Flexibility is one of the primary fitness components however, it’s so often belittled by its ‘heavy lifting’ counterparts, such as muscular strength and aerobic fitness developments. What’s the point in sitting on a mat and stretching, right? Well, turns out, there’s plenty of reasons to include flexibility in your routine. Click on the image to find out.

Its the beginning of another busy term and sometimes trying to fit exercise into an already busy schedule can be tough… But it’s also worth it. The extra study combined with the usual pressures associated with young adulthood may feel overwhelming, and exercise can help you to cope during this period. Additionally, staying active might actually help you to study better! Pens down – it’s time to get moving…

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A balanced diet is one where you eat a wide variety of mostly healthy foods in moderation. There’s a big difference between eating well and becoming obsessive about calories, portion size and ‘clean eating’. Being healthy isn’t just about the way you look or how much you weigh.

Click on the image to see how you can use the healthy food guide to get a balance.

There are so many reasons why being physically active is important. Click on the image to see the many benefits that go beyond the gym.

• If you are having trouble feeling the physical exercise vibes remember you are investing in yourself... and it is not a bad way to pass some time during isolation.

''Every workout counts even if it’s only for 15 minutes. Just do it.”

Body weight training — using only your body weight for resistance — can be an effective type of strength training and a good addition to your fitness program. The resistance training effect you get from using your body weight can be as effective as training with free weights or weight machines

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Healthy eating doesn’t need to be overwhelming. Making one or two slightly healthier choices in how you fill your plate each day may help create more sustainable shifts and encourage long term change in nutrition habits; rather than feel like you have to get everything perfect all of the time.

Click on the image to see 9 food alternatives you can swap out to make some of your favorite foods slightly healthier