Physical Activity and Health
Six Habits to Prevent a Cold
Regular physical activity, a diet rich in antioxidants and probiotics and good hand hygiene can all help boost your immune system.
5 habits for a healthy brain
Learning new skills, staying physically active and eating a balanced diet all help to promote brain health.
Walking vs running: which one is better?
Walking delivers more benefits because it requires no technique or endurance and is a low-impact exercise.
That said, you should walk for at least 30 minutes and at a brisk pace.
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Caminar o correr, ¿qué es preferible? Blog Impulso Vital. Fundación Española del Corazón.
Learn how to calm your mind
- Focus on what you can achieve (not on the bad things that might or might not happen)
- Surround yourself with positive people who add to your life
- Don’t procrastinate (stop thinking about it and get things done now).
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Why is it better to exercise in the morning than in the afternoon?
According to recent studies, it releases mood-boosting endorphins early in the morning, burns more calories (even after exercising), and promotes a good night’s sleep.
If you have trouble sleeping…
If you have trouble sleeping or wake up in the middle of the night, try the 4-7-8 technique: breathe in through your nose for a count of 4, hold your breath for a count of 7 seconds and breathe out through your nose for a count of 8. Repeat as many sets as you need.
Traditional remedies (that work) to treat and prevent a sore throat
Speaking less, avoiding coffee and drinking more water can help a sore throat.
A tickly throat, pain on swallowing and talking, a hoarse voice… These symptoms appear when the pharynx is irritated, usually because of a viral infection.
Pharyngitis is a mild condition that lasts a few days, c […]
Why we retain fluid and how to avoid swelling in our legs and feet
Too much salt and a sedentary lifestyle can hinder circulation in our lower body.
Menopause, menstruation, and constipation are risk factors for fluid retention. These factors, together with a routine of inactivity, a poor diet, and hormonal changes, can be some of the main things that affect […]
What every woman should know about breast cancer
For World Breast Cancer Day, we are reviewing early detection tests.
Despite being the most common cancer in women around the world, early detection and the latest therapies have dramatically increased survival and recovery rates.
On the occasion of World Breast Cancer Day (October 19), we co […]
The secrets to heart health that cardiologists want you to know
To celebrate World Heart Day (September 29th), we share the essential routines for keeping your heart healthy, according to experts.
8 healthy habits for your heart
- Cholesterol under control: less than 200 mg/dl is the best. Maintaining this level, we avoid the formation of atheromatous pl […]
Strengthen your ankles to prevent sprains
Diet, exercise and sleep are key to reducing the risk of sprains.
A sprain occurs when the ligaments (bands of tissue that join two bones together) in a joint are overstretched or torn.
Ankle sprains are the most frequent type of sprain and common symptoms are pain and swelling. They usually […]
What is Fell Running?
Off-road running is a difficult, yet highly gratifying activity. Do you dare?
El term Fell Running is also known as ‘hill running’. In other words, training in the middle of nature, away from the asphalt, while jumping rocks or crossing rivers. It’s a demanding challenge, but also an adrenalin […]
Paddle surf, the popular aquatic sport
Fun, easy to learn and very complete on a muscle level. Let us tell you why this sport is the summer sensation
Paddle surf is gaining fans every day on beaches all around the world. Unlike other aquatic sports, the basics of paddle surf are easy to learn, making it an entertaining and accessib […]
Working out again after a break
If you are going to resume your running routine after a break, you should consider certain measures to avoid the possibility of injury.
Putting your running shoes back on can be a good opportunity to get back into the sport, and even going a step further by looking for new horizons in the medi […]
Measures for running safely
Doing sport is healthy, but you must adopt the right habits to reduce the possibility of transmitting COVID-19.
Since being able to go out running again, many people have taken out the trainers they had to put away due of confinement. However, certain measures must taken in this so-called ‘new […]
Exercises to improve your flexibility
Stretching and preparing your muscles on a daily basis will help you prevent injuries and muscle stiffness.
