Sleep apnoea, fitness and performance #73

Sleep Apnoea, Fitness and Performance #73 Discover how sleep apnoea can affect your fitness and athletic performance and the strategies you can use to overcome these challenges. In the world of fitness and athletic performance, people often talk about the importance of nutrition and training. An equally crucial but less talked about factor is sleep, specifically the effects [...]

Maximise muscle recovery: cold water immersion after a workout - top or flop? # 71

Maximise muscle recovery: Cold water immersion after a workout - top or flop? #71 The question of whether cold water immersion (CWI) is an effective method to promote muscle recovery after intense training is a matter of debate among athletes, coaches and scientists alike. A recent study at Maastricht University Medical Centre+ has provided new insight into this debate, showing that KWI is effective during [...]

How to return to sport safely and effectively after COVID-19 #67

How to return to exercise safely and effectively after COVID-19 #67 Discover valuable tips and strategies on how to return to exercise safely and effectively after COVID-19 to achieve your fitness goals. Returning to exercise after COVID-19 can be a challenge, but with the right preparation and a customised plan, it's possible to achieve your [...]

The importance of sleep: What happens with chronic sleep deprivation? #57

The importance of sleep: What happens when we are chronically sleep deprived? #57 Sleep is a fundamental pillar of health, comparable to diet and exercise. However, in our hectic world, sleep is often neglected, which can have far-reaching consequences for our health, performance and quality of life. In this article, we shed light on what happens with chronic sleep deprivation and why sufficient [...]

The relationship between sleep and physical performance #31

The link between sleep and physical performance #31 Sleep is one of the basic human needs. Yet many people neglect this important aspect of their lives, often because of work, family or leisure activities. Apart from affecting our general well-being, a lack of sleep can have a significant impact on our physical performance. In this blog post, we want to look at the [...]

Blood Tests and Fitness: Why You Should Get Regular Blood Tests #20

Blood Tests and Fitness: Why You Should Get Regular Blood Tests #20 Blood Tests and Fitness: As fitness enthusiasts, we invest a lot of time and energy in training and optimising our diet to improve our performance and achieve our health goals. But how many of us actively monitor our internal health through regular blood tests? In this [...]

Stress management for effective muscle building and fat loss - Your path to a healthier body #18

Stress Management for Effective Muscle Building and Fat Loss - Your Path to a Healthier Body #18 You may be surprised to learn that stress can affect not only your mental health, but also your physical progress in muscle building and fat loss. In this blog post, you'll learn how stress can affect your fitness goals and what strategies you can use to [...]