20 Minute Lunch-Time Workouts
Take a look at these three workouts to fuel your lunch time fitspiration
5 Seasonal Meal Prep Ideas
With the summer months fast approaching, more and more people are getting on a health kick, and looking for healthy, seasonal meals to experiment with. If that sounds like you, then fear not – we’ve got you covered. Here are five nutrient-packed summer recipes that not only taste great, but are easy to prepare and […]
Why Exercising Will Help with Exam Performance
For most students during the exam period, any hope of regular exercise goes out of the window. In its place falls lengthy revision sessions and high-stress levels. Although you may feel like you should be spending every waking hour preparing for your tests, the truth is that if you really want to fulfil your potential […]
One Song Workout [Infographic]
In April, we asked our members which song they would like an exercise routine made to. We got the results in, and Good Feeling by Flo Rida proved the most popular. All you have to do is play the song, count 8 beats and start the workout below. Thanks to PT Matt Print from Coventry […]
Getting Started with Strength Training: The Pull Up
In the quest for building a strong, balanced body, there are a number of strength training exercises that tend to get left by the wayside. Perhaps none more so than the pull-up. For some, repeatedly hauling their body weight above the bar, in an attempt to develop a stronger back, may seem like a task […]
#SimplySound April 2016
Did you know that listening to music can increase your endurance when exercising? Research shows that music can help you push on through your workouts and distract you from “bodily awareness”, whether that’s from tiredness or recovering from leg day! Music is perfect for endurance-type activities and has been shown to improve energy efficiency and […]
Top 8 Instagram Accounts to Follow for Your Daily Dose of Fitspiration!
Now and then, even the most dedicated gym goer needs a bit of inspiration to keep them on track to achieving their goals. Instagram is one of the best places to do just that. Here are 8 of our favourite profiles that help keep our motivation levels sky high, and the fitness flame burning strong: […]
Swap This For That
Healthy eating can sometimes seem like a daunting task, but in reality it’s much easier than you think. Sometimes all it takes is a few easy tweaks here and there, and hey presto – you’re well on track to a healthier, happier you. Here are our top six simple switches you can make to your […]
Getting Started with Endurance Training: The Burpee
We all know that cardio plays an important role in maintaining overall health and fitness. Whilst the traditional means of running, swimming and biking can certainly get the job done, they’re not always the most exciting or effective ways to get the blood pumping and fat burning. Sometimes it’s nice to mix things up a […]
Getting Started with Strength Training: Overhead Press
“Strength” is a familiar term in the world of fitness. Just like cardiovascular exercise, strength exercises are something that most people have tried at the gym, even if it means lifting some small dumbbells. As with any kind of training, strength training has its benefits. Strength training: Why is it important? If you missed our […]