#exercise modality

Introduction Blood flow restriction training / Occlusion Training (also abbreviated BFR training) or Occlusion Training or KAATSU is an exercise and rehabilitation modality where resistance exercise, aerobic exercise or physical therapy movements are performed while using an Occlusion Cuff which is applied to the proximal aspect of the muscle on either the arms or legs. In this novel training…

How to Make the Most Out of Treadmill Exercises

Introduction You may think there are only a few basic exercise variations you can perform on a treadmill, for example: walking, jogging, and running. However, it is no secret that exercising on a treadmill is an effective piece of equipment that can target and develop various muscle groups in your body. And, by tweaking minor aspects of your workouts, you can make the most out of your treadmill…

Work to the Limit: What are the Pros and Cons of CrossFit Training Workouts?

Introduction Training for CrossFit is a (fairly) new fashionable sports trend (since 1996), which involves the largest possible number of exercises for strength, coordination, and endurance. Of course, a good CrossFit coach will not directly load you the same as CrossFit athletes, but you must prepare seriously when choosing this form of training. Nowadays CrossFit has gained wide popularity…

Yoga is a form of practice that can help you de-stress, be more flexible, and build up strength. You can read more about this in this link here. This practice brings the mind and body together. The activities that you can do include meditation, breathing exercises, and different poses to encourage you to relax and be mindful of your current state.

Since this exercise is often gentle and could…

4 Handy Tips to Avoid Injuries While Exercising

Being physically active is one of the best things you can do for your body. And one sure way to do so is by exercising. While we advocate for engaging in physical activity to keep in shape, we can not overlook the risks involved if you go about it the wrong way.

Many fitness enthusiasts have had to quit exercising temporarily after sustaining an injury while exercising. This can either occur…

Mental Health & Exercise: Getting the ‘Dose’ Right

It is now well-known, and generally accepted, that exercise is beneficial for mental health.

For example, we know that:

1. Enjoyment Matters

Research demonstrates the pleasure response (officially known as affective valence) to a single bout of aerobic exercise can predict participation in the long-term, i.e. six- and twelve months later.

The less pleasurable the activity is perceived…

7 Tips in Finding the Best Heavy Duty Exercise Bikes For You

Are you looking for some tips to find the best heavy duty exercise bikes? If so, you are reading the right article.

In this article, we are going to give you 7 tips that will help you choose the right heavy duty exercise bike for exciting exercise sessions.

1. Check the Size

Size is of great importance when it comes to choosing your exercise bike. This is mainly because you have to…

When was the Term ‘Aerobics’ Coined?

Until the late 1960s, the idea of exercising for good health and well-being was virtually non-existent.

Then in 1968, Kenneth H. Cooper, a Major in the US  Air Force Medical Corps, published a global bestseller in which he coined the term ‘aerobics’ and explained that the more the human body moves, the better it performs.

It could be argued this was the catalyst for the jogging ‘craze’ that…