I'm often asked, why do we not run or do box jumps and burpees at Physique? For sure, running can help you get cardiovascular fit and it can also help you lose weight, however scientific research has shown us that there are other ways we can become fitter and healthier, without the risks that running and jumping places on our bodies. The stress when we run or jump can cause injury and chronic fatigue as well as permanent damage to our bodies, something that we try and avoid a

Not long ago, the muscle-building activity known as weight training was generally considered to be the domain of exceptionally strong men who competed in sports such as powerlifting, and Olympic lifting. It was obvious that these athletes required high levels of strength and muscularity to excel in their chosen sport and that their physiques responded favorably to heavy resistance training. Typically, other athletes and individuals saw no reason to engage in weight training a

There is much scientific evidence that demonstrates the benefits of lifting weights. Some of the better-known benefits include: Improved muscle strength and tone – to protect your joints from injury. Maintaining flexibility and balance, which can help you remain independent as you age. Weight management and increased muscle-to-fat ratio – as you gain muscle, your body burns more kilojoules when at rest. May help reduce or prevent cognitive decline in older people. Greater sta

The National Foundation for Cancer Research identified that by strength training twice a week, the likelihood of dying from cancer was dramatically reduced by 31%. In fact, the overall likelihood for any type of premature death from any disease was decreased by 23%. In addition, the research identified that lifting weights was a key factor in preventing cancer, as it aids in lowering the levels of hormones such as oestrogen and insulin. This is beneficial because increased le

Randomised controlled trials by Harvard and Oxford university's have proven that strength training reduces anxiety, chronic pain, cognition, depression, fatigue symptoms, self-esteem, and sleep. Strength training is not only good for our physical health, but it benefits our mental health and cognitive capabilities too. Physical exercise can affect how much of certain proteins are made in the brain. In particular, the levels of a protein called brain derived neurotrophic facto