Regular physical activity is an essential component of a healthy lifestyle. Exercise has numerous benefits, including improved cardiovascular health, better mood, and reduced risk of chronic diseases. However, many people are often curious about how many calories they burn during different types of exercises. The type of exercise you do decides the number of calories…

If you’re thinking about studying a fitness course, one of the first choices you’ll need to make is whether to complete the qualification online or on campus. Whilst the outcome will usually be the same across both study methods, there are some differences between the two, as we’ll explain in this article. When making this…

  TYPE 1 DIABETES? EXERCISE IS STILL MEDICINE You have probably heard of diabetes (most likely type 2) and know that it is often caused by a combination of genetic factors along with poor diet and insufficient activity levels. Therefore, most people are aware that exercise is beneficial for a type 2 diabetic. What many…

There are two main classifications of exercises: compound exercises and isolation exercises. In this post, we will cover exactly what a compound exercise is. A compound exercise is one that uses multiple muscle groups at the same time to perform a movement. A good example of a compound exercise is the squat; it uses many…

t’s time to say goodbye to the outdated notion that pregnancy is a time when women should avoid physical activity at all costs. As we enter the 21st century, we’re realising that pregnancy is a natural and normal condition, and that functional physical activity should actually be encouraged. Let’s dive in and explore how pregnancy…

As you get older, there are more and more reasons to slow down and become sedentary. Perhaps it’s due to loss of stamina, pain problems, weight gain, health problems, fear of falling, or simply thinking it’s too late and there is no point. Whatever the reason, some level of exercise can and should be incorporated…

You’ve probably heard it countless times from your non-running family and friends: “Isn’t all that running going to ruin your knees?” And if you’ve only been able to muster a half-hearted “I hope not,” while secretly wanting to throw your Garmin at them, I’m here to add some fuel to your fire. With all that…

Higher Antibody Count   A new study by Glasgow Caledonian University found that a person who is active is 50% more likely to have higher antibodies after a vaccine, in comparison to someone who is inactive. Though having higher antibodies does not make you completely immune to COVID-19, a 2020 research has shown that antibody…

Have you noticed how your eating habits change the day after a bad night’s sleep? Chances are, you feel hungry often and reach for sweet, starchy, comfort food more than usual. This is not just an emotional response but is actually backed by science. Lack of sleep causes leptin (which tells your body when you’re…

What is health? ccording to the World Health Organization, an individual can be called healthy when they have attained complete physical, mental, and social well-being. This doesn’t mean the absence of illness or disease only. It is a holistic perspective that not just considers physical fitness but also other factors, such as quality of life…