Gym intimidation feels brutal, but the audience is imaginary. Here’s how to feel less intimidated at the gym: the spotlight-effect science, plus 6 real fixes. You’re mid-set, and you catch someone glance in your direction. Instantly you’re sure: they saw your form wobble, they’re judging the weight you picked, they know you don’t really belong …
In every gym, you’ll hear two types of sounds: People working hard The unmistakable boom of someone slamming weights The first one? We love. The second one? Not so much. Slammed weights aren’t just loud or disruptive, they actually damage equipment, shorten its lifespan, and create safety hazards for other members. Here’s the real reason …
For years we have been told the best way to get fitter and stronger is to lift something heavy, whether that’s a barbell or our own bodyweight. What if how we put it down was just as important? We all love a power move, such as running, jumping, throwing balls, swinging kettlebells or scaling walls. …
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Time is a finite resource. If you’re going to spend it in the gym, chances are you want to optimise your investment by doing the best exercises for your fitness goals; building strength, managing weight, improving mobility or otherwise. The phrase “best” is subjective in this context – everybody is playing a different hand based …
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Muscle strength is crucial for good health, particularly as you get older. But muscle naturally deteriorates with age, and as people in the U.S. live longer, doctors are increasingly aware of issues related to the gradual loss of muscle function, called sarcopenia. The condition tends to accelerate after age 60, leading to a higher risk …
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Let’s be honest shall we ,the idea that a single installation can revolutionise the gym industry is an oversimplification. While technological advancements and innovative fitness spaces are transforming the landscape, a holistic approach is needed for meaningful change. This includes addressing issues like personalised guidance, accessibility, and mental well-being alongside technological upgrades. Holistic Approach: The …
Physical fitness is crucial for overall health and well-being, offering numerous benefits across physical, mental, and emotional domains. Regular exercise and physical activity reduce the risk of chronic diseases, improve mood and sleep quality, and enhance cognitive function. Fitness also plays a vital role in managing weight, building stronger bones and muscles, and increasing energy …
Turning your walk around can burn more calories, boost your mental health, and improve your posture Walking backward (aka retro walking) is the latest social media workout obsession. Online sources claim you’ll get a better calorie burn and even boost your mental health by going in reverse. But is this exercise trend worth your time …
Ever wonder why, despite all your efforts, you’re not seeing the results you crave? You’re not alone. Most people in their 40’s, 50’s and 60’s aren’t getting the results they want from their current exercise routines. Whether you want to look good, feel great, lose fat, tone up, improve heart health, gain strength, boost your metabolism, …
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An example of an EMOM (Every Minute On the Minute) workout would be: 10-minute EMOM of Deadlifts: First minute, perform 8 reps of deadlifts with a moderate weight Second minute, perform 6 reps of deadlifts with an increased weight Third minute, perform 4 reps of deadlifts with a heavy weight Repeat this pattern for the …
Technology has changed the fitness landscape. Since the introduction of the original FitBit, which brought fitness technology to everyone — not just those distance runners with their Garmin watches — it’s been hard to imagine a world without fitness tech. Whether you track your runs and rides on Strava, regularly use a heart rate monitor, …
Olympic champion Sarah Lindsay shares her tried-and-tested formula Sarah Lindsay “really doesn’t like doing loads of sit-ups”. That may seem hard to believe, looking at her uber-toned middle – but the three-time Olympic speed skater believes core strength is built elsewhere in the body. While the bid for a summer six-pack may leave most of us blasting through crunches …
Current science suggests that chrono-activity or adjusting our regimes to suit our body clocks, plus short, sharp workouts, are the key to a beneficial exercise routine Thousands of us have started 2023 with new exercise programmes promising to get us fit, muscle-bound and slim. But the latest Science Of Chrono-Exercise (sometimes called chrono-activity) suggests that …
The secret to getting more out of exercise? It’s not what you do – it’s when you do it Read More »
A.I. fitness trainers are here, at a fraction of the price of human coaching. But how useful are they? Hiring a personal trainer is one of the best ways to stay consistent with your workout, push your limits and try new things. But it often costs between £30 to £100 a session, and getting to …
For two years, Steph Gaudreau gave up her daily cup of coffee. She switched to large mugs of herbal tea – not because caffeine was affecting her sleep or making her anxious, but to gain an edge in cross-country mountain bike racing. Hoping to enhance the effect of caffeine as a performance aid, Gaudreau, who …
Gyms have roared back since the pandemic — so much so that faltering new year’s resolutions and an economic downturn might not hit so hard. Struggling to find a space at that reformer pilates or spin class? Just wait a little bit longer. As new year’s resolutions crumble and Dry January gives way to after-work …
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We’ve all heard that cardio is good for longevity – but now new research is showing strength training could add years to your life. Everyone knows that exercise is one of the best things you can do for your health. But just how much we should be doing – and what type of exercise is …
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Forget the penance-puritanical approach – taking it slowly is the new fitness trend that’s said to have enormous positive effects… The exercise addict’s soundbite, ‘no pain no gain’ turns out to be something of a big, fat lie. It seems that ‘no pain, a considerable raft of benefits’ is closer to the truth (although less …
It can be tempting to step on the scale following a week of intense workouts at the gym to check whether you’ve gained any muscle – but chances are, you haven’t. In reality, building muscle doesn’t happen overnight – and it requires significant work and commitment to see results. Noticeably, substantial muscle gain is more …
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