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Kinesis – Movement

Fitness, Weight Loss

Science was a cornerstone in the development of Kinesis.
The fitness industry has grown up and grown out of resistance machines that only move in one plane.

Kinesis brings a whole new dynamic way of training body, mind and soul.
It mixes functionality with creativity and in doing so enables an infinite number of exercises with Kinesis.
Used for sport specific, rehabilitation, endurance, explosive, young, old, novice and professional, the Kinesis really is for everybody and anybody.

The three pillars of Kinesis is strength, stability and flexibility. Kinesis achieves these three pillars by incorporating balance, proprioception on an uneven surface and controlling your body in space and all in an environment where you can fully extend the body.

Benefits of the kinesis is:

increased coordination
increased strength
increased balance
stronger core stability
increased flexibility
increased endurance
proper posture

In Kinesis training 30% more calories will be burned compared to traditional equipment training. A higher work volume can be achieved in a shorter period of tme.

Kinesis means movement. This type of workout is movement education for the ody and mind. This training is different from traditional exercise . Time in movement is the goal here, rather than reps. Movement training is FUN!

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Train your Brain

Fitness

Fitness training is much more than just becoming lean, fit and healthier. Yes, we all go the gym to do that above all else… well most of us ( haha ).

Training your brain is equally important. A more academic word for this is Neuromuscular Skills ( NMS ). Basically, you want to make sure that you also challenge your brain just as much as you challenge your body. Obviously for sport this is very important. Hand and eye coordination drills, multiple and complex movement exercises is not just for the serious sports contender.

Simply put, the more you have to think about doing an exercise , the more you are developing your Neuromuscular Skills.

For example, doing a squat, while holding two different weighted medicine balls and moving them through three planes is but one example that you can train your brain. You have to focus on doing a squat correctly, while keeping your arm in line and moving them in a proper rhythm. You get the picture.

Also incorporating some boxing punches that combine different combinations isn’t just an arm toning workout but will develop your coordination.

Jab, jab, hook…  left, left, right hook etc etc… you get the picture.

Instead of just doing the old boring routine that uses nothing more than your arm going up and down, take it up a notch by working out a complex routine.

Another plus point is off course your muscles will work harder cause they won’ be used to such complex movements, which means they actually have to work.

I’m sure that I don’t need to tell you about the endless advantages, faster weight loss, more strength, better and quicker results.

So think NMS and open up a whole new world

Happy training!

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Take it slow… RECOVER

Fitness

Whether you’re brand new in the gym or a seasoned athlete, RECOVERY time applies to everybody. Bottom line: your body needs time to rest. In fact, your recovery time is more important than the workout itself. This is when the body actually really gets to work. It is during this time that cells and muscle tissue gets rebuild and becomes stronger and more efficient and prepares itself for the next workout. Without sufficient time to recover, you’re going into a training session with a broken down body and that is what do not want.

Recovery is the time you give your body to… well… RECOVER. But equally important than the time in between your workouts is also the food that you put into your body. This plays a vital role in the body’s ability to repair itself, not just physically but also mentally. The food that you put into your body feeds body and mind.

Obviously depending on what kind of work you are doing, depends on what kind of food you want to put into your, body but one thing is universal. Your body needs the right combination of proteins, carbohydrates and fats as well as vitamins and minerals.

If you are focusing on losing weight, focus on lean proteins, complex carbohydrates and plant fats. If your focus is endurance like me, carbohydrates is important, however lean proteins and fats is equally important. Whatever you are doing, always try and get a balanced meal into your body right after your session, whether in the form of a meal replacement, which is a good option if you are a busy professional,  or a healthy prepared meal if you have more time.

Signs of over-training and lack of proper recovery is:

  • Washed-out feeling, tired, drained, lack of energy
  • Mild leg soreness, general aches and pains
  • Pain in muscles and joints
  • Sudden drop in performance
  • Insomnia
  • Headaches 
  •  (increased number of colds, and sore throats)
  • Decrease in training capacity / intensity
  • Moodiness and irritability
  • Depression
  • Loss of enthusiasm for the sport
  • Decreased appetite
  • Increased incidence of injuries
  • So, in conclusion, realise the importance of rest and give your body the break it deserves and you’ll find that you’ll be able to perform better over the long term.

    Enjoy your training

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