Working on flexibility helps us control and coordinate our movements better, prevent muscle stiffness, relieve muscle tension and muscle aches, prevent injuries and improve our postural […]
Why is boxing the sport of the moment?
It is a very complete sport, in which your mind and body must be at 100% at all times.
Boxing is a very popular contact sport that consists of punching an opponent with your glove-protected fists above the waist. Boxing has gained a big following in recent years, partly because it has become t […]
The Benefits of Jumping Rope
Coordinate your feet and arms using a rope of the correct length and add value to your workouts.
Jumping rope isn’t just child’s play. Adding this high-intensity aerobic exercise to your daily routine is beneficial and very affordable. You don’t need to go to a gym or set up your own at home […]
What is the minimum amount of physical activity needed to be healthy?
Practicing short exercise routines can be very beneficial to your health.
It strengthens bones and joints, brings up our mood and prevents noncommunicable diseases (cardiovascular and respiratory disease, diabetes and cancer). Exercise is one of the best medicines for staying healthy, active […]
Practise snow sports without any risk
This winter, enjoy skiing or snowboarding without any unnecessary risks
One of the greatest attractions during the winter for ski and snowboard lovers is when it starts to snow on the mountains. These outdoor activities give us vitality, tone the body and improve our mood.
However, descend […]
I Love Heart: Cardio exercises to work your heart
Improve your cardiovascular health with more intense training
Cardiovascular, aerobic or cardio exercise makes us move our larger muscle groups. When working out for more than 20 minutes at moderate intensity, oxygen demand is constant and the body burns fat to maintain energy.
This type o […]
Krav Magá, the new self-defence system
This self-defence system teaches you how to protect yourself in dangerous situations
Krav magá ( ‘contact combat’ in Hebrew) is a personal self-defence system that anyone can use to protect themselves in difficult situations.
It was devised in the 1940s in Israel, as a self-defence method […]
Battle rope, feel the force
Battle rope training tones the musculature, burns calories, and releases stress
Battle Rope is High Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) that combines strength, endurance and balance exercises with the help of long, heavy ropes anchored to a fixed point.
Battle ropes are between 15 and 20 me […]
Mountain trail running
Running along paths can be tough, but it’s also more satisfying. Are you up for it?
Trail running is the technical name for running in natural surroundings.
Running on side roads and paths through mountains, crossing rivers and streams, up and down steep slopes, is certainly a demanding ch […]
Psoas, the vital muscle
Learn how to stretch the fibres which control body balance
The psoas is the deepest-seated and most stabilising muscle in the body. It joins the spine and legs, and allows us to stand upright and walk.
Episodes of stress or an unhealthy lifestyle can put a strain on the psoas muscle and ca […]
How to stay active during the holidays
Learn exercises to help keep your weight down during the holiday season
The holidays are coming, and before you know it, you’ll celebrating with your friends and family, partying and enjoying Christmas food. However, spending a few days with your loved ones is no excuse for giving up on your […]
Do you move about enough?
Learn how much physical activity you should get according to your age
It’s no secret that habits like exercise and avoiding a sedentary lifestyle have many health benefits, as well as preventing chronic illness. In fact, physical inactivity is currently forth risk factor for death in the worl […]
Piloxing: pilates, boxing and dancing in one
Try this innovative method of exercising, that burns calories, tones the body, and frees the mind
Fitness experts are always coming up with new ways of working out and exercising our bodies which entertain us at the same time. These activities help us to keep our weight under control, and pro […]
Sports for all the family
Exercise and family are the perfect combination for health and to spend time together.
Sport is a good way for families to come together and look after their health, since it allows us to share moments which strengthen ties and improve our relationships.
In the particular case of children, […]
Vinyasa flow, dynamic yoga
This discipline, which is more physical and demanding, brings enormous benefits to our well-being.
