If you’re running a marathon this year but you’re not sure if you’re fully prepared or just want to brush up on your race day strategy, then these top 10 tips will surely put your mind at ease and ensure you’re ready to battle out each and every mile on race day. (more…)
Are you an Exercise Whiz Kid? Think you know all there is to know about the ins-and-outs of exercise? Why not put your knowledge to test and take part in our Exercise Whiz Quiz. You never know, you might even surprise yourself and learn a thing or two! So grab a pen and paper, mark down your answers and check them at the end. (more…)
That dreaded moment….your alarm goes off and it’s time to assess just how sore your muscles are from your workout the day before. DOMS (Delayed onset muscle soreness) can make you feel like you’ve been hit by a bus (Maybe a little dramatic?) and can typically last between 3-5 days. Keep reading to find out more about DOMS and how to help ease it a little. (more…)
It can be difficult to know what to get your loved ones this Christmas. If they are a fitness fanatic or you want to encourage them to enjoy fitness, then check out some of our top 5 festive fitness gifts below: (more…)
Your SkiFit class with Nadya Fairweather is designed to get you fit and ready for your upcoming ski holiday – or just in general! During this class you get a full-body workout, with special attention being paid to the lower body and the arms (quite essential bodyparts for skiing!) If you want to try some of the SkiFit moves at home, see Nadya demonstrating some favorites below: (more…)
Did you ever notice that some people seem to be very naturally slim or naturally slightly bigger? This isn’t your imagination. It’s true that a persons genes affect their body shapes. Keep reading to discover some more information about the three main body types and to see which one best describes you. (more…)
Do you dream of a flatter stomach? You’re not alone! According to research by Women’s Health62% of women are most self-conscious about their stomachs. Being overweight around your mid-section is also accompanied with health risks such as high blood pressure, high cholesterol and elevated insulin levels. This can result in many further health risks. Have a read of our advice below to help you achieve a healthier body and visually flatter stomach. (more…)
Sports bras offer more support during a workout as they help minimise movement during exercise. Quite shockingly breasts can move up to 12cm during exercise which can cause a variety of problems such as chafing, discomfort, and the dreaded sagging of your breasts (none of which make for an ideal situation!). (more…)
As a member of InstructorLive its very easy to take part in many of our classes with no equipment but investing in some at-home fitness equipment can also be beneficial.We’ve provided a list of what we think are the ‘Top Five Must-Have Home Workout Equipment’ that can help you take your workouts to the next level, add diversity to your fitness routine and make them more fun!