Are you doing enough Zone 2 cardio to optimise your health and fitness?

Thanks to Instagram, it’s easy to assume that the entire world is training all-out, all the time, and that if you don’t give your max every time you lace up your trainers then what’s the point of even bothering. In this high-intensity world, with everyone posting their latest and toughest CrossFit, Peloton or Hyrox workout,…

June 30, 20240Comments

ByJoe Warner

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Can a rowing machine make you fitter and faster?

Want a fast and effective workout that hits all your major muscle groups, trains your heart and lungs, and torches calories? Look no further than the rowing machine. This versatile piece of equipment has become a staple in gyms and home workout spaces alike, thanks to its comprehensive benefits. Imagine yourself gliding over water, your…

June 24, 20240Comments

ByJoe Warner

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Can the prowler push build a strong and athletic physique?

Do you want bigger, stronger, and more defined muscles? What about enhanced speed and stamina? And rapid fat loss to reveal a strong, lean, and athletic body? The prowler push might just be the exercise you're looking for. This high-intensity training drill involves pushing a weighted sled across a surface, engaging multiple muscle groups…

June 24, 20240Comments

ByJoe Warner

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TRAINING Explainer

The eight-week Hyrox training plan to get fitter, faster and stronger

A new type of athletic competition that merges the intensity of functional fitness with the endurance demands of a marathon has taken the training world by storm. Welcome to Hyrox, the ultimate test of strength, stamina, and grit. As more fitness enthusiasts seek new ways to challenge themselves, Hyrox has emerged as a popular event…

June 16, 20240Comments

ByJoe Warner

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TRAINING Explainer

What is rucking and why should you do it?

Before we dive into this article on everything you need to know about rucking, we apologise in advance for any unfortunate typos: the “r” and “f” on a keyboard are a little too close for comfort. Right, rucking is a simple yet highly effective form of exercise that has gained rapid popularity among fitness enthusiasts…

June 6, 20240Comments

ByJoe Warner

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Is MyZone better than Apple Watch and Whoop?

For both elite athletes and amateur enthusiasts, heart-rate workouts have become one of the most popular training tools to boost short-distance speed, long-distance endurance and improve peak performance and overall wellness and longevity by boosting important cardiovascular health biomarkers such as resting heart rate, heart-rate variability (HRV) and VO2 Max. Heart-rate training involves exercising at…

June 2, 20240Comments

ByJoe Warner

HEALTH Explainer

Is a sauna the secret to a longer life?

Saunas have been a staple of heat therapy wellness practices for centuries, known for their relaxing and rejuvenating effects. But beyond the immediate comfort of their warm embrace, saunas offer a range of health benefits that can significantly enhance both physical and mental wellbeing. From enhancing focus, resilience and relaxation to boosting heart health, speeding…

June 2, 20240Comments

ByJoe Warner

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What are energy gels and do you need them?

Elite endurance athletes and passionate amateurs will leave no stone unturned in pursuit of shaving a few previous seconds from their personal best. Spending a small fortune on the latest equipment, clothes and shoes is the inevitable cost of chasing quicker times, but all the money in the world spent on cutting-edge kit will be…

June 1, 20240Comments

ByJoe Warner

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Dr Stacy Sims: The supplements all women need

Dr Stacy Sims, PhD Dr Stacy Sims, PhD, is an exercise physiologist and nutrition scientist who aims to revolutionise exercise nutrition and performance for women. She has published more than 70 peer-reviewed papers, and authored female-focused performance optimisation books, Roar, and Next Level, which challenge the existing dogma around exercise, nutrition, and health for women.…

May 20, 20240Comments

ByJoe Warner

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Dr Stacy Sims: Why women should never exercise on an empty stomach

Dr Stacy Sims, PhD Dr Stacy Sims, PhD, is an exercise physiologist and nutrition scientist who aims to revolutionise exercise nutrition and performance for women. She has published more than 70 peer-reviewed papers, and authored female-focused performance optimisation books, Roar, and Next Level, which challenge the existing dogma around exercise, nutrition, and health for women.…

May 18, 20240Comments

ByJoe Warner

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