This workout guide uses just a swiss ball and dumbbells, to help build overall strength and specifically posture and core strength. I have used swiss balls for my own workouts and as part of client programs for over 17 years – see my Introduction to Swiss Ball Training. A primary benefit of exercising with a […]
The hip joint (made of 15 muscles and 3 major ligaments) is one of the most important joints in the body, which – when fully functional – allows us to walk, run and jump. It supports the whole upper body and also acts as a base of support for the strong muscles of the hip
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As a keen cyclist for my entire life, I can attest to just how effective regular bike riding is, as a way to improve and maintain good health – especially aerobic fitness, but also for building leg strength, and for toning muscles of the core and upper body. An all over approach however, incorporating cycle
Riding a bike has been in my blood ever since I could stand up – more than 40 years in fact! Recently, after a few years of sporadic cycling (my focus was firmly on the Oxfam Trailwalker challenge), I have had a renewed enthusiasm for riding. In this article, I share some of my earliest
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I have always had a love of cycling – for me it is truly freedom on 2 wheels! Recently, and with the realisation that I have been riding a bike for more than 40 years (slightly scary), I have been thinking about how this journey started for me and what keeps my bike wheels turning
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This is a complete home workout using just bodyweight to build overall strength. With no equipment required, it’s a great exercise routine wherever you are – at home, in the park, or even on a beach. Suitable for all fitness levels. If your knees however, do not welcome squats and lunges, try steps ups on
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Stretching is most beneficial at the end of an exercise program, or after any period of physical activity. When we move, the fibres in our muscles contract or shorten and so, for optimum health and performance, should be stretched (to lengthen the fibres back out) as part of a cool down routine. This will help
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This Home Workout series uses just a simple exercise cable (and a Swiss ball in the seated position) so it’s perfect if you want to keep your home gym as simple as possible. I recommend you complete the workouts in order 1-5 as they increase in complexity, from beginner to advanced level. Equipment required 2
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This is my favourite stretching exercise and one I use almost every day with clients. I recorded this video more than 3 years ago but it is the best one I have done showing the move in multiple angles! Feldenkrais – a system of physical exercise that aims to improve human functioning by increasing self
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It seems that due to the rapid and unexpected spread of COVID-19, the whole world suddenly seems out of balance and in a state of uncertainty. With the recommended self-isolation policies, many of us are having to spend extra time at home now and over the next few months. To help us all keep some
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