4 Strategies to Promote and Grow Your Fitness Bootcamp

Introduction Fitness bootcamps have been a staple in the fitness world for decades. They offer group training sessions inspired by military-style exercises in outdoor settings. By combining bodyweight workouts with high-intensity movements, they push participants beyond their limits and challenge their endurance. If your business runs fitness bootcamp programmes, staying ahead in this growing market… Read More

Who was Ma Ning (1922-2010)?

Introduction Ma Ning (Chinese: 马宁; 1922 – 3 December 2010) was a Chinese Communist revolutionary and major general of the People’s Liberation Army Air Force (PLAAF). A decorated army veteran of the Second Sino-Japanese War and the Chinese Civil War, he transferred to the Air Force after being handicapped by battle wounds. He trained to… Read More

What is ‘Coronary Steal’?

Introduction Coronary steal (with its symptoms termed coronary steal syndrome or cardiac steal syndrome) is a phenomenon where an alteration of circulation patterns leads to a reduction in the blood flow directed to the coronary circulation. It is caused when there is narrowing of the coronary arteries and a coronary vasodilator is used – “stealing”… Read More

An Overview of Therapeutic Use Exemption

Introduction A therapeutic use exemption (TUE), also known as a temporary use exemption, is a term created in 1991 and refers to an official medical document. The document gives an athlete permission to take a medication listed on the World Anti-Doping Agency’s (WADA) Prohibited List, normally prohibited because its use would be considered a performance… Read More

An Overview of Protein Supplements

Introduction A protein supplement is a dietary supplement or a bodybuilding supplement, and usually comes in the form of a protein bar, protein powder, and even readily available as a protein shake. Usually made from whey, plant, and/or meat sources. Protein supplements are extracts or concentrates of high protein foodstuffs, used in bodybuilding and as… Read More

Understanding Asbestos Exposure Risks in Army Facilities

Introduction For decades, military personnel have worked in environments riddled with asbestos. It is a common yet hidden hazard. From barracks to shipyards, you could find asbestos everywhere. This practice continued even with the serious health risks it poses. Many veterans and workers in military facilities have unknowingly experienced serious asbestos exposure, which can lead… Read More

Who was James MacLachlan (1919-1943)?

Introduction James Archibald Findlay MacLachlan DSO, DFC & Two Bars (01 April 1919 to 31 July 1943) was a Royal Air Force (RAF) fighter pilot and flying ace of the Second World War. MacLachlan was credited with 16 German and Italian aircraft shot down in approximately 250 missions – 7 were at night of which… Read More