Sports Club Atma-Sport

Every morning, Katrina and I like to start our day with two shots of espresso over ice and a splash of almond milk. It’s part of our morning ritual that helps us take on the day and our workout. Coffee has been used to boost athletic performance for years by trained athletes, but it can also help you achieve your own fitness goals. Keep reading for all of the amazing reasons why you should have a cuppa before heading out to get your sweat session.

Your thigh muscles are on fire. Your face is dripping with sweat. You did it — you decided to take that hot yoga class. But in between Warrior 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5, you might be wondering why the hell you decided to take that hot yoga class. Before you quit (or completely melt away into oblivion), know that the benefits from this physical stress go well beyond a proud social media post; the benefits reach your cells too.

It never fails. About 15 minutes into my morning jog, I notice my hands start to feel tight and my fingers puff up like sausages. As I run through the list of reasons why my hands suddenly look like they belong to someone else, the swelling gets worse and I begin to think something is seriously wrong. But apparently, I’m not alone in my swelling situation because this annoying little occurrence actually happens to many fitness enthusiasts.