Runner's knee often occurs in teenagers, manual labourers and athletes. Sometimes it is caused by wearing down, roughening, or softening of the cartilage under the kneecap. Whatever the cause, it [...]

Preventative sports taping can be used effectively in both the prevention and treatment of sports injuries. As an aid to prevention, the role of taping (or strapping) is to decrease [...]

Muscular endurance is the ability of a group of muscles to contract over a long time. Simply put, it's the ability to perform strenuous tasks, repeat a particular movement continuously, [...]

No one disputes the benefits of regular exercise but is daily exercise needed? Also, is it advisable to train every day? Frequent and regular cardiovascular exercise provides many benefits to [...]

Do you love running and jogging but your joints can’t take the steady pounding anymore? Looking for an alternative? Look no further! Nordic walking; walking with poles, is the hottest [...]

Mountain biking is a relatively young sport that consists of riding specially adapted bicycles off-road and often over rough terrain. It has become a very popular sport, for both men [...]

Five fabulous fitness tips Being fit allows you to get on with your life. It allows you to have enough energy to get through the day, to [...]

Your body uses food for energy and stores any excess energy as fat. To lose weight, your body must use up these stores of fat. If you increase your levels [...]

Choose an exercise that's right for you Any regular exercise can reduce stress and depression and improve your well-being and self-esteem. Consult your doctor before finding a workout that best [...]

Exercise is critical for good health. It helps protect you from serious diseases such as obesity, heart disease, some cancers, mental illness, diabetes and arthritis, helps you sleep better, fight [...]