Best BCAA Powder for Women

The Best BCAA Powders for Women for 2018

Last updated July 16th, 2018

BCAAs are a supplement growing in popularity with more and more fitness experts, fanatics and bloggers recommending them. 

They're great for a range of purposes including helping to retain muscle during weight loss, energy increase and aiding a good workout. 

But what are BCAAs and what do they do? Which are the best BCAA powders buy for women and why should women take different BCAAs to men? 

In this post, we're going to help answer all of those questions and recommend our top choices of the best BCAA powders for women.

On our list, we've included a range of the best BCAA powders for women that include a good amount of BCAAs for a smaller frame. 

The BCAA contents of powders can range from 2g to over 10g, so we've left out the higher BCAA containing supplements. 

These supplements all come highly recommended and have been put to the test to get our overall rating. 

Let's do this.

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The Curse Preworkout Review

The Curse Preworkout Review – Green Apple Envy Flavour

Last updated July 17th, 2018

With so many different pre-workouts on the market, it can be difficult to find a suitable one for your needs.

Possibly the most threatening packaging of any product I have ever seen, The Curse has mixed reviews, some claim it to be the best around whereas others disagree. For that reason, we have decided to put The Curse pre-workout to the test.

The Curse claims to be “one of the most powerful and mind blowing pre-workout energy products on the planet today". Promising to give you that insane energy boost, enhance concentration and focus, and huge muscle pumps. Not only that it promises a great tasting pre workout, which many brands lack.

It has been nominated for the best pre-workout for 4 years running. But is it really that good?

We thought we'd give it a try and give The Curse pre workout a review. Here's what we found... 

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Exercising with Back Pain

Lower Back Pain Exercises to Help Your Body Recover

Last updated June 27th, 2018

Back injuries affect most of us at some stage of our lives. Back pain can range from slightly painful to debilitating.

It can be short-lived or it can be something you have put up with for years, every injury is different.

Whether you are a fitness fanatic who’s panicking about losing hard-earned muscle or someone who wants to tone up but feels they can’t because of risking further injury, there are exercises you can do with a bad back, painlessly and without danger of further injury.

In fact, the right exercise can actually help to rehabilitate even a chronic back problem.

Often back injuries are caused by lifting heavy things using your back muscles where you should be using core muscles. Building a strong core can help you to take the pressure off of your back.

There are some basic common sense measures to keep in mind when exercising with lower back pain, so let’s start with those:

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Best Gift Ideas for Runners

Best Gift Ideas for Runners, Joggers & Sprinters

Last updated June 27th, 2018

Most runners consider running or jogging, as a lifestyle. Many consider it as a hobby and some a sport. But the one thing all runners have in common is dedication.

Come rain, wind or sun they will be out running, sprinting or jogging. 

Whether they sprint on track, jog around the city or run on trail, they all get a buzz from running.

But, what gift do you buy for a runner? ​​​​

They can be difficult to buy for and may prefer gifts or gadgets related to running.

That is why we have decided to list the best gift ideas for runners. From essential gifts for runners to novelty gifts for runners, we've listed the top ones here.

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Best Kettlebells For Home

A Guide to the Best Kettlebells for Home

Last updated June 27th, 2018

Kettlebells are perfect for overall body strength and conditioning, they will help you tone and build muscle, if used correctly.

They are known to blast away body fat and even strengthen ligaments which lead to tougher joints and making yourself less prone to injuries.

Kettlebells can be incorporated into a lot of fitness regimes and will make a huge difference to your body. They range in different sizes so there will be one ideal for all.

Not only can you get different weight sizes, but you can also get kettlebells made from different materials. From soft outer shell to heavy cast-iron kettlebells. 

Here, we list the best kettlebells for home use, from the best adjustable kettlebells to the ideal home gym kettlebell set.

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Equipment for home gym

14 Essential Pieces Of Equipment For The Perfect Home Gym

Last updated May 16th, 2018

There are many upsides and advantages to having a home gym, even if you've not got a room that's a dedicated gym, being able to pull out some equipment and get a good workout in is hugely beneficial.

If you find that you haven't got time to visit a gym, or the membership fees are too expensive at your local gym, a home gym is the perfect way to get your workout in, keep in great shape and keep your workout routine in tact.

Here are our recommendations for 14 essential pieces of equipment for the perfect home gym. Let's get stuck in.

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