March – April 2010


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>> From the Editor
editorWelcome to the ‘high performance’ issue of Fitness magazine. You may notice we have made some key changes and tweaks to our look and feel, format and content. This is all part of our plan to keep things looking fresh in 2010 and beyond, and reflect more of the vibrant, energetic and active lifestyle we promote between these covers.
>> In this issue
A-Z of Fitness AtoZ of fitness_thumbnail

We provide you with the complete A to Z guide of terms and words you need to know as an individual dedicated and committed to health and fitness

Fitness Testing fitness testing_thumbnail

Testing your fitness level is an important way to track progress, benchmark yourself and can be used to set yourself new goals

Plyometrics Training plyometrics workout_thumbnail

Plyometric training is an effective way to develop explosive power to add a new dimension to your training and reach your health, fitness or sporting goals

High Performance Nutrition high performance nutrition_thumbnail

If you are looking to kick your diet up a notch, fuel your training and rev your metabolism, incorporating high performance nutrition into your eating regimen could be the answer to getting the body you want

curb those carbs_thumbnailA Step Above the Rest

Get on the fast track with performance enhancing supplementation

Fitness Experience: Bikram Yoga bikram yoga_thumbnail

Find out about the hottest new form of alternative health and fitness activities – both literally and figuratively.

Teaching Athletes to Cope lifeskills_thumbnail

In today’s world of professional sport, athletes can no longer rely solely on their skills and abilities to perform at the highest competitive level.

Good Vibrations good vibrations_thumbnail

We investigate if vibrating your way to a toned physique, improved strength and overall fitness is the next big thing – or is it all another health industry shake down.

Stay Fabulous on Fats fats_thumbnail

If you are not sure what those people are doing when swinging what appears to be an oversized doorstop around, then read on to find out what kettlebell training is all about..

Fit Moms git moms_thumbnail

Training when pregnant. What to expect when you’re expecting… and after.

RiAnne Hall rianne hall_thumbnail

We interview the FAME International reigning champ on her competition experience and what the future holds.