How To Form Lasting Habits.
Let me ask you something: Do you think about brushing your teeth in the morning? How about needing the motivation to get dressed? Or perhaps eating is where you hit a roadblock and need to watch motivational Youtube videos first? Of course, the answer to these questions would be ‘No.’ Why? Because each of these is a habit: something you don’t think about but simply do. The good news is that exercising, eating well, and other positive behaviours can become habits like the ones mentioned above. But you need the right strategies, so
Rest Days = Gains
We all know training is vital for building muscle, getting stronger, and becoming more athletic. Because of that, most people obsess over their training and seek ways to work out more frequently and push themselves more. But what if we were to tell you that real results come from recovery? Sure, your training is important, but your rest days bring the gains. Let’s discuss why that is. Why Training Non-Stop Is Not The Answer Have you ever heard the saying, “Stimulate, don’t annihilate.”? It means you should push yourself to some degree and create
Are you eating enough to get the results your after?
You may have heard this before - eating less is beneficial for your health, longevity, and well-being. In fact, certain cultures take this principal quite seriously. In Japan,2 a nation with one of the longest life expectancies at 84.3 years, have a rule called Hara Hachi bu. The teaching translates to eating until you are eight parts (out of ten) full. While caloric restriction can be helpful for the average person, eating too little isn’t great for everyone, especially those looking to optimise their athletic performance, build muscle, lose etc. Today’s post
Health, Fitness & Work Productivity
We all have our own reasons for working out, but most of us are familiar with the primary benefits of fitness including… ● Weight loss ● Muscle gain ● Physical functionality ● Improved bone mass However, it might surprise you how regular exercise can improve other areas of your life that you might not have expected, such as helping you perform better at work. Let us show you the 5 key reasons why fitness can help you in the workplace. 1. Mental Fitness Not only does working out strengthen your physical body, improving your muscles, bones and joints, it also has
Teen Nutrition + Training
Most teenagers don’t think twice about their nutrition and instead direct all their focus, dedication, and energy to training. We cannot deny that good training is essential for overall fitness success, but focusing on that alone will limit you and keep you from reaching your potential. How you fuel your body will play a crucial role in your athletic performance, training quality, and overall recovery. So, let’s go over the nutritional rules for fitness success in teenagers. Rule 1: Eat Enough Calories While adults often have to monitor their calorie intake to avoid unwanted
Mental Well-Being
Mental health includes our emotional, psychological and social well-being. It affects how we think, feel and act. It also helps determine how we handle stress, relate to others and make healthy choices. The following three points are areas of your life to focus on as a means of improving your mental wellness. Please note these points are not necessarily “solutions” and it’s vital to speak to your health practitioner if you are struggling with your mental health. 1. Diet “You are what you eat” is undoubtedly an overused saying people have passed around in
Stress and Strength Training
Learning to manage stress and paying attention to your mental health are two crucial keys in the formula for happiness, well-being, and fulfilment in life. While there are multiple ways of dealing with stress and maintaining your mental health, one activity that is proven again and again to make a difference, moving your body. Physical movement is in our DNA, making exercise a habit is one of the best ways to become more resilient to stress, feel better, and keep mental conditions at bay. Let’s review how strength training can help. It’s
Overcoming Gym Anxiety
The gym can be a scary place. Learning how to navigate it, perform exercises correctly, and use the gym equipment often takes time. Plus, add some social interactions, and you’ve got yourself the perfect recipe for gym anxiety. Luckily, overcoming these feelings isn’t that difficult. Let’s see what you what can help. Stop Overthinking It Overthinking is one of the worst things you could do because your mind is bound to come up with all sorts of negative scenarios. Give yourself enough time, and you will come up with dozens of
Weight Training For Teenage Athletes
Teenage athletes are often advised to stick with their sport, practice regularly, and not worry about anything else. This advise has validity, as consistent practice is important for developing the specific skills athletes need. However, just practicing your sport alone is often not enough. When done correctly, weight training is a valuable addition to a young athletes training routine and can assist in injury prevention, maintaining muscle balance and increasing overall performance in their chosen sport. The Importance of Weight Training for Teenage Athletes Weight training is beneficial for athletes because it: •
Sleep, Why It Is Vital For Overall Health
When it comes to sleep and the mind it can seem to be a double-edged sword, stress can cause us to have a lack of sleep, and a lack of sleep can cause stress. This article examines these rolls stress can play in our sleep patterns and how we can work towards a better stress sleep balance. A lack of sleep causing stress There are many reasons why we may find it difficult to sleep at night. Whilst the first thought that comes to mind may be stress, there a few other