If your idea of workout gear is a ratty t-shirt, old shorts and old trainers, you may want to rethink your outfit. Experts say that what you wear can actually influence your workout habits, length and intensity.
Comfort is key and different clothing styles can work for different activities. Consider which activities in which you will be participating. Ask an instructor, a reliable expert friend, or visit your local sporting goods store for advice on what type of clothing is neccessary to be the most comfortable and safe while performing a certain activity or participating in your sport of choice.
Another facet of comfort is feeling good in the clothes you're wearing. Choosing a flattering workout outfit can help to boost a person's confidence, even if he or she isn't at his or her target weight or fitness level. Choosing clothing that neither fits too tightly nor too loosely allows for movement and a more appealing silhouette, which can create a higher self image while sweating it out in the gym or on the field. Having a higher self image while working out could help a person stick with an exercise programme for a longer period of time.
Finally, proper support gear for the body can help extend a person's workout. Most importantly, make sure that you're wearing the proper shoes for your foot type and workout activities. Ask your doctor if you might need special insoles. If you have weak knees or ankles, you may want to think about a support brace, although this is not a substitute for proper physical therapy.
Finally, coming into 2008, the trendiest and most exciting additions to your wardrobe are technological gadgets. From heart monitors to time pieces, to wearable fitness coaches, technology on the go can both help boost your fitness regime and also help you to look great and accomplish your goals. When it comes to fashion, everyone's different, but don't forget to suit yourself!
Monday 28 April 2008
Saturday 26 April 2008
Fit Kids: making efforts in 2008
A worldwide survey conducted by the American College of Sports Medicine revealed that, among several fitness trends in 2008 was combatting the growing child obesity crisis. Children in the United States now have the possibility of a lower life expectancy than their parents because of the epidemic, and the UK is following suit. Parents are encouraged by the UK government to start modifying their children's diets and to encourage children to get away from video games and the telly and to get moving.
The weather is warming up and summer will be fast approaching. There will be plenty of opportunity for children to participate in outdoor activities. However, events can become rained out and allergies can prevent some children from fully enjoying the outdoors. New gym facilities geared toward younger participants obliterate excuses to sit around on the sofa in any season.
Gyms made for kids help to teach children to use their muscles efficiently and to be active from an early age. Developing coordination, balance and strength not only helps children's physical health, but attending active classes also can help build confidence and social skills.
A large influence on children's activity level is the activity level of the parents, so, if you are not moving with your kids, now is the time to start!
The weather is warming up and summer will be fast approaching. There will be plenty of opportunity for children to participate in outdoor activities. However, events can become rained out and allergies can prevent some children from fully enjoying the outdoors. New gym facilities geared toward younger participants obliterate excuses to sit around on the sofa in any season.
Gyms made for kids help to teach children to use their muscles efficiently and to be active from an early age. Developing coordination, balance and strength not only helps children's physical health, but attending active classes also can help build confidence and social skills.
A large influence on children's activity level is the activity level of the parents, so, if you are not moving with your kids, now is the time to start!
Tuesday 22 April 2008
Love me, love my gym membership
Single and finding it hard to find a "fit" partner? Posting personal web ads only to attract scads of couch potatoes? Tired of daydreaming about fellow fitness diehards at your local gym because you don't feel comfortable approaching them in real life? Web entrepreneurs have answered the prayers of active singles who seek likeminded mates. Dozens of fitness dating sites have swooped onto the scene.
The UK's own, Dateactive, not only provides an interactive dating site, but also keeps members posted on various fitness activities in the UK and all over Europe. Whether you seek a fitness buddy or an athletic mate, this site allows you to browse sporty singles and contact them for a membership fee of £15/month. Singles events are also arranged by the site as an in-person meet-and-greet fun activity. As a bonus feature, you also get a daily horoscope.
Looking for singles outside of the UK? FitSingles.com has access to active singles all over the world. Keeping the active individual in mind, the Website also has access to activities and events, which allow person-to-person interaction. The site also has a chat feature, allowing for real-time conversation for those shy persons to warm up to a potential mate or activity partner.
Website entrepreneurs are springboarding off of the success of internet dating sites such as Match.com, and developing more specialized online dating services. Gone are the days of scrolling endlessly through potential partners to find the one or two who share similar fitness interests. Gone are the days of posting an ad that's answered by people whose idea of a workout is getting up to grab another beer from the fridge. Developers are creating sites for likeminded people, hopefully increasing people's chances of finding "the one."
The UK's own, Dateactive, not only provides an interactive dating site, but also keeps members posted on various fitness activities in the UK and all over Europe. Whether you seek a fitness buddy or an athletic mate, this site allows you to browse sporty singles and contact them for a membership fee of £15/month. Singles events are also arranged by the site as an in-person meet-and-greet fun activity. As a bonus feature, you also get a daily horoscope.
Looking for singles outside of the UK? FitSingles.com has access to active singles all over the world. Keeping the active individual in mind, the Website also has access to activities and events, which allow person-to-person interaction. The site also has a chat feature, allowing for real-time conversation for those shy persons to warm up to a potential mate or activity partner.
Website entrepreneurs are springboarding off of the success of internet dating sites such as Match.com, and developing more specialized online dating services. Gone are the days of scrolling endlessly through potential partners to find the one or two who share similar fitness interests. Gone are the days of posting an ad that's answered by people whose idea of a workout is getting up to grab another beer from the fridge. Developers are creating sites for likeminded people, hopefully increasing people's chances of finding "the one."
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