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We readily accept these body modifications to be part of the preparation for the role without necessarily considering the potentially long-term physical and mental health consequences.
Many young women find the gym to be intimidating.
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‘Shy girl workouts’ are ideal for people who may find the gym intimidating, as they only use a small amount of space and minimal gym equipment.
Make sure you include a good warm-up.
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Aches, pain and injuries are often reasons people put off exercise.
Delayed onset muscle soreness – better known as DOMS – is a common experience for many who exercise.
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Sore muscles after a workout isn’t really a sign you’ve worked hard.
A lack of research means we still know very little about whether pre-workout supplements work.
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There’s little evidence that the ingredients in most of these supplements work at the small doses they’re normally taken.
It’s suggested nearly 80% of people give up on their new year resolutions by February.
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Adjusting your goals may be the best way to stay motivated in the long term.
Fear of being judged or thinking about how you compare to others are common problems.
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There are many reasons why people may feel intimidated, but that doesn’t have to stop you from working out.
Facilities should work with community sport organizations and their personnel to develop return to activity frameworks.
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You probably won’t need to train as much as Jakob Ingebrigtsen to get in shape.
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The amount of exercise you need to do depends on your training goals.
Walking is an easy exercise for everyone to do.
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But more intense exercises – such as weightlifting – are still important for health and fitness.
World Day for Physical Activity is April 6. Since the COVID-19 pandemic began, many peoples’ physical exercise routines have been disrupted.
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Research shows that the gaps in physical exercise have widened substantially between men and women, whites and non-whites, rich and poor and educated and less educated: especially during the pandemic.
The benefits of static stretching as part of a full warm-up before exercise seem to outweigh the disadvantages.
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Static stretching — stretching and holding muscles — was once an essential part of sports warm-ups, until studies suggested it reduced performance. New research shows it should be making a comeback.
If you’re getting bored of your usual fitness routine, there are many online options to try.
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The restrictions put in place during the COVID-19 pandemic have led to a boom in online fitness opportunities. Here’s what to look for in online classes.
During the pandemic, exercise classes and groups need to take social distancing guidelines into account.
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Your most important piece of exercise gear may be the friends you buddy up with to work out.
Fuelling before longer or more demanding workouts with carbs will provide the energy needed to keep moving.
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Our bodies need fuel both for exercise and recovery.
Exercise improves physical health, immunity, and can reduce fatigue.
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Exercise can improve mood and mental health, which may drop during the winter months.
Motivation can steadily fade over time.
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Focus on “being” an exerciser, instead of seeing exercise as something you “should” do.
Static stretching should be avoided before a workout.
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The truth about the pros and cons of stretching.
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Drinking coffee before exercising could make you run faster and lift heavier - if you’ve the right genes.
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Turns out taking antioxidant supplements after exercise doesn’t do much to help reduce muscle soreness after all.