In my line of work, I have the pleasure (and privilege) of coaching clients with a myriad of physical capabilities and a variety of backgrounds. Whatever their motivation and ambition, all of them have the opportunity to benefit from strength and power training. While they focus on different aspects of physical performance, they are both … Continue reading Strength and Power – It’s Not Just for Elite Athletes!
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“Long-term consistency trumps short-term intensity”.
This quote from Bruce Lee encapsulates the principles of my training ethos. Whilst I have nothing against properly-planned intensive exercise periods as a part of the pathway to certain fitness goals, I am a firm believer that consistency in activity over a greater period will lead to more long-lasting benefits. For most of us, our … Continue reading “Long-term consistency trumps short-term intensity”.
Online Fitness Trends – my thoughts.
You would expect me to support any form of exercise (within reason!) However, I have just come across some research by Confused.com which suggests that not all sources of exercise are equal in the benefits they bring. It is becoming more widely recognised and promoted that looking after your body and mind is the best … Continue reading Online Fitness Trends – my thoughts.
Hints and Tips When Hiring a Personal Trainer
Finding the personal trainer who is right for you is a challenge. But it’s one which, with a littleresearch and determination, you can pull off very successfully if you follow a few simple guidelines.Stating the obvious, the first step is to decide whether or not you feel will benefit from the individual attention that a … Continue reading Hints and Tips When Hiring a Personal Trainer
Going solo or with a group – which is best?
I love working with my clients - whether 1-2-1 or in a group. The main concern for me is which environment is going to be of the greatest benefit. Group vs solo exercise success can hinge on individual preference, personality, objectives, commitment, time frame and environment. Any PT can design exercise routines that achieve their … Continue reading Going solo or with a group – which is best?
Fitness and Wellbeing for Women over 40
As far as I am concerned there’s never a bad time to try to keep your body and mind as fit and agileas possible. Exercise at any age is a good habit to adopt, as long as it suits the individual's needs and abilities. If you can maintain your general fitness as you get older … Continue reading Fitness and Wellbeing for Women over 40
The Exercise ‘Gender Gap’
Some concerning research has shown that women are exercising less than men. You may have heard that this has become known as the “Gender Gap”. The gendergap is more obvious in vigorous activities, sports participation, and strength training.Nevertheless, the difference is very noticeable at all levels of physical activity.The more I research exercise and how … Continue reading The Exercise ‘Gender Gap’
Girls V Boys – why results differ
Why don't Men and Women Benefit Equally from Doing the Same Exercises? Ever trained identically with a partner or friend of the opposite sex and wondered why their results are different from yours? Why do men seem to lose fat faster, or gain muscle quicker? Why can women run longer and not fatigue as quickly? … Continue reading Girls V Boys – why results differ
The Real Benefits of Hiring Your Own Personal Trainer
So as “Quitters Day” (Jan 10) and “Blue Monday” (Jan 20) recede in the rear view mirror of our daily lives and we start to fall into the rhythm of a new year, let’s spare a thought for all those people (some of whom I’m sure most of us know) who have yet to get … Continue reading The Real Benefits of Hiring Your Own Personal Trainer
Stress – What can you do to help YOU? (It’s Not Only Exercise That Can Help…)
Stress is a subject which I have written about before (November 2023). At that time I was prompted by the discovery that 1st November 2023 was National Stress Awareness Day and I was interested in how exercise had the potential to play a part in helping to alleviate the impact of stress for sufferers. You … Continue reading Stress – What can you do to help YOU? (It’s Not Only Exercise That Can Help…)
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