Pounding the pavements is a great way to keep fit, sprint off the day’s frustrations, breathe in the fresh air, and take some ‘me’ time. But are you taking care of your feet properly? Each foot is made of a complex collection of bones, joints, soft tissue, and muscles. They let us stand upright and …
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What is the best home exercise machine for weight loss?
Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links which means I may get a small commission if you purchase a product after clicking on a link. This does not cost you anything. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. So you’ve decided you want to lose weight at home and want to buy some home fitness equipment …
How exercise can bring positive changes to your mental health
by Eric Silver Many people often find themselves in a slump, feeling depressed, unhappy, unmotivated, anxious, and stressed. When this is the case, a lot of people turn to therapy or even prescription medication to get them out of their slump. Sadly, these things are not always necessary. In many cases, a lot of these …
How to Strengthen Back Muscles and Prevent Injuries
Strengthening back muscles can prevent a lot of pain and injuries. Everyone who has experienced a backache knows how miserable it can make you. Regular exercises can ensure that your whole body works smoothly and healthy during everyday tasks like tying up shoes or cleaning the house. It is important to know what kind of …
5 Common Weightlifting Mistakes
Bodybuilding, weight training, and weightlifting… these are all terms for a style of exercise that takes time, dedication, consistency, and tons of effort. The benefits are numerous, and this is why so many people are catching on to this lifestyle. However, if you’re not completely educated on how to complete the most efficient workout, you …
How regular exercise can help with your migraines
If you’ve experienced migraine, the pain of it will be all too familiar. Migraines are a more severe form of a headache, classified by throbbing pain on one side of the head. They can occur with an aura (temporary sensory and vision disturbances) or without an aura. Around 70% of people who experience migraines will experience …
Best treadmills under £1000
Like any heavy-duty workout equipment, indoor exercise treadmills usually are quite an investment. That said, you don’t need to dilute your already stretched budget for a good quality treadmill, as there are machines that offer optimal features and can be found under £1000. We’ve created this concise buyer’s guide to help you pick the best …
Best Elliptical Machines under £500 – User’s Guide and Reviews
A sturdy elliptical machine is a must in every basic home gym, mainly if your fitness goals include weight loss and cardio exercising. While they usually excel at performance and quality, professional ellipticals can be very expensive and thus limit your gym budget severely. Focusing on the essential features, best-rated brands, and long-term customer satisfaction, we’ve …
Spin bike vs. regular exercise bike: What’s the difference and which one should you use?
by Sofia Alves Cardiovascular exercise is very important for our health, our general wellbeing, our longevity. And while any cardio is good for us, there is still a significant difference between types. Today we will be dealing with the spin bike vs. exercise bike debate. Both of these machines provide excellent cardiovascular exercise, but they …
Is Running Bad for Your Knees?
by Sofia Alves There is nothing like an early morning run to get your blood pumping and make you feel invigorated for the rest of your day. Running is great cardiovascular exercise, protecting and strengthening the heart. It also builds up the lower body, developing muscles and enabling you to push yourself further. For all …