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    How To Sport The New TS-ACTV8 Range On Your Next Adventure

    Looking for a new activewear look that will keep you looking and feeling your best? Look no further than TS-ACTV8 from Totalsports. These high-performance pieces are made with innovative technology and features to help you stay comfortable and confident on your next workout or adventure.

    READ MORE: Introducing the TS-ACTV8 Performance Training Gear by Totalsports

    TS-ACTV8 Storm Chaser Jacket

    The Women’s TS-ACTV8 Storm Chaser Jacket is the perfect outer layer for any activity. The water-resistant and windproof fabric will keep you dry and protected from the elements and the reflective details will help you stay visible in low-light conditions. Plus, the jacket is packed with features that will make your life easier, like heat-sealed zippers, 360˚ ventilation and a storm flap on the front.

    Key features:

    Waterproof technology

    Advanced wind resistant

    Reflective details

    Heat sealed zippers

    360˚ ventilation

    TS-ACTV8 Hyper Stride Black Tights

    These long tights are perfect for runners and other athletes who need a supportive and moisture-wicking pair of tights. The 360 reflective detail will keep you safe on your early morning or late night runs and the Power-Lite™ technology will help you stay cool and dry no matter how hard you’re working out.

    Key features:

    360 reflective detail for visibility in low-light conditions

    Power-Lite™ technology for moisture-wicking and cooling

    Quick-dry fabric

    Storage pockets

    Adjustable drawcord on waistband inner

    Gel gripper hem to keep tights in place

    Side zipper for easy access

    READ MORE: 23 *Stunning* Activewear Sets To Cop Now To Give Your Workout An Oomph

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    TS-ACTV8 Storm Chaser Black Jacket

    The TS-ACTV8 storm chaser is engineered for maximum performance, protection and comfort. Adventure awaits!

    TS – ACTV8 Hyper Stride Black Tights

    The TS-ACTV8 Hyper Stride Tights have 360 reflective detail, Power-Lite™ technology for ultimate moisture control, quick dry fabric and storage pockets. More

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    Power Shoes Now At Mr Price Sport 

    In an exciting collaboration with Mr Price Sport, Canadian-designed footwear brand, Power, brings its latest collection of lifestyle to high-performance athletic shoes directly to consumers in selected stores and online.

    Power has been producing athletic footwear globally since 1971, delivering a winning combination of style, technology, comfort and durability for athletes across all skill levels – from gentle walking to intense high-performance activities. With a strong retail and online presence in more than 25 countries, the brand is no stranger to South African consumers.

    Now, in an exciting collaboration with Mr Price Sport, Power brings its latest collection of lifestyle to high-performance athletic shoes directly to consumers in selected stores and online. This partnership ensures that South African sports enthusiasts can conveniently access the cutting-edge offerings from Power’s new collection, tailored to meet the demands of their active lifestyles.

    Power has been investing significantly in technical developments and expanding its running collection since 2010 to meet ever-changing consumer needs, coupled with the demand for advanced footwear technology and specialised support for various types of runners.

    The new range of Power high-performance athletic shoes at Mr Price Sport includes the Power XoRise+ and Power Plazma X500 performance shoes for both men and women, in designs that inspire movement, made of high-quality materials and durable synthetics.

    Power XoRise+

    The Power XoRise+ 500 Series is an excellent performance shoe for medium-distance running. It features a range of technologies that support foot stability, heel support, cushioning, and energy return, providing extreme comfort during even the most intense workouts. 

    With its highly responsive Cushion+ insole technology, this shoe offers explosive rebound, maximum energy and minimum weight, enabling you to run for extended periods with ease. The unique patented Tunnel System cushioning incorporated in the Power XoRise+ guarantees maximum shock absorption, enhanced comfort and reduced risk of injuries.

    Designed to make running effortless, the Power XoRise+ boasts a lightweight construction that allows you to move with agility and speed. Its advanced Tech Mesh upper ensures breathability and repels sweat from feet, while the active insoles keep your feet feeling fresh and comfortable even after hours of continuous activity.

