• Top 6 Health and Fitness Myths

    Top 6 Health and Fitness Myths

    These days, we’re surrounded by information when it comes to health and fitness courses and it can be difficult to separate fact from fiction. At Kaya, we offer a range of fitness classes in Melbourne and we’ve heard a lot of myths around health and fitness which can act as roadblocks to meeting your goals. Today, we debunk some of these myths so you can get the facts right when it comes to your wellness journey.

    Top 6 Health and Fitness Myths

    You should stretch before exercising:

    A lot of people still think that a few stretches before exercising is the best way to avoid injury. In fact, stretching when the body isn’t warm probably isn’t going to do much. You’re much better off doing some dynamic movements, like jogging on the spot or swinging to arms and legs.

    You’ll get bulky from strength training:

    This is a common concern for women in particular who worry that a couple of weight sessions will lead to a bulky physique. The truth is that while weight training can give you a toned look, it can actually assist with weight loss.

    You can spot reduce fat:

    If you’ve tried to target certain areas to get rid of fat, you’re not alone – a lot of people think that spot reducing works! Unfortunately, you can’t zero in on specific areas of the body to lose fat and you need to work the whole body.

    You have to be fit to start exercise classes:

    So many people want to try an exercise class but don’t take the plunge because they’re worried about their lack of fitness. The truth is that most exercise classes are targeted towards all fitness levels and you can simply work at your own pace.

    You have to exercise every day:

    When you start exercising, don’t put yourself under too much pressure and assume you have to head off to your fitness club every day for results. While daily workouts work well for some people, it’s totally fine if you only get there once or twice a week.

    You need to push yourself when you exercise:

    This is true to an extent – it’s an exciting journey seeing what you’re capable of physically. However, you shouldn’t push yourself too far or you risk injuring yourself. Work within your limited and listen to your body.

    At Kaya Health Clubs, we’re passionate about motivating you on your health and wellness journey. We offer a range of classes in our state of the art facilities and we offer a welcoming escape from your busy life. From Pilates, yoga and barre to enhance your mind and body connection, to energetic fitness circuit, boxing and spinning classes, the experienced team at Kaya will help you find your passion. Join the Kaya family today!

    If you’re looking to join a fitness club in Melbourne, contact Kaya Health Clubs today on 03 9090 1000. We have convenient locations in Prahran and the Melbourne CBD.

    About the Author


    Demi fell in love with yoga when she travelled to India when she was 20 years old. She loved the feeling of bliss she experienced both during and after class, and how that feeling would stay with her throughout her day. It was also in India, that Demi learned how much she loved to write about her travels. She believes that stories have power. They delight, enchant, touch, teach, recall, inspire, motivate, challenge. They help us understand. They imprint a picture in our minds. This led her to her job as a Content Writer. She loves helping businesses tell stories. Especially when the stories involve educating readers on the endless benefits of yoga and Pilates- two of her most loved fitness regimes
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