An age-friendly environment encourages physical activity
Written by: Johanna Huiko-Lahtinen, Bachelor of Gerontology, Metropolia University of Applied Sciences & Tanja Marjomaa, Bachelor of Gerontology, Metropolia University of Applied Sciences Numerous studies have demonstrated the benefits of varied physical activity in promoting the health and well-being of people of all ages. We investigated what kind of fitness center inspires people to be active so that they can continue engaging in regular physical activity for as long as possible, even as they age. In recent decades, the importance of age norms has diminished, and more and more older adults want to live […]
Work out more effectively with a friend
Valentine's Day is coming up. Why not go to the gym with a friend to celebrate? Working out with a friend is actually more effective than grinding it out alone. Here are five reasons why you should hit the gym with a friend. 1. A friend makes it easier to get started Once you’ve scheduled your workouts together and set the times, you won’t want to cancel them. Even if you’re not in the mood to work out […]
Don't Overdo It on Your Ski Vacation—Here's What to Do
During ski break, people have fun and let loose on the slopes and cross-country trails. However, there’s a risk of your whole body getting stiff if you forget to warm up and stretch while you’re having fun. It’s also easy to forget that, despite the fun, this is a physical activity that puts a strain on the body. But you can avoid stiffness by taking the right steps before and after the fun. Prevent stiffness and cramps It’s a good idea to start preparing for the day’s activities right away […]
Kesäksi kuntoon?
Kesäkunnon treenaaminen aloitetaan jo talvella. Kesäkunto tarkoittaa eri ihmisille eri asioita: toiset haluavat päästä kesäkuntoon eli näyttää ulkoisesti paremmalta ja saavuttaa bikinikunnon, kun taas toiset haluavat kesäksi kuntoon eli olla fyysisesti huippukunnossa ja pystyä entistä parempiin suorituksiin. Mutta miten kesäkuntoon pääsee? Treenaa itsesi parempaan kuntoon Kevään lähestyessä vaatekerrokset vähenevät ja kuoriudumme paksujen villapaitojen sisästä. […]
Esittelyssä virtuaalitunnit
Oletko kokeillut virtuaalitunteja? Virtuaalitunnit on nykyään suosittu treenimuoto saliharjoittelun ja ryhmäliikunnan ohella. EasyFit-keskuksessasi on tarjolla satoja virtuaalitunteja, jotka kuuluvat kaikkiin asiakkuustyyppeihin. Mikä on virtuaalitunti? Virtuaalitunnit ovat ryhmäliikuntatunteja, joissa ohjaaja ei ole samassa tilassa, vaan ohjaus tulee isolta virtuaalinäytöltä tallenteena. Virtuaalituntivalikoimasta löytyy muun muassa voimatreenejä, sykkeennostoa, tanssitunteja, kehonhuoltoa, joogaa sekä sisäpyöräilytunteja. Virtuaalitunteja voi tehdä […]
PT Talks About Nutrition Coaching
Many people have wondered at some point about the potential benefits of nutritional coaching for themselves. Since various nutrition tips and advice are available for free, what exactly is the point of nutrition coaching? EasyFit personal trainer Sami Mannila answered questions about nutrition coaching, including who can benefit from it and how. Who is nutrition coaching aimed at, and who benefits from it? Nutrition coaching is suitable for anyone who is interested in their own well-being and wants […]
Why is recovery important for training?
When the body doesn’t recover sufficiently, workouts don’t go well either. Recovery is therefore important for workouts, but why, and what happens if you don’t recover enough? Personal trainer Miia Mäenpää answered questions about recovery and offered tips for better and faster recovery. Why is recovery important for workouts and stamina? Recovery is an important part of the process because the strain (both physical […]
Valmistaudu salilla kesän juoksukauteen
Juoksukausi on käynnistynyt. Mutta ennen kuin kirmaat juoksupolulle ja unohdat kokonaan salilla käymisen, on hyvä muistaa, että salilla tehtävästä voimaharjoittelusta on hyötyä juoksijalle myös juoksukaudella. Personal trainer Miia Mäenpää kertoo, miksi saliharjoittelua ei kannata unohtaa juoksukauden aikana ja antaa parhaimmat vinkit juoksijan kuntosaliharjoitteluun. Mitä hyötyä voimaharjoittelusta on juoksijalle? Voimaharjoittelu vahvistaa lihaksia, parantaa juoksun taloudellisuutta […]
Myth: Are back problems an obstacle to weight training?
More than a million Finns suffer from back pain. Back pain interferes with daily life and leads to the belief that, with a sore back, you shouldn’t do anything that puts strain on your back, lest the pain get even worse. However, staying still is worse for your back than moving, and pain isn’t even an obstacle to working out at the gym. So this myth is definitely a myth. Get moving Exercise can help with back pain, and often exercise […]
4 Important Blood Values for Active People
Many factors influence how energetic we are in our daily lives or when exercising, and what our health will be like in the future. For example, vitamin levels and iron levels affect how well we can keep going. Cholesterol levels and blood sugar affect our health, even if we don’t immediately feel their effects. EasyFit’s spring partner, Puhti, explains the most important blood values for people who exercise. Is a varied diet always enough to ensure that an active person gets all the nutrients they need? Nutrients that are important for athletes […]