You may think that working out every day is the right way to reach your goals, and while it certainly may be good to stick to a routine, taking a break is also a part of a well-balanced fitness routine. But what if you could be “resting” while still staying active? Enter the concept of…

It’s no secret that at Anytime Fitness, we believe that your resolutions or goals shouldn’t be labelled with a timeframe or be tied to a time of year. Goals are personal to the individual and nothing makes our teams prouder than celebrating our members’ progress and giving that extra bit of support and guidance whenever…

Completing this full-body workout using dumbbells will provide a balanced stimulus for various muscle groups. It promotes overall strength development, muscular endurance, and improves functional fitness. Additionally, incorporating compound movements like squats, presses, and rows helps engage multiple muscle groups simultaneously, providing efficient and effective workouts.     Exercise Sets Reps Rest Period Benefits Goblet…

Do you want to get into cardio? Whether it’s been a while or you’ve never included it in your routine before, there’s always time to start. We’ve got some tips below, but the best way to get into a new fitness routine is by speaking to a member of the gym team. They’re always ready…

Do you know how to find your fitness goals? Behind almost every decision to join a gym or start a healthy routine is the motivation to achieve something. Goals come in many shapes and forms and can range from self-improvement, wanting to be the best version of yourself for an event or challenge or even…

It can be difficult at times to generate motivation for fitness. We humans are complex. We know something is bad for us and we still do it, we can know something is good for us and not! Understanding the importance of exercise should assist as part of your motivation. If there’s anything we do know,…

Choosing the right gym can be a big decision, which is why we offer free one-day gym passes at Anytime Fitness. Having a free workout on us gives you the chance to speak to one of our friendly team, safely try out the equipment and decide if it’s the right environment and location for you.…

As with most things in life, the hardest thing is getting started. Whether that’s a new activity or lifestyle change, a gym routine is no different and it can often take time to settle in and find something that works for you. Our survey found that 30% of people want to get into or back…

When you exercise, should you be training to failure? In the quest for optimal fitness gains, you’ve likely heard around the gym that it’s necessary to push your body to its absolute limits and train to complete failure. But is this approach actually the key to unlocking remarkable results, and why do people swear by…

Do you know what to wear to the gym? For practical purposes or aesthetics, picking the right thing to wear to the gym can help lift your confidence. In this blog post, we’ll provide you with a practical guide on what to wear to the gym, ensuring you look and feel your best while crushing…

Is it okay to go to the gym every day? You may wonder this for several reasons. Seeing someone else doing the same may raise the question or you might find having the same routine every day keeps you from taking accidental breaks. First things first, going to the gym every day can be beneficial,…

Every member gets a series of wellbeing appointments when they join. These appointments are time set aside for you to go through your goals, create plans, work on other areas of health with a member of the gym’s team. There are three main appointments to schedule, but support and assistance does not stop when you’ve…

How often should you work out? Adults should be doing some kind of physical activity every day, but that doesn’t mean you have to visit the gym or do the same workout 7 days a week. Overall, whatever exercise you’re doing should be spread over the whole week. This means you might go to the…

Should you use light or heavy weights in the gym? We’re going to look at this from a strength-building perspective, as it’s a common goal and extremely useful in daily life. This is often a heavily contested question, with personal preferences and exercise styles providing support for both sides. Thankfully, there has been plenty of…

“Compound lifts” is a term commonly used in the fitness space. There’s often an assumption that people will already know exactly what this means and why they should be paying attention to these lifts. We’re going to cover all of this so you leave this post confident in your understanding of what compound lifts are,…

You’re probably wondering whether or not you should use free weights in your workout routine. Well, the short answer is yes, but, let’s dive a little deeper into the reasons why free weights are such a beneficial addition to any fitness program. First off, free weights are incredibly versatile. They can be used to target…

One of the most asked questions regarding exercise is whether it’s better to go to the gym in the morning or at night. It could be that you’re naturally an early riser and want to start the day as you mean to go on, you may want to visit the gym at a quieter…

How do we find motivation, and keep it going? As humans we always strive for more, to have our dream body and be healthy. There are many ways to work out nowadays as well as maintain a healthy body weight but unfortunately, most of these programs do not address one of the most important factors…

Working out at the gym can be a great way to improve your physical health and reach your fitness goals. However, it can be easy to become bored and lose motivation when working out alone. That’s where the benefits of exercising in the gym with other people come into play. Whether you work out with…

