Following on from the introduction to posture, a simple exercise for core strength is the first of the demos. The exercise is called a plank. Done correctly it it quite a tough exercise! The plank will help with Maintaining good posture Improvements in stability for sports and everyday functional movements Keeping your tummy tucked in
The importance of good posture
Having good posture is about much more than just looking good. Good posture conveys many benefits. An enormous amount could be written about the understanding of posture, posture assessment and posture correction. The human body is a complex construction of interconnections and multiplanar tensions. The way in which all these connections and tensions are balanced
Body Composition – a taster
As you know, we specialise in improving our clients’ body composition. The most common understanding of body composition improvement is a reduction in body fat and an increase in muscle. This is what almost everyone strives for when they embark on one of our programmes. As you might imagine, there is a lot more to
The benefits of sled training
I’m sure you are aware we are big fans of resistance training, but I wouldn’t want you to think that we only like pumping iron. Sled training is a fantastic alternative to traditional weight training. If you’re not already aware, our new facility will have a turf track for sled training. I’m pretty excited about
10 Best metabolism boosting exercises
Most of you have heard of High Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) I’m sure. It’s a great way to keep the metabolism humming for hours and expend some extra calories in the ‘afterburn’. Another way to boost the metabolism, and a better way in my view, is with weight training. Now that said, not all exercises
Jerk Chicken Salad
It’s definitely starting to feel autumnal, but that doesn’t mean we have to stop eating salad. Maybe you don’t even eat salad, you find it boring? Well for sure, the common combo of iceberg, cucumber, tomato is definitely boring. Try this jerk chicken salad. Not only is it very tasty but it’s hearty enough to
A holistic approach for best results
I must admit that during my former corporate career, I used to roll my eyes when someone used the word ‘holistic’. It was one of those corporate buzzwords used by people in meetings, doing their best to make their mark. I have to say though, it does suit very well what we are all about.
Three great ideas for calorie control
Do you have a sweet tooth? Are you a chocoholic? You might like this food tip. Here are three handy ingredients to help keep your calorie intake down whilst enjoying some indulgence. Use a calorie free sweetener to sweeten your food. Use it in tea and coffee, with your oats, on berries etc. We use
The benefits of weight training part 2
Welcome back to the second instalment on the benefits of weight training. In this post we talk about the health and confidence benefits that can be derived. Let’s start with health. Health Most people don’t realise the hormonal benefits of weight training. Weight training increases both testosterone and growth hormone, two fantastic hormones
The benefits of weight training part 1
Why everyone should be in to weight training Not sure about weight training? You might be surprised just how beneficial and enjoyable it is. Do you want to lose weight but you’re not sure what exercise is best? Do you want to improve the way you look? Do you want to be fit and healthy?