Vinyasa yoga or flow yoga was born in India, became popular in the United States, and went on to be successful in the Western world. It is more dynamic, demanding and creative than traditional y […]
Basic keep-fit exercises
Effective routines to exercise your body and improve health.
Despite knowing the health benefits of regular physical activity, it is often difficult to go to the gym due to a lack of time or motivation.
The World Health Organization recommends at least 2.5 hours of aerobic physical activ […]
Garuda, holistic fitness
This technique is based on yoga and Pilates, and improves the condition of both body and mind.
A hybrid of Pilates and yoga, Garuda takes its name from an Indian mythological sacred bird that can change shape according to its function. It was created by James D’Silva, a former professional da […]
LBT stands for legs, bums and tums
Do an LBT exercise routine at home to strengthen your lower abs.
As you may have guessed, LBT works on three specific areas: legs, bums and tums. These exercises are designed to strengthen these areas with targeted aerobic and toning exercises.
There are numerous advantages to this, since […]
Baby Fitness, training for mums and kids
Did you know that mums and expectant mums can exercise with their babies?
It is a known fact that exercise is beneficial before, during and after pregnancy. Doctors stress the importance of moving, provided, of course, that there are no medical contraindications and you don’t exercise to hard […]
Gliding fitness, sliding training
Exercises with gliding discs help to tone 90% of the body.
Gliding is a new way of exercising. It uses discs that glide along under the feet and hands, working both the upper and lower body.
Discs are placed under the feet, allowing users to glide fowards and sidewards while doing numerous […]
Boxing Fitness, pull on your gloves
Did you know that boxing burns fat, tones your abs and builds-up your self esteem?
Boxing and boxing variations have become the new stars of indoor fitness in gyms all around the world. People like you have put on boxing gloves to train, enjoy themselves, and release stress in the gym.
Com […]
Gyrotonic, circular movements for well-being
This yoga and tai chi-based exercising method improves general health.
The word gyrotonic comes from the Greek words gyro (circle) and tonic (musical tone) and means “musical gyration”. It became popular in the USA in the 1980s, and involves three-dimensional, circular, harmonious movements f […]
Breathing to control blood pressure
Learn some exercises to lower your blood pressure and protect your cardiovascular health.
Hypertension is one of the most common cardiovascular diseases today. It occurs when the pressure inside the arteries increases, forcing the heart to work harder to pump blood to all the cells in the bod […]
The best sports for summer (II)
Would you like to get some exercise outdoors in the sunshine? We’ll tell you how.
The best thing about summer are the long nights, with more time for leisure activities. We feel more energetic and feel like spending time outdoors. Add some exercise to the magic formula and you’ll be motivated […]
SLT, Strengthen, Lengthen, Tone
This technique improves fitness, tone, posture and balance.
SLT or Strengthen Lengthen Tone is a new, highly-effective exercise technique, which works on specific muscle areas at the same time to improve tone, posture and balance.
This new training method, devised in the United States, is […]
The best sports for summer (I)
Check out our ideas for exercising, enjoying the sun and beating the heat.
Exercising in summer may seem like a chore. When it’s hot, you probably feel more like resting, however, there are ways of exercising in warm weather that are fun and good for you.
Four ideas for training in the sun
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Stand Up Paddle Surfing, rowing at sea
Gliding over the water on a board is a healthy, fun and refreshing way of beating the heat.
Water sports are an attractive option in summer, not only to keep fit, but also for fun and to stay cool. As well as swimming, scuba diving and surfing, Stand Up Paddle surfing (SUP), has become popula […]
Nordic walking, walking with poles
Walking with these poles will get your body moving and improve your health.
Nordic walking is a simple sport, which consists of walking at a brisk pace with the help of two poles, similar to ski poles. Although it may look like an ordinary walk in the countryside or city, there is a specific […]
Functional training, exercise for everyday life
This straightforward, practical modality seeks to tone your body and improve posture.
