The way in which you travel since Covid is something that you should think carefully about. As the world starts opening up a little, you might be thinking about starting to travel a little more, but how can you do that in a way that’s safe? And what’s different about traveling now in the post-Covid world? Those are the questions we’re going to try to answer today, so read on and find out more.
Planning a trip is certainly a very exciting part of going on an adventure. If you want some help planning your trip or if you just don’t know where to start, then this is the guide for you. Take a look below to find out more.
When you land in Australia, right away you will have noticed that it's not like any other country in the world. Let’s get the elephant in the room out of the way. The wildlife is incredible but it can be dangerous. There are lots of crocodiles, snakes and spiders that could end your day in a really bad way. However, there aren’t as many animals and other wildlife as you might think. Australia is huge and it's mostly empty. So it's perfect for taking a mountain bike trip, where you can ride over the orange sand in the desert, pedal through the tropical forests and across hills and farmland. But, what exactly do you need for a mountain bike trip through such a unique country?
Whatever your fitness goals are, whether you want to lower your heart rate or you’d much rather build up your strength, you can make some pretty easy mistakes. Lots of people can mean well, and workout out 3 to 4 times a week, but nothing is really happening as a result. Why is that?
Well, your fitness routine is often only as effective as your commitment to it, and in understanding where you’re going wrong with your workout, you’ll be able to see the results you want much, much sooner. So, without further ado, here are the most common reasons behind workout inefficiency, and what you can do to prevent this from becoming a problem!
With some of the world now starting to come out of the pandemic, meaning that it’s time to start resuming life as normal in most cases. With Melbourne still in lockdown, it can be challenging watching others around the world start to go on adventures again. It may feel like this lockdown will go on forever but that doesn't mean you can't start planning the great escape once we can finally leave our 5km radius!
Of course, those who test positive for COVID still need to self-isolate to help contain the spread, and people travelling should continue to wash their hands and wear a face mask. Other than that, it’s time to get things going again, and one of the things that a lot of people have missed is travelling. In this article, we’re going to look at how to make this work, so keep reading to find out more.
Whether you’re an athlete or just enjoy working out, an injury can be a real pain when you have to spend countless hours of physical and mental work behind the scenes. Amateur sportspeople will often not see this when they face struggling with an injury.
When injured, people can feel isolated, frustrated, anxious, and depressed meaning that their mental health is severely impacted as a result. If you’re injured and out of commission while battling doubts, fear, low self-esteem and confidence issues, you may wonder if you’ll ever get to feeling like yourself again. Here are some of the things you could be doing to make your life easier while in recovery.
Mental health is a field surrounded by controversy. That’s because, unlike most diseases, you can’t easily dissect someone’s brain and point to something and say “there’s the anxiety” or “there’s the depression.”
Because of this, the field of mental health is rife with mythology. Even practitioners admit that a lot of what they do feels like hocus pocus. Because mind and body aren’t the same thing, they struggle to come to effective clinical diagnoses, even with all their modern instrumentation.
When it comes to building muscle, there are two key ingredients that contribute toward ultimate success - great nutrition and motivated exercise. Understanding these two features is absolutely essential if you wish to achieve your strength and physique goals, as you won't be able to increase your muscle mass without perfecting your diet and workout regime. Luckily, learning how to master the art of building muscle doesn't have to be as difficult as you might expect, as there are in fact just a few key tips and tricks that you can make the most of to turn your dreams into a reality in no time at all! So, if you would like to find out more, then read on.
We all know that regular exercise is good for you but did you know it can affect your body in some surprising ways? It is all to do with oxygen flow and how it affects the whole body. Here are some of the lesser known benefits to regular exercise.
Are you in the spirit for a memorable adventure but don't know where to go? Well then, you've come to the right place! If you are a free-spirited, adventure-seeking, curious soul, tours of Uluru and the Australian Outback are just what you need!
It is highly recommended that you take at least 1 full day to venture about and explore the magical and spiritual beauty of Uluru and another 2-3 days to experience the richness of Alice Springs.
Where to begin?
Known as the Aboriginal Art capital of Central Australia, Alice Springs is home to many local Aboriginal art galleries and, of course, the world-renowned Uluru. Famous for its thriving and spirited rich culture, locals, and history, Alice Springs is certainly one destination worth ticking off your bucket list. So what should you do when you're in Alice Springs?
Planning a multi-day road trip? It’s important to consider where you will be sleeping along the way. Below are just some of the different options to consider - and how to make each one work for you.
It is essential for us to find ways to look after your mental health and wellbeing. It’s something that many forget to watch. Doing this should be part of a healthy lifestyle and included daily.
We are all different, this means that what works for one person won’t necessarily work for the next. It can make it difficult to find the right things that help you as an individual. For some Bluesky Psychology may be the support they need, for others going for a daily walk could be enough to allow them time to reflect.
