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Workout Music: Are You Training to the Right Tunes?

June 8, 2022April 19, 2016 by Chris

Pretty much all of us listen to some kind of music or other whilst we are training (I personally like a bit of Pearl Jam or Shellac if I am hitting the tarmac), but can the type of music, beats per minute (bpm) and general feel of the tune really have that much of an impact on the effectiveness ... Read more

Hamstring Strain (Part 2) : Early Rehabilitation Techniques

June 28, 2022March 3, 2015 by rheys

So you’ve pulled your hamstring, you’re in pain and you want to get back to playing the sport you enjoy as quickly, as safely and as healthily as possible. Well you came to the right place; at least here we won’t get bogged down in discussions about what colour a dress is, the workings of … Read more

Building a timetable to fitness

June 28, 2022September 21, 2012 by rheys

Your exercise plan will depend on how fit you are at the moment. Obviously if you are completely unfit you will not be able to do the same exercises as someone in better shape.

What Does Being Fit Look Like?

August 2, 2022April 30, 2012 by rheys

Watching the London marathon last week made me think of this question. Thousands of people (and the odd honey monster) of all shapes and sizes ran the 26 miles and 385 yards. Looking at some of these people (such as shadow chancellor Ed Balls) you would not say they looked fit. Obviously, the two Kenyans ... Read more

Exercise to Fight Against Cancer – The Benefits

December 18, 2016April 6, 2012 by rheys

After receiving a cancer diagnosis, such as mesothelioma, breast cancer or any other type of cancer, exercise might be the furthest thing from your mind. But even most oncologists will say that exercise can be extremely beneficial before, during and after your treatment for cancer. The way in which you choose to incorporate exercise into your routine is up to you. Physicians and researchers agree that 30 minutes of exercise five times each week can help you maintain or even improve your physical fitness while undergoing treatment.

A Modest Proposal

August 2, 2022April 2, 2012 by rheys

Recently Channel 4ֳ 10 Oփlock Show had a discussion about obesity and Dr Dawn Harper GP, of Embarrassing Bodies fame, came out with some startling statistics.