Why You Should Do Fartlek Training

Why You Should Do Fartlek Training

Apr 2, 2023 | Training

Fartlek is a Swedish word and roughly translated means ‘speed play’. Fartlek training involves varying the intensity or speed of your run to improve your fitness and endurance. Fartlek sessions are usually performed for a minimum of 45 minutes and intensity can vary...
Lower Back

Lower Back

Apr 2, 2023 | Muscle of the Month

There are three different groups of muscles that help the spine to function. These are: Extensors – these enable standing and lifting (such as the Erector Spinae). Flexors – these allow flexion, bending forward, lifting and arching of the lower back. Obliques – these...
Why You Should Do Drop Set Training

Why You Should Do Drop Set Training

Mar 2, 2023 | Training

A drop set is an advanced resistance training technique in which you focus on completing a set until failure — or the inability to do another repetition. Then, you lighten the load by 10–30%, and repeat, with little to no rest in between sets. WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS?...
Why You Should Do Interval Training

Why You Should Do Interval Training

Mar 2, 2023 | Training

It’s not as complicated as you might think. Interval training is simply alternating short bursts (example 30 seconds) of intense activity with longer intervals (example 1 to 2 minutes) of less intense activity. Whether you’re a novice exerciser or you’ve been...
Abdominals

Abdominals

Mar 2, 2023 | Muscle of the Month

RECTUS ABDOMINIS This is your “6-pack” muscle. This muscle is essential for maintaining good posture and is primarily responsible for flexing the lumbar spine. It also helps to regulate your breathing and plays a vital role in protecting your internal organs by...