How Exercise can Help You Sleep Better
There are many different reasons why we might find it difficult to sleep. We might be restless thinking about daily stresses of life, have drunk too much caffeine, be disturbed by excessive noise outside… You end up clock-watching almost every hour in the dark – or checking your phone for social updates at 3am. Research […]
The amazing “Pinch an Inch” programme winners!
It’s finally time to reveal the winners of our Simply Gym Feel the Pinch, Lose an Inch programme which was held at Simply Gym Coventry! Our inch loss competition started in January, just as everyone’s New Year’s Resolutions were taking shape. People that were feeling the pinch of their clothes after Christmas decided to commit […]
5 Benefits of Group Exercise Classes
Group exercise classes are proving one of the most popular fitness trends of 2018. These classes go beyond losing weight and gaining muscle; by offering physical and mental benefits, group exercise classes gives members the potential to achieve great results and improve overall health, while having fun. New and innovative formats of group exercise including CrossFit, […]
Ladies Only Gym Clubs: Celebrating the #SimplyFamily
We love our #SimplyFamily! We are committed to helping our members achieve and smash their fitness goals! However, we understand that not everyone is comfortable in the typical gym environment, and it can be overwhelming too! So we thought we’d celebrate some of the women in our #SimplyFamily and highlight how and where our female members can […]
The essential workout component you may be forgetting
Fail to prepare, prepare to fail… and possibly get an injury too! “Warming up is essential!” We know, you’ve heard it all before, but how many of us actually warm up every time? Whether you’re planning to tackle the weights or a tough cardio-focused run, you better warm your body up. Getting hurt is a pain, […]
5 Top Fitness Tips for New Mummies!
Mother’s Day just around the corner! And for all the mummies who have sweated your way back into shape after having your bouncing bubbas, we salute you! It’s like you’ve done the impossible. We want to celebrate all the mums out there getting back into shape after having their new bundles of joy! We at Simply Gym […]
Secure your Gym Time before the Half-Term!
As a parent, it can be hard to find some time for yourself, and you may find yourself letting things go because you’re tired or busy. With February half-term looming, it’s likely that you’ll have your hands full keeping the kids busy and entertained. So with this in mind, you may want to get as […]
5 Ways to Inspire Gym Confidence
At first, it’s understandable to feel self-conscious at the gym. Many gym-goers are intimidated by some areas of the gym, such as the seemingly dreaded weights room! Research has shown that around 30% of people feel too embarrassed to use certain equipment in the gym. This may lead to unfulfilling workouts that fail to show […]
5 top tips to stick and maintain your gym regime this New Year!
New Year, New You. After making you new year’s resolutions, you feel determined to get back into shape and detox after party season the previous month. Drinking a detoxing green smoothie. Buying that new gym gear. Promising to wear it more by sticking to a strict gym routine. The resolutions list is endless. However, a […]
Happy 91st to Steve at Coventry!
Steve Edgar, our eldest gym member, is celebrating his 91st birthday this December! He’s an active member of our Conventry gym; he comes every Friday and does 30 minutes on the CV equipment and weights and also attends our Prime Time class, hosted by the lovely Sherlock. Steve loves coming to our gym and has […]