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Fitness
by Majed Alhamad
Personal trainer and fitness expert Majed Al Hamad on how gyms and health centres will emerge post-pandemic
COVID-19 has taken a heavy toll on the mental health of entire nations, and while we wait to see how the virus behaves for the rest of the year,...
Posted at 09:06h
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by Majed Alhamad
Fitness expert and personal trainer Majed Al Hamad on why building a home gym is the key to training through lockdown and beyond.
We don’t yet know when gyms can reopen in the UK. Despite the latest Government announcement giving the green light to some service...
Posted at 09:45h
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by Majed Alhamad
Coronavirus continues to cause chaos around the world, and even as some countries start to move out of lockdown, some venues remain closed. Among these are gyms, swimming pools and fitness studios. With no access to a gym, keen exercisers are turning to at home...
Posted at 09:35h
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Wellness
by Majed Alhamad
Lots of people are feeling more anxious due to the coronavirus pandemic and ensuing lockdown. Whether we’re concerned about finances, our jobs or our family’s health, there are lots of reasons for anxiety to rise right now. It’s particularly difficult for people who are fully...
Posted at 11:50h
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by Majed Alhamad
Most people are now under some form of lockdown as the world battles the spread of Covid-19. However, being stuck indoors means increased levels of sedentary behaviour for many. It’s harder for frequent exercisers to stick to their plans, and for those that normally rely...
Posted at 08:22h
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Nutrition
by Majed Alhamad
Coronavirus is causing many people to review their diet and look at whether they’re getting the right minerals and vitamins to help boost their immune system. And while there is no single definitive answer about nutrition and its effect on our health, there are many...
Posted at 11:10h
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by Majed Alhamad
Exercise recovery is just as important for your health and fitness as having a great workout and diet, but how do you ensure your body can recover effectively?
From the moment you finish your workout you should be thinking about how to make the most of...
Posted at 10:05h
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by Majed Alhamad
Strong legs will help you do more and achieve more with every other aspect of your exercise regime, so leg exercises really matter for your overall fitness and health.
So you need to include leg work in your regime but doing an effective leg workout requires...
Posted at 15:49h
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by Majed Alhamad
Kettlebell exercises are a great alternative to ordinary free weights because of their unusual shape, and they can help build cardiovascular fitness as well as strength.
Like any piece of gym gear you need to know how to use a kettlebell effectively, so here are seven...
Posted at 12:24h
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by Majed Alhamad
What you eat before a workout can determine how well you perform and recover, so it’s vital that you understand your body and the food you’re putting in it.
The first thing to consider is what you are trying to achieve, as different exercise regimes require...