They say that routine is the main culprit against progress. Well the same can be said for your fitness journey. Do something enough times and your body will condition itself to the elements.

In gym world, that means leaving you with wasted time, energy and money alongside little results to show for in the end. Gains don’t needn’t be that hard.

Today we’re talking about the need to shock your body to achieve real strength whilst leaning up – high intensity interval training (HIIT).

Experts say that HIIT needs to be a part of your program if you want to be proper fit as opposed to just lean. Helping us out with the hard facts is personal trainer Sam Wood of 28 by Sam Wood, a man who boasts seventeen years worth of experience in the fitness game.

Why You Need To Shock Your Body For Gains

The short answer: The body is smart and it works out what’s going on quickly and adapts.

The proven theory is that if you don’t shock the body and create a response, there won’t be any adaptation (progress, gains, etc). HIIT also provides an accelerated metabolic effect well after the workout has finished and this is a good thing.

“If you go for a run or a walk or a jog, you will have an elevated metabolism whilst doing that workout.”

“Being a steady state exercise, relatively quickly after you finish your heart rate comes back down and so does your metabolic rate. It just means you’re burning calories and fat at a normal state, whereas if you do high intensity training, you’re really out of your comfort zone and it has a carry-over accelerated metabolic effect.”

Wood says that if you do a HIIT workout in the morning, you will have an elevated metabolic rate for a majority, if not the whole day. This is as opposed to a run or a walk where your body’s metabolic rate will go back to steady state quickly.

Does This Mean Jogging Is Useless?

Low intensity exercises still have a place in this world, according to Wood.

“We live in this fast paced world where people want bang for their buck. HIIT is going to give you better bang for your buck.”

What you need to consider though is how hard you’re willing to push your body to see results in a certain time frame. Regularly pushing yourself out of your comfort zone demands a mental aptitude and physical capability that many people don’t have.

“You have to be durable enough that HIIT activity doesn’t injure you or worse, set you back,” explains Wood.

“HIIT scares people off because it makes people think it’s for super fit people, buff, covered in muscles, training like that.”

High intensity training should be relative to you. More importantly your high intensity is different to another’s high intensity and it’s a point that needs to be embraced.

“High intensity doesn’t need to be high impact”

Here are Wood’s suggestions for a basic HIIT session:

• Sprints
• Mountain climbers
• Military push-ups
• Bike with increasing intervals
• Burpees
• Squat jumps
• Battle ropes

The key to successful high intensity interval training is to follow it up by short recovery. When starting out it’s important not to pigeonhole HIIT into lots of jumping and heavy landing.

“It’s all about the more muscles you work in one movement. The bigger muscle groups generate more blood flow which means heart rate gets higher – higher intensity equals bigger bang for your buck.”

“You’ll get more benefit from a burpee, squat jump or push-up into something else more than a bicep curl which is fairly isolated.”

“It’s important to workout your upper body, lower body and core.”

From a cardio perspective, Wood recommends using a Concept 2 rower or assault bike. These machines will get your upper and lower body working hard together.

HIIT Strength Training: Getting It Right

You see it in the gym all the time and it often leaves you with a question. How do you know you’re lifting heavy enough or compromising your form?

“The term in weight training you need to know is progressive overload,” says Wood.

“You progressively overload the muscle to create an adaptation. How you know if you’re in the right zone or weight category is based on this one point – good form through a full range of motion at which rep range you will hit the wall.”

When training for strength:

• It’s ok to hit the wall in a 3-5 rep range

When training for muscle hypertrophy or growth:

• It’s okay to hit the wall at anywhere from 10 – 20 reps depending on the exercise

When training for endurance:

• You want to hit the wall at 30 – 40 reps (push-ups or body-weighted exercises)

Wood says that If you have the right consistency and intensity, you can get incredible results in less than 30 minutes a day.

“If you go gym twice a week, make those sessions longer. If you’re a 4, 5 or 6 times a week person, you can get awesome results if you’re pushing yourself in less than 30 minutes a day.

As always these practices only work with good nutrition. Failing this will negate all your hard work.

Should You Do HIIT Everyday?

The short answer is that it depends on what you’re trying to achieve.

“If you’re trying to put on lots of muscle, HIIT training is not going to do that,” says Wood.

“HIIT training is great for keeping you strong, lean and maintaining some muscle mass whilst being great for cardio fitness.”

“But if you’re a skinny guy who wants to put on 20kg of muscle, you’re still going to have to do your heavier volume weight sessions just until you get to that point where your body finds it sweet spot to how much lean muscle tissue you can maintain.”