Having felt judged by others previously, Stuart Lord was feeling unfit, overweight, and struggling mentally. He didn’t want to socialise, feeling people would look at him and in his own words, ‘think he’s a mess’. Weighing 108kg at the time, Stuart would get out of breath after going up a flight of stairs and in…

If you have ever felt anxiety or trepidation about going to the gym, you have experienced a type of ‘gymtimidation’. One may feel intimidated by a gym for many different and personal reasons. You may feel you don’t have enough knowledge of the equipment, perhaps it’s your first time and you’re unsure how you’ll fit…

We all know that sitting too long isn’t good for our health, but that doesn’t always mean it’s easy to avoid. Working hours, commuting, and the need to chill out after a long day all mean we do probably end up sitting longer than we should or even would like to. Aches and pains are…

Can fitness be a hobby, or do you have to commit to it like you would a job to see results? You often hear the phrase “fitness is a lifestyle” and while this is true, there are many things that make up a lifestyle and not all of them are good! Hobbies, friends, habits, goals,…

Dumbbells are one of the most versatile, transportable and easily accessible items in any gym or home user’s collection of kit. Although they range in price and size, a dumbbell is optimally utilised when you vary how you use them. The traditional curling and pressing motions are good. However, they usually become boring and people…

Marathons are tough on the body, there’s no way around this fact. Your whole body from your muscles and tendons to less thought of hormones and almost every physiological system is pushed to the max during a marathon race. Muscle fatigue, cellular damage and weakened immunity are all common post-marathon consequences but you don’t have…

Exercising safely during pregnancy is likely to be a consideration or concern for many people when they learn they are expecting. Can you continue to exercise? What changes should you make? It’s important to look after yourself when you’re pregnant, and staying active can support you and your baby’s health. But it can be confusing…

If you read out last blog post about some of the warning signs of overtraining, you’re probably wondering how you can help yourself heal from these effects. Recovering from overtraining doesn’t have to be complex and it’s useful to know how to do so, even if you haven’t experienced the effects of overtraining yet. Keep…

What do you know about hormonal cycles and training? You might think about the time of day you train or figure out what days of the week work best for you by listening to your body, but may not have considered the effects of a monthly hormonal cycle as well. For people with a menstrual…

Finding balance over Christmas can be a challenge. The Christmas period is fun but can be highly stressful. With last-minute shopping, increased traffic and rushing to finish work – the negatives vs multiple late nights with alcohol and the office becoming a mecca for chocolate and mince pies, there’s a lot to consider. Balance can…

Losing body fat via regular exercise and improved eating can deliver some obvious, visible changes quite quickly; looking slimmer, increase in muscle and a boost in confidence as you’re hitting your goals. However, weight loss benefits go much further than outward appearances. Here are some of the amazing hidden changes that happen inside your body as you lose weight, all…

Fondly known as Ricky, Carlos Brathwaite is an international cricketer and an entrepreneur with a sharp perspective, a remarkable skill-set, & most importantly, a special connection with the people. Carlos has been playing cricket for several international, franchise, and domestic teams and today he shares his thoughts on mental fitness and how this relates to…

Are you ready to get back into your gym routine? Had a break from home workouts? That’s totally normal and breaks should always be taken in any workout routine as they are vital to give your body time to recover, rejuvenate and for you to evaluate your goals and aspirations. However, a few of us…

What is LISS?   Low Intensity Steady State (LISS) is an acronym for a method of training/exercise. As the name suggests, your objective would be to keep your heart rate at a comfortable/maintainable level and to work for a longer period of time.   What are the benefits of LISS?   Lower intensity exercise allows…

The UK is a nation of pet lovers, with data showing that 40% of the UK population own a pet! Dogs seem to be the preferred pet of choice for Brits, with 25% of pet owners owning at least one. That is unsurprising, as these pets offer loyal companionship like no other. If that isn’t…

Sitting for long periods of time is a major contributing factor to muscular-skeletal injury (mainly back pain) and the slowing down of your metabolic rate. Often people who sit for long periods don’t realise until they have related symptoms or have already gained excessive weight. Short term signs could be tight muscles (poor flexibility and…

How active are you on a daily basis? It’s a common question and the government regularly like to question our habits and inactivity, but for the people that aren’t in the majority and go to the gym, how productive is your time at the gym? You might be surprised by the stats…