Expert Articles

"I've had such a good week; I've earned the right to have a few drinks this weekend."

Just how important are these 4 E's in a health & fitness journey?

Not sure whether you should workout in the morning, Middle of the day or night to maximise your fitness and weight loss goals?

Gone are the days of spending hours on the treadmill, trying in vain to burn that unwanted body fat. These days experts agree that resistance training, in particular lifting weights is the most effective way to burn fat and create that toned physique we all desire. However, many women are still scared of lifting weights as they fear it will make them look big and bulky and prefer to stick to cardio to burn off that dreaded fat. However, it couldn't be more the opposite…

In this edition we will further discuss your programming elements including, rest, sets and intensity!

In Part Three we have some FAQs and a last little tip to finish off this three part article! Enjoy!

Ever since I was a teenager I have always been passionate about lifting weights. This passion began one night when I went downstairs at home and saw my Dad doing exercises with dumbbells. I asked him if I could join in and have never looked back. Now 26 years old with an honours degree in exercise science I have devoted a large part of my life to this passion of strength training. Through my studies I have learned how to get the best out of myself in my sessions and the right ways to exercise my body, however, I do understand that many people may not understand how to actually structure and execute a strength-training program outside of what your personal trainer provides you. This is why I am writing this three-part guide to navigating and understanding the world of resistance and strength training.

I walked into the vision studio just shy of 100kg. 8 months later, I have hit my goal and lost almost 40kg.

While on your fat loss journey, stress can play an influential role in reaching your end target. In this article we will look at some ways in which we can manage and control stress when we are hit by it! Listed below are some methods and techniques which you may find useful right now. These methods may prove useful, but remember everyone is different so find what works best for you!