A pole dance class typically involves some spins, climbs, dance moves and sometimes floor work as well. This combination of intensity levels classify pole dancing as an interval training, which is great for runners to try after running intensely. Interval training is known to be one of the best ways to burn fat and drastically improve your cardiovascular fitness.

It has been well documented that heart screenings for athletes save lives as many abnormalities and risks attached can be detected before one embarks on strenuous runs. Now for those who would like to find out what constitutes a heart screening, we will guide you through to provide a better idea on what to expect.

Shoe sizing is true to fit and no compensation required. I was equally satisfied by how roomy the toe box is which provides relief for my wide feet. With ProGrid midsole extending to the entire foot bed, the shoe feels cushy with a touch of firmness. Even after 120km worth of pounding, the shoe still feels evenly cushioned and responsive.

Prior to the BlueHR, my experiences with heart rate monitors were with some rather archaic examples, due partially to the fact that this was in 2004, where Polar was still king of the hill and alternatives were often unreliable.

Remarkably the one of the most famous trail races, this year’s North Face 100 Singapore Race attracted numerous serious runners. They were more than ready to take on the challenge of conquering undulating terrains and mind stretching race courses.

In order to gauge our level of fitness, it is basic to first know how to calculate our Resting Heart Rate (RHR). Wendy recommended that we count our heart beats for 10 seconds and then multiply the number of heart beats by 6; this allowed us to have a rough gauge of our RHR. It is more accurate to calculate this first thing in the morning when you wake.