From the category archives:

Exercise

running

In winter most of us complain it’s too cold to exercise outdoors, then when summer comes round we find ourselves moaning it’s too hot!

If your motivation to exercise gets a bit flat-lined at this time of year, here are 8 of my best tips to help you stick with your workout routine, despite the hot weather:

1. Adjust your priorities
The simple fact is, if you truly value something, you’ll do it.

So, rather than putting working out as the last thing on your to-do list, make it one of your top priorities – this way you’ll find the time somehow. Click to Read More »»

rope-jumpingHow would you like a piece of exercise equipment, which sells for less than $20, can fit into any bag, the whole family can use it, it’s fun, and it improves your cardiovascular fitness while toning muscle all at the same time?

What is it? A jump rope of course!

What I love about skipping is you can burn an amazing amount of calories in just 15 to 20 minutes. Depending on how fast you jump, you could potentially burn off 5 to 15 calories per minute.

Rope jumping is also great for improving agility, balance and coordination. Click to Read More »»

energy

Do you often find your energy hitting rock bottom by mid-afternoon?

This is something many people struggle with, and frankly it ain’t much fun! You’ve deadlines to meet, and meetings to attend, and you’ve  certainly no time to crawl into bed for an afternoon snooze!

So, what’s the secret to boundless energy?

Unfortunately, there really is no secret. But, following a healthy diet and taking regular exercise will certainly be a huge help. Click to Read More »»

Are you striving to beat your personal best when exercising?

Many of us get into a rut of competing the same exercise workout week after week.

While any movement is better than nothing, if you really want to see results you need to step your routine up a notch!

Today’s challenge is to up the intensity of your current workout

There are a number of important ingredients for an effective workout. Here’s 3 of them:

#1 Consistency
If you’re going to see results in your effort to be healthier and lose weight, you need to be exercising regularly.

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Do you spend most of your day indoors?

With our busy lives it can be difficult to find time to exercise.

But, if you want to lose weight, be in a better mood, and have more energy, exercise is important!

So, can you find more time to exercise?

Today’s challenge is to take a short walk

Often we confuse ‘exercise’ with going to the gym. But, if you’re new to exercise, or slogging away at the gym just isn’t for you, walking is a great place to start.

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