Exercising with Hand and Wrist Injuries

In this article: A hand or wrist injury might seem like a kiss of death for an avid weightlifter or gym-goer. After all, how are you supposed to hold a weight if your hand or wrist hurts? The good news is that you can still workout, and see great results while dealing with hand and wrist injuries. You just need to get a little more creative. Read on to learn more about common hand and wrist injuries and find out how you can continue working out while dealing with them.

Regaining Your Fitness

In this article: In a 2017 study, it was discovered that roughly 6 million middle aged Brits do not walk for even 10 minutes a month. It is because of this that so many people aged 40 and over are struggling to keep fit and healthy, leading to problems such as obesity and high blood pressure. Luckily, it is never too late to get healthy and regain your fitness.

What is the Female Athlete Triad?

In this article: At a young age, sports can provide both a physical and emotional outlet for kids, not to mention a safe social space that teaches teamwork, dedication, and communication skills. For young women, however, researchers are finding that unique health risks associated with playing sports can threaten a female athlete's well-being and ability to continue playing sports safely.

Fight Gym Frizz

In this article: At the end of every gym session come the same two questions, "Why is my hair always frizzy?" or "Why does my skin get dry after a workout?" After all, you can always wash your hair and lather your skin with moisturiser. But what most of us do not realise is the importance of hydration and nourishment for our hair and skin.

Flat Feet and Exercising

In this article:  Do you have flat feet? If so, you are not alone. Approximately 30% of all people deal with flat feet and the challenges that come with them. Flat feet and fallen arches can make exercise, in particular, quite difficult, especially workouts that involve running or jumping. Having flat feet does not mean you have to skip exercising altogether, though. Read this article  to learn some tips and tricks that will make working out with flat feet easier and more enjoyable.

Choosing the Right Gym

In this article: It is often said that gym membership sign ups surge between January and February every year, however by August many gyms become somewhat deserted by either paying members or those opting for short term gym memberships. We will explore some vital attributes that should help you sustain a healthy relationship with your gym.

Understanding Fractures

In this article: The deafening crack of a bone breaking is painful enough, much less the treatment and recovery period that follows. A fracture can sideline your athletic ambitions in an instant and keep you off the field for weeks to months at a time. Do not miss this quick guide to understanding fractures and the steps you can take to guard yourself against them.