Women's Fitness

HERE COMES THE SUN...

Q How should I adjust my training during the warmer weather?

Joey Bull says:

‘Exercise during the summer mornings. It’s cooler at this time than later in the day, plus the female biological clock optimises morning movement to mobilise fat better.

‘For best results, periodise your training. This could mean four- to six-week training blocks of either light, heavy or explosive activity – anything that creates variation and is appropriate to your goals. Light resistance weeks are important for creating a foundation of fitness that supports the next level of training, plus they allow for rest and recovery.

‘There is more opportunity to train outdoors or on holiday

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