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Competing in an endurance event can be very taxing on your body and it is therefore extremely important to have a recovery plan.  Immediately after a race your body needs to begin the process of physical recovery, and it is important to ensure you do what is necessary in the minutes, hours and even days [...]

Every one of us has an internal body clock that regulates our daily sleep - wake patterns. It governs the release and timing of most energy, mood and sleep related hormones. One of the biggest obstacles facing people who are trying to change the way they look and feel is getting them to understand the importance of getting to sleep on time.

Beginners attempting their first endurance event, rarely consider more than one variable when developing their training plan.

Taking care of your body by engaging in a training program is a very smart way of looking after yourself and investing in a healthy future. But training to improve functional ability and/or appearance is just one part of the puzzle.

There are 3 very important factors to consider in order to turn your training program into a huge success.

We all start training with the best of intentions at a time when our motivation levels are high. But how often do you really stick to your program? Have you ever found it hard to stay inspired or committed to your sessions?

In our modern world stress is a part of everyday life but not all of it is bad. Some people need stress to be productive in their work and thrive on the motivation that stress provides. Sadly though this is not always the case and all too often people become overstretched by a world of commitments, obligations and ambitions, resulting in a level of stress that can have negative effects on individual health and people’s relationships with others.

The important role that sleep plays in helping you to achieve your fitness goals shouldn’t be overlooked. If you are committing yourself to an effective training program and a well balanced nutritional plan, then it is essential that you allow your body the time it needs to reward your efforts.

Strength or resistance training is usually associated with bodybuilders, athletes and exercise enthusiasts, but did you know that it can have just as many benefits for your grandmother? In actual fact, all populations including pre-adolescent children, men, women, the elderly, injured and sick can all experience huge benefits from strength training.