Fit for life: Advice for elderly athletics
Fitness professional Yasmine Hassan on physical activity for seniors Saudi SFA Ambassador and official Baytak Nadeek trainer, Yasmine Hassan, has developed training routines for elderly people… perfecting her theories on a daily basis alongside her parents! In this article, you’ll find a case study of Mr. and Mrs. Hassan’s fitness routines and gains, and a […]
SFA Twitter poll reveals 43% of people continued to exercise throughout Ramadan
Cardio is the most popular form of exercise with 44% selecting it as their workout of choice An informal Twitter poll conducted by the Saudi Sports for All Federation (SFA) has revealed high levels of awareness around the benefits of continuing exercise throughout the holy month. The SFA carried out a Twitter poll (click here […]
Move To Game presents a challenge with prizes exclusively for community sports groups
The sports community in Saudi has showed resilience as you all continue to prioritize fitness. Let’s keep motivating each other to stay active and lead a healthier life! How are we contributing? With Move To Game, jointly launched by the Saudi SFA and SAFEIS, community sports groups are invited to participate in a special challenge […]
Saudi Sports for All Board praises the Federation’s innovative approach to community fitness during the health crisis at quarterly meeting
Board of Directors note Baytak Nadeek’s multimillion reach in the Kingdom and its distinction by the Quality of Life program The Saudi Sports for All Federation (SFA) Board of Directors met for its quarterly meeting via video conferencing, in line with the Kingdom’s national directive to work from home. Chaired by Federation President HRH Prince […]
Fasted exercise: What do we stand to gain?
Experts look into the potential benefits of exercising on an empty stomach Fasted cardio has been a hot topic in the fitness and nutrition industries for the past few years. Many people have raved about their experiences with fasted exercise. But does it live up to the hype? We undertook some research! It is important […]
Fitness expert and entrepreneur Yasmine Hassan appointed as official Saudi SFA Ambassador and Baytak Nadeek Trainer
The Saudi Sports for All Federation announced the appointment of fitness expert Yasmine Hassan to its official Ambassador program and as a Baytak Nadeek Trainer Yasmine, with extensive education in physiology and physicality, is emphatic about the individualistic nature of physical fitness. “I am fascinated by the human body! The more I learn in that […]
Exercise your way to better posture
Eight health benefits to gain from a properly-aligned posture People with good posture tend to capture attention, whether at a gym class or a dinner party. Aside from the aesthetic appeal, there is much more to proper posture than standing a little bit taller! Energy boosts, enhanced breathing, preventative health measures? Yes, all this and […]
Yoga for all: the moves behind the flow
A beginner’s guide to fundamental yoga poses and mindful movement Yoga often conjures up images of hyper-flexible acrobats; while this is often the case at the very advanced levels of yoga practice, the great majority of people who do yoga are in it for improved flexibility, strength, and overall improved mobility. Additional widely-touted benefits of […]
Six reasons to get active in your 50s
Proven mental and physical benefits from a regular exercise routine Five minutes on any social media feed will churn out workout suggestions, smoothie recipes, and even workout apparel suggestions targeting an audience of 20 to 30 somethings. Aside from the social media target market, it is important to remember that the benefits of exercising don’t […]
Eight ways to start a physical activity regime in your 50s
Overcoming the barrier of starting is half the battle Being active in your 50s is crucial to maintaining physical and mental health, but if exercise doesn’t feature into your daily routine getting started can be daunting. It feels like every other week there’s a new fitness fad or diet and getting started can feel […]