Functional training is a sports methodology that aims to strengthen the different muscles of the body through the basic movements a person performs in day-to-day life (such as walking, jumping or carrying we […]
Planks, exercises to strengthen your body
Planking is a work-out on just about every muscle in your body.
Planking is a static exercise that uses the body itself to work and tone muscles, especially abs. Its effectiveness and simplicity have made it a fundamental part of most fitness activities.
The correct position for planking i […]
LISS, effective low-intensity training
Low-intensity exercises such as walking promote a healthy lifestyle.
Low Intensity Steady State (LISS) involves low-intensity but long-lasting cardiovascular training. Its goal is to maintain the same effort at a constant rhythm throughout the session, keeping the heart rate within a stable r […]
Tap dancing
This 300-year-old style of dancing will get your toes tapping. Learn about all the benefits!
Tap dancing is a dance style that uses the tip-tapping of dancers’ feet on the floor as a percussion instrument. This explosive tapping, from a musical point of view, emerged more than 300 years ago, […]
Mindfulness, relaxation for better health
Focusing on the moment can make you feel calmer and improve your quality of life.
These days it seems difficult to concentrate on just one thing at a time. While you are reading a book, you are probably receiving WhatsApp messages on your mobile phone. You stop to watch something on TV or you […]
CrossFit, high-intensity training
The technique is a combination of strength-building exercises, almost without rest.
CrossFit is a fitness discipline based on continuously varied functional movements and intensity. It has won thousands of fans among exercise lovers and more than 12,000 gyms in the world now include it on the […]
TRX, training in suspension
Learn about TRX bodyweight exercises and tone your body
Some traditional exercises support the body’s own weight to tone specific muscle groups. These include planks, pull-ups and bench presses, press-ups, parallel bar lifts, one-legged squats or TRX (Total-Body Resistance Exercise).
Bodyw […]
Exercises to strengthen the pelvic floor
Learn to keep your pelvic floor in shape to prevent urinary incontinence and other conditions
Having a flat belly is not synonymous with good pelvic floor health. Although strong abdominal muscles can be a shield for our bodies, the pelvic area supports all the weight of the organs of the tru […]
Palaeo training, work out like a caveman
This method, which uses Palaeolithic movements, improves general health
As the name suggests, Palaeo workouts emulates the basic movements of human beings who lived 10,000 years ago, during the Palaeolithic era. Crawling on the ground, climbing trees, jumping off rocks and running barefoot on […]
Do you know the different swimming strokes?
Training in the water improves resistance and aerobic capacity. Learn more about the four swimming strokes
Swimming is one of the complete sports there is. Swimming involves almost all the muscles in the body, from head to toe, and improves physical fitness and health. What’s more, water is e […]
Post-training stretching
Stretches after exercising for better results and more flexibility
Stretching is an essential part of an exercise routine. It reduces muscular tension and helps us to recover and cool down more quickly. Stretches are part of a training session, so don’t skip them. They help to relieve joint s […]
Hula hooping, a dance form that tones your muscles
Hula hooping strengthens the abdomen and waist. Here’s how to do it!
Kids have always loved hula hoops, which are now being used as a fun way of keeping fit. Science has shown that hula hooping is a highly effective technique for toning and slimming, as well as being loads of fun!
As well […]
Is exercise advisable during pregnancy?
Walking, yoga and swimming protect the mothers’ and babies’ hearts
A few decades ago, it was believed that exercising during pregnancy could be harmful to the development of the foetus. That’s why pregnant women were advised to rest as much as possible and not to do any type of physical activ […]
Ten yoga positions for beginners
This physical and mental discipline is healthy, simple and suitable for everyone
Millions of people do it all over the world. It is one of the most popular techniques in the East, and even the United Nations has recognised its importance to a healthy life, as a basic habit for good physical h […]
Exercises to strengthen your legs
Learn how to protect and strengthen your hamstrings
The hamstrings, the muscles that make up the back of your thighs, have a vital role protecting the hips and for bending the knees, so it is essential you keep them strong and toned.
