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The Overlooked Habit That Can Transform How You Run, Swim, and Cycle
Weight Loss & Fat Burning

The Overlooked Habit That Can Transform How You Run, Swim, and Cycle

The word “drills” might sound rigid—something barked out on a parade ground—but in movement, drills are where freedom begins. They’re the quiet, repetitive motions that teach your body how to move well before it tries to move fast. And in a place like Accra, where fitness is weaving its way into everyday life—from Labadi beach jogs to spin classes in East Legon—this idea is catching on for a reason. Why Small Movements Matter Most people think improvement comes from doing more—running farther, cycling harder, swimming longer. But the real shift often comes from doing things better. Drills break movement into pieces, allowing the body to relearn coordination, balance, and efficiency. It’s the difference between forcing your way through a run and gliding through it. Take swimm...
Does Calisthenics Really Count as Strength Training? Experts Say Yes – With One Catch
Muscle Building & Strength Training

Does Calisthenics Really Count as Strength Training? Experts Say Yes – With One Catch

Your legs shake after a set of deep squats. Your chest burns from push-ups. No dumbbells in sight – but are you actually building strength? For many Ghanaians working out at home or in local parks, calisthenics – exercises using only your bodyweight – is the most accessible form of resistance training. Air squats, lunges, push-ups, and dips require no equipment, no gym fees, and no travel. But a question nags: does it genuinely count as strength training, or is it just conditioning in disguise? The short answer, according to exercise physiologists, is a definitive yes. What Actually Defines Strength Training? Strength training simply means contracting your muscles against a load, explains Susie Reiner, PhD, CSCS, of Seton Hall University. That load can be external – barbells, k...