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Christmas is creeping closer and closer, which means that families begin to gather for the festive season and children are breaking up from school to spend time at home. As the entire family will be together, it is the perfect time of year to experiment with fun activities which would not only make the most of their free time but will also get the entire family moving and enjoying the fresh brisk air outdoors. By remaining active over the winter, you will be able to remain focused and alert without giving in to the festive season slump.

Therefore, within this article we have put together a list of exercises and activities which are suitable for families that are a must for winter weather. These activities cover a range of budgets and weather conditions to make sure that you get the most out of the Christmas break.

With five weeks to go until Christmas, shopping for loved ones can prove to be a hassle when it comes to finding inspiration. As we know gift buying over the festive season can be stressful, we have put this article together as a brainstorm to help you find the perfect gift for that special someone. Do you have a fitness fanatic in your life which seems to have everything? Then this blog post will help you find inspiration to find that special gift for your family and friends.

By reading our guide you will discover a range of gift ideas from the following categories:

• Novelty presents
• Fitness gadgets
• Experience gift ideas

At the gym you will find a copious amount of treadmills for you to use as these are always a great staple way to exercise as they help to boost your heart rate. But over the years we have seen the use of this piece of training equipment evolve into a variety of ways to make training fun and engaging as well as being a great workout. Within this article we are going to explore the variety of treadmill exercise classes and routines you can get involved with to help keep fit and healthy. So, if you want to find out how the traditional treadmill equipment has evolved over the years, then keep on reading this article where we cover areas such as:

• Convenient exercise
• At home training
• Precision running classes

We all know how important it is to stay fit and healthy to maintain a positive mind set, but have we ever contemplated how exercising could increase our productivity? It is believed that regular fitness not only boosts your mood and improves your health, but it can also help with your attention to detail and focus in the workplace too.

As a result of this, we are starting to see an increase in businesses and large companies advertise and organise fitness related activities for their staff. Within this article we are going to explore what fitness plans are currently available for staff members such as:

• On-site facilities
• Gym memberships, discounts or classes
• Cycle to work schemes

Although term time has begun, September is still prime time for travelling for most adults. September still poses decent weather across the globe and the reduction in families and children make it more appealing to adults seeking some peaceful sunshine before the summer truly ends and autumn comes creeping in.

However, as travelling is still in it’s prime during this month, you would still need to ensure that you don’t get taken in by the indulging amount of foods on offer and the lazing around the pool atmosphere. And to help combat this there are a variety of ways in which businesses, hotels and airports have adapted their travel plans to make staying healthy on holiday easy. So, continue reading if you want to find out more about:

• Airport facilities
• Hotel gyms
• Swimming
• Healthy food choices

Running has always been and always will be a fantastic way to keep fit. However, those first few runs are what requires the most motivation to start you on a regular routine. Within this article we are going to look at why autumn is the perfect time to take up running or jogging compared to summer. So, if you want to find out how you can find the motivation to take up jogging this fall, then keep on reading this blog where we discuss the following:

• Better weather for running
• Lifestyle change after the summer holidays
• How to get started 
• Finding motivation

Boxing for fitness has increased in popularity over the years due to its strict technique and emotional release which allows people to work out and build muscle too. Under the umbrella of boxing there are a number of exercises and disciplines which you can explore. So, if you are looking into adding boxing into your fitness regime, then you can read this article to find out which technique appeals to you most. Here are just five different types of boxing which we are going to explore further below:

1. Kickboxing
2. Shadow Boxing
3. Mixed Martial Arts
4. Muay Thai
5. Savate

Do you enjoy using the machines at the gym but want to train in the comfort of your own home in a supportive environment? Then Zwift training could be something you should look into giving a go.  Within this article we are going to explore what the Zwift brand is all about and how you can update your training regime using virtual training equipment. So, if you want to find out more about Zwift, then keep on reading.

Within this article we cover:

• What is Zwift?
• How to get involved 

Do you love being in the water and improving your strength? Want to take your weightlifting regime to the next level for impressive results? Have you ever heard of underwater strength training? Adding the resistance of the pool water to your strength training regime, you can achieve fantastic results. However, you would need to be careful when submerged under the water as this activity poses risks as well as benefits. Discover all you need to know about this extreme fitness activity by reading the rest of this article where we cover:

• Resistance training in the pool
• Benefits of resistance weight-lifting
• Risks of under water strength training
• How to get involved and stay safe

When you are working full time and have a packed schedule, it can be difficult to find a way to fit exercise into your day to day routine. However, by making a few simple changes to the way you approach your everyday tasks, you could be benefiting from exercise without realising it. Within this article we have explored ten easy ways in which you can effortlessly boost your fitness content in your everyday schedule. So whether you are looking to improve your health or just get a bit more active day to day, then these ten tips which we discuss are a great addition to your routine. Covering a variety of everyday tasks, here are just a few examples of exercises which could be added into your daily life:

• Walking
• Stretching
• Cycling
• Fitness apps
• Dance
• Stand more
• Resistance training