Our Favourite Motivational Tips (That Actually Work!)
Going to the gym is supposed to be an enjoyable experience, but it can be easy to fall into a rut. Sometimes all you need is a little extra motivation to get you out, and to keep you moving towards your goals. Here are five of our favourite quotes that you can learn from and […]
Beginners’ Guide to… Couch to 5K
What is Couch to 5K? Running is growing into one of the most popular pastimes for fitness fans, but it is also one of the most intimidating exercises to begin. Though there are huge advantages to running, including improving cardiovascular health, toning muscles and weight loss, you can also be suspectible to injury, and it […]
How to Stay Healthy When Eating Out (and Not Just Ask for a Salad)
If we are dining out, we don’t want to completely alienate ourselves with a sorry looking salad, but it’s also important that we don’t go overboard. You can still enjoy food at a restaurant even when making a few conscious decisions as it’s all about finding a middle ground. Let’s face it, eating out is […]
4 Gym Classes For Beginners
If you are thinking about joining the gym but are worried about using the vast array of equipment, or perhaps you are not ready to start training independently, then there are other ways to ease yourself in so that you can become more familiar with your body and your surroundings before you go solo. Gym […]
Using Exercise to Let Off Steam
Even the most positive people can go through stages of feeling frustrated, annoyed, stressed, angry or low. Dwelling on these feelings and keeping them bottled off can often lead to a state of lethargy and can run the risk of damaging your health and affecting your personal relationships. When our brains aren’t happy, this will […]
The Era of Teenage Gymming
Many articles have been written with a focus on adult fitness enthusiasts, but teens have often been neglected. This article will focus on weight lifting for teenagers looking at the benefits and the controversies. The big myth One of the biggest myths about weight lifting is that it stunts your growth. There have been no […]
How To Really Stick To Your Fitness Resolