Mental health / 3 posts found

Exercise for Boosting Mental Health

by Umberto Massimino
There are many reasons why people choose to exercise, with the obvious reason being for their physical health. But did you know that exercise can also have benefits for your mental health? Whether you want to boost your mood, or you’re suffering from some mild anxiety and depression (the common cold of mental health), exercise has numerous benefits that extend beyond the realm of the physical. Here at Umax Fitness, today we’re going to discuss the importance of mental health in the current climate of the pandemic, how exercise benefits your mental health, as well as looking at its role [...]

Does weight training make a woman look bulky and masculine?

by Umberto Massimino
The biggest argument in a woman’s mind when thinking about getting fit and healthy or going to the gym. Cardio or weights? One of the biggest misconceptions about woman and weight training explained with a bit of science to end this argument once for all. At Umaxfitness we show to all women the benefits of weight training and how to perform a resistance workout safely offering tips and training plans. The benefits of weight training Training with weights or any other sort of resistance has always been the only way to get our bodies shaped and stronger. Pretty much any [...]

Fitness in Lockdown

by Umberto Massimino
For anyone who likes to keep fit, the current closure of gym and leisure centres during the UK’s national lockdown can be a challenge. With advice to stay inside, although outdoor exercise is permitted, motivation can be difficult during these times. At Umax Fitness, we aim to help you to stay fit and healthy in lockdown, offering lockdown fitness tips and the option to contact us for a training plan. Read on to find out more about how you can keep fit in lockdown. The Benefits of Outdoor Exercise Exercising outdoors can be more of a challenge than training from [...]