What are isometric exercises?

What are isometric exercises?

When we’re short on time and only have a quick 30 minutes in the gym, we need exercises that are simple, effective, quick, and need little equipment. Isometrics are a pretty good fit for this. Everyone from astronauts to new mothers can benefit from isometric...
What are compound exercises?

What are compound exercises?

      Exercise has got to be efficient. Not many people have time to spare in the gym doing things that don’t really contribute towards their fitness goals. Usually, we’re pretty short on time. We might only have room in our routine for a couple of...
What is progressive overload?

What is progressive overload?

Nobody begins their fitness journey being able to do loads of reps or lift very heavy weights. You need to challenge your muscles to develop them.  A great way to build your strength and fitness is to follow the principles of progressive overload.   What is...
Do you need to stretch before a workout?

Do you need to stretch before a workout?

Starting from P.E at school, we’ve always been told to stretch before exercise. Before football practice. At the start of a run. First thing in the morning. For lots of us, it has become habitual. Others resent the amount of time it takes up. We see stretching as...