Fitness and Exercise
-
Knattleikr: The Fierce Ball Game of the Vikings
Long before modern stadiums and organized leagues, the Vikings of Scandinavia played a brutal and highly physical sport known as knattleikr. More than a simple pastime, this ancient ball game was a test of strength, agility, honor, and social status.
-
Lessons in Leadership, Mindfulness, and Peak Performance
Phil Jackson "The true Lord of the Rings" is widely regarded as one of the greatest coaches in sports history. With 11 NBA championships as head coach of the Chicago Bulls and Los Angeles Lakers, his success goes far beyond tactics and playbooks. Jackson’s coaching style combined mental discipline, emotional intelligence, mindfulness, and team-first leadership, making his philosophy highly relevant not only in basketball, but also in active living, personal growth, and high-performance lifestyles.
-
Personalized & Data-Driven Wellness: The Future of Health is Tailored to You
Discover how personalized and data-driven wellness is reshaping the way we eat, move, and live. Learn how AI, wearables, and biometric insights help you build a smarter, healthier, and longer life.
-
Top 5 Health & Wellness Influencers on YouTube in 2025
In 2025, YouTube remains the premier platform for free health and wellness guidance. But with countless creators to choose from, how do you determine whose advice is credible and impactful? Here's an authoritative overview of the top five health and wellness influence's on YouTube, ranked by subscriber count, public impact, and content diversity.
-
Buddy workout (3)
Today we will pop up our workout and do something new. Starting by warming up with 20 jumping jacks. Face your buddy and while he is trying to finish his jumping jacks you make some funny faces and tell some jokes. Your partner is not allowed to laugh, if your buddy starts to laugh he has to start over from 1. When your buddy has finish his 20 jumping jacks you switch places. Exercise 1 Buddy A has to stay in plank positions while his buddy finishes 12 push ups. Switch positions and repeat twice, each partner does 2 x plank and 2 time push ups. Exercise 2 Buddy A has…
-
Why Recovery is as important as your workout
Building muscle and getting stronger are not just about pumping iron and neither is hitting the gym hard all about training. Recovery and rest are essential parts of any strength and conditioning program. Spending hours in the gym, lifting hard all day in and all day out can both stall your progress and increased your risk for injury. Recovery must occur before progress can be made, no matter if you are a bodybuilder or a runner. When it comes to a healthy lifestyle, your recovery days and easy workout days are just as important as the days you crush it. Take the time you need to rest, and reap the benefits later. Make…
-
Buddy Workout
Last Saturday we did 3 types of buddy workout and today we will do another 3 workouts. Today´s workout, 3 circles of 12 Forward–Backward Lunge Stand facing each other about one foot apart, Partner A holding a small ball or an apple at his/her chest. Partner A steps forward with right foot, as B simultaneously steps backward with left foot. At the bottom of the lunge, A passes the item he/she is holding to B before both push off and return to start position. Repeat. 15 Sit ups High five Partners lie face up with knees bent and their feet flat on the floor with ankles overlapping. Contract your abs to…
-
8 Reasons why you should start Powerlifting
Powerlifting is a form of weight lifting sport that focuses on three main lifts, squat, bench press and deadlift. It builds muscle, burns fat, strengthens bones and so much more. If you want to improve athletic performance, compete in powerlifting or just get strong you really should begin to powerlift. Powerlifting is The Safest style of Weightlifting. Powerlifting requires a proper form. If your goal is to set a personal best, your form must be spot-on. With that ideal form, you are less likely to get injured. Better Figure Powerlifting will pup up your glutes, give you leaner arms and some sexy abs. Increase Bone Density Resistance training increases your bone density and is…
-
Pair up – it´s a time for a Buddy Workout
Next few Saturdays we are going to kick off with some buddy workouts, are your ready! Today´s workout is 3 circle of 12 Jump Squats With Clap Stand side by side, one foot apart and facing opposite directions. From the bottom of your squat, simultaneously push off and jump up, bringing arms overhead and clapping your inside hands together at the height of your jump. 10 Touch Plank (5 times each hand) Hold a plank, head-to-head with each other. From plank, lift your right hand and reach toward the opposite shoulder on you partner. Replace right hand, and as quickly as possible, repeat on the left side. 12 Superman’s high five …
-
Workout Challenge
Take 10 -15 minutes 4-5 mornings a week for yourself to do this workout challenge for the next 30 days, you deserve it. 10 Squats 20 Jumping jacks 30 Seconds plank 10 Burpees 20 Squats 30 Seconds plank 10 Lunges 20 Jumping squats Always remember to stretch after workout, first and foremost your legs after this one. Remember to have fun and good luck.