So the gist of the concept is simple. If you’re an everyday guy who just wants to be a bit stronger, a bit leaner and thinner, then HIIT training is the right option.

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Clearly there are some perks to being the official timekeeper of a major football team.

The latest example is the Manchester United edition of the TAG Heuer‘s Carrera Heuer 01 and Formula 1 watches. Created to mark Manchester United’s tour of the United States as well as their upcoming English Premiere League season, the watches will pair the Swiss watchmaker’s avant-garde design with the club’s signature colours.

Naturally the red and anthracite grey watches will also be worn by players in the 2018 – 2019 season.

So what’s in the box?

The special edition TAG Heuer Carrera Heuer 01 will come as a 43mm stainless steel piece which houses the proven Calibre Heuer 01 Automatic movement. This movement affords hours, minutes and seconds functions alongside a date window at the 3 o’clock mark. There’s also three additional rhodium-plated chrono counters at 12 o’clock, 6 o’clock, and 9 o’clock –  the latter of which wears the club’s logo.

Flip the watch around and you’ll be able to peer into the mechanism thanks to a sapphire caseback. The sporty and masculine aesthetic is polished off with a rubber strap that sports the club’s iconic signature colour. It also affords 100 metres of water resistance.

The second model to join the line-up is the TAG Heuer Formula 1 chronograph. It’s more accessible than the Heuer 01 thanks to its full steel construction of the 43mm case and a quartz chronograph movement. The watch affords hours, minutes and seconds functions alongside a date window at the 4 o’clock mark. The dial meanwhile is finished in opaline anthracite which is contrasted against red indexes and an oversized ’12’ in Arabic numeral at the midday mark.

There are also three chrono counters on this piece which makes this model one of the best value watches in the TAG Heuer range. The watch is paired to a black rubber strap to echo its true sport aesthetic.

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Forget colourful cabanas, picturesque beaches and rum cocktails: Bermuda’s beauty has long been overshadowed by the dark legends that surround its notorious waters—known for vanishing ships, planes and people at will.

Some attribute supernatural forces to the many unexplained disappearances that have occurred over the years, such as aliens capturing humans for study, the influence of the “lost” continent of Atlantis, and vortices that suck objects into other dimensions.

However a team of scientists have just discovered what makes the Bermuda Triangle (the water between Bermuda, Miami and Puerto Rico) so dangerous. Researchers from the University of Southhampton told Fox News that “rogue waves” are responsible for sinking hundreds of ships and ending thousands of lives in the 270,000 square mile section of the Atlantic.

I thought the Bermuda Triangle was going to be a bigger problem in my life when I was younger.

— Shower Thoughts (@ThislsPerfect) July 26, 2018

To test the theory, the scientists built a model of the USS Cyclops, which went missing in 1918, and put it to the test against rogue waves in an indoor simulation. They found that the waves, which can swell to be over 100 feet high on the open ocean, quickly inundated the boat and caused it to sink.

“There are storms to the south and north, which come together. And if there are additional ones from Florida, it can be a potentially deadly formation of rogue waves.”

He also said that the larger the ship, the more likely it is to be destroyed, as it is more open to being snapped in half.

“The bigger the boat gets, the more damage is done. If you can imagine a rogue wave with peaks at either end, there’s nothing below the boat, so it snaps in two. If it happens, it can sink in two to three minutes.”

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In my time on this planet I’ve learnt many things such as my children will probably have red hair, bad decisions make great stories and that the girl (or guy) of your dreams just might be around the corner, so always be prepared.Here is a light hearted look at ten things which I believe can help you snag the one to take home to mum.

Get Your House In Order

When I say house I mean yourself. Meeting the girl of your dreams while you’re angry, sad, insecure or just plain ‘all over the shop’ is not recommended.Women are very clever and can sense when you’re being mental or a needy bear. You want to come across as someone who’s sure of themselves, whether that’s a nerd, jock or creep-ball. Be happy to tell people, “I’m creep-ball and I’m ok with that”. 

Fear Is Perfectly Normal

It’s in men’s DNA to be scared of being told to piss-off by a girl. Back when we threw spears at one another, rejection would literally mean being thrown out the tribe. This would mean certain death and NOT a short stint as a reality TV star.It’s perfectly normal to be shitting bricks when you attempt to meet the girl of your dreams. The most important thing to remember is to push through it, because there’s no tribe, no death, only possibilities. The words “All you need is 20 seconds of unbelievable courage” have never been truer.

