Coping with fatigue and preparing for physical exertion in the right way are fundamental parts of any sport. Follow Sixtus advice on how best to manage your body.
Is it better to train in the morning or in the evening?
Physical activity is one of the key pillars of a healthy lifestyle. In addition to choosing the type of exercise best suited to personal goals and needs, there is another crucial question to consider: what is the best time to work out? Is it better to get up early and start the day with an […] read more
Calisthenics exercises at home: what are they?
Calisthenics: what is it? Calisthenic exercises are a form of bodyweight training designed to increase strength, endurance, and flexibility. By using your body weight, there’s no need for large equipment, just consistency and a desire to train! Calisthenics training involves a series of exercises that can include push-ups, stretches, planks, and other bodyweight exercises. It’s […] read more
Ice baths: the benefits and drawbacks
What are ice baths? An ice bath is a practice that involves immersing oneself in icy water for a few seconds or minutes to avoid negative effects on the body. When done correctly and without excessive time in the cold water, ice baths can offer many benefits to the body. Benefits of ice baths The […] read more
Crunch on a Fitball: The Perfect Exercise for Abs
Why Use a Fitball for Your Abs The fitball, also known as a gym ball or inflatable psychomotor ball, is a perfect tool not only for stretching but also for toning the abdomen, glutes, arms, and legs. It can be used for a variation of the crunch, a well-known abdominal exercise: this combination increases muscle […] read more
Foam Roller: Exercises for Your Back and More
What is the foam roller used for? Originally designed as a tool for massage and gentle exercises in injury recovery, the foam roller has since been incorporated into fitness routines for its benefits in muscle toning and flexibility. Whether used for stretching or exercises aimed at flexibility, integrating the workout with foam roller exercises ensures […] read more
What to Eat Before Running? Tips and Examples
Why eat before running? Knowing what to eat before going for a run is important to provide the body with the necessary energy for physical exertion: ensuring the right “fuel” for the body before a run helps achieve satisfactory performance levels. There are some foods that help the body during exertion: they are the ones […] read more
Postural disequilibrium: what is it and how is it treated?
Postural imbalances or alterations in posture can cause significant damage over time. Their origin is often multifactorial, resulting from a combination of several elements. read more
Bruxism in children: how physical therapy can help
In technical language, teeth grinding is also called bruxism. In most cases, this typical grinding noise occurs in night sleep, during which teeth are pressed and rubbed together. Bruxism in children is prevalent. read more
Respiratory physiotherapy
Respiratory physiotherapy aims to make breathing easier by strengthening the respiratory muscles. Let's discover some valuable exercises. read more
Physiotherapy intervention to correct incorrect back posture
Muscular imbalances can cause inadequate or incorrect postural attitudes, let's find out how much and how physiotherapy intervention can help. read more
How to tone the body?
Muscle toning is a type of training to increase muscle mass. How can this be achieved? Simple: Regular exercise increases the body's vigor by strengthening muscle groups and their volume. read more
A fast break with Sixtus Italia!
A movement that can now also count on the collaboration with Sixtus Italia: our legendary bag will in fact become part of the pink basketball team thanks to the agreement signed in recent weeks with the Women's Basketball League.
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