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Moderate-vigorous physical activity is the most efficient at improving fitness
In the largest study performed to date to understand the relationship between habitual physical activity and physical fitness, researchers from Boston University School of Medicine (BUSM) have found that higher amount of time spent performing exercise (moderate-vigorous physical activity) and low...Read more -
New research furthers case for exercise promoting youthfulness
A recent paper published in the Journal of Physiology deepened the case for the youthfulness-promoting effects of exercise on aging organisms, building on previous work done with lab mice nearing the end of their natural lifespan that had access to a weighted exercise wheel. The densely detailed...Read more -
Total Fitness announces further investment into their health clubs to improve member experience
LEADING North of England and Wales health club chain, Total Fitness, has made a series of investments into the refurbishment of four of its clubs – Prenton, Chester, Altrincham, and Teesside. The refurbishment works are all due to be completed by early 2023, with a total investment of £1.1m acros...Read more -
What is a treadmill?
What is a treadmill? To help you get a better idea of the fitness equipment you’re about to acquire, we’ll first take the trouble to define what a treadmill actually is. To go in the simplest way possible, we will say that the treadmill is any device that we use to walk and run on a h...Read more -
Best Exercise Equipment for Seniors
Many seniors are used to maintaining a healthy workout routine and wish to carry this on as they age. Choosing exercise equipment that’s efficient, enjoyable, and safe for seniors can be a tough task. Fortunately, there are some great options for senior-friendly exercise machines to burn ca...Read more -
Gym workouts for beginners
As a beginner, how long should I do the workout for? Set a goal to continue with the workout programme for 3 months. Creating a long-term exercise routine is all about forming positive habits, which means giving your mind and body the time to adjust to doing something new. Each workout should tak...Read more -
What are the benefits of dumbbells?
Dumbbells are considered free weights, which means they’re not attached to another piece of gym equipment and can be picked up and moved around. All of our experts noted that they can be a great workout tool for just about anyone — whether you’re a beginner or an experienced weightlifter — becaus...Read more