    Finishing off the look is a rubberised forefront and heel with an anti-slip, rubberised outsole and a midsole made of ultralight TPE (thermoplastic elastomers) compound. 

    Power Plazma

    Also new at Mr Price Sport, the Power Plazma running shoe offers excellent value and is suited for long-distance running, practice sessions and regular exercise.

    The shoe’s Plazma Gel technology features a silicone pad placed on the heel, clearly visible from the side, below the X-shaped insole, and inside the shoe. This technology enhances cushioning during running, particularly under the heel, and offers a soft and comfortable feel while providing excellent support and exceptional impact absorption.

    The outsole of the Power Plazma running shoe is strategically designed to provide reliable traction on various surfaces, with rubber in areas that require the most contact with the ground, such as the toes and heels. The shoe features a lightweight foam EVA stable midsole that ensures a balanced combination of cushioning, shock absorption, stability, balance and responsiveness. An additional midsole is added under the arch area to enhance stability while running. 

    The upper section of the Power Plazma, crafted from breathable Tech-Mesh fabric, promotes proper airflow and ventilation to keep your feet cool and comfortable. It also snugly embraces the contours of your foot, with a heel structure that wraps around the ankle, providing support to the Achilles tendon and securing the heel in place for increased confidence during jogging. A reflective stripe on the forefoot offers visibility and safety during low-light or night-time running.

    Find the new range of Power footwear at selected Mr Price Sport stores or online at MRPsport.com More

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    A Look Inside Under Armour’s Journey To Compete Collection

    “It always seems impossible until it’s done,” the age-old adage rings true for athletes around the world. But what they rarely talk about is the epic journey that leads them from the realm of the impossible to the pinnacle of achievement. It’s a journey etched with relentless determination, endless training hours and an unwavering commitment – a journey marked by blood, sweat and tears, shaping the careers of athletes into greatness.

    Every athlete boasts a unique story, a personal measure of success and a distinct blend of grit. Yet, amidst these diverse tales, there is a common thread that binds them all together – the extraordinary journey to compete. It is within this journey that they strive to conquer, to exceed and to emerge as the epitome of athletic brilliance.

    The epitome of triumph

    Enter Under Armour Marathon Runner, Sharon Lokedi, the epitome of triumph, whose soaring victory in the 2022 New York Marathon broke records with an awe-inspiring time of 2:23:23. In a nail-biting finish, she outpaced Lonah Chemtai Salpeter of Israel (2:23:30) and reigning world champion Gotytom Gebreslase of Ethiopia by mere seconds. It’s worth noting that Lokedi and her partner, Under Armour, entered the race as underdogs, defying the odds to secure their place in the prestigious realm of marathon champions. On that unforgettable day, Lokedi not only etched her name in history but defined her very own journey!

    Beyond raw athleticism and tangible success, an athlete’s ‘Journey To Compete’ is an emotional voyage – a profound connection between heart and soul. It embodies countless hours of training, endless sacrifices and an unwavering determination to achieve greatness. Each step taken by an Under Armour athlete, each obstacle faced head-on and every victory celebrated carries a wave of emotion.

    Achieve the impossible

    Journey To Compete stands as a testament to the resilience of the human spirit. Athletes navigate through euphoric highs and heart-wrenching lows, experiencing elation, frustration, hope, happiness, excitement and perseverance. It’s an emotional athletic rollercoaster, fuelling the passion and dedication needed to surmount obstacles and attain the pinnacle of accomplishment – all while clad in the cutting-edge sportswear from the Journey to Compete collection. From professional swimmers to rugby players and footballers, the underlying purpose and drive of each athlete remain the same – to be the best, to perform at their highest level, to be surrounded by greatness and to achieve the impossible.

    Contrary to the media’s portrayal of overnight success stories, the journey of a thousand miles must begin with a single step and Under Armour takes pride in honouring each step – from the smallest victories to the grandest accolades.

