Let’s be honest… If you haven’t heard of Ivy Park by now, you’ve probably been hiding under a rock. So when the opportunity arose to review some items from the collection (stocked by JD Women), I just couldn’t say no. The brand, co-founded by none other than Queen Bey (yep, the Beyonce), aims to take … Continue reading Review: Ivy Park
Tag: weight training
‘Quick Fixes’ to Weight Loss
I bet that title caught your attention, hey? Well, I’m sorry to be the bearer of bad news, but you may have guessed what’s coming… Despite what you see on tv, or read in the media, there simply aren’t any quick fixes to weight loss. Don’t be fooled by the beautiful models and Instagram celebs … Continue reading ‘Quick Fixes’ to Weight Loss
The Importance of Rest Days
We all know the importance of working out and training hard. However, something that is so often overlooked is the importance of taking rest days. If you want to achieve maximum results from your strength training, you need to allow your body time to recuperate. What many people don’t know is that lifting weights actually … Continue reading The Importance of Rest Days
Why You Need to Start Weight Training
Lifting weights is often a challenging prospect for someone who has never done it before. Most women have never ventured into the ‘man cave’ that is the weights room in their local gym. Admittedly, it can be daunting to walk into a generally male-dominated environment and start lifting. If you can get over that first … Continue reading Why You Need to Start Weight Training