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I recently had the most epic active holiday. I’m talking bucket list stuff here: paddling the great Gariep River (aka Orange River), camping along its breathtaking banks, sleeping under an explosion of stars. It was everything. And now I can’t quite imagine planning a trip that doesn’t include a game of chicken with a rapid […] More
Fast-twitch muscles are larger and denser than slow-twitch muscles and can generate more force and power with quicker response times. They’re the ones used during anaerobic workouts like HIIT, heavy lifting, and plyometrics. “The larger and denser your muscles are, the more ATP required, which means a higher level of calorie burn,” says Proniewych. Doing workouts that require […] More
Spoiler alert: There is no fast track to a six-pack or muscle definition in your midsection. But fear not, that’s not to say you should cross it off your list of fitness goals at together. On the contrary, it just means you have to set a high bar for yourself á la Halle Berry and be smart and consistent […] More
You probably already know that if you don’t warm up before your workout, you could be setting yourself up for injury. But did you know that you warm-up can have as much of an impact? Case in point: doing a quick little leg stretch before you run doesn’t cut it. A study review presented to […] More
Hip conditioning isn’t sexy — but it is essential. This is especially true for women, as your hips are an integral part of your powerhouse, the lumbo pelvic hip complex (LPHC). The LPHC is the largest joint in the body; it’s responsible for initiating so many movements, both in and outside of the gym — […] More
Running and jumping are surefire ways to get your heart rate going, but high-impact cardio workouts like these can also put a ton of stress on the body, which is why fitness pros suggest taking 48-hour breaks between high-intensity, high-impact workouts, or roughly two to three times per week. “If you train using high impact regularly, adding some […] More
So, awkward question… How are those New Year’s resolutions coming along? If your answer is somewhere between “not so great” and “distant memory”, you’re not alone. According to U.S. News, approximately 80% of resolutions fail by the second week of February. And with the year that was January finally behind us, the clock is ticking. […] More
Learning how to lose fat and gain muscle at the same time isn’t easy. But according to experts it can be done — and, what’s more, it’s actually more beneficial and sustainable for your body in the long run. Phil Catudal, personal trainer and nutrition expert, can speak to this. “It’s called body recomposition, and […] More
