10 Ways to live longer: the secret to longevity
The first person to live to 150 years old has supposedly already been born and that the first person to live to 1,000 will be born in the next two decades. Here are 10 things you can do right now to improve your chances of living a long and healthy life.
Female body types
Eight shapes, how to tell which is yours, and why your proportions decide far less than the internet says. Your frame is bone. What you build on it is up to you.
The super slow rep – Hit or miss?
I recently returned from a month-long trip to Spain. Whilst there i spent a good portion of my time trawling around the gyms and chatting with the locals about current health and fitness trends. The one that seemed most popular and that frequented most in conversation was “the super slow rep”.
Exercise - How much is too much?
Regular exercise boasts an incredible array or health benefits, but like most things in life when done in excess can lead to illness, exhaustion or worse.
Incinerate fat with High intensity interval training (HIIT).
The results of HIIT (high intensity interval training) is a revved up metabolism, more lean muscle and more fat burned in the 24 - 48 hours following exercise.
The best home exercise equipment for €100 or less
Forget the gym! Build superhuman strength, speed and fitness without stepping foot out of the comfort of your home with these 8 pieces of exercise equipment.
Male body types. What yours tells you.
Ectomorph, mesomorph and endomorph came from a man in 1940 who thought he could spot a criminal by his shoulders. Here's what your body type actually tells you, and what it doesn't.
How to choose the perfect workout buddy.
Don't fancy slogging it out companionless in the gym but aren't quite sure what to look for in a workout buddy? Before you hop into the hot seat with just anyone. Consider the following aspects to help find that perfect training partner.
Your essential guide to High-Intensity Circuit Training
High-intensity training is all the rage and it’s not at all surprising given the potential health benefits associated with it. But what is HICT and what should I expect? Here's everything you need to know!
10 Rookie mistakes that could be ruining your fitness results.
Fed up that despite your best efforts to exercise regularly and eat well, you've very little to show for it? If so, you could be making 1 or more of these 10 rookie mistakes that could be ruining your fitness results.
How to maximize your workouts
Tired of busting a gut at the gym only to see your waistline swell and your muscle mass decrease!? Despite your best efforts, it’s possible that you’re not getting the most out of your workouts.
Why you should forget the gym and exercise outdoors
While the gym does have it's perks, it simply can't compete with the variety, views and constantly changing environment of the great outdoors. Whether you're a newbie exerciser or a seasoned pro, the great outdoors has everything you need to get fit.
5 reasons you can't lose weight
In 95% of weight loss cases, it’s as simple as consuming fewer calories than you expend. Sounds easy, right? Unfortunately, too many of us despite our best efforts struggle to lose weight. If this sounds like you, you may well be committing one or more of these 5 common weight loss mistakes.
Beat The Heat | How to stay fit in summer
Keep in shape this summer without breaking a sweat with our top tips on how to optimise your workout and diet plan to keep you fit and healthy all summer long.
Alternative Ways to Get Fit
When trying to get fit, it’s essential to find something that you can genuinely enjoy and won’t consider a chore. Check out these 3 cool alternative ways to get fit and you'll never have to worry about stepping foot in a gym ever again.
6-week workout plan | Spring into shape
If the winter months have taken their toll on your motivation and physique, fear not. Spring is here and we've got the perfect 6-week fat burning workout plan to put a little spring back in your step!
Easy workout and nutrition tips for any hectic lifestyle
Thankfully getting fit and healthy doesn't necessarily require hours spent in the gym or vegan style dieting mentality. It's not a case of all or nothing, but making smart choices.
Why a slow and steady approach to your health and fitness goals always wins
You can’t be blamed for wanting to lose 21lbs in 21 days or to sculpt a 6 pack in 7 minutes or less. After all, It sells and it’s important to dream. However, anything that seems to good to be true, normally is. Here's why the slow and steady approach to your health and fitness goals will always win!
9 reasons you’re always tired!
With increasingly busy social lives, family commitments and work schedules, feeling tired at times is perfectly acceptable. If however, your fatigue is constantly getting the better of you, it may be time to make some lifestyle changes.