You’ve Got No, But You Can Get Yes

My father is many things; a wino, an architect who never architected and a smart guy when it comes to giving something a go. He’s always told me “you’ve got no, you can get yes”. By not at-least going up and saying hello to the girl or guy of your dreams, you won’t have a snowball’s chance in hell of knowing if she will say yes.

The 3 Second Rule

This is perhaps the best rule in meeting your hottie. You have 3 seconds from the moment you first see her until you begin to believe all the bullshit of why you shouldn’t say hello. It doesn’t matter where you are, as soon as you see her you’ll have 1 second to register she’s ‘the one’ and 2 more seconds to clear your throat so your voice doesn’t break when you say hello. Believe me, recovery from a squeaky voice is hard. Just ask David Beckham.

Be Daring

Giving her your business card with “Your hot!!!” written (dodgy grammar included) on the back is not brave, it’s shit and you’re better than that. Girls remember the guys who were ballsy enough to say hello in the not-so-normal situations. Be daring, be brave and be remembered for something that other guys wouldn’t normally do. You never know, it might be the thing that tips her scales in your direction.RELATED: Things That Women Notice About Men First

Say ‘Hello’ Or ‘Hi’

You need a good opener and the best opener is…’hello’. It’s the easiest way to get a ‘hello’ back. Try and be too clever and you risk her not responding at all. If you must, think of something situational that can easily create a dialogue. By doing this you’ll at least have 30 seconds to do a quick compatibility scan. Prognosis? Positive. Proceed.

Develop Your Point Of Difference

Like in marketing, the brands which stand out have a point of difference. People don’t remember beige. For me back in the day, it was my Topman Micky Mouse jumper. Always got a comment and made me appear ten years younger to unsuspecting love interests.

Asking Them Out Via Text Is A No-No

So you’ve risen to the challenge and asked them out. You have their mobile number and you’re planning your next move. All I can say is, DO NOT TEXT. Call me old fashioned but it takes a lot of balls to pick up the phone and set a place and time for date #1. She WILL remember that you called and she will tell her friends.

There Are No Return Flights From Friend Zone

Friend Zone is a dangerous place which should be avoided at all costs. When you meet her and if you really like her, then let it be known. Dancing around the subject, pretending to be her friend and all that rubbish will only make your cause harder.

Learn From Your Mistakes

The best thing about asking women out is you could potentially do it fifty times a day if you really wanted. But that’s borderline creepy (refer to point#1). So getting out there and practicing is the best method of getting a better awareness of what works for you and what doesn’t. Relish the challenge, ups, downs and funny stories you’ll have to tell your grandkids one day. God speed, you magnificent bastard.RELATED: How To Approach A girl When She’s With Her Squad

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We kid you not. The Rock pioneered it. Rappers refined it. And now Dwyane Wade has elevated the polarising fanny pack style to a whole new level.

The NBA star was at a Los Angeles launch event when he paired an oversized white fanny pack with a black tee, charcoal washed denim with rolled cuffs, black socks and white dad sneakers complete with a…$44,150 Rolex Day-Date 40 timepiece.

The look certainly won’t be to everyone’s tastes, but there’s no denying that the bumbag (fanny pack) across the chest trend has evolved to earn a spot in today’s high fashion realm (alongside a host of memes).

We’re seeing more and more of the hype beast guys rocking Supreme fanny packs with their streetwear as opposed to the “lads” of yesteryear. Whether or not this is a good thing for the future men’s fashion is something we’ll let you guys decide.

What we an say is that it looks out of place next to Wade’s wife, Gabrielle Union. We mean really, what do you really need to carry in that fanny pack?

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Grooming. How difficult can it be? Very much so, considering our fixation with the latest hairstyle trends and quick-tricks for better looking facial hair. And then, there’s mancaping – down below. Uh-oh.Whatever the grooming crutch, simple is so much better than anything overdone. Why is which we’ve compiled a quick list of what’s considered humble habit for becoming a well-groomed man: flawless skin, nice hair and white teeth. Nobody’s born beautiful. Here are 6 simples habits of well groomed men that every man should use in his daily bathroom routine.RELATED: Simplest Ways Men Can Prevent Signs Of Ageing

You’ve Got A Signature Scent

Your cologne or fragrance says a lot about personal taste, which is why well groomed men have this down pat. First, go to a reputable fragrance seller – one that retails both big name, best-sellers and boutique scents. Apply and sniff, and let the fragrance mellow on the card or skin. Get to know it, take it home with you, live with it for while – only then can you truly know if you like it or not.If you’re not happy with an off-the-shelf brand (or content with smelling like everyone else), then concoct you very own scent. Like a bespoke suit, it will fit your personality and style like a glove. In summary, take the time to try-before-you-buy. There’s more to fragrance than forming an allegiance with Team Citrus, Team Sugar or Team Spice.

