Swimming

5 Ways to Build Confidence in the Water

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No matter your age or ability, it can be hard to have confidence in any walk of life, but one area that many people suffer a real lack of confidence is swimming, however, we’re here to change that. Swimming is a fantastic way to keep fit through a low impact exercise as well as being a life saving skill that everyone should know. While it is great to develop these skills as you grow up, sometimes that simply isn’t possible or a sense of fear held you back, but it’s never too late to begin discovering the joy swimming can provide. So, to help we’ve put together six of our top tips on how to build your confidence in the water, whether you seek to become an Olympic Champion or simply want to enjoy a dip in the pool while on holidays, let’s dive in.

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What Are Low Impact Exercises?

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We often hear about low impact verses high impact workouts, but what exactly is a low impact workout? Throughout this blog we’re going to give you the quick run down as to not only what low impact exercises are, but also the benefits of them. As well as that we will bring you through a few examples of low impact exercises and how you can integrate them into your fitness routines. So, let’s jump right into the world of low impact exercises.

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How Often Should You Work Out?

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It’s one of life’s biggest questions; how often should you work out? Whether you are a beginner or someone more advanced in your fitness journey, you can question if you work out enough or too much, or maybe you have the perfect balance. No matter your questions we’re here to help you in this blog which will outline the basics around hitting that sweet spot when it comes to working out. So, let’s dive right in with some suggestions for those beginning on their fitness journey.

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8 Reasons to Build Your Fitness Levels

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We all know how important people say staying fit and healthy is, but the real question is why? Why should you focus on improving your fitness levels, what are the benefits for you? The truth is there are more benefits than we can list in this single blog, but there are definitely a few that stand out. So, if you’re debating whether or not to start your fitness journey, here are eight top reasons why you should jump right in.

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5 Best Workouts for Stress Relief

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Life can be pretty stressful, especially around this time of year when it can be extra busy, but it’s important to have methods to relieve stress and build a healthier, happier mind as well as body. While exercise on the whole is a great way to reduce mental and physical stress, there are certain workouts

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Ways to Keep Fit During a Busy Schedule

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We all know that exercising is a good thing to do, but often we take the easy route and say we can’t fit it into our busy schedules. Between work, college, parenting, meeting friends, and everything in the middle it can indeed be tough to stay on top of your fitness game. However, that’s why we’re here to help with some top tips on how to squeeze in your fitness commitments into your schedule. Keep on reading to find out our simple steps on how to balance your fitness and the rest of your life.

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Alternative Cardio Exercises to Running

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We all know that exercise is vital to staying healthy, and we often hear about how cardio or aerobic workouts are a key component along your fitness journey. Afterall, they provide a host of benefits including the likes of losing or maintaining weight, reducing health issues such as heart disease, lowering blood pressure, boosting your mood, aiding in positive sleep patterns, improving brain power, and so much more.

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10 Ways to Ensure Water Safety

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With the summer upon us and holidays approaching for many, it is always great to head for a swim in your local pool or outdoors, if the weather allows it in Ireland! However, while swimming or dipping your toes in the water can be fun for people of all ages, it is important to remember that staying safe around water is crucial. While water can be a source of entertainment for all, it can also be deadly if not treated with caution. Throughout this blog we will run through 10 ways you can ensure you, your family, and friends remain safe around water, while still enjoying all its benefits!

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10 Big Benefits of Swimming

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Any form of exercise is beneficial for us, whether it’s walking, lifting weights, playing a team sport, and so on, but there’s something a bit different about swimming. Swimming essentially provides all the pros of land sports, along with the so much more. In this blog, we’re going to run through 10 benefits that swimming

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The Importance of Scheduling Rest Into Your Fitness Routine

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We all know how important exercise is for your physical and mental health. A workout can help you destress, clear your mind, and keep your body in the shape you want it. However, what’s not talked about enough is the issue of overworking your body and underestimating the benefits of resting.

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How To Take On Your First Triathlon

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We often hear of people setting fitness goals as they endeavour on a challenge but often do so without any plan at all, which is bound to fail before they’ve even began. One of those targets for many people is to compete in a triathlon, but without a strategic plan and serious dedication you won’t get very far through the process, let alone cross the finishing line.

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10 Top Tips to Keep You Motivated for Your Workouts

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Whether you’re new to working out or you’re a seasoned pro, we all struggle to keep motivated at times. There are days you just don’t want to finish that final rep or push yourself that extra length in the pool. Let’s be honest there are some days you lack motivation so much that you just don’t feel like working out at all, but we’re here to change that! There are plenty of things you can do to maintain motivation for your workouts and in this blog, we’ve picked our top ten to ensure you stay pumped up for each extra gain!

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