How gym training supports youth development – body, mind and self-esteemGym training for teenagers isn’t just about building muscle.It is, above all, a tool for growth – both physical and mental.Regular exercise improves concentration, confidence and stress resilience, which is especially important during adolescence, when the body and identity are changing and developing. Physical development…
The inspiration for this article came from my good colleague at work, Eklena.She always approaches her duties with full commitment, but recently she mentioned that she doesn’t sleep very well, feels tired, and isn’t rested after a night’s sleep. This prompted me to look for answers on why sleep is so important and what we…
In previous article, we explained why “silent” training is dangerous and how to sync breath with movement. Now it’s time to dive into advanced strength training breathing – techniques used by top athletes to lift heavy without injury. World-class powerlifters like Hafþór Júlíus Björnsson (“The Mountain” from Game of Thrones) rely on two things: diaphragmatic…
Breathing is the foundation of life – that’s obvious.But breathing technique during strength training is a topic that often gets overlooked.Yet how and when you breathe during exercise impacts not only the effectiveness of your workout but also your safety. A bad habit?Training “silently”. Many people feel embarrassed to breathe loudly in the gym.But suppressing…
C187H291N45O59 – continued: The popularity of Ozempic (see article on Ozempic) has sparked a real trend for “miracle weight loss drugs.”Saxenda is part of that group too — a cousin of Ozempic, working on the same principle: stimulating GLP-1 receptors.The effect?Reduced appetite, slower gastric emptying, weight loss. But here’s the question that needs to be…
After publishing my article:“How Jogging Supports Weight Loss and Builds Character – My Personal Experience”and after many conversations with fellow gym-goers and a consultation with a sports physician friend, I decided to expand on that article.So here it is – I’m adding more context and sharing my personal case. When it came to weight loss,…
Jogging for weight loss isn’t just a catchphrase from a fitness magazine.It’s a real way to make a change – not only in your body, but in how you think about yourself and your life. I’m not an influencer.I don’t have a six-pack (not yet – but it’s starting to show) or thousands of likes.What…
Sausage sandwich or shake? A surprising comparison of two “fast” meals. Can a shake be better than a “normal” meal?Sounds like a marketing gimmick?I used to think so too.But then came the analysis: numbers, ingredients, facts.And you know what?Sometimes what seems artificial… is smarter than our everyday food choices. Stage 1: What do we eat…
You’re working on yourself.You want to lose weight, look better, grow professionally, earn more, achieve your goals.And suddenly – instead of support – you get strange looks, snide remarks, seemingly caring “advice,” and fake kindness. 🔹 “Aren’t you overdoing it? You already look sick.”🔹 “It’s better to enjoy life than torture yourself like that.”🔹 “Let’s…
A Decision for Health and Better Well-being: My Path to Conscious Weight Loss Deciding to lose weight consciously is a key step toward better health.Weight loss isn’t just about numbers on the scale—it improves overall well-being, from better sleep to lower cholesterol levels.I experienced these changes myself, and my inspiration was my wife, who had…
