Check it out: Getting back into a healthier groove

by Stu King 2020 was an unusual year for just about everybody on the planet… to put it mildly. Profound changes came in wave after wave. We all felt like we lost control over our lives. In the midst of all this though, I realized that no matter what, we still have control over: 1) […]

As we all resume more and more normal-looking lives, it’s still key to remain … well, healthy. And in times like these, immunity matters more than ever. So, what does exercise have to do with it? Moderate physical activity supports immunity, as many studies have found. But can you overdo it? Can too much of […]

We all know that exercise is good for you. But what kind, exactly? New studies indicate a surprising result: the amount of muscle power is related to a longer life. What is muscle power? It’s about how fast you can move (moderately heavy) things. That is somewhat  different from how much maximum weight you can […]

Muscles work because your nerves are commanding them to do so. No wonder then that both the brain and the nerve connection have a huge influence on training. How huge? In studies, researchers could show that subjects were able to train muscles that had been immobilized in a cast just by thinking about moving the […]

Ever since I made my acquaintance with flat resistance bands, I have become a major proponent of band training. Many regular and fit-looking exercisers (but not Band users) who have set foot in Tribody Fitness get this surprised “OMG” look on their faces when they first experience a band exercise and even more so, a […]

The squat is a basic movement. Everyone should know how to squat properly, even when they’re not lifting weights. It is just a feature of regular life to squat down in many situations. Just imagine carrying shopping bags and putting them down! The goal of proper squat technique is to protect your knees and back […]

Many of us have tried strategies for fat loss or weight maintenance. One of these is intermittent fasting: to eat only during parts of the day. But, what is actually happening when you do this? A new study tried to find out. It combined intermittent fasting with another idea that’s been around, to eat your […]

They may look easy, but Kettlebell swings are quite technical. It takes a fair bit of practice to swing the kettlebell in the explosive manner in which it is meant to be done. In my experience, many tend to over-think it and try to control the descending momentum. They would lift the bell up with […]

Last installment of our workouts for Triathletes! No time for the gym? You can do all of these at home. We already posted the runner’s workout, and the cyclist’s workout. This one is the swimmer’s workout. If you live in Singapore, come by and check out our group training workouts at 50 Joo Chiat place.