If you want to take your running to the next level, you might want to hit the mat. Here are 5 reasons why runners should try yoga.
Looking for a tough, toning gym class that’ll leave you like you’re floating on cloud nine? It does exist – Naomi White checks out Barrecore’s new BarreASANA class and gives us the lowdown.
It’s the season of rebirth, so renew your mind, body and soul with 5 yoga moves to step into spring. Stretch London’s Sophie Whippy shows you how.
Getting a flat tum is on top of everyone’s wish list but it’s also important for good health. Try these easy steps to reduce your belly fat.
Stability ball pike Start in press-up position with your feet resting on a stability ball. Bend at the hips to roll the ball towards your hands. Return to the start and repeat. Reps: 10 Take a 30-60 second rest after you’ve completed all of the moves once through.
Healthy diet? Check. Regular exercise? Check. Gruelling abs routine? Check. If you’re doing all the right things but still can’t lose your tummy fat, then it may be down to your lifestyle and hormones. But don’t worry, optimising your hormones to melt fat from your stomach is more straight-forward than it sounds. In fact, it […]
Introducing your move of the week, the burpee. It’s a whole body cardio blast! The burpee is a really versatile move. It can add a cardio element to your regular strength routine to get your heart and lungs pumping, but is also a great resistance move to work in to a park run to add […]
Try the simple but challenging stability ball pike if you’re looking for a great core move When it comes to working the core and abs, there aren’t many moves that can challenge the effectiveness of the stability ball pike. We love the stability ball because it’s cheap and versatile – you can work all parts […]
Ok so regular abs exercise are great, but if you really want abs of steel, try these upgrades to your usual routine for a real core challenge 1. Proper sit-ups Sure you know how to do sit-ups, but how’s your form looking? We thought as much. Try doing a regular sit up, but hold a […]
Side plank Instructions Form a straight line with your body, resting on your forearm with the elbow under the shoulder. Extend the other arm towards the ceiling. Hold for the allotted time, then repeat on the opposite side. Top tip: don’t let your hips drop lower than the rest of your body Combine our core […]
Box jump Instructions Stand with a box or step in front of you. Bend down to generate momentum then jump up onto the box. Stand up straight then jump back off and repeat. Top tip: Make sure you land softly
Shifting those pesky love handles is easy when you know how. Follow our top slims for a slimmer mid drift in next to no time.
Looking for a core challenge? Spice up your plank with the plank transfer. If you want to tone up your tum, don’t ignore those core moves. Working the core will pull in your belly by tightening the transverse abdominus – a layer of muscle in the mid-section and something that is often overlooked when we’re […]
The press-up shoulder tap will boost your core and challenge your upper body strength in one simple move
It’s not just about sit-ups if you’re serious about getting that flat tum. Take a look at these workouts for the ultimate bod this festive season.
Get tight, toned abs in time for bikini season with this speedy, effective 10-minute circuit
Our move of the week is an awesome lower-body fat burner. Try the straight-leg deadlift for hot pins and a tight tush How to do it With your feet hip-width apart, hold a barbell with both hands just wider than hip-width. Keeping a slight bend in the knees and the barbell close to your legs […]
Box jump Instructions Stand with a box in front of you – height depending on your experience and ability. Jump up to land both feet firmly on the box, then extend your legs and body to stand up straight. Jump back off the box and repeat. Top tip: To make this harder, squat down as […]
We absolutely love spin class – it’s a fantastic way to challenge your determination, work your heart and lungs and tone up your muscles. But there’s a fine line between smashing a session and walking away feeling like you’ve wasted your time. From setting up your bike to keeping good form, here are our top […]
Want a new move that challenges you in more ways than one? Try the kettlebell jump. For kettlebell snobs, the kettlebell jump might not be a favourite, but we heart this move. It has all the benefits of a deadlift – working the entire lower body as well as the back – with a touch of […]
The farmer’s walk is an absolute staple move in our workout routines. Why? Because it’s super-simple and easy to nail, yet so effective. If you struggle with keeping perfect form when doing squats, deadlifts and the like, you’ll love this move – if you can walk, you can do a farmer’s walk. The farmer’s walk […]
We always harp on about how essential squatting is in your exercise routine. The wonder-move recruits a massive amount of muscle fibre in your body, making it a top choice for fat burning as well as toning those pins. Luckily for us squat lovers, there are tons of ways to vary the move to keep […]
So, what’s the key to avoiding injury this winter? With the temperature dropping, it’s even easier to hurt ourselves when working out. In the colder weather, our muscles tend to be a little tighter because our core temperatures are lower. With tight muscles comes less elasticity, making the muscles far more susceptible to injury while we’re working out. If you’re […]
Burn fat and tone up your bum and legs with this simple, effective workout! You’ll be turning heads in that LBD pronto!
It’s our move of the week – Squat Tone your bum with squats – one of the ultimate lower-body slimmers that will give you a pert tush. How to do it Stand with your feet around shoulder-width apart, or just slightly wider if this is more comfortable, holding a barbell in place, resting on the back […]
Single-leg squat Instructions Stand on one leg and bend your knee, lowering your bottom out behind you as far as comfortable. Keep your heel on the ground and knee in line with your toes. Push back up to the start and repeat. Perform the allotted reps on each leg to complete a full set. […]
Try this awesome squat challenge to get a seriously sexy bum in time for summer. If you’re getting ready for a beach holiday or simply want to firm up your legs and bottom, these exert tips from Sandy Macaskill, celebrity trainer at Barry’s Bootcamp (www.barrysbootcamp.com) may be just what you need. Try Sandy’s squat challenge […]
Bag yourself toned and sexy arms with these three easy moves.
Lateral raise Hold a dumbbell in each hand with arms by your sides, palms of hands facing each other. Without jerking the body, simultaneously raise both dumbbells up and out to the sides until they reach shoulder-height, keeping just a slight bend in the elbows. Slowly lower and repeat. Reps: 10
The clean and press is a great all-over toner. Throw this move on to the end of a workout as a ‘finishing’ move, or try five sets of five reps with a heavy, challenging weight to boost power. Instructions: Hold a barbell with arms extended down by your sides. Bend at the hips and knees to […]