Overtraining is when you exercise at an intensity or volume that exceeds your body's ability to recover. This can creep up on you, so it's important to know the signs! Warning signs that you've been exercising too much: - Muscle soreness that lasts longer than usual/doesn't seem to go away- Constant feeling of exhaustion- Frequent …
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Well done for all your efforts in January! Today we're going to talk about high impact vs. high intensity exercise, but first, here are the most recent additions to the app for my online & hybrid clients:Â New in the app:1. New in "Resources" - I have added a few videos to the 'My additional …
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I often hear women say "I don't want to lift heavy weights because I'm scared of getting bulky". Listen. Here's my take. The fear of getting bulky is nothing more than a scare tactic used to keep women from lifting heavy weights (ie. getting stronger, healthier, having more energy, developing more self-confidence etc), because patriarchy …
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Today, I'm debunking a common myth: Core exercises lead to fat loss in the abdominal area. How many times have you come across an image like this? This was one of the first images that came up when I searched "How to reduce belly fat". A selection of exercises that will apparently reduce fat in the …
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Recovery is a huge part of training, but in my experience, often misunderstood or underestimated. Most of us know that we need a rest day somewhere in our week, to help with recovery and avoid burnout. But have you ever thought this: "Why am I so sore/tired/lacking in energy/why does this session feel so hard? …
Sometimes, we get lost in the noise of it all. So in case you needed one, here's a reminder of what you should be focusing on to be successful with your fitness goals (and with life, to be honest): Strength training - ideally, 2-3x per week Cardiovascular training - at least 150 minutes of moderate …
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QdrkUW1aJjc It's likely at some point I've advised you to 'move more on a daily basis'. In this post, I want to talk about some actionable ways to increase your NEAT, and talk about how moving more is going to benefit you - be it for health, recovery, or fat loss purposes.What is NEAT?NEAT stands for Non-Exercise Activity Thermogenesis. It's …
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