The balance ball, or stability ball, was invented back in the 1960's. However, with all of the new fitness technology coming out nowadays, the effectiveness of this simple piece of equipment should not be overlooked! The balance ball can be used to target several muscle groups – arms, legs, ...

The ‘core’ is an important group of muscles at the centre of your body (imagine a box surrounding the middle of your body). The specific muscles that make up the core are mainly the rectus abdominis (‘abs’), transverse abdominis (the deepest internal core muscle that wraps around your sides and ...

With gym closures happening over the last few months in our country’s lockdowns, many of us have resorted to training at home. Training with your own bodyweight has become a necessity for very many people. With a small investment of a couple of pounds to buy some core sliders, (aka furniture ...

A strong core is the foundation of good balance and stability. It helps prevent falls and provides ample back support. In fact, you need better core strength in order to perform exercises or adopt exercises that engage the chest and midsection. It's always important to focus on building core ...

Building and gaining a strong core involves a combination of the right food and exercise. To strengthen and maintain your core, you should be training your upper and lower abs as well as your obliques. A variation of exercises focusing on these areas work different muscles of your core leading to ...

Your core is a lot more important than you probably give it credit for, yet it's abs-olutely (sorry, couldn't resist that) key in virtually every movement your physical body performs. It helps give you a solid posture, so you can for example, handle increasing amounts of weight in the gym, it helps ...

Ever wondered how yogis balance themselves in crazy positions? No it’s not that they possess super powers, it’s that they have super strong abdominals! Having strong and toned abs is important to a lot of us. Not only does a strong core look great but it supports our physical body in so many ways. ...

In the quest for peak fitness, enthusiasts explore unconventional methods, and one gaining traction mainly due to "The Iceman" Wim Hof, is morning ice baths. Beyond the freeze, these rituals pack benefits that can turbocharge your fitness journey. 1. Speedy Muscle Recovery ...

Embarking on a yoga retreat is an opportunity to deepen your practice, reconnect with yourself, and immerse yourself in the serenity of nature. As the world continues to buzz with its relentless pace, many are turning to yoga retreats as a haven of tranquility and rejuvenation. Whether you're a ...

There’s a lot to life aside from your job and paying bills. Sticking to your routine and considering your life miserable is one of the worst things you can do in your lifestyle which then escalates anxiety and depression. According to the stats, around 6.8 million people are affected by ...