Exercise plays a crucial role in blood sugar management for people with diabetes. But, strength training in particular can be more effective than aerobic exercise. Get to know how strength training for diabetes is beneficial! The benefits of exercise for a fit body and mind exist for people at all ages and stages of life. […]
Maintaining physical fitness, sharpness, and emotional well-being are all crucial aspects of healthy ageing. Try these strength training and flexibility exercises as part of anti-ageing workouts. As people age, decreasing physical activity can lead to weight gain, high blood sugar, cholesterol problems, and osteoarthritis. Ageing can also cause a natural reduction in bone density, flexibility, […]
Low heart rate training is training your heart to beat at a normal pace while you workout. Read on to know the benefits of this technique While you might think that it is normal for your heart to be racing while exercising, it might not be so. Low heart rate training is your way to […]
Circuit training is a combination of multiple exercises, targeting different muscle groups. It comes with a host of benefits such as better heart and lung health. Circuit training is about a combination as well as quick rotation of a series of different exercises, targeting different muscle groups. About six to ten exercises are clubbed into […]
You may not achieve your weight loss goals if you don’t strength train. If you have been making this mistake, try including these 9 dumbbell exercises for weight loss. If weight loss is on your mind, don’t underestimate the power of strength training. It can be just as important as including a high-octane cardio session […]
Entering the menopause stage means changes in your body, including loss of muscle mass. That’s why strength training is good for menopause symptoms. Menopause is a phase in woman’s life when she goes through 12 missed periods in a row. It is an important transition for every woman of reproductive age as she moves into […]
If you are trying to lose weight, you cannot skip strength training! Here are the 10 best strength training exercises for weight loss and burn calories effectively. When it comes to dropping those extra kilos, we often hear about the benefits of high-intensity interval training (HIIT) and cardio workouts. But let us not forget about […]
Dumbbells are the best friend of fitness enthusiasts when it comes to building strength, muscles and more. So, check out this list of the best 20 kg dumbbell sets. Dumbbells are one of the most important fitness equipment when it comes to strength building. If you are someone who wants to level up their fitness […]
If you need another reason to make this the year you start lifting weights, experts say it could help your performance outside of the gym, too. From helping you lose weight to improving your mood, boosting your energy levels and, of course, making you stronger: there are many well-known …
Chris Hemsworth’s trainer and best mate Luke Zocchi chats about how to keep your fitness over the festive season and shares what he’s learnt while working out with a lot of famous (fitness) faces. WANT MORE FROM LUKE? Find Luke’s workouts on the Centr app here or . Catch him at …
Sprinting is not just an activity confined to the world of elite track and field athletes. Regardless of your athletic pedigree, integrating sprinting into your fitness regimen can help build speed, power, endurance, and cardiovascular health. In this article, we’ll delve into the myriad benefits of sprinting and lay out a beginner-friendly sprinting …
In the vast world of strength training, periodization stands as a beacon for those looking to optimize their training and see consistent results. Among various periodization methods, Linear Periodization (LP) is perhaps the most straightforward and commonly used, especially for those starting out. Let’s unpack what Linear Periodization is, its benefits, and how …
With the increasing number of wearable devices, it is easier than ever to effectively track your heart rate and use that information to create an individualized training program based on your goals. While many apps will calculate your individualized heart rate zones, the standard formula of determining your maximum heart rate is …
Go hard or go home. No pain no gain. All of our favorite mottos encourage us to lift the heaviest weights we can possibly lift, day in and day out. But is training to failure even necessary? Do we really have to be training at 100% intensity or Rate of Perceived …
Wanting to hear one quick tip to revolutionize your workout routine? Wanting to learn how to lose 10 pounds of body fat in one week? Promises like these are not only misleading but can even be dangerous to your training regimen. Your training sessions don’t have to be anything special, as more minimalist strategies …
Let's take a trip back in time. How far? Back before the gym was cluttered with dudes with camera crews, and stick figure lifters who strain harder for a selfie than they do during a set of squats.Back then, before the … [Read More...]