Exercise, Sleep And Wellbeing Over The Festive Season

While Christmas is a time to spoil ourselves, we need to still take care of ourselves and exercise and sleep are essential components of our wellbeing

health goals, Wellbeing, gym, Blood pressure, CardioLauren WaterworthDecember 26, 2021Health, Wellbeing, exercise

What Exercise Do I Need To Do Lose Weight?

There’s no magic spell when it comes to losing weight and keeping it off. To lose weight, tone up and reduce body fat you need to make long-term changes to your current nutritional and exercise habits.

exercise, gym, group fitness, health goals, Personal trainingDominic HallDecember 15, 2021Weight loss

"Knee and/or Ankle Pain Puts Me Off Leg Work At The Gym: What Can I Do?"

If you’re experiencing pain that prevents you from doing leg training, then the key is to find exercises that work for you. You need to minimise the movements that minimise the stress you put on the joints while still progressing your fitness.

"I’ve Never Been to a Gym - Where do I Start?"

Going to the gym for the first time can be daunting and it can take a while to grow accustomed to it and grow in confidence. Personal Trainer Dom shares some advice here so that you don’t put pressure on yourself but instead discover what it is you enjoy the most which in turn you’ll sustain.

gym, Personal training, support, Wellbeing, health goals, exercise, CardioDominic HallNovember 15, 2021gym, personal training, exercise

Osteoporosis

Love your bones

Bone is a living tissue it is constantly broken down and replaced. Bone loss is a normal part of aging Osteoporosis is when the growth of new bone does not keep up with bone loss. Bones can become thin and weak as bone density falls to a level which makes bones at risk of fracture.

Older Adults and Exercise: Improve Your Physical and Mental Health

Regular exercise is a great way to improve both your physical and mental health. As we get older there are various age-related changes which we have to consider in relation to our health. In fact, many of these changes start to happen in our 30s but accelerate as we get to our 50s and beyond. As a personal trainer I love working with the over 60s to see mobility strength and fitness improves gives me a real sense of pride.

A Goal without a plan is just a wish! ‘knowledge is power’

If you take the time to plan your specific goals at the beginning of your journey, you will be able to see the necessary steps it will take to make your goal a reality.

What is Hypermobility? Can a personal trainer help you?

Can you place your hands flat on the floor without bending your knees? Can you bend your thumb to touch your forearm? Can you do the splits or place your body in strange shapes? Do your kneecaps or shoulders dislocate?

Are you symptomatic with this extra movement?