Exercise

A proper warm-up and cool-down can prevent injury and improve your results. Here's exactly what to do before and after every workout at any age

our weight tells you almost nothing about your real health. Discover what a Technogym body scan at Keep Fit Matakana actually measures — and what to do with the results.

Personal training has a reputation for being reserved for elite athletes or people with deep pockets. But more and more everyday people are discovering it's one of the most effective — and accessible — ways to get fit, stay consistent, and actually enjoy the process. At Keep Fit Matakana, our personal trainers build a programs entirely around you — your goals, your body, your schedule.

One of the most important things you can do in the gym is understand how to train for your specific goal. Lifting weights is not one-size-fits-all — the way you structure your sets, reps, rest periods, and tempo determines everything about the result you get. Here's a complete breakdown of the four main types of resistance training, what each one does to your body, and how to apply them. 1. Strength Training Strength training uses the heaviest loads, the fewest repetitions,

If you've ever wondered why you keep sweating — and burning calories — long after your workout is over, the answer is EPOC: Excess Post-Exercise Oxygen Consumption. Also known as the afterburn effect, EPOC is one of the most compelling reasons to push hard in your training. Understanding it can change the way you think about every session. What Is EPOC (The Afterburn Effect)? EPOC refers to the amount of oxygen your body requires to restore itself to its normal resting state

If you want a single number that captures your cardiovascular fitness and long-term health potential, VO2 max is it. Here's what it means, why it matters, and how to improve it. What Is VO2 Max? VO2 max is the maximum rate at which your body can consume and utilise oxygen during exercise. Here's how it works: when you breathe in, your lungs absorb oxygen and convert it into ATP — adenosine triphosphate — the primary energy currency of your cells. ATP powers every muscular

Benefits of HIIT workouts