Workout For Less Blog

Starting a yoga journey holds the potential for profound transformation, and having appropriate gear can greatly amplify your experience. Whether offering support, stability, or aiding in alignment, yoga equipment is pivotal in maximising your sessions. This guide explores indispensable yoga gear—mats, blocks, and accessories—offering valuable insights to empower informed decisions for your practice.

We all desire fitness – endurance, flexibility, strength, fat loss, muscle gain – the works. Yet, these aspirations often flood our minds simultaneously (hello, New Year's resolutions), leading to frustration and discouragement when progress feels elusive. It's disheartening to invest effort and fall short of our goals, leading many to abandon them altogether, leaving us feeling defeated. However, achieving our desired outcome is possible, considering many have already succeeded.

I never really understood what Parkinson’s disease was until my mum was diagnosed with it at the age of 71 and even then, I had no idea what that diagnosis really meant. So what did it mean and how did we deal with it together?

Carving out gym time can pose a challenge. Nevertheless, by investing in suitable home gym gear, you can reach your fitness milestones right within your own home. Don't fret about limited space! Below are the top 10 essential home gym equipment items tailored for compact areas, ensuring you can enjoy a comprehensive workout within the comfort of your living quarters or bedroom.

In the journey towards fitness and muscle development, we often prioritise exercise and diet, neglecting a crucial factor: sleep. However, sufficient rest is vital for recuperation, repairing muscles, and maintaining overall physical and mental health

There’s no denying that exercise is good for us and improves not just our physical health but also our mental health. It’s great if you can get to the gym but there may be times when this isn’t possible but that’s not an excuse. There are countless exercises which can be done at home. Here are 6 easy examples.

In our modern, fast-paced lives, making it to the gym can be tough. But fear not! With a proper home workout plan, you can maintain your fitness levels right from the comfort of your own living room. The beauty of it? You don't need any fancy gear to break a sweat. So, let's delve into 10 efficient home workouts that require minimal equipment, ideal for those hectic days when time is tight.

Are you experiencing muscle stiffness and tightness from prolonged desk work or intense workouts? Introducing stretching into your daily regimen can greatly improve your flexibility, mobility, and overall health. Whether you're a yoga enthusiast or just starting out, here are simple methods to integrate stretching into your daily schedule and enjoy its advantages.

Feeling stagnant in your fitness routine? Ready to elevate your fitness journey? It's time to inject some excitement with fitness challenges. Whether you're a seasoned gym enthusiast or a newbie, these challenges are designed to push your boundaries, conquer plateaus, and accelerate your progress toward your goals.

Pull-ups are tough but super effective for beefing up those arm and upper body muscles. Yet, figuring out how many to crank out every day can be a bit of a head-scratcher for most of us. To really nail this exercise, it's worth checking out what factors come into play when it comes to how many pull-ups you should be doing. That way, you can find the sweet spot that suits your fitness goals just right!

Lunges are one of my favourite exercises for developing the legs. They are a great quad builder and can be used to hit the hamstrings and glutes too. There's one catch though...not all lunges were created equal. Learn the differences between forward and reverse lunges to protect your knees and improve your leg workouts.

Many fitness enthusiasts wonder whether it's safe and effective to lift dumbbells every day. While consistency is key to progress, it's essential to understand the potential benefits and risks associated with daily weight lifting. In this blog we discuss the pros and cons along with some handy workout tips.