Fitpro life Magazine | Friday 18 May 12
Today's Health TIP
- Active people are less likely to develop chronic diseases and have reduced rates of mortality due to cardiovascular disease
May newsletter
May’s issue brings us into the ‘outdoor issue’ – ironic, we know. But despite the bad weather, this issue brings you all the best training ideas and inspiration you need to put on your anorak and get training. Read full article
Crazy races in crazy places
Here’s a round-up of just a few of the 100 Marathon Club members’ favourite races, from Running Crazy by Helen Summers. Read full article
Women’s running
Running is a great way to improve health. Here’s the Virtual Magazine guide to running events across the UK to get you inspired. Read full article
The principles of weight gain
While many gym goers and athletes competing in weight-classified sports focus on losing weight, there are many that hope to gain weight or ‘bulk up’, which needs to be managed as effectively as any weight-loss programme. Read full article
Staying fit on holiday
Training is regularly straightforward when you have an established routine. However, will a training break wreak havoc on your fitness goals? Read full article
Inappropriate clothing
If you were thinking of packing the Lycra for your gym session, think again. Paul Mumford pleads with those in the gym to look the part, and for good reason. Read full article
Air pollution and outdoor fitness
Worried about training outside because of pollution in a large city? Our FitPro experts assess if there is really anything to be concerned about. Read full article
Bikram yoga
Healing, rejuvenation and detoxification: the claims behind Bikram yoga are as colourful as its founder’s personal story. Tony Lycholat clears away the steam to locate the science behind the asanas. Read full article
Outdoor boot camp accessories
The popularity of outdoor workouts shows no sign of waning. Janey Holliday reviews kit which is easy to transport, affordable and builds an arsenal of killer exercises. Read full article
Weight training for women
Many women avoid lifting weights for fear it will make them look ‘too big’. Clare Rooney explains why the fear is unfounded. Read full article
76 not out!
Kay O’Regan is 76 and still running marathons. Despite only starting running when she was 50, she has run over 100 in total. From this extract in Running Crazy, she talks about training and her love of running marathons. Read full article
Olympic watch: Keri-Anne Payne
With little over two months to go, Olympic silver medallist and open water specialist Keri-Anne Payne talks about what it felt like to be the first athlete to qualify for the London 2012 Olympic Games. Read full article
Cut to the wick
Staying comfortable in the studio is crucial to good performance. Virtual Magazine takes a peek at sportswear’s secret weapon. Read full article
