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What time of the day to workout It’s an ongoing debate in the exercise industry: Is it better to work out in the mornings or evenings?There are a lot of different opinions on the best time to work out each day. Some suggest mornings are the best for fat burning others point to lunch time as the best…others are afternoon or after dinner exercisers.Some studies suggest people who get up and at 'em in the morning have lower blood pressure during the day and get better sleep. However, other … read more

Hydration and Sports Being surrounded by water, it’s easy to think you are immune from the effects of dehydration. However you’re still sweating in the pool, even if you don’t know about it. Unfortunately the body can’t absorb water, so drinking water the normal human way is the only way to prevent dehydrating during training. Dehydration affects swimmers just as much as it does any other athletes who train and compete on land. The effects of dehydration are many, including headache … read more

Music for Working Out Music can be a great tool to help you exercise. It can get you pumped up for a workout or take your mind off the pain your legs might be in. Research shows that music makes people less aware of their exertion, meaning they can enhance their performance by up to 15 per cent. It can also elevate your mood and pull you out of a slump. To get the most out of your tunes, match your song to the intensity of your workout. Songs with 150 - 170 beats per min … read more