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3 Top Tips for a Great Resistance Workout

Resistance training is an essential part of any workout, and by lifting weights you can help to build muscle, improve your cardiovascular system and burn calories.  Here are 3 top tips for a great resistance workout. 1. Diet – to maximise any weight training session make sure your muscles have the stamina they need to keep working by eating a balanced healthy diet that is high in complex carbs such as pasta, rice and potatoes.  These provide your body with slow release glycogen, which makes your muscles feel strong and responsive, and avoid refined sugars, as although these makes you feel...

Outdoor Fitness Guide

Getting fit outdoors can be an exhilarating experience, and not only can it be cheaper than going to a gym, but all that fresh air will give you a health boost as well. There are plenty of ways to get fit outdoors, from rowing through to tennis and this is also a good way of getting fit as a whole family. 1.  Walking – walking is great for singles or groups of people, so don’t sit about on the weekends, look around your local area for some nice walking routes and get out and enjoy the fresh air. 2. Swimming – outdoor swimming pools are great in the warmer months, and are often...