You Brush (And Floss)

“How hot is bad breath,” said no-one, ever. Which is why dental hygiene – down to the nitty-gritty, is imperative. Flossing does about 40% of the work required to remove sticky bacteria, or plaque from your teeth, especially in between teeth, where brushing doesn’t reach.Plaque generates acid, which can cause cavities, irritate the gums, and lead to gum disease – one of the main causes of bad breath. You follow? Not even mouthwash or the occasional mint replaces the ferocity of a good floss. Afraid of the red stuff? Bleeding means the gums are inflamed because plaque has built up and needs to be cleaned away. Gross. But, don’t let that deter you. Floss- at least once a day, and the bleeding, plaque and bad breath shall cease.

You Know Your Hair Type

It’s all well and good to want the coolest haircut of the season. But well-groomed men know their hair type first, and then decide on a workable hairstyle based on what genetics gave them. These are the main hair characteristics to consider:

• Density: thick, medium or thin
• Porosity: the hair’s ability to hold moisture (low, medium or high)
• Elasticity: the hair’s ability to stretch and not break (low, medium or high)
• Curl Pattern: straight, wavy, curly or coily

Decipher your hair type using the checklist above. But be sure to do so only when the hair is au naturel: dry, clean and void of any hair product that inhibit a true assessment. Then, head to a barber (with a photo if you wish), to explain the look you’re after. Then, with the pro’s approval should you proceed with your dream hairdo.

You Know Your Skin Type

Just like hair, the well-groomed man knows his specialised skin type. The main skin types for men are oily, dry, sensitive and normal. Whether you need put more moisturise back into the skin or eradicate oils due to clogged up pores, the natural state of your skin (cause by genetics and diet, really) will affect what skin care products you’ll be needing, and how intense your regime.Then, there’s the physical environment that you live/work in. Work in an office? Consider the affect of air-conditioning on drying out your skin. And, if you’re outside working the sun and wind both play a part in drying and even burning your skin. Basic skin care essentials include a non-greasy moisturiser (with added UV protection is a plus), a face cleanser and an exfoliator (to be used pre-shave).

You Always Book In Advance

From the barber who trims to the nail technician who pushes back cuticles, a well groomed man is in tune with his outsourced grooming routine (following some research into the best barber shops, of course). More importantly, he has his hair, beard, waxing and ‘whatever’ appointments booked in, in advance.So, it’s never a cause of looking sloppy, simply because he couldn’t get a session with his go-to person. Visit these people every 4-6 weeks and, in case of emergencies, have these people on speed-dial.

You’ve Got The Balls To Seek Help & Advice

This leads into the most important simple habit of well groomed men – they seek help or advice from others. If you’re unsure on your skin type, consult a skin/beauty therapist or a GP, especially in relation to severe oily/dry skin (the problem could be much deeper than using a certain face cream).Can’t decipher your hair type? Chat to the barber next time and ask what type you are. We guarantee they’ll be impressed you even bothered to ask. And then, as professionals, they can suggest appropriate hair products to lift your hair-game.Finally, find a female in your life (the girlfriend, wife or sister) and chat grooming tricks for a bit. More so than men, women have been inundated with beauty regimes and grooming products (especially skin and hair) their entire lives, and have grooming gems stored away, just waiting to be uncovered.While male and female bodies aren’t exactly alike, there’s certainly cross-over in how the two sexes (both being human) react to ‘life’ environments (the physical weather, diet/exercise and the stress of work/relationships). This all takes its toll on skin, hair and dental hygiene.

Read Next

• Simple Grooming Tips That Every Man Needs To Know
• Master The Perfect Smile With These Affordable At-Home Teeth Straightening Solutions 

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You know how your whisky-swilling self sabotages sober you’s resolution to get fit? Well that same inability to delay gratification is about to become even more stark, thanks to a hidden iphone feature that shows how addicted you are to Instagram.  

If you take a squiz at the battery settings of your mobile you should now be able to see exactly how long you spend on distracting apps like Facebook and Instagram. We tapped in with an air of cool detachment, expecting to see a solid three or four hours.

