National Cholesterol Month
It’s National Cholesterol Month this October, an entire month dedicated to raising awareness of the dangers of high cholesterol. But what really is cholesterol and why is too much such a bad thing? Cholesterol is something our bodies all need, it forms the vital part of many of the cells in our body, but too […]
Simply Transformation: Niki Fleming
Niki Fleming tells us about her Simply transformation and how having personal training has helped her reach her goals at Simply Gym Kettering. Training with PT Lewis Burton, she has made some incredible successes losing an incredible 106lbs and completing a half marathon in under 3 hours! What made her decide to start her fitness […]
The Physical & Emotional Health Benefits of Personal Training
Many people find Personal Training scary or intimidating but we got the intel from one of Simply Gym personal trainers. Kim Griffin tells us about the physical and emotional benefits of Personal Training and what some of her clients think about having your very own PT. Hiring a Personal Trainer can have a huge positive […]
How to Stay Motivated as a Mum: Hayley Woolnough
We spoke to Hayley our marathon runner about how she stays as a motivated mum each day to maintain her fitness regime. She gives us her top 5 tips that can help any mum who finds it difficult to make time to train. Hi, I’m Hayley, I’m a mum of 4 and I’ve been asked by […]
What are the Benefits of Boxercise Classes?
Even if you think you can’t pack a punch, or don’t fancy the idea of a blow to the head, boxing classes in a fitness environment are suitable for everyone! There are numerous benefits of boxercise classes as they take the fitness elements from boxing and put them into an effective and addictive group workout class. […]
8 Top Family Friendly Festivals In The UK This Summer
It’s summer which can only mean..it’s festival season! But what are the best family friendly festivals to attend? When the schools break up for summer, as a parent it can be a tiresome task to conjure up a list of fun activities that will keep your little ones amused (for at least more than an […]
Training with Fibromyalgia: Nilla’s Inspirational Fitness Journey
Meet Nilla – our Simply Star! Nilla was diagnosed with Fibromyalgia in 2015 and has inspired us all with her perseverance and dedication to training. Suffering from an illness which would easily cause others to simply give up, Nilla shared her inspirational fitness journey with us. 1) What were your symptoms? I experienced many […]
Top Tips For Returning to Training After Time Off
What should be considered when returning to training after time off? If you are returning to training after time off, whether it was due to an injury, illness, change of routine, or loss of motivation; you are likely to feel an urgency to get back to your usual fitness habits. Whether it’s running a 5k […]
What are the Benefits of Working as a Self-Employed Personal Trainer?
Starting out as a personal trainer can be very challenging and the level of work should not be underestimated, whether you are on an employed or self-employed contract. Until you build up a solid client base, the hours can be anti-social or unpredictable, and your income may not be consistent for many months as a […]
Weights for Women – The Benefits of Resistance Training
Long gone are the days where women would be cardio bunnies whilst men were getting the ‘pump’ in the weights room! The benefits of resistance training, for both males and females, are becoming more widely appreciated. Women should never be afraid of lifting weights and adding resistance training to their exercise regime. Here are five […]