Fitness News & Advice

Exercise is something we hear a lot about from medical professionals and the media, but how much of it is true? Let’s take a look at 14 common (and potentially dangerous) misconceptions about exercise.

Working the core is about more than just getting rock-hard abs. The core muscles also include the transverse and rectus abdominis, which are the muscles that run from below your sternum to your waist. Some of the back muscles are also considered part of the core family. We’ve come up with 12 reasons why you should focus on them.

Overall, if done correctly pilates can be the ultimate cross-training routine and may offer athletes of all abilities an opportunity to reach their next level. That said, let’s get into the specific benefits of pilates in the following list.

Both the average person looking to stay fit and athletes can fall into the overtraining trap. The end result is that the body won’t perform as well, which is the exact opposite of what you’re trying to achieve in the first place. We look into some facts about overtraining syndrome.

Even those who exercise on a regular basis are still prone to injuries, so even seasoned athletes so take precautions. Here are seven of the most common workout injuries, and how you can run around them.