Proper CrossFit form 101.

Don’t you just love how the English language is constantly evolving? We have new terms being created all the time. The new words added to the Oxford Dictionary in 2014 include: wackadoodle, scissor-kick and honky-tonker. Other words are simply changing their definitions as time goes by. The word “gay” has changed its meaning several times over the course of history. What was once more closely defined as happy now also means homosexual and for the younger generations it more likely means something like “lame”. Oh yeah, that word has eveolved its definition as well. That is the beginning of the problem when it comes to having a discussion on fitness. Many people don’t really know what it means to be fit because there are many definitions of fitness and many opinions on what it means to be fit. Describing someone as fit can mean that you think they are: attractive, healthy, compatible, strong, muscular, lean, skinny and the list goes on. Well, let’s see if I can clear some of this confusion up:

Client Appreciation Week is a time for us to reflect on the incredible individuals who make our work so fulfilling. At  Longevity Exercise Physiology Drummoyne, Edgecliff, Marrickville, Castle Hill, Randwick, Pymble, Kingsgrove, Neutral Bay and Coburg. we cherish this opportunity to celebrate our clients and express our deep gratitude for the trust they’ve placed in us. As part of Client Appreciation Week, we’d like…

Longevity Exercise Physiology and Personal Training Edgecliff, Lindfield, Marrickville, Randwick, Drummoyne, Balmain and Bella Vista give an update about what’s been happening at Lindfield recently, including our newest staff members, and how they can cater to your needs to achieve better health. This year has been unforgettable so far. Despite the challenges of COVID-19 and…

As we age, maintaining cardiorespiratory fitness becomes more crucial than ever. One of the most effective ways to assess and improve your cardiovascular fitness is by focusing on increasing your VO2 max—a measure of how efficiently your body can use oxygen during exercise. Improving your VO2 max through regular cardiovascular exercise contributes to increased healthspan and…

When thinking about the different phases and components of different exercises, we can break them down into multiple sections. This includes pushing, pulling, raising, and lowering. If we separate these components and ensure each are performed adequately, we will see an overall improvement in the exercise. Today, Annabel and the teams at Longevity Exercise Physiology Drummoyne, Edgecliff, Marrickville, Bella…

With Longevity entering its first ever team in the City2Surf this year, Longevity Exercise Physiology, Drummoyne, Edgecliff, Marrickville, Castle Hill, Randwick, Pymble, Kingsgrove, Neutral Bay, and Coburg,  thought it would be pertinent to pass on some advice from our Exercise Physiologist, Georgia, on how to best approach the event. Whether your goal is to walk, run or skip your…