No matter who you are and how well you eat, you probably have this nagging thought: “I need to start eating more vegetables.” You look at the vegetables each time you’re at the supermarket, wondering if you should get any. Each time you buy some, you avoid eating them for two weeks before throwing them out. The good news is, eating more vegetables isn’t that difficult, so long as you have the right tactics, which we’ll look at today. But first: Why Should You Consume More Vegetables? Despite not being a favorite of many, vegetables are incredibly beneficial for us. Here are four solid reasons ..read more

If you’ve been training for years, you probably feel like you understand fitness well: what to do and what not to.  But what if we were to tell you that you might still be making some crucial mistakes that slow down your progress? Sometimes, we develop habits early on and never look back to see if they are good. In some cases, habits stick with us for a long time and lead us down unproductive paths. To that end, we’ve put together a list of mistakes people make in the gym, even after years of training consistently.  1. Not Tracking Your Training And Progress Walk into most gyms today ..read more

Sleep is not an exciting health subject, and most people prefer to discuss more engaging topics like dieting, effective training practices and superfoods.  But, regardless of how we feel about it, sleep is essential for our health, wellbeing, energy levels, and fitness outcomes.  To that end, we’ve put together this guide, outlining the benefits of sleep, how much you should rest each night, and actionable tactics for sleeping better. Let’s dive in. What Is Sleep And What Benefits Does It Offer? Sleep is a normal physiological process to which the body repairs itself. There are ..read more

Do you ever feel like your workouts might be missing something? Sure, you’re training hard and being consistent, but there has to be more to it. The truth is, effective training is about more than simply going hard, sweating, and panting. Training is a process that, like any other, can be improved with the right ideas. Without further ado, let’s examine six simple but effective ways to improve your workouts instantly. 1. Slow Down We don’t always have the time for a long training session. But when we do, we should take full advantage of it. Slowing down can assume many forms, but it typically ..read more

Do you ever feel like the work you’re doing isn’t fulfilling? Sure, it has its benefits, and you have a steady income that pays the bills. But can you honestly say that you enjoy your job? Working a 9 to 5 job at an office might seem like a dream come true, but there are some negatives. For one, you lack the flexibility to arrange your days as you see fit. Second, there isn’t much excitement at the workplace. Most days seem to blend, forming a long gray line of blandness. The great news is that becoming a personal trainer could free you from the office, bring a lot more fulfillment, and o ..read more

Injuries are an unfortunate part of many people’s training journeys. They often come from nowhere, stop the training process, and take us out of the gym for weeks or months. While challenging to overcome injuries, returning to the gym after a long break can be even more difficult. To that end, we’ve put together this guide. In it, we’ve outlined the process of returning to the gym after an injury. When to Consider Going Back to The Gym After An Injury  There are two primary schools of thought on the subject: Some people recommend resuming physical activity only after you’re sure that the ..read more

There are two main ways of getting certified as a personal trainer. You can choose to go through an apprenticeship or enrol in a private course from a recognised training provider. There are pros and cons for both options, depending on your circumstances and what fits best with your lifestyle. Here we will take a look at both approaches. Over the past few years, personal training has become one of the most sought after services in the fitness world. With 21,544 registered personal training businesses in the UK according to IBISWorld, the personal training market is worth £536m and is expected ..read more

I can take countless career paths, so why work in the fitness industry? That’s probably a question you’ve asked yourself before, and it is a good one because it forces you to think about your choices, which is always good. In this post, we will outline six solid reasons you should consider a career in the fitness field. Let’s dive in. Helping Others Achieve Greatness Personal training is one of the most fulfilling professions for anyone who enjoys helping others. Sure, you’re teaching people how to navigate the gym, do various exercises, and program their routines to build muscle, lose fat, an ..read more

Most of us are familiar with the more popular exercise options, including weight training, running, and bicycle riding. Each of these has a unique impact on the body and offers numerous health and fitness benefits. But, while all of the above activities are beneficial, there is one option that doesn’t get nearly as much attention as it deserves: skipping. To that end, we’ve dedicated this post to skipping, to see what makes the activity so good, and go over the practical benefits you can reap from it. Let’s dive in. What is Skipping? Skipping is a simple activity that burns plenty of calories ..read more