When it comes to exercising during pregnancy, there are plenty of benefits for both mother and baby. From preparing your body for labour to reducing back and pelvic pain and improving your postpartum recovery, if you’ve been cleared by your healthcare provider to stay active, finding a way to move your body should be part … Read more
We’ve all heard the jokes about skipping leg day, but plenty of us smash out a weekly lower-body session focusing heavily on glute and quad strength without giving enough love to our hamstrings. Do yourself (and your hammies) a favour and make sure some of these exercises are in your routine – your lower body … Read more
Every runner you see out there pounding the pavement had a day one. Every. Single. One. And if you’ve been trying to figure out what your day one is even supposed to look like – we’ve got you. Whether you just want to add a bit of jogging into your weekly routine for variety and … Read more
Carbs are your friend. A chunky sandwich, loaded sweet potatoes, a cosy bowl of oats, or a brown rice poke bowl with ALL the toppings – carbohydrates are an essential component of a healthy, balanced diet. This important macronutrient is your body and brain’s primary source of energy, while also supporting optimal recovery and focus, … Read more
We’ve recently dropped a few of the YogaFokus trainer’s favourite recipes in the Food section of the YogaFokus app, with delicious breakfast ideas from Katie Martin and Ruba Ali, some of Kelsey Wells’ go-to lunches and snacks, and some of Kayla Itsines and Britany Martin’s most-loved dinner options. Among them? This delicious Thai Green Chicken … Read more
If following a program dedicated to one training style isn’t your jam, The 3-2-1 Method could be exactly the kind of routine you’re looking for. This new program from Katie Martin features a weekly lineup of workouts that includes three strength training days, two Pilates sessions, and one cardio session. While this workout trend initially … Read more
Most of us aren’t strangers to stretch marks. As women especially, it’s common to bear these stripes on areas such as our thighs, breasts, stomachs and glutes – initially appearing as red, purple or brown and then eventually fading to white or silver over time like any other scar. And just like with any other … Read more
Imagine this. You’re adjusting to life as a new mum, navigating your return to exercise post-pregnancy and getting to know your body again. And then, you find out you’re expecting another baby. It’s an experience YogaFokus trainer Sarah Smith knows all too well. Juggling fitness and family can be hard enough, but caring for a … Read more
Over the last few years, YogaFokus trainer Ruba Ali has completely overhauled her relationship with exercise, transforming her fitness philosophy and bouncing back from the burnout that prompted her break from the fitness industry in the process. Shifting her approach from a strict training regime to the flexible, feel-good style you can try for yourself … Read more
Building core strength is an amazing fitness goal that will benefit you in every workout you do and every move you make in everyday life, but stronger abs don’t have to involve millions of mind-numbing crunches. Why add weight? Let’s say you started your strength training journey with a zero-equipment program to build your confidence … Read more