Although staycations are generally cheaper than traveling abroad, they can sometimes stretch your budget. Staycations are ideal if you want to reduce travel time and book last minute. If you are struggling to find one within your budget, here are some tips on how to make staycations more affordable.
It's no secret that the weather in Australia can be quite extreme. The sun is hot, the air is dry, and it can be quite uncomfortable to spend time in a place like this if you don't have the right accommodation. Air conditioning can definitely be considered an essential, but there are other features you should be looking for when you're looking for the best accommodation Australia has to offer. Let's take a look at some of the features you need to look for, giving you the chance to start your hunt with a clear idea of what you want in mind.
It can happen to any of us. We begin a fitness routine with good intentions but when it becomes too routine, by which we mean something of a chore, we can quickly tire of what we are doing. At that point, we can be tempted to call it quits!
As you will understand, calling it quits isn't something to consider. Keeping on top of our fitness levels is important, for both our physical and mental wellbeing, so when our workouts do become boring, we should make changes.
When it comes to your workouts, consider the following if you are starting to become bored with what you are currently doing.
We've all been there. Whether you're super motivated starting a new fitness journey, training for an event, or just getting back into the gym post-COVID, we've all gone a little too hard during our workout. You want to push yourself, really get back into shape, and you may have pushed a little too hard, too quickly.
Some soreness, a little aching to be expected after a workout, and you should, indeed, feel the burn, as they say, while pushing your body to new limits. However, if you’re feeling new discomfort that can’t be explained by that familiar burn or soreness, then you might need to examine how, exactly, you’re working out.
Slow It Down
If you’re working out and you push yourself to a new intensity or lift a new amount of weight then you feel some discomfort, tightness, or pain, you should stop immediately. That’s a clear sign that you might be pushing your body farther than it should go and too soon. Increasing the intensity of your workouts is a great fitness-boosting strategy, but you should only do it once you’re comfortable working at your existing pace and your body is warmed up to kick it up a notch. Don’t up the pace too quickly or too dramatically.
Let Yourself Recover
If you have already worked out (especially to a high intensity) or you have injured yourself recently, then you should listen closely to your body when you start your next session. If you feel pain as soon as you start moving or doing a specific kind of exercise, then it’s a good indicator that you need more time to rest up. Remember, there should be discomfort but not pain.
I think a lot of neglect our recover time. We think the more we workout, the faster we will see results. But not allowing for some recovery can severely impact your progress. It's better to allow your body the time to rest in between sessions, rather than push, injure yourself, and then have to postpone your progress. If you're someone who wants to keep consistency in your schedule, utilise stretching as your recovery session. Your body will thank you!
Wear the Right Gym Gear
Simply put, if you’re not wearing things of the right fit, then you’re going to be experiencing sensations that are going to reduce the effectiveness of your workout. When it comes to sports bras, you don’t need the additional movement and chafing of a bad fit. Similarly, instead of baggy pants, you should switch to these red white and blue workout clothes that offer tightness and compression. You’re going to be able to move your body more freely and, thus, more comfortably.
Shake Off That Sweat
Another physical cause of discomfort is sweating too much or, rather, letting that sweat stay on your skin. Of course, we all do and should sweat while working out to regulate our body temperature. However, if that sweat stays on your body, it can irritate and chafe your skin, not to mention cooling you down too rapidly. Use sweat-wicking materials as well as sweatbands to prevent it from happening.
Talk to Your Doctor
If you have given yourself enough time to recover, you’re wearing the right gear, and exercising carefully, but you still feel a specific kind of pain or discomfort that isn’t caused by the regular burn of muscle wear and tear, then you should see a doctor. There could be an underlying fitness injury that flares up when you move a specific set of muscles, for instance, that’s worth looking more closely at.
You need to listen to your body and know the difference between the natural kinds of achiness while working out and recovering, and the kind of discomfort that should, on your first experience, feel wrong. Hopefully, the tips above can help you address and fix the problems behind it.
Have you ever injured yourself because you pushed too hard during a workout? What are some of your recovery tips and tricks? Share your thoughts and stories in the comments below.
And until next time...
As anyone who has tried it will attest, finding new levels of fitness is hard. You can run and run and run and never really improve how it feels. Even after many years of practice, you can still look enviously at people who seem to be able to do it so effortlessly.
Usually, the problem isn’t with your body (or your mind), but your approach. You think that eating lots of white pasta and putting your body through gruelling jogs on Saturday mornings is what you need to do to get the job done. But that’s not it at all.
Off-roading has become one of the most popular ways of travelling in recent years. Especially in countries where you have loads of open spaces and long roads connecting you to everything. It's a chance to really break free from the typical travel lifestyle and explore things outside of the busy cities around you. Some popular off-roading travel destinations include Australia, USA and Europe. Regardless of where you want to explore, it's crucial to be prepared!
Not sure where to start? Don't worry we've got you covered. Below, you'll find a few ways to prepare for your very first off-road adventure:
