exercise Archives - Kaye Louise Fitness https://kayelouisefitness.co.uk/tag/exercise/ Get fit. Have fun. Be healthy. Sun, 19 Nov 2023 21:20:07 +0000 en-GB hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.3 https://kayelouisefitness.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/KLF-favicon-150x150.png exercise Archives - Kaye Louise Fitness https://kayelouisefitness.co.uk/tag/exercise/ 32 32 Technique is everything. Nail the basics! https://kayelouisefitness.co.uk/technique-is-everything-nail-the-basics/ https://kayelouisefitness.co.uk/technique-is-everything-nail-the-basics/#respond Sun, 19 Nov 2023 21:20:07 +0000 https://kayelouisefitness.co.uk/?p=2012 As a fitness professional and busy mum myself, I know how tempting it can be to rush through workouts in the small pockets of time we get. But using proper form with each exercise you do is vital for getting results and avoiding injury. There are some moves which are included in the majority of […]

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Here are some tips to perfect your technique on several foundational moves:

Squats: Stand with feet slightly wider than hip width, turn toes out slightly. Send hips back like sitting in a chair, keeping chest lifted and weight in heels. Aim to get thighs parallel or below to floor. Press through heels to return to start, squeeze your glutes at the top of the movement.

Lunges: Big step forward with one leg, lowering until both knees are bent at 90 degree angles. Make sure the front knee doesn’t go past the toe. Push back to start position through the heel and repeat on the other side. Keep the torso upright and core engaged.

Pushups: Place hands shoulder width apart, wrists straight. Lower chest to floor, keeping elbows tucked close to sides and body in straight line. Press back up to start. Modify on your knees if needed.

Planks: Forearms on floor shoulder width apart, hands clasped. Engage your core, keeping the back flat and hips level with shoulders and heels. Don’t sink or pike hips. Hold for 30-60 seconds.

Burpees: Stand tall, then squat down and place hands on the floor just outside your feet. Jump or step feet back into plank position. Do a pushup here if you can. Jump feet in toward hands, stand or jump back up and reach arms overhead.

Focus on breathing out as you exert force and engage your core throughout all exercises. Move slowly with control to ensure you have the correct technique. Use lighter weights or bodyweight until each move feels stable and strong. Perfect practice makes perfect! Taking the time to master proper technique will help you achieve fitness goals safely and efficiently.

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Exercise is a crucial component of overall health and well-being. Regular physical activity can help reduce the risk of chronic diseases, improve mental health, and increase longevity. Here are some reasons why exercise is so important for overall health:

First, exercise can help reduce the risk of chronic diseases. Regular physical activity has been shown to lower the risk of heart disease, stroke, type 2 diabetes, and some types of cancer. Exercise can also help manage symptoms of chronic conditions such as arthritis, osteoporosis, and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).

Second, exercise can improve mental health. Physical activity has been shown to reduce symptoms of anxiety and depression, and can improve mood and overall well-being. Exercise can also improve cognitive function, including memory and attention.

Third, exercise can help maintain a healthy weight. Regular physical activity can help burn calories and build muscle mass, which can help prevent obesity and maintain a healthy body weight.

Fourth, exercise can improve cardiovascular health. Regular exercise can help improve heart health by reducing blood pressure, lowering cholesterol levels, and improving circulation.

Fifth, exercise can increase longevity. Studies have shown that regular physical activity is associated with a longer lifespan and a reduced risk of premature death.

Finally, exercise should be fun!  It’s a celebration of health and a way to care about yourself and the body you live in.  

In conclusion, exercise is a critical component of overall health and well-being. Whether it’s through structured exercise programs, sports, or simply incorporating more physical activity into daily life, regular exercise can help reduce the risk of chronic diseases, improve mental health, maintain a healthy weight, improve cardiovascular health, and increase longevity. Remember, it’s never too late to start exercising or to get ‘back into it’ – even small amounts of physical activity can have massive health benefits and I’d encourage anyone to prioritise it.  No-one ever regretted a workout!

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