    Welcome to the Journey to Compete

    Welcome to the captivating new collection, Journey to Compete, brought to you by Under Armour, a celebration and magnification of the essence of team sports and their relentless pursuit of triumph. Bursting with unity, this collection embodies the spirit of teamwork, unwavering perseverance and an undeniable hunger for victory. Each thread is carefully crafted, every fabric meticulously chosen – a tribute to the efforts that carve their paths to success.

    The essence of the new collection

    This collection captures the heart and soul of every athlete, paying homage to those who have stood at their starting blocks waiting to break their current seasonal record; walked onto the pitch ready to sing their national anthem, or scored that winning goal on a worldwide stage. It is the athletes who breathe life into this collection, making it shine with brilliance.

    The right support

    Compiled of vibrant colours that ignite the spirit when worn, this is a collection where ‘compression doesn’t compromise’. With features such as hook and loop adjustability, the HeatGear® Armour High Sports Bra is designed with the ability to adjust on the body to customise support, ensuring you will be feeling comfortable and supported no matter the time, distance or training method. Boasting spacer pad front panels for a breathable compression fit and a grippy waistband that provides athletes with a non-slip fit, this collection is made with elite athletes in mind allowing them to feel secure and locked in when training and performing at their best.

    Shop The ‘Journey To Compete’ Look

    HeatGear® Armour High Printed Sports Bra

    TriBase™ Reign 5 Training Shoes

    Knockout Tank

    UA Challenger Pro Printed Shorts

    UA HeatGear® Long Shorts

    Robyn Moodaly

    As a proud face of the collection, Under Armour Athlete and Professional Footballer, Robyn Moodaly knows best when it comes to understanding and identifying the needs of sportswomen and recognizing the key elements of what to look for in an apparel collection.

    “Personally, I look for specific qualities and features that enhance both my performance and comfort – on and off the field. In the Journey to Compete collection, I find that these requirements are fulfilled exceptionally well. Under Armour is known for its innovative apparel and this collection is no exception. When it comes to my needs, functionality and performance-enhancing features are important to me, especially when it comes to training. Flexibility and freedom of movement are things I like in my apparel as it allows me to perform at my best without any restrictions, all of which are met with this collection. Lastly, I value the collection’s attention to detail in design and aesthetics. Looking good and feeling confident in my sports gear really does have a positive impact on my mindset and overall performance,” she explains.

    As the Banyana Banyana and JBW Football Club star takes to the field it’s no surprise she puts her trust in the Journey To Compete collection as it meets all the requirements of being a highly innovative and ground-breaking apparel wear – it’s a future game-changer for the whole athletic apparel industry.

    As we take a bird’s eye view of the overall journey of one’s success story, it’s clear to see and understand how it transcends the final destination; it’s a celebration of all the moments in between that have paved the way to who and where these athletes are today.

    Tried and tested

    WH Features Editor Michelle October took the Journey To Compete collection for a spin – here’s how it went.

    The HeatGear® Armour High Sports Bra

    The gear has been thoughtfully created and perhaps none more so than the HeatGear® Armour High Sports Bra, with adjustable straps so you can really get the best fit for you. It also has a keyhole detail at the back that makes it easier to take off – something that’s notoriously difficult to do post-workout. After my workout, I found the bra surprisingly dry, which makes its moisture-wicking properties truly stand out. Plus, nothing moved while I was jumping around.

    The UA Challenger Pro Printed Shorts

    The bottoms came with a ribbed section that holds tight to your waist and won’t fall down during burpees and inchworms. I was really impressed by how well it held its own and how smooth it felt to workout in. Plus, the colours are just to die for, while still being really flattering to my shape.

    The UA Knockout Tank

    The UA Knockout tank is just that – a knockout when it comes to training. The material lies comfortably and is never in the way, thanks to the tailored fit. It also holds sweat really well, while the stylish black trim detail makes for a statement fit that feels good to wear. 

    Journey To Compete. Game-Changing Women’s Gear. Never Give Up. Never Hold Back. Get the gear you need to do whatever it takes for your team.

    Available in-store and online now. www.underarmour.co.za More

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    Can You Gain Weight In One Day? 11 Reasons Why The Scale Says You Gained Weight Overnight

    One day, you’re totally on track and making progress toward your weight-loss goal. The next, you step on the scale and you’re up two kilos. Naturally, you wonder: Can you gain weight in one day?

