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Pros and Cons of New Year’s Fitness Resolutions

According to statistics, around 11% of gym memberships are taken out during January with around 30% stating that it was part of a New Year’s resolution to lose weight and get healthier. After all, it is thought that the majority of these resolutions are fitness related as couch potatoes and exercise avoiders vow to make …

3 Ways to Burn Christmas Calories

Although it is said that ‘calories don’t count’ during the festive period, many people will discover that they have put on an extra pound or two in the New Year. Luckily, it is possible to combat Christmas calories with a few simple steps. Read on as the team here at The Healthy Living and Fitness …

The Importance of Safe Running Footwear

A surprising number of runners actually wear unsuitable footwear for the workouts that they complete. After all, the terrain that can be found outdoors is incredibly varied, particularly if an athlete likes to partake in off-road running, which means that a supportive pair of trainers is an essential part of any outfit. Read on as …

How to Prevent DOMS

Every year more and more people become a certified couch potato as they inadvertently reduce their exercise intake and consume an unbalanced and unhealthy diet. Here at The Healthy Living and Fitness, we want to ensure that our readers understand how to deal with common exercise dilemmas that may put people off before they’ve even …

The Lowdown on Interval Training

As the hottest new trend of the fitness market, interval training is one of the most intense workouts around. After all, it forces the body to adapt quickly in order to improve an athlete’s performance and abilities. With this said, many people incorrectly believe that HIIT workouts are reserved only for the experienced when this …

The Causes of Neck Pain

The biology of the neck is incredibly complex and many people are surprised to find that there is very little there in order to protect it from damage. After all, it is made up of vertebrae that extend from the base of the skull and join onto the spine and these vertebrae are supported by …