How stress and sleep affect your exercise performance
We’ve all had those days where our workout seems a whole lot harder than usual. You push yourself but it feels like there’s just no gas left in the tank....
31 March, 2020
An exercise physiologist’s guide to functional training
Have you heard of “functional training”? It’s all the rage right now, but what exactly is it and should you be doing it? We asked an exercise physiologist to break...
10 March, 2020
7 bodyweight exercises you can do at home this festive season
Bodyweight exercises are a great way to stay in shape over Christmas. They're effective, don't require equipment and you can do them anywhere, making them a perfect solution for the...
16 December, 2019
Everything you need to know about foam rolling
If you’ve visited a gym recently, you’ve probably seen someone rolling around on a large piece of foam. Foam rollers are often cylindrical-shaped and sometimes have bumps and unusual shapes...
05 December, 2019
Walk this way – An exercise physiologists guide to walking!
You can tell a lot by how someone struts their stuff. You can tell their mood by the skip in their step and if you are really being observant, you...
28 November, 2019
How to train for an ultra marathon
Running a marathon is a huge accomplishment in itself, and taking the step up to ultra-running is a decision not to be taken lightly. We asked an exercise scientist for...
19 September, 2019
Are squats bad for your knees?
There’s no shortage of myths out there when it comes to exercise. Many have been busted, but there’s one that simply refuses to die; “squats are bad for your knees”. But...
16 September, 2019
What exactly is an Exercise Scientist?
You might’ve heard the term “exercise scientist” thrown around. Maybe you’ve seen one in your gym or heard about one in the news… But do you actually know what they...
15 August, 2019
Strength Training for Inflammatory Conditions
I firmly believe that quality strength training is an absolute must for ALL populations. This view is generally supported by anecdotal evidence and an ever-growing body of research. However, there’s...
12 August, 2019
Core exercises are about more than just your abs
You probably know that core strength is important. But did you know your core is much more than just your abs? So, what muscles make up your core and what...
08 August, 2019