Losing weight is an obstacle that many people struggle with. Whether you are trying to lose 5 pounds or 50, the way that it is done is usually a little different depending on the person and their preference. We can all agree though, that we all have the same goal in mind – to lose […]
10 Tips to Improve Your Swimming Skills
Swimming is a sport for young and old alike. Whether you swim for pleasure or for fitness there are many ways you can improve your experience without actually hiring someone to coach you. The more frequently you can swim, the sooner you can experience the positive effects of this sport. There are many resources for […]
5 Things Nutritionists Do Every Weekend
Are your weekend habits really helping you to feel energized and refreshed? Do you often feel sluggish on Monday morning? Let’s face it, the busy modern woman works hard throughout the week and our first inclination might be to “over relax” the weekend away. Our minds tell us that this is what we need after […]
6 So-Called ‘Healthy’ Foods Nutritionists Wish You Would Stop Eating
Making healthy diet choices is harder than it seems, and there are many traps people can fall into while trying to have a good and healthful diet. There are many common misconceptions nutritionists are trying to debunk – foods that are commonly believed to be healthy but may be doing more harm than good. Smoothies, […]
Want to swim like Katie Ledecky? You can!
The core principles of swimming are pulling and kicking. Energy waste is the biggest problem for most swimmers, and can be solved by working harder. Conventional speed training calls for stroking faster, training more, and working through pain; however, it may not be the ideal training plan. Katie Ledecky’s technique is an excellent example of […]
Benefits of Water Aerobics
The stigma of Water aerobics is that only old, injured or pregnant people do it. On the contrary, there are several benefits of water aerobics for all people. Since being in water makes you 90% lighter, it is a great low impact alternative that can provide some much needed rest for your joints and ligaments. […]
Sun Exposure and Vitamin D – What’s the Right Balance?
The sun is a good source of Vitamin D and it is said that just 15 minutes of sun during the prime time of the day can give us our recommended amount of Vitamin D for the day. This is a better source of Vitamin D than any food can give us in their recommended […]
Self-esteem and Confidence – Mind Training Tips…
In addition to physical training, elite swimmers require mental training to increase their confidence and self-esteem in order to bring out their best possible performance. Many swimmers experience frustration during the inevitable ‘slumps and plateaus’ that come during competition and training. But true champions are able to cope with these difficulties and continue to improve. […]
6 Things We Can All Learn From Olympians
The road to the Olympics is a difficult and demanding one. The events involve the best that this world has to offer in terms of athleticism and skill. A lot of what makes an Olympian what they are can inform and inspire us as well. Olympians teach us to aim for what’s out of reach […]
1 Reason Your Workout Is Preventing You From Losing Weight
Do not neglect the wisdom of your elders. In particular, the wisdom regarding diet and exercise, as commonly said, “You can’t out exercise a bad diet.” Is your diet overturning the effects of your hard work? Do not allow this to continue! Here are some tips to make sure you get the most out of […]
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