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There are different reasons for getting up and doing sport again and again. Some do it for the fun of exercise, to be active or to shape their appearance. Others want to lift more and more weight in weight training, aim for the marathon or simply want to keep getting better. They are similar to professional athletes who always want to get the best out of themselves. But if you want to go beyond your limits, you need to do more than "just" train hard. Find out what you can do to achieve your best performance in this article. Preparation Sometimes people underestimate how much preparation can make a difference. To her...

Many people have inhibitions about their first day at the gym. They really want to start working out there, but are put off by the many machines and well-trained members. If you're one of them, this article is just right for you. We want to allay your fears and prepare you perfectly for your first day at the gym. Don't be afraid of the equipment You're not the only person who is worried about whether they will be able to cope with the jungle of equipment. But you can rest assured. Most gyms allow you to do a trial training session. In doing so, you...

At first glance, running may seem boring. People jog mile after mile without having a goal. But if you haven't tried it yet, you're not just missing out on a lot of fun. After all, endurance sports have a whole host of benefits for the body. In today's article, you'll find out the five most important benefits that will convince you to take up the sport. 1. running clears your head If you are stressed at work and find it difficult to clear your head after work, you should try jogging. It doesn't matter whether you're just on the treadmill or the...

The world of work has changed dramatically during the pandemic. Initially, companies were very reluctant to allow their employees to work from home. But at some point, this became mandatory. However, this has not only changed our working environment, but also much more. One example: nutrition. Whereas we used to regularly go to the canteen with our colleagues, we now sometimes sit at our desks to grab a quick bite to eat between Zoom meetings. Change for the worse We take less time to eat and don't feel like cooking something every lunchtime. It's...

Athletes know it: after a training session, they automatically reach for a protein shake. This is supposed to facilitate and accelerate muscle building. But is the powder or a protein bar really necessary? To cut a long story short: No, if you make sure that you get enough protein in your everyday diet. Why are there so many protein products? The words "high-protein" have been making a lot of money for a few years now. This is because the younger generations are very aware of sport and nutrition. Many go to the gym regularly or do other sports to keep fit.

As early as the 19th century, scientists began to spread the message that a vegan diet meant that people could not exercise. We would draw our energy from meat. One of the scientists was the German chemist Justus Liebig. His theory was heard all over the world. But by the mid-1900s, vegetarian athletes were already making headlines with big wins in major competitions. One of them was the track and field athlete Carl Lewis. In 1999, he was named Sportsman of the Century. And rightly so. Because he managed to win nine Olympic victories. At the age of 30, he went from being a vegetarian to a vegan and...