Exercise can be a haunting word and a daunting task for many. This combined with the many myths related to exercise rampant in our society makes exercising all the more of a chore than a pleasant activity. The majority of us even today believe that exercise and workouts should be restricted to those who are overweight or obese.…
Category: Training
A Beginner’s Guide to Bench Press
You may have come across many in the gym who may be performing the bench press. It is one of the most common exercises to be included in an upper body workout routine and is the favorite of many athletes and fitness enthusiasts alike.…
A Beginner’s Guide To Lunges
As we all know regular participation in strength training provides a multitude of benefits. This includes increased muscular strength and power, decreased risk of injury, and improved activities of daily living.
A lunge is an option for a lower body exercise that can help to achieve these benefits.…
Does Beetroot Juice Improve Athletic Performance?
What is the connection between beetroots and athlete performance? Do you know why it is the most talked about supplement for athletes? Let’s understand what this bright-colored antioxidant-rich tuberous root contains and what makes it a useful supplement for athletes!
Beets are a source of carbohydrates and have a high amount of inorganic nitrates (natural), which are converted to nitrites and absorbed into the bloodstream.…
Stretching for Flexibility: Should You or Should You Not?
Stretching has been a mandatory part of training for decades. It is common to see people stretching or trainers helping their clients perform stretches post-workout. Stretching is a technique of lengthening and elongating a muscle or a muscle group, which helps improve flexibility. …
Training Mistakes You Should Avoid
As beginners, many of us are apprehensive to go and get out there and start our fitness journey. This anxiety is related not just to the fact that we are doing something way out of our comfort zone but there are many other factors associated with it.…
Gym Quiz
Are you ready to try the ultimate exercise/gym quiz?
Do you take pride in calling yourself a fitness freak?
Here’s your chance to prove it 😉
Answer these 25 questions related to gym, exercise, workout etc. and test your knowledge.
Please note: Once you have answered all the 25 questions, you will be redirected to the result page.…
Exercise During Menstruation
Menstruation or monthly periods are a part and parcel of the everyday life of all women on earth. It is a sign of a woman’s fertility and a normal process as their bodies prepare themselves for a potential pregnancy. About once a month, women who have gone through puberty will experience menstrual bleeding.…
Gym Etiquette 101
The gym and its equipment may intimidate you, especially when you are a beginner. Looking at the regulars training with those heavyweights and the blasting music may get you all flustered and confused when you first step into the gym. But, worry not, for here are some gym rules which will help you in your journey and boost your confidence.…