    No judgment—this is a confusing experience that happens to many people when they’re trying to lose weight. Below, the answers to all your questions about overnight weight gain. And rest assured, “your weight will fluctuate on a daily basis, but it doesn’t mean that your weight-loss strategy is failing,” says dietician Georgie Fear, author of Lean Habits for Lifelong Weight Loss.

    Can you gain weight in one day?

    To answer, let’s do some math: Gaining a single half-kilogram of fat requires consuming about 3,500 calories more than you burn off. So to gain, say, two kilos in a day, you’d have to eat nearly 18,000 calories more than you burned in just 24 hours. (Yeah, not happening.)

    On the other hand, gaining two kilos of water weight in a day is easy, Fear says. If you did one of a number of different things (see the list below!) the day or night before, “it’s not unusual to notice an increase in your weight of a few grams or kilos,” says registered dietitian Jessica Cording, author of The Little Book of Game-Changers. Again, Cording chalks most of this up to water weight. But, she says, “if you notice your weight continuing to trend upwards over time, this could indicate actual weight gain.”

    Meet the experts: Registered dietician Georgie Fear is the author of Lean Habits for Lifelong Weight Loss.

    Jessica Cording registered dietitian and the author of The Little Book of Game-Changers.

    Dr Julie Ellner is a weight-loss specialist.

    Dr Melody Covington is a weight-loss doctor

    Registered dietician Sonya Angelone is a spokeswoman for the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.

    How much can your weight fluctuate in one night?

    FWIW: There’s nothing that happens in your body overnight that magically makes you gain weight, says Sonya Angelone, spokeswoman for the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. “Your metabolism doesn’t stop, so you gain or lose ‘weight’ any time,” she says. And if you happen to eat more than usual on any given day, your body won’t suddenly make you gain weight overnight. “With a higher calorie day or two, metabolism increases to compensate, so fat won’t be immediately made and stored,” Angelone explains. “The opposite is true as well. If you under eat for a couple days, your metabolism will slow to compensate before losing weight.”So there’s really no hard-and-fast number, Angelone says. (Sorry!). The key thing is if your weight goes up seemingly overnight and sticks around for days, check your scale or call your doctor. But experts assure that a lot of overnight weight gain can be explained pretty easily.

    11 Reasons It Seems Like You Gained Weight In One Day

    You Hit The Gym Hard

    “After a heavy workout, especially if you perform big, compound movements that recruit a lot of large muscles, you can easily weigh a few extra kilos for several days,” Fear says.

    Those microscopic tears that occur in your muscle cells after every workout heal through a process of natural inflammation. That involves some pooling of fluids around the muscle cells, which can make you puff up, she says. This does not mean you should skip those calorie-torching strength moves. Just let your muscles recover and forget about the scale.

    You Tend To Drink A Lot of Alcohol In The Evening

    “Alcohol is dehydrating, which can lead to water retention that looks like weight gain on the scale,” Cording says. Try curbing your drinking for a few weeks and see how it impacts your weight loss and morning weight.

    You Consumed A Lot Of Salt

    “Excess sodium intake leads to immediate water weight gain,” says Dr Julie Ellner, weight-loss specialist. She says that can lead to swollen ankles and a belly bulge from swelling in your intestines. Apart from the water retention, munching on salty snacks can cause constipation, too.

    You’ve Started A High-Protein, Low-Carb Diet

    Fibre is critical to keeping your digestive system working its best. So when you miss out on fibre from whole grains, fruit and starchy vegetables, you’re bound to get backed up, says Dr. Ellner.

    “If you don’t go for several days, that internal traffic jam can translate to a couple pounds of retained matter,” adds Fear.

    While Dr Ellner recommends that anyone on a high-protein, low-carb diet take a fibre supplement to keep things moving, an even better option is to only reduce refined carbohydrates, like pasta and keep whole grains, veggies and fruit as part of your diet.