Little did we know our curiosity was about to blow up in our faces: turns out we swipe away 11.2 hours of our lives a week on Instagram alone. 

Distraught, we hit up Geoff Quattromani, tech commentator and lifestyle editor of EFTM, to ask if we should check into rehab. Luckily for us: he has the same problem!

“I recently started tracking my activities on my phone to see where my attention was also… 3 hours per day on Instagram is not uncommon.”

When asked whether he notices himself spending more time on his phone, Geoff said, “Absolutely, our phones contain the apps that drive our lives, whether it is communicating with people or booking a ride, we’re living our lives through that screen.”

“Gone are the days we use them for a phone call and playing Snake.”

But it’s not necessarily a bad thing, he argues. “I think from a productivity point of view,” he says, “Checking our phones, scrolling our Insta feeds etc. can be a great way to tune out and then go back to what we need to do. It’s the fastest method of escapism, it shows you things you might aspire to—and they could be motivators to work a bit harder… or open your wallet.”

“The problem,” he continues, “Comes from keeping your phone beside your keyboard and being distracted by a notification that you just cannot wait to check.” This is why, “Setting time aside to check your phone is a habit many need to adopt, like the smoko of the old days.”

This can cause serious problems to your productivity, creeping into your psyche without you even realising. A study this week, for example, demonstrated that sporadically checking your smartphone while learning a skill significantly affects your performance when tested.

According to Geoff, “It is only a bad thing if it is impacting your deadlines and the people around you.” For him, the worst impact of smartphones on modern life is, “How often people still pick up their phones when they’re in a conversation with friends and family.”

“If I am on the phone to you, no one dares interrupt someone on the phone. So why is it ok when the situation is reversed? If I am talking to you in person and that phone beeps or rings, why should it interrupt us? That is where I think people forget what is really important.”

But back to work: phones take us away from our “flow state” in which we are most productive, enabling us to act on every half-lazy whim, interrupting our own thought process to have a break we wouldn’t otherwise have taken.

For those of us with no willpower, Geoff has a couple of tricks that will boost productivity. “The first part is to become aware. Installing apps like Moment and LifeCycle will give you a good representation of what is happening in your day and how you’re spending it. If you want to reduce it then setting goals is important; was it 3 hours on Instagram yesterday? Let’s see if we can reduce that to 2 hours the following day.”

You can also, “Ask those around you for help, (because) more often than not, it’s the people around us impacted by our phone use. (So) tell them to pull you up, or put your phones in the middle of the table during a meal.”

This ‘addiction’ gripe is becoming so strong that the next update of iOS for Apple devices has been designed to help you curb it. This means apps like Moment won’t be required anymore—because iOS will have this built in—so you’ll also be able to set real restrictions on your app use where after, say, 2 hours of use in a 24 hour period, elected apps will go dark, giving you an indication you’ve used your time up for the day.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jlPF9_1VIso

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The best thing about Spain is sitting on a terrace at 4pm, coffee in hand, knowing your day is just about to start.

But forget your post-lunch java: when you arrive in a scorching exotic land the first drink on your mind is a sizzling-cold Gin and Tonic (the size of your head). And at four euros a pelotazo you’ll probably order several more.

We get it: you’re after a holiday that gets the adrenal glands flowing. A trip is nothing without a little inhibition. Etc. But if you want to do it without getting shot or arrested (i.e. in style), make sure you read this guide.

Admittedly: Andalusia is a beautiful place better known for British retirees, vibrant fairs and Flamenco music than it is for crime (La Linea de la Conception excepted). And yes—unless you arrive on a contraband-laden boat from Morocco—getting shot or arrested is a highly distant possibility.

But in the interest of keeping you from making any cultural errores, here’s your definitive ~to don’t~ list.

Don’t Light A Bonfire On The Beach

If you’re in Cadiz, lighting a bonfire on the beach to grill your own sardinas will earn you more than a dirty look from restaurant owners. In fact if you’re in a less populated area, building a fire could either get you dropped off a surprise package from Moroccan drug smugglers, or a visit from the local authorities who’ve assumed you are smoke-signalling.

