Category: Fitness

Apr 01
How To Treat A Sprained Foot

A sprain is a sudden twist or tear in the ligament within a joint. Common sprains occur around the ankles, wrists and feet. This violent motion causes pain and swelling. Severe ankle sprains can result in inflammation and swelling of the ankle joints. If you think you’ve sprained your ankles or foot, and aren’t experiencing […]

Mar 28
Three Healthy Post Workout Meals or Snacks Packed With Protein From Plants

Eating after you exercise is a fantastic way to promote muscle growth and weight loss. It is also a great way to help your body recover from intense exercise! Eating unhealthy foods during your recovery may be detrimental to your fitness progress, too. In this blog, we’re going to share some healthy post-workout meals that […]

Mar 20
The Minimum Amount of Exercise You Need And How To Get It

Getting in the minimum amount of exercise is extremely important for your health. Weight loss can occur through dietary changes, and if you’re neglecting another sweat session, you’ll miss out on the many health benefits. Doing the right type of exercise is important too, not so much the type of workout! What matters most is physical activity, […]

Mar 08
4 Important Workout Recovery Tips: How To Recover After A Workout

The recovery period after a training session is critical for muscle growth and muscle recovery. Your recovery days should always be included within your exercise routine, especially if you do intense workouts! Experts say that active recovery is perhaps the most important part of a workout session, so the question is “What is the best way […]

Mar 02
Disadvantages of Gymming At Home: 5 Reasons to Go To Gym

Gyming at home can come with a multitude of advantages, especially if you’re worried about getting COVID-19. But if you’re not worried, and you have space in your schedule to commute, is it still worth it? What are the disadvantages of gymming at home? What factors contribute to whether or not you should ask this […]

Mar 01
6 Reasons Why You Should Gym At Home

The times we find ourselves in right now are uncertain at best. COVID-19 has made going to a fitness club or getting a monthly gym membership almost unfeasable. So, if you can’t do your workouts at the gym, should you gym at home? We think so. Here are some reasons why you should gym at home during the COVID-19 pandemic. Reasons Why You Should Gym At Home […]

Feb 22
Home Workout Essentials

Kettlebell Toning your body and burning more calories is what’s probably on your mind. Kettlebells are great for doing exercises that use all of your muscles. You can do a wide variety of different exercises with a kettlebell. You can target specific muscle groups or do a full-body workout. Bluetooth Speaker Music literally impacts our […]

Feb 11
Knysna’s Gym With A View: Empire One Fitness Centre

Knysna’s Gym With A View Nestled at the topmost floor of the Knynsa Mall is where you will find Empire One Fitness Centre. The gym itself is flush with modern equipment and is always ready for the onslaught of fitness sessions that occur through season time. The gym itself has two floors. One the first […]

Feb 05
The Health And Fitness Centre of Plettenberg Bay

The Gym of Plettenberg Bay The Town of Plettenberg Bay The iconic beach town, Plettenberg Bay, is known for its exquisite beach fronts, majestic forests and breathtaking mountain ranges. The town has been a resort destination to travelers from all over the world for decades, and sits at the edge of the iconic Garden Route […]

Jan 29
How To Maintain COVID-19 Safety Protocols At The Gym

Going to the gym while maintaining COVID safety measures seems near impossible, but with the right effort, mindfulness and dedication, the right safety protocols can be implemented. If we take a look at the WHO’s guidelines for preventing the spread of COVID-19, we can apply certain practices while working out that will help us stay […]