Bodyweight training. What is it? Bodyweight training really is exactly what it says on the tin; using your body weight as resistance when training. A simple concept that, when performed well, can be highly effective, time-efficient, space-saving and cost-free. It’s perfect for all levels of fitness and especially useful if you are pressed for time.…
Top five benefits from walking Walking is a great way to exercise by yourself or with your family, so we’ve put together a few of the top benefits of walking for you here. Why not use these as conversation starters on your next adventure out? Walking is a great way of reducing your…
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…
It’s National Gardening Week from 27th April to 3rd May! The country’s biggest celebration of gardening and a great reminder to get outside into your garden or balcony and enjoy the weather with an activity you might not usually associate with exercise. Springtime provides you with warmer weather and an opportunity to get your garden…
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…
We’ve all had an upheaval of our usual routine, and maybe you want to get back into your healthy exercise habits or feel the desire to pick up some new ones. Procrastination or lack of a plan can make this challenging, but we’ve got some tips to help you stop avoiding exercise and build a…
It’s extremely normal to suffer from delayed onset muscle soreness (DOMS) after trying new exercises or increasing the intensity and weights in your workout. DOMS will occur one to two days after your workout and can last up to 5 days in extreme cases. Resistance training causes the muscle fibres to microtear, which inflames the…
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. Playing cricket for several international, franchise, and domestic teams, Carlos made everyone ‘Remember the Name’ during the final match of 2016 ICC World Cup Twenty20, sealing…
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…
