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What is soft fitness? Experts say the gentler wellness trend could be the key to finally enjoying exercise
2+ hour, 11+ min ago (607+ words) For years, the wellness world told us that fitness had to hurt to work. Early morning boot camps, relentless HIIT classes, "no days off" mantras and punishing training schedules became badges of honour splashed across social media feeds. But in…...
'80s fitness trends making a major comeback today
1+ mon, 2+ week ago (650+ words) '80s-style aerobics is making a major comeback in modern fitness, but why now? As today's workout culture shifts toward connection and enjoyment, this retro trend is resurfacing in modern-day exercise." During the 1960s, American Dr. Kenneth H. Cooper developed a range of…...
Yoga vs Pilates: A fitness expert reveals which exercise is actually right for you
4+ mon, 11+ hour ago (625+ words) Looking after ourselves is no longer something we do out of obligation; it's now a part of our everyday lives. We've learned that when we exercise, we feel much better, and being active influences not only our physical state but…...
How to get abs like Sophie Turner " top tips from a Pilates instructor
4+ mon, 1+ day ago (542+ words) Whether she's ruling the North or prepping to raid some tombs, Sophie Turner continues to turn heads with enviable physique " and the actress has once again wowed us with a first look at her upcoming role. The former Game of…...
Is Pilates good for weight loss? Qualified instructors settle debate
6+ mon, 1+ week ago (640+ words) Whether you're jumping on a reformer machine or down on the mat, it's an effective form of exercise. But is it really effective when it comes to weight loss specifically? Having recently completed a CIMSPA-accredited qualification in mat Pilates instruction,…...
I tried the exercise class that's just like a nightclub - here's my review
8+ mon, 3+ week ago (504+ words) My Friday nights used to mean bar crawls, dance floors and stumbling home in the early hours of Saturday. But these days, I've swapped high heels for sweat-wicking leggings, and spend my twilight hours in fitness classes. It's not as…...
Qualified Pilates instructor reveals one crucial 'anti-ageing' move: 'It strengthens your spine muscles"
10+ mon, 2+ day ago (594+ words) Pilates might be a hot trend right now, but it's all for good reason if you ask us. While Reformer Pilates(also very trendy) uses weighted equipment to work the major muscle groups, Mat Pilates relies solely on body weight…...