As temperatures drop and outdoor training continues through winter, many people notice their joints feeling unusually tight, so we spoke with a glucosamine expert to explain why this happens.
For example, the 4-7-8 breathing technique involves breathing in for 4 seconds, holding that breath for 7 seconds, and then exhaling for 8 seconds. This helps focus the mind and body on breathing, calming your nerves and helping to decrease anxiety symptoms.
From measuring steps to monitoring heart rates, fitness apps have become our virtual personal trainers. But have we ever stopped to reassess our chosen fitness platform's coherency and suitability for our unique needs?
Ali Malik is a personal trainer & founder of Fit Labs Kensington. Below, he reveals why it's important to workout outside, as the seasons change and we experience lighter mornings and evenings, with his top tips for exercising outside.