Don’t Get Into A Fight With A Racist

If you’re there in April you’ll see groups of people dressed in hooded white capes pacing the streets brandishing wooden sticks. Although your first thought will be: Ku Klux Klan, these are actually religious processions (or the dress rehearsal for said processions). Suffice to say you don’t need to wrestle with your bystander complex over this one: it’s just how they do Easter…

Insult God, But Not The Catholic Church

Although expressions like “me cago en dios” (I shit on god), “me cago en tu puta madre” (I shit on your f**king mother), and “hostia puta” (holy shit) are used liberally, many people in southern Spain are proudly religious—or at least go along with religious festivals to keep their family happy (see: Semana Santa).

Don’t Order A Soy Latte

Starbucks in Seville excepted, if you don’t want to be laughed out of the cafeteria, don’t order anything health foody or vegan. Unless you want an espresso, when it comes to coffee you have three options: manchado (weak latte), cafe con leche (flat white) or cortado (flat white with less milk). If it doesn’t come in a small glass cup, slightly burnt, with a side of sunny terrace, it ain’t Spanish.

Don’t Order Muesli For Breakfast

If you want people to take you seriously, toast and olive oil (with tomato or ham if you’re extra hungry) is the way to go. They like to think they are the last culture on earth (and perhaps they are) to resist Kellogs and co.’s marketing campaigns that convinced Americans, Australians and Brits that refined sugar and carbs (cereal) is better than healthy fat (oil) and carbs (toast) in the morning.

Don’t Drive Like A Gillipollas (Jerk)

Easy to say; hard to do. Beware especially of taking a short break then returning to the left hand side of the road on autopilot. It’s also worth noting that you can drive legally for 6 months as a tourist, but after that point you are required to go to the relevant embassy (and cough up your hard earned euros) to get a legal permit to drive.

Eat Your Words

No, we don’t mean take anything back. This refers to the Andalucian habit of “eating” (shortening) words. So if you are going to speak the lingo, forget the refined syllables your high-school teacher told you to enunciate at the end of words—in the outdoors-y culture of southern Spain these—along with half the alphabet—are not considered necessary. Compadre = pare. No ni na = no ni nada. Etc.

Don’t Think Twice About Ordering Fried Donuts For Breakfast

We all know and love churros, but real Spaniards eat them for breakfast, dipped in melted chocolate. Mmmmm.

Learn The Lingo

Depending on the region of Andalucia you’re in, mate can be: illo, killo, or mi arma (this one’s closer to “my dear”). Malaje means “bad angel” or bad tempered, and pues nada is a polite way of hinting you are bringing a conversation to an end.

Don’t Forget The Chuchas

When you’re going out for drinks don’t forget the salted peanuts, jelly snakes and lollies—no responsible adult here drinks without them.

Don’t Open Pipas With Your Hands

Pipas (sunflower seeds) sort the guiris (foreigners) from the locals. It’s a well known (unofficial) fact that your understanding of the language and culture will generally progress at the same rate you learn how to crack a sunflower seed and use your tongue to separate the nut from the shell. And once you can do it the battle is only half done—you probably have another six months to go before you can do it easily enough to enjoy it.

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When your morning scroll (no one strolls these days, right?) is rudely interrupted by the same wannabe-influencer’s third gratuitous selfie you might curse their vanity—but would you wish their arrest? No? What about a fine to the tune of $3,300?

For the cold hearted among us there’s good news: Instagram warriors looking for reckless photo-ops in one part of Sydney are now being fined for their crimes against photography. In fact NSW rangers are so overrun with the number of people risking their lives to take photos at one of Sydney’s most iconic locations that they have called in the police to help them.

NSW Parks and Wildlife told the ABC, “NSW Police have been assisting them with ‘site compliance’ at Wedding Cake Rock, a popular tourist spot which has become swamped with people attempting to take the perfect shot for social media sites such as Instagram.”

“The site at Wedding Cake Rock is protected by a 1.6-metre-high fence, erected in 2016 in an attempt to prevent tourists from standing on the rock” (ABC).

A 2015 geotechnical report reportedly found the rock could, without warning, collapse at any time into the sea 50 metres below.

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In March 2016, the government introduced fines of up to $3,300 for anyone caught climbing the fence. Since then rangers have issued 13 fines (as well as “well over 100” warnings) to people ignoring the signage and scaling the fence to take photos.

However, tourists and locals alike continually ignore the threat of the fines and almost every day a photo is uploaded to the Instagram hashtag ‘Wedding Cake Rock’—a place where a French tourist fell to his death in 2014, two men had to be winched to safety in 2015 and a teenage girl’s body was found beneath in 2017.

3 weeks left to find myself a husband for the visa, any takers… let me know #weddingcakerock #deportationisimminent

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