    You’re Dehydrated

    A lack of H2O throws your kidneys into “let’s conserve fluids” mode, says Fear. That leads to an increase in water weight once you start sipping, she adds. But don’t worry, after a few days of hydrating properly your kidneys will get back to normal, along with your weight.

    You Have A Food Intolerance

    An intolerance to foods like dairy, fructose, eggs, shellfish, gluten, artificial sweeteners, soy and many others can cause bloating and water retention, especially in your gut, says Dr Ellner. If you notice that you feel heavier or actually weigh more after eating certain foods, talk to your doctor or a registered dietitian before eliminating them.

    You’re About To Get Your Period

    You can thank your hormones for pre-period pounds, says Dr Ellner. (Though there are other reasons for period weight gain, too.) Everyone is different, but: “Some of my clients tell me they’re the heaviest on the first day of their period,” Dr Ellner says. The good news is that period-related water retention is short-lived, according to Fear.

    You Upped Your Carb Intake

    When you cut back on your carb intake, your body’s glycogen stores—its prime energy source for high-intensity exercise— become depleted. But as soon as you dive into some spaghetti, your body starts storing glycogen in your muscles and liver, along with H2O. The sudden influx of those two nutrients after a long stretch of being carb-free could leave you bloated, Fear says. The best solution: Include a moderate amount of whole-grain carbs in your diet daily to prevent the cycle of weight coming on and off.

    You Started New Medication

    Some medications can cause your body to retain water, according to Dr Melody Covington, a weight-loss doctor at Abundant Health and Vitality. Dr. Covington also says that certain medications can increase your appetite or reduce your metabolism and increase fat storage and she notes that weight gain is even more likely on medication that limits your ability to exercise or stay active.

    If a medication seems to be causing weight gain, Dr Covington recommends talking to your doctor and asking about alternatives or the possibility of reducing your dose. You can also work on making lifestyle changes that will promote weight loss, a healthy diet, or time for exercise.

    If your doctor thinks it’s appropriate, in some cases they may refer you to a bariatrician who specializes in the treatment and prevention of obesity-related diseases.

    You’re On A Diet That’s Too Restrictive

    If you drop too much weight or fat too fast or in a way that your body registers that something is wrong, it will try to store the fat that’s available more aggressively.

    “This is a survival response ingrained in our physiology. The brain does not understand ‘dieting’ but it understands fat loss very well and often if we diet incorrectly the brain interprets this as something unhealthy happening,” says Dr Covington. Storing fat is the body’s attempt to keep us safe, she adds.

    To avoid this, she recommends enlisting an expert that will help you create a healthy diet or assist you with your weight-loss goals, whether it’s a fitness trainer, dietitian, weight-loss doctor, or accountability partner. One easy place to start in terms of accountability is using a food-tracking app, adds Dr Covington.

    You’re Pregnant

    If you’re experiencing rapid weight gain especially while on a diet, you could be expecting, says Dr. Covington. “When I see rapid gain in someone with a solid weight management plan, we need to do a pregnancy test. There have been many surprises.” Take a pregnancy test just to be sure!

    This article was originally published on www.womenshealthmag.com More

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    Coffee And Lemon For Weight Loss? What To Know About The #LemonCoffee TikTok Trend

    When you hear about a weight loss trick that promises to help you shed kilos with little effort on your end, it’s understandable to have a healthy dose of scepticism. Case in point: the whole coffee and lemon weight loss hack.

    TikTok is blowing up with #LemonCoffee posts that feature people swearing that having lemon juice in black coffee can help you lose weight. (What they don’t claim is that it tastes good!)

    The process of making this is simple: You just squeeze lemon juice into a cup of black coffee daily and drink it to (allegedly) help you lose weight.

    Lemon coffee devotees don’t just claim the drink is a weight-loss aid, though—some also swear it will help with mood regulation and headaches, among other things. Still, weight loss is the focus angle here.

    Meet The Experts:

     Sonya Angelone, registered dietician, is a former spokeswoman for the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.

    Dr Mir Ali is a bariatric surgeon and medical director of MemorialCare Surgical Weight Loss Center at Orange Coast Medical Center.

