Since the COVID-19 pandemic and lockdowns, general levels of physical activity have decreased and sedentary time has increased. Young people are known for spending quite a lot of time on social media but by using these online platforms, it has encouraged many to exercise and keep fit.
Read MoreProtein is a macronutrient meaning it’s an essential part of your diet. It’s important for aiding muscle growth and helping satiety levels and recovery. Protein can be found in many nutritious food sources, many of which may already be part of your normal diet.
Read MoreIt’s very easy to fall out of a routine with everything that is going on at the moment - lockdown, anxiety, fear of the unknown, job uncertainty and lots of mayhem. For us humans to adapt to something none of us have ever experienced before, it’s important to try and hold on to aspects of what we would call ‘normality’.
Read MoreLet's talk PGP. Knowing what it is could lead to earlier treatment and a better quality of life.
Read MoreYou wouldn't let a seamstress perform your surgery, a boxer teach you ballet or have a gardener cut your hair. Training whilst pregnant can feel daunting. Choosing the right trainer is so important as your body is literally your baby's world.
Read MoreOther than bringing a water bottle to ice hockey or the gym I would never really think of drinking a glass of water. It’s just so boring! But after doing some research, I realised how much I disregarded my water intake. So, I bought myself a new water bottle and set a goal to drink eight 250ml glasses of water or two water bottles a day.
Read MoreThe female body is amazing! But I was also acutely aware that even though I was strong, pregnancy and labour take a toll on you and a graded approach was needed to get me back to where I wanted to be.
Read MoreAs a personal trainer and fitness instructor I was keen to get fit again so I thought I'd share with you some of my tips and experience of fitting in exercise and recovering postnatally.
Read MoreBack to school, increased pressures at work, dark nights, post virus...no wonder you are struggling with fatigue. Our PT, physio and Pilates teacher Lauren has shared a number of simple tips for you to re-energise.
Read MoreTo increase the life of your joints, you should stay active so here are some tips to get started.
Read MoreIt’s Back Care Awareness Week and an area of expertise for Lauren who is a qualified physiotherapist and a Level 3 Pilates instructor. Here she shares some myth-busting information and advice on how to tackle back pain and reduce the chances of it recurring.
Read MoreI challenge you to test your balance this week to mark National Balance Week! The aim of is to raise awareness of dizziness and vestibular balance disorders and to highlight how much of an impact inner ear and brain disorders can have on an individual’s daily life.
Read MoreI love this GROW Acronym as a way of setting goals to help keep motivated. It stands for Goals, Reality, Options and Will. Our fantastic PT and running trainer Carla shares tried and tested advice on how to stay motivated and pursue your fitness targets which includes making the goals specific.
Read MoreOur PT Jo has shared the differences between her fitness routines before and during lockdown, her do’s and don’ts, what she is going to continue to incorporate into her own fitness regime and what she will include in all her PT sessions and fitness classes from now on!
Read MoreTrail running is an exhilarating outdoor activity which takes place along paths in parks and countryside. Our running coach Carla shares her tips and advice on several topics including what gear to buy, building up your runs, our running course and recovery.
Read MorePosture is defined as the position in which someone holds their body when standing or sitting. Good posture leads to the correct positioning of our body which results in fewer injuries. However, sitting for prolonged periods every day can lead to injury, pain and weakened muscles among other things so here are some tips to combat that.
Read MoreDo you feel daunted by a long summer of occupying your children after all these weeks of keeping them busy? Here are some ideas for fitness for families and remember it doesn't need to be 'sport' to help them burn off that excess energy and sleep better.
Read MoreAs a trainer one of my favourite parts of the job is helping people get comfortable in the gym. Maybe you have lifted weights in the past and are looking to get back into it, or maybe you stuck to classes because you were unsure where to start with weights. Either way I want you to be aware of the benefits.
Read MoreDiana had hoped to do Focus on Change and Buggy Bootcamp after having a baby in 2019. However, the pandemic intervened and instead we designed a bespoke programme for her. Here she shares her experience of how she has lost weight and emerged far happier and also offers some tips for people contemplating doing it.
Read MoreThe more active you are during pregnancy, the easier it is to adapt to your changing shape and weight gain. It will also help you during labour and getting back into shape following baby’s arrival. You can maintain exercise and physical activity for as long as you feel comfortable.
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