Getting started Joining the gym can be a significant lifestyle change and often, not an easy one. Recent research* has found that one in four women feel intimidated by the gym and shy away from exercise due to the fear of being judged. With over 165 clubs in the UK, we’re keen to support…
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…
It is National Best Friend’s Day! This is a day when we celebrate the special bond between you and your best friend – the person who listens to you without judging, supports you, who makes you laugh until your stomach hurts and with who you share everything. And on this day, we’re looking at why…
We know that people may fast for religious holidays or as part of a specific diet routine. We hope that everything went well for those who have recently completed Ramadan and understand that most people are keen to get back into their usual routine, both inside and out of the gym. Fasting should not stop you…
How many times have you been waiting for a piece of equipment or weights and the person occupying it is talking, texting or playing a game on their phone? It may be your pet peeve, but there is often a good reason why (for shorter periods), such as taking a rest in between sets. …
Even as little as 20 seconds brisk exercise such as taking the stairs instead of the lift, could be enough to improve fitness. In a recent study in the New York Times* scientists into interval style training found that as little as 20 seconds of brisk stair climbing, done several times a day, could be beneficial. Researchers called these ‘insta-workouts’ and without leaving their office or changing into active wear, significant health gains can be seen from these simple exercises.
We’ve all heard about the benefits of raising your heart beat and getting a sweat on in the gym. Classes like hot yoga are booming due to the benefits of working out while the body is hot. You may be grateful you can head to the gym for your workout while the streets are freezing and the show is falling. However this cold weather could give your workouts the edge. Why not step out of the gym and exercise in the winter chill for a change. You could see big improvements.
Today, the treadmill is the most popular piece of fitness equipment, found in homes and health clubs around the world. But where did this great cardiovascular machine come from? Read on to find out more…
As a reward for all your hard work in the gym we are running a prize draw to win a trip to New York. Refer a friend before the 31st March and you’ll be entered into the member’s prize draw once your friend joins..
What’s more, you’ll get one entry for every referred friend, so the more you refer, the more chances you get! If you have a training buddy in mind, simply click on the button below and complete the forms to take part in our fantastic New York prize draw. Share your experience with a friend today!
We look at what might be big in 2019, including Remote Coaching, maximising the over 55’s market and virtual classes… Anytime Fitness has made its predictions for the hot new trends expected to shape the fitness industry in the new year. The national gym provider, which now has over 155 clubs across the UK, has been working closely with different partners and analysing trends and data. From this they have identified and are already using some new and upcoming trends and concepts – here’s what to keep an eye out for…