    It’s important to note that weight is a personal thing and no one should make you feel like you need to lose some, whether it’s by drinking lemon coffee or some other method. But if the #LemonCoffee trick piqued your interest, we’re here to help.

    Does coffee alone help with weight loss?

    There is some data that suggests coffee may help with weight loss, but there are a ton of caveats. “It depends on the type of coffee you drink,” says registered dietician Sonya Angelone, a former spokeswoman for the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. While regular brewed coffee has about five calories a cup, extras like half and half, sugar and flavourings can jack up that calorie count quickly, she points out.

    “Some research has suggested that caffeinated coffee can slightly increase metabolic rate and help with weight loss,” Angelone says. “Other studies have shown that coffee—regular and decaf—can suppress hunger by increasing the feeling of fullness and leading to eating fewer calories at a meal.”

    But some of those perks require you drinking a lot of coffee—and that’s not necessarily a great idea (think: jitters). The FDA recommends having no more than 400 milligrams of caffeine a day, which is equivalent to four to five cups of coffee.

    On a more indirect level, though, the caffeine in coffee can also help you feel less tired, increasing the odds you’ll be more active and burn more calories, Angelone notes. There’s also this to consider: “Coffee has been shown to slightly increase fat burning during exercise when coffee is part of a pre-exercise routine,” says Angelone. That particular study was only on 15 men, however.

    All in all, coffee in and of itself is not a magic weight loss tool—it just may help give you a teensy boost when paired with other key weight loss efforts, such as making changes to your nutrition and strength training.

    Does lemon alone help with weight loss?

    Lemon water has become a buzzy drink in its own right, but there’s nothing about lemon itself that will help you to lose weight, Angelone says.

    “The best part of adding lemon to water is that it encourages drinking more fluids, which can help you feel fuller and eat less,” she says. And research has linked staying hydrated with weight loss. Worth noting: The same benefits aren’t true for lemonade, which has sugar and added calories, per Angelone.

    Benefits Of Lemon And Coffee For Weight Loss

    The experts we consulted don’t endorse this hack or even really think it works. “There is no scientific data to support this for weight loss,” says Dr Mir Ali, a bariatric surgeon. Angelone also says this really isn’t a thing. “There isn’t anything particularly magical about adding lemon juice to coffee that makes it a weight loss aid,” she says. “It doesn’t raise your metabolic rate to help burn calories faster.”

    Ali does note, though, that if you drink lemon coffee (which has very few calories) in place of a sugary or calorie-rich drink, it could potentially help simply because you’re ditching some extra calories. But having black coffee would achieve the same.

    Angelone agrees. “Most people drink sugar-ladened coffee drinks because they like the flavour in addition to needing a coffee or caffeine fix,” she says. “However, if adding lemon satisfies a need for flavoured coffee then it may help with weight loss because this beverage contains fewer calories.”

    As for those headache-curing claims made by lemon coffee TikTok devotees, there is some data to suggest that a certain level of caffeine could help with migraine headaches, but there’s nothing in there about lemon juice. It’s possible that there’s a link between coffee consumption and reduced depression, which some TikTokers also claim is a benefit of lemon coffee. But lemon juice isn’t included in that and the limited studies available are inconclusive for coffee alone too.

    Risks Of Drinking Lemon And Coffee For Weight Loss

    There are a few potential downsides to consider before you start squeezing lemon into your coffee. One is that it can be rough on your stomach.

    “People who are sensitive to acid might find that adding lemon to coffee increases reflux,” Angelone says. “But these people may also find just plain coffee too acidic.”

    All that lemon juice can also erode the enamel on your teeth if you have it consistently over time, Angelone says, leaving you with sensitivity and an increased risk of other dental issues.

    Finally, adding lemon to your coffee is a sure-fire way to mess with an otherwise enjoyable cup of coffee. If you actually like the taste of lemon in your coffee, more power to you. But just know that it’s unlikely to help you achieve the weight loss results you may be after.