You need your hamstrings to run, jump, dance, bend your […]
The benefits of exercising in the morning
Exercising first thing in the morning will put you in a good mood and fills you with energy for the day ahead
Everyone knows that exercise is good for the health. It prevents illnesses, keeps you slim and lifts the mood. However, if you exercise first thing in the morning, there are even mor […]
Body Ballet, the latest in fitness trends
This new technique helps improve flexibility, tone your body and reduce stress.
Ballet is trendy once again in gyms. This very old discipline, normally aimed at professionals, is now being offered for amateurs. Though based on classical dance, Body Ballet is a mixture of fitness training and […]
Routine to improve your posture
Adopting certain positions and doing exercise will protect you from backache
Working for long hours in a sitting or standing position or carrying heavy weights can damage the cervical spine, abdominal muscles and joints (shoulders, knees and wrists) and eventually limit your mobility.
Ever […]
Exercises to strengthen your arms
As well as having strong muscles, flexibility and resistant joints are important, too
Having strong, firm, well-toned arms is far more than a question of appearances. Improving their functioning can affect the hundreds of movements we make and positions we adopt every day, which include the b […]
Your exercise routine for strong bones
Learn how to protect your skeleton on World Osteoporosis Day
To increase bone metabolism, improve ligament and tendons elasticity and mobility and maintain and protect the tone and mass of the muscles covering the bones, we all need a routine that includes strength exercises, others that bene […]
How much exercise do I need every week?
Learn what you need to do to keep fit
A sedentary lifestyle is seriously damaging to health, particularly the heart. It is even more dangerous than factors such as overweight and hypertension. Therefore, one of the most important prerequisites for healthy living is regular physical exercise.
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Have you tried Tai chi?
Learn all about tai chi and its numerous health benefits
Tai Chi is a martial art that originated in China and has many therapeutic properties. It is a meditation in motion with exercises that involve continuous, relaxed, gentle, circular movements that lead to a feeling of physical well-bein […]
Calf muscle strains and ruptures
One of the most common and painful sports injuries
A calf strain or tear of the muscle fibres of the calf generally involves a sudden sharp pain. It feels similar to being stuck by a stone on the leg. Depending on the severity of the strain, the injury will be classified from a sudden contrac […]
Which are the best stretches to do before training?
We often talk about how important it is to stretch before and after exercising and the benefits of a good warm up.
Why do we go on and on about stretching? Because it is a really important part of your exercise routine and if you do not do it correctly, it will have a significant impact on […]
Summertime sport: The benefits of exercising on the sand
Take advantage of your visits to the beach to get some exercise on a soft, uneven surface
The beach is a fabulous open-air gym where you can exercise to tone your muscles. What’s more, when you have finished, a swim in the sea will help you to relax and rest.
What are the benefits of exercis […]
Tennis: learn the basic principles and benefits
It is entertaining and very healthy for both body and mind.
Tennis is an enjoyable sport that is sociable and gets the whole body moving. During the summer months, it also encourages us to get some fresh air. Did you know that it is also an all-round beneficial sport?
What are the advantages […]
Why do we sweat?
What is sweat and when does it become a problem?
Sweating or perspiration is the secretion of sweat through the sweat glands in the skin. These glands are all over the body and are stimulated by environmental heat, physical activity or powerful emotions.
Sweating is a normal reaction of t […]
Summertime sport. The benefits of cycling
Make the most of the good weather and go cycling
There’s a saying that goes: “He who moves his legs, moves his heart”? Whoever said that was right, because cycling is a very heart-healthy activity. Today we are going to explain this, as well as many other benefits of cycling.
- Moving your […]
Get fit and start the summer full of vitality
The good weather has started and it’s time to get out into the fresh air to enjoy some sunshine, warmth and leisure time. You need to be physically and mentally ready to do this.
