How to adapt your diet after childbirth
After giving birth, my body needs to repair and rebuild itself so that I can gradually regain my healthy weight and tone. I am creating good guidelines for myself, such as eating hot meals that are prepared in advance and having healthy, vitamin-packed foods that I enjoy on hand.
How do I set up a fitness area at home?
Creating a fitness room at home is a motivating project, which helps me create more space for exercise in my daily life. I
envisage a warm, well-ventilated and bright room with enough space to hold my equipment without having to put it all
away at the end of the sessions. I can equip myself with a folding treadmill or a connected fitness mirror for training like a
pro!
How to avoid side stitches when exercising
Side stitches cause sharp pain and appear suddenly during exercise. Compress the affected area, slow down, breathe deeply and the pain goes away in a few minutes. To make them less frequent, strengthen your abdominal muscles, stretch, warm-up well and avoid running after a meal.
How do you start running?
In the beginning, alternate between brisk walking and running intervals, paying attention to the quality of your stride and breathing to find the right pace. Once you have improved your cardio, incorporate acceleration into your sessions. Cross-training with strength training in addition to running is the fastest way to improve your fitness.
How to compose a playlist for sport
To create the ideal playlist for sport, I stay close to the heart rate I want to achieve during training (calculated in BPM, for music as for sport). I rely on my taste in music, the lyrics that inspire me and the emotions I want to feel: concentration, fighting spirit, etc. I arrange the songs gradually, following the stages of my session.
Why should I buy a ProForm Pro 9000 treadmill?
Designed for moderate to intense use by various people, the Pro 9000 treadmill incorporates all the key features that have
made ProForm so successful: real-time adjustable speed and incline, iFIT Family access included for 1 year, comfort, total
immersion in the thousands of hours of training available to me, among other features. It covers a wide range of needs and
is a worthwhile investment for me and my family in the long term.
How to make your own well-being a priority?
To put your well-being first, make time for yourself throughout your day. Meditation, yoga, exercise, going out with friends, keeping a journal, creative activities… It’s up to you to find the little rituals that will help you to be yourself and to blossom into a physically and mentally healthy person.
What can I expect from the iFIT Beginner Cycling Series in Costa Rica?
The Costa Rica Beginner Bike series consists of 16 sessions spread over 4 weeks. With an interval session, a hill ride, a hike and stretching every week, I am progressing quickly and getting a good workout while enjoying the beautiful Costa Rican landscape.
What are the benefits of The Vue by ProForm fitness mirror?
The Vue by ProForm is an innovative fitness mirror, which takes the form of a mirrored reflective surface with an interactive touch screen. It pivots on a base so I can store the included dumbbells and weights when I’m done with my workout. I can easily control my posture throughout the workout as I can see myself performing the movements at the same time as my coach!
How do I choose my iFIT trainer according to my goals?
Whether I prefer rowing, running, cycling or cross-training, there’s an iFIT trainer for me. Choosing my coach on the iFIT application is easy! First, I click on “Browse”, then on “Search”, then I type the name of my favourite trainer, or I activate the “Trainer” filter to see the list of all the iFIT trainers and select mine.
