High-intensity interval training has become extremely popular. Because it means you are not confined to the gym with its equipment, HIIT workouts are making their way into the homes and fitness routines of people of all athletic levels. Not asking for much of your time, high-intensity exercises are a good way to lose weight, strengthen your body and improve your
This total body home workout is perfect for working the entire body. All you need are dumbbells and these exercises. All the moves will hit major muscles of your body, including the chest, back, shoulders, arms, legs and abs. It can be done in a short period of time. This is a great workout option when you are short on
Looking for dumbbell exercises to specifically target key muscle groups? If you find yourself stuck in a fitness rut aimlessly Googling tummy exercises, bum exercises or the best exercises for abs, it might be time to include some humble dumbbell exercises into your workout routine. Use dumbbell exercises in your workout sessions. Used smartly, dumbbell exercises can improve your fitness by challenging a muscle
Squats and lunges are some of the best bodyweight exercises. They both target and tone your entire lower body and are staples in leg and butt toning. But, your body can get used to them if you do them a lot—so mixing it up with some variations is a great idea! Squats and lunges are tough, they make you sore,
There are plenty of good reasons to complete your chest exercises, only some of which relate to your aspirations. The chest is composed of some of the largest muscles in your body, and even when you're not in the gym, you use them all the time. The sheer volume of exercises. though—and the sanctity with which every gym rat learns
If you want to start incorporating arm exercises into your home workout programme but are unsure where to start, we’ve got just the ticket. These arm workouts are easy, effective and you can do them almost anywhere. First things first: If you’re looking to tone up or build muscle, it’s important to understand your arm muscle anatomy. In most cases, the
Vasisthasana (side plank pose) has long been one of my favourite asanas to practice. It’s a wonderful preparation for more challenging arm balances, and as a vinyasa yogi, I love its versatility when used for transitions. Below are some side plank variations that you can incorporate into practice and yoga classes. Let’s review the more traditional side plank alignment, much
Six-packs? Give us a break. This year, people are drooling over a muscle you might not have known existed. The transversus abdominis is that deep v-shaped cut in the abs of bodybuilders. Also known as "sex lines", the transversus abdominis wraps around your body, supporting your spine, and the muscle's visible edges are an indicator of a super-strong core and
A toned behind is hardly the only reason you should be doing squats, bridges, and other booty-boosting moves. The best way to work your rear is to approach it with different moves that challenge all butt muscles from different angles. Glutes are the powerhouse in our posterior chain, aka, the backside of your body, and generate maximum efficiency and power
Core stability is essential to both static and dynamic balance. Unfortunately, many traditional core-training exercises, such as crunches and leg raises, do little to improve stability. To enhance balance, core exercises should be functional, multi planar and involve both single and double leg movements. Core stability is a vital component of balance. These exercises utilise double and single leg movement
