We use them without thinking every day to lift, bend, twist and even stand, but weak core muscles can lead to back pain, aches and injuries.
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It’s free, requires no equipment, can be done anytime, anywhere and has multiple mental and physical health benefits so it’s no wonder running is one of the world’s most popular sports.
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Ben Lucas, Director of Flow Athletic and Flow Athletic TV shares his tips for improving flexibility during the colder months.
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Forget coffee, here is why you should start your day with Surya Namaskar or Sun Salutation, every morning.
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There is such a thing as too much exercise, and some obsessive-compulsive fitness people may be doing themselves more harm than good by overdoing it.
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Say hello to strong, lean and beautifully sculpted upper arms with these simple yoga poses. Instructor Charlotte Dodson shows us how.
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The achy back, the hunched shoulders – bad posture affects many of us. In fact, an estimated 10% of people […]
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Get moving from the comfort of your own home and stay supple and toned with these easy exercises.
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Why not get your adrenaline pumping on some of Queenstown’s best mountain biking tracks? Try six of our favourite trails for autumn right now.
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This Saturday, yogis all around the world are grabbing their mats and practicing their poses to celebrate World Yoga Day. Turns out there’s more to down dog that you might think. Read on to learn the research-backed benefits of yoga.
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With the rise in wearable technology, tracking your heart rate has become a given when exercising. When you’re pounding the […]
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We all know that Pilates is great for core strength and fitness, but did you know it can also reverse the signs of ageing, and help balance hormone levels?
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Switch up your exercise routine with this year’s trendiest workouts.
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If you’ve ever wondered how Jennifer Lopez stays in shape, you’re in luck as the actress has shared part of […]
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A new study has found that any amount of running reduces the risk of early death.
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There’s now a number of reasons why HIIT should be your exercise of choice.
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Going to the gym isn’t always fun, but once you’ve finished your workout, you always feel better according to former First Lady, Michelle Obama.
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We get it – it’s wet, wild and windy out there. But here are nine reasons you should get moving this week and give your body and mind a winter pick-me-up.
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Calories burned per hour is a good measure of how intense a particular exercise is. So, what are some of the best ways to burn the most calories in an hour?
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Hula hooping has been around for decades. But while it was simply a cool party trick in the 1950s, it’s recently emerged as a new fitness fad. Our columnist thinks she’ll be a natural…
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The craze for HIIPA has health & exercise professionals talking – but can this trend towards incidental exercise ever be as good as a dedicated work-out? Our columnist Cat Rodie gives it a go to find out.
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It’s truly never too late to begin exercising. New research suggests that increasing activity in your 40s and 50s lowers risk […]
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Climbing stairs for a few minutes at short intervals throughout the day can boost heart health – new study. It […]
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Studies show that fitness or exercise can curb anxiety in patients dealing with a chronic illness such as heart and circulatory problems, fibromyalgia, arthritis, mental health problems, cancer, and breathing disorders.
The study demonstrates that aerobic exercise has profound effects on brain chemistry and physiology. The behavioural effects of a single exercise “intervention” include improved executive function, enhanced mood and decreased stress levels. The results are a big step toward understanding how the positive impact of exercise may accrue over time to cause long-lasting changes in the brain.
“Exercise interventions are currently being used to help address everything from cognitive impairments in normal ageing, minimal cognitive impairment and Alzheimer’s disease to motor deficits in Parkinson’s disease and mood states in depression,” Suzuki says.
So if you’re serious about keeping your mind healthy and active, it’s worth moving your body too.
Research conducted by Roy Morgan showed that almost three in four New Zealanders doesn’t eat the recommended daily amount of fruits and vegetables. Only around one in three Kiwi women and one in five men eat three or more serves of vegetables and two or more serves of fruit each day, the amount recommended by the New Zealand Ministry of Health.