- Step up the exercise. If you have been put off exercise because of the nasty weather, now is the time to do it. […]
Exercises for relieving heavy-feeling legs
Exercise your legs to improve your circulation, avoid oedema and discomfort.
If you spend long times standing or sitting still, you are likely to arrive home with swollen legs, which can feel very heavy and uncomfortable.
Here are some tricks for stimulating the circulation, preventing flu […]
Discover all the benefits of paddle tennis
This sport is great for socialising and you can play it anywhere in the world. Find out more!
Paddle became popular in parks in the United States where it became known as “paddle tennis”, because it was played with small wooden bats.
Paddle is played on a fully enclosed 10 x 20 metre cemen […]
Summertime sport: The benefits of swimming
When the heat is on, cool down and tone your muscles
Although you can swim at other times of year, when the temperature rise, swimming is even more appealing
Did you know that it’s a work out for your whole body and that it has numerous benefits?
- It stimulates the circulation because it […]
Exercises to work your core muscles
Exercise your core muscles and improve your movement and posture
Your core includes the abdomen and all the lower back. It is made up of the rectus abdominis, the obliques, the diaphragm, the pelvic floor and the transversus adbominis muscles. These are also called the stability muscles becau […]
Still not tried the Pilates Method?
Discover a way of exercising that reeducates your posture and gets you fit
The Pilates Method was created by Joseph H. Pilates at the beginning of the 20th century. Joseph suffered from conditions such as rickets, asthma and rheumatic fever as a child, but with effort and determination he dev […]
Four yoga poses that protect the back
Learn some yoga exercises to strengthen the muscles in your back
Yoga protects the body and has numerous physical benefits, also helping you to relax and balance the body and mind.
Do you know all the benefits of yoga?
- It increases bone density, because standing poses strengthen the bone […]
Get ready for your first fun run!
Start training and take part in a unique experience
Fun runs are all the rage. Whatever the time of year you’ll find half marathons, ten or five-kilometre runs, sometimes in aid of charity or just to encourage people to take part in sports as a group activity.
If you like looking after you […]
Cardiovascular risk factors (I): Sedentary lifestyle
A sedentary lifestyle is a modifiable cardiovascular risk factor, which means that there are steps that you can take to avoid it.
Our daily habits have changed due to improved transport systems, technology and leisure pursuits that do not encourage physical activity and which have made sede […]
The best sports for children
School sports are extremely beneficial. Learn more.
Physical activity is essential for children to develop motor skills. It builds strength, resistance, encourages personal growth and teaches them to adopt healthy habits that will stay with them for the rest of their lives.
That’s why pare […]
Make physical activity a way of life
Make sport part of your everyday activities. It’s so easy!
Every January we make New Year’s resolutions, promising to get fit and do sport, but lack of motivation, tiredness, boredom and laziness are sometimes get the better of us we end up giving up.
To mark International Day of Sport for […]
Exercise with the Fitball. Do you dare?
Learn some new exercises to tone your abdomen and legs
Swiss balls or Fitballs are big balls filled with air that have been used in gyms for some time now to help exercise the muscles without staying completely still.
When these balls are used, the body needs to rebalance itself constantly […]
What is cardiovascular risk?
Take care of your heart by reducing risk factors with healthy habits.
Cardiovascular risk is a person’s likelihood to suffer from a cardiovascular disease within a certain period of time. To a large extent, this depends on your risk factors and your predisposition to suffer from this type of […]
Find out about the latest discipline: Barrecore
Physical exercise has many benefits in the short, medium and long term. Sometimes there is a need to obtain more obvious results, as in the processes of rehabilitation and recovery from injury or illness.
Starting from this premise of speed and results, some years ago a new sporting discipl […]
The perfect posture for running
Protect yourself from injury and improve your performance by correcting your posture
The way people run says a lot about them. Some people drag their feet, others lift their knees high and some wave their arms around clumsily. Your running posture is not irrelevant, because if it is not corre […]
Exercise without leaving the hotel
Stay fit while travelling. Pay attention.
