How to avoid side stitches when exercising
Side stitches cause sharp pain and appear suddenly during exercise. Compress the affected area, slow down, breathe deeply and the pain goes away in a few minutes. To make them less frequent, strengthen your abdominal muscles, stretch, warm-up well and avoid running after a meal.
How do you start running?
In the beginning, alternate between brisk walking and running intervals, paying attention to the quality of your stride and breathing to find the right pace. Once you have improved your cardio, incorporate acceleration into your sessions. Cross-training with strength training in addition to running is the fastest way to improve your fitness.
How to compose a playlist for sport
To create the ideal playlist for sport, I stay close to the heart rate I want to achieve during training (calculated in BPM, for music as for sport). I rely on my taste in music, the lyrics that inspire me and the emotions I want to feel: concentration, fighting spirit, etc. I arrange the songs gradually, following the stages of my session.
Why should I buy a ProForm Pro 9000 treadmill?
Designed for moderate to intense use by various people, the Pro 9000 treadmill incorporates all the key features that have
made ProForm so successful: real-time adjustable speed and incline, iFIT Family access included for 1 year, comfort, total
immersion in the thousands of hours of training available to me, among other features. It covers a wide range of needs and
is a worthwhile investment for me and my family in the long term.
How to make your own well-being a priority?
To put your well-being first, make time for yourself throughout your day. Meditation, yoga, exercise, going out with friends, keeping a journal, creative activities… It’s up to you to find the little rituals that will help you to be yourself and to blossom into a physically and mentally healthy person.
What can I expect from the iFIT Beginner Cycling Series in Costa Rica?
The Costa Rica Beginner Bike series consists of 16 sessions spread over 4 weeks. With an interval session, a hill ride, a hike and stretching every week, I am progressing quickly and getting a good workout while enjoying the beautiful Costa Rican landscape.
What are the benefits of The Vue by ProForm fitness mirror?
The Vue by ProForm is an innovative fitness mirror, which takes the form of a mirrored reflective surface with an interactive touch screen. It pivots on a base so I can store the included dumbbells and weights when I’m done with my workout. I can easily control my posture throughout the workout as I can see myself performing the movements at the same time as my coach!
How do I choose my iFIT trainer according to my goals?
Whether I prefer rowing, running, cycling or cross-training, there’s an iFIT trainer for me. Choosing my coach on the iFIT application is easy! First, I click on “Browse”, then on “Search”, then I type the name of my favourite trainer, or I activate the “Trainer” filter to see the list of all the iFIT trainers and select mine.
How Do I Choose My First Pair of Running Shoes?
Choosing your first pair of running shoes helps you to enjoy yourself and to develop good habits. To find the ideal pair of trainers for running, I look for comfort with a shoe that suits my body shape and has good cushioning. I also take into account the terrain on which I run and my stride type.
Why and How Should I Choose a Rowing Machine to Train On?
By equipping myself with a rowing machine, I give myself every opportunity to improve my strength and cardio with a complete and easy-to-use device. This space-saving fitness machine offers many training possibilities. I choose the best one for me according to my budget, the space I have at home and the features I need to personalise my sessions!
