A Fitness Professional’s Mental Health Advice
For Mental Health Awareness Week this month we asked one of our fitness professionals their personal advice for those suffering. Fitness Coach Rob Friend explains below the ways we’re better together and what you can do to help yourself and those around you. Did you know that 1 in 4 people will experience a mental […]
Mental and Physical Healing: How the Gym is My Sanctuary
For Mental Health Awareness week this month we’re exploring the theme of being ‘better together’ with mental health issues. In this article, member Brad Hulme tells us his journey of how the gym has helped him on a path of mental and physical healing and his advice for others. Background “My journey from the confines […]
Enhancing Mental Health with Simply Gym: A Holistic Approach
In the modern age, where stress seems to be a constant companion, taking care of our mental health is more crucial than ever. While some of us turn to traditional methods like therapy or medication, there’s an alternate tool that’s underestimated – exercise. We are committed to providing accessible and inclusive fitness facilities, which have […]
The Healing Power of Movement: Boosting Mental Health
In our fast-paced world, mental health has become a priority for many. Yet, amidst various therapeutic approaches, one age-old remedy often gets overlooked: movement. The connection between physical activity and mental well-being is undeniable, backed by a growing body of scientific evidence. In this blog, we’ll explore the healing power of movement, how we’re better […]
Professional Insight on the Impact of Fitness Watches for Exercise
The final blog is the last in our What’s Your Wearable Campaign and offers professional insight on the impact of fitness watches for exercise. We asked qualified personal trainer, Hannah Dillon, her thoughts on wearable devices and if she recommends them to her clients to support their training. Hannah said: “Personally, I use an […]
Top 5 Fitness Watches to Transform Your Fitness With
In the ever-expanding world of health technology, choosing a fitness watch can feel overwhelming. It’s important to consider what aspects of your health and activity you most want to improve or monitor. Be it being connected to a community, heart rate focus, outdoor capabilities, or sleep tracking, there’s a device tailored to every health and wellness […]
Why Fitness Watches Are Essential for Exercise: A Comprehensive Guide
In today’s fast-paced world, staying fit and healthy has become a top priority for many. With advancements in technology, smartwatches have emerged as indispensable tools for tracking fitness goals and maintaining an active lifestyle. In this blog post, I’ll provide a comprehensive guide to the various reasons why fitness watches are essential for exercise. Comprehensive […]
5 Tips to Achieve Fitness Goals in the Cost of Living Crisis
We know the feeling well, trapped between the desire to do something and the limits of your ability. The cost of living crisis is one that has hit us all, but that doesn’t mean we want to invest less in ourselves. In fact, it may mean we want to invest more for mental health reasons […]
How to Make Your Resolutions Last All Year
If you haven’t been able to make your resolutions last all year in the past, then perhaps it’s your mindset or planning that’s caused it to fail. We look into how the differences between having a resolution or goal can affect this. In addition to exploring how to do this and offer tips for success […]
Gym Advice for Mental Health
This year, Simply Gym decided we would put on an awareness week for mental health not just once but twice! One back in May and the other before World Mental Health Day in October. Both times we did so with the aim of showing how being a gym member can help you cope and combat […]