When you are travelling on business, after a long day of meetings, leaving your hotel and going out into an unfamiliar city to get some exercise can be daunting.
If there is a gym in your hotel, then make the most of it and use the treadmill, exerc […]
Stretching exercises for the office
Stretching exercises involves stretching muscles as opposed to contracting them. The aim is to reduce muscular tension, maintain muscle flexibility, prevent pain and lesions in the long term and help you feel more relaxed.
Even though your posture is normally good, spending hours in front o […]
Are you familiar with isometric and isotonic exercises?
Get in shape with these hugely effective exercises which are currently all the rage.
Highly recommended sports include cardiovascular work, that is, aerobic exercises involving movement, in which you accelerate your pulse and respiratory rate, in order to improve circulation and the oxygenati […]
Why is running so trendy?
What is it about this sport that makes it so attractive to most people?
There must be something in running that has everyone doing it. Traditional jogging is taking over our streets with all kinds of people, of all ages, backgrounds and constitutions taking part in races and training passiona […]
Move while you work!
A sedentary lifestyle has negative consequences for your health: it leads to overweight, reduces muscle mass, and causes an increase in overall aches and pains as well as making you more prone to a variety of diseases.
How to combat a sedentary lifestyle and resulting problems?
By doing phys […]
The benefits of walking
Avail of all the benefits of walking and get going!
An easy and effective way of doing exercise is fashionable all over the world: walking.
We are not talking about just strolling, but rather about walking at a quick, constant pace. In the United States, they call it power walking. As you […]
Water sports
Discover the refreshing benefits of water sports
Make the most of the hot months to do sport and stay in shape. Sunlight, great temperatures and the absence of rain can be great allies to leave your laziness behind you and get moving.
Doing exercise in the water has additional benefits. Ev […]
Are you familiar with Body Pump?
Get to know this sport and find out if it suits you.
BODYPUMP™ is a sports discipline that was created in Australia about ten years ago by the Les Mills chain, promoter of activities like BODYCOMBAT™ BODYJAM™ or BODYSTEP™
It is a practice combining aerobic exercise typical of a step or aer […]
The importance of stretching after doing sports.
Don’t injure yourself and stretch your muscles after exercising.
After doing exercise, you are stiff, your back hurts and you have some contractions. Before going running, you always do some warm up exercises, and, when you finish, you recover your heart rate and breathe deeply several times. […]
Why does everyone overtake me?
Discover the 10 mistakes you make when running and improve your performance
You are fully aware of the benefits of running, but while you are actually running you have the feeling that you are the slowest and everyone overtakes you.
What are you doing wrong? There could be several reasons. […]
Tell me your age and I’ll recommend an activity
Sport is advisable at any age and there are thousands of different kinds of sport to suit your taste, expectations and, of course, the shape you are in.
According to the experts, generally, the best sports are:
- Swimming: it moves all muscle groups in a safe environment.
- Gym: it combin […]
Get going with Global Training!!!
Learn all about this sports activity and try it out.
One of the trendiest classes in the gym at the moment is global fitness.
Do you know what it is?
Global Training consists in training all the main groups of muscles, by means of localized and specific exercises, combining toning with aero […]
Healthy effects of doing gym
This is not the first time you’ve heard this, is it? There are only benefits for your health if you do sports regularly, for your body as well as for your mind.
You don’t need to kill yourself in the gym or run a marathon if you’re not physically prepared. All you have to do is get active, […]
Ashtanga Yoga
This type of yoga is a dynamic practice of traditional yoga, which combines dynamic postures (Asanas) with breathing (Vinyasa) in coordination with movements and your gaze (Drishti).
Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga is divided into several series:
- Therapeutic yoga or Yoga Chiktsa to eliminate toxi […]