Unleash your inner ninja

Five movies that showcase the physical strength and mental discipline of martial artists Think of martial arts; what comes to mind? Do you see ninjas, black belts, gravity-defying flips and kicks? These ancient self-defense and fighting techniques promote better strength, agility, flexibility, balance, and endurance. The spiritual and mental components are equally as important as […]

Sports for All Series Part II: Exercises for your best home workout

Getting fit is easy with these video tutorials Our first edition of five videos (click here to see the article), covered Jumping Jacks, Bird Dogs, Tricep Dips, Flutter Kicks, and Stair Climbing. In this latest edition, we are covering sit-ups, planks, dumbbell squats, pulse ups, and mountain climbers. There has never been a better time […]

Strength in numbers

Join the Saudi sports community on Twitter for motivation and more If you are not on Twitter, this is the time to get on and get interacting! The social networking platform is chock-full of fitness inspiration and health tips. As a quick response to the health situation, Saudi sports accounts (including the SFA) have been […]

Make the most of your workouts at home with DIY equipment

Where there’s a will, there’s a way You’ve made the commitment to start working out, good for you! Whether you choose to commit for the first time or want to reprioritize your fitness after an extended break, taking that first step can be intimidating. Going to the gym is not for everybody, and the good […]

A message from our President to every Saudi home

Dear Brothers and Sisters, We are overwhelmed with pride and warmth at seeing your engagement on our social platforms. Baytak Nadeek #بيتك_ناديك is about a few things: Staying at home, staying safe, and staying active Supporting one another as part of Saudi’s healthy and active community Reaching one another to share positivity and strength … […]

Mommy and Me fitness for Mother’s Day!

Workout with your children at home to build bonds that last a lifetime Working out with your child at home is a rewarding experience that allows your little one to bond with you while staying fit and active. It also gives you a shared special time together that cultivates mutual interests and hobbies. A family’s […]

Simple and effective stretches for the workaholic

Combat desk life with these six easy and relaxing techniques    Find yourself sitting still at your laptop for too long? We are right there with you! The majority of us have fallen into a sedentary lifestyle. Whether it be at our desk job, classroom, behind the wheel, or in front of the TV screen, […]

Sports for All Series Part I: Video exercises for your best home workout

Getting fit is easy with these tutorials The time has come to take charge of getting fit and active! Just a few minutes of exercise daily provides a myriad of physical and mental plusses. You’ll need to start with a few simple stretches to loosen up, and maybe a few minutes of jogging in place […]

Get hydrated for your health

Seven reasons to drink more water (Share this quick and easy read with your friends and family who just don’t drink enough water.) Many of us simply aren’t hydrating enough, but it is a straightforward equation.  Approximately 60% of the human body is made up of water, and you can survive much longer without food […]

Harnessing meditation for physical and mental health

Taking a short daily time out boosts you mentally and physically Meditation, one of the older forms of self-care, has become on-trend over the past two decades, and even more so over the past few years with the surge of mindfulness. For most people, the biggest challenges of meditating are twofold: truly clearing your mind […]