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The push-up and pull-up are two of the best upper body exercises however these can be difficult to master. Static holds are one of the best approaches when developing the strength to be able to perform the full versions of these exercises. Alternate between the two exercises below, performing each 10 times in total to see an improvement in just a few weeks.

Each month Bodyfit’s sporty goddess inspires us to raise our game. This issue she shares 10 easy ways to stay fit and healthy

Some of us love making schedules and writing lists and I am definitely one of these people. This obsession with organisation pays off, particularly when it come to scheduling my fitness activities for the week.

February is a great month. Why, you ask? Well, for a number of reasons. Firstly, it’s the month of love.

This is it – time to turn over a new leaf. As the festive hangover fades, this is the month when we vow to stick to a new healthy, fitness regime and promise to stay true to the resolutions we have made.

When I wrote last month’s column, I was fretting about my upcoming half-marathon. The main reason I was panicking was that I didn’t think I had enough mileage in my legs.

I always struggle to find my fitness motivation at this time of year. Perhaps it’s because the days are cooler, wetter and shorter – getting out of the house requires a bit more effort!