Staying active will help you look and feel better. Here you’ll find the latest news on fitness trends, exercise and sports along with professional advice and tips from Activebeat’s own set of fitness experts.
Even the most seasoned athletes can get hurt if they don’t follow some relatively simple guidelines and don’t try to push too hard too quickly. That’s why it’s important to follow these 12 tips to avoid getting hurt while training.
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Exercise is something we hear a lot about from medical professionals and the media, but how much of it is true? Let’s take a look at 14 common (and potentially dangerous) misconceptions about exercise.
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Working the core is about more than just getting rock-hard abs. The core muscles also include the transverse and rectus abdominis, which are the muscles that run from below your sternum to your waist. Some of the back muscles are also considered part of the core family. We’ve come up with 12 reasons why you should focus on them.
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Overall, if done correctly pilates can be the ultimate cross-training routine and may offer athletes of all abilities an opportunity to reach their next level. That said, let’s get into the specific benefits of pilates in the following list.
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So you’ve decided you want to run a marathon – perhaps some of your friends have done it, or you just want to push your own limits. Keep in mind that a marathon is literally no walk in the park. It’s 26-miles of potentially hilly terrain, which can take a huge toll on an unprepared […]
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