks Mountain climb Final advice for…
High-Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) is a type of workout that alternates between intense bursts of activity and periods of rest or lower intensity. It has become popular due to its efficiency and effectiveness in improving cardiovascular health, burning fat, and building muscle. However, like any workout program, HIIT workouts have both advantages and disadvantages. Advantages…
CrossFit is a popular strength and conditioning program. It combines elements of weightlifting, gymnastics, and high-intensity interval training. Greg Glassman created it in 2000. Today it has grown into a global fitness phenomenon. The origin of CrossFit can be traced back to Glassman’s early years as a fitness trainer in California. Glassman was dissatisfied with…
What is CrossFit? And why is it so expensive? “I had to quit CrossFit because it was too expensive.” That was not the answer I was expecting when asking my former student how her workout was going. She had started with CrossFit just before she left our school. I was a little puzzled by this…