    This article was first published in WomensHealthmag.com More

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    Connie Ferguson’s Favourite Strength Training Workouts

    When personal trainer Muzzi Zikalala first started training our July/August 2023 cover star Connie Ferguson, together with her close friends, the mandate was clear. Connie wanted muscle strength in her legs and upper body. “She already does boxing and skips regularly. Anyone who loves boxing needs to have muscle strength to be able to maintain a firm stand.”As a group, our focus at the moment is legs and butt,” says Zikalala. He adds: “The exercises vary. On some Saturdays, we focus on quads, glutes and calves and the next time we focus on hamstrings, glutes and calves. And on other days, it’s a round-off of everything.”

    READ MORE: Get Cover Star Connie Ferguson’s Look

    When it comes to exercise, and overall, fitness Zikalala says Connie’s mindset is already on point. “If we’re doing four sets, that’s exactly what she will do — even if it means taking a breather. But she never cheats an exercise,” he says. The point, he reiterates, is to always push past the pain point because that’s when muscles really start to get transformed.

    “The one thing I enjoy about training sis’ Connie is that she never rushes an exercise. She takes things slowly, which is how you attack muscles. The slower you do it, the more painful it is, the more it burns and the more beneficial it is.”

    Below, are some of the moves that Zikalala has curated as part of Connie’s strength training programme.

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    Fire Hydrants

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    Hip Thrusts

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    Leg Extensions With A Twist

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    Leg Press With A Twist

    (PS: this one almost always brings Connie to tears, warns Muzzi)

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    Squats With A Ten-Count Pause

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    Walking Lunges With Weights

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    Also Worth Noting

    When switching from a cardio-focused to a strength training programme, remember that it’s a different type of fitness altogether. “Fitness in its very nature is varied and wide. You could be a brilliant swimmer but struggle when you get to weight training because now you’re loading the weights on top of your own body weight. Because you’re now pushing with, probably, twice the force that you would when doing cardio,” says Zikalala. More

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    REVEALED: Planet Fitness’ Supercharge Sweat Is Heading To Fit Night Out! 

    To get ready for the best workout party in the country, we’re showing you all the magic the trainers will be bringing to Fit Night Out. The Supercharge Sweat with Planet Fitness promises to be a high-energy routine that you’ve never tried before. “It’s a fun, engaging, non-stop, low impact, high energy, calorie-guzzling exercise to music class,” says Ceri Hannan, head of product at Planet Fitness. At this class, you can expect music-driven moves that’ll keep you pumped up all the way through. 

    Why we’re loving Supercharge Sweat 

    This class is made exactly for group classes, using the vibe from the crowd as fuel to go harder. “When it comes to ‘classes for the masses’ The Supercharge Sweat class is perfect,” explains Hannan. “Doable choreography is the name of the game, set to music from musical theatre to Michael Jackson!’” And this workout has pumped up the crowd the world over, from Iceland to India to Times Square. “For me, the magic is all about making the participants feel like the real rockstars,” says Hannan. Ready to rock?

    What makes group classes so special 

    It’ll hold you accountable 

    Per a study in the Journal of Social Sciences, people gravitate towards the exercise behaviours of those around them. What that means? Working out in a group setting pushes you to work harder, since you’ll be with peers around you who are working hard, too. 

    There’s strength in numbers 

    When going it alone, you’re likely to stumble. But with a group supporting you, you’re more likely to push through and make it to the other side. Study after study shows that working out in group settings keeps you going for longer. 

    You’ll have fun 

    You’re more likely to be smiling your way through the workout, since you’re spending it in a group setting, with people around you. And Supercharge Sweat is going to be so much fun that you’ll forget how hard you’re working! 

    You’ll stay motivated 

    Last set of moves really getting to you? Being in a crowd setting pumps up your motivation – and positive vibes are infectious, permeating throughout the entire area, so everyone feels as good as the next person. 

    At Fit Night Out, we’re bringing tons of workouts from different forms of movement that’ll challenge and inspire you on your journey. “The magic of group exercise is super special and seeing thousands of people all connecting and moving as one is priceless,” says Hannan. Want in? Get your tickets to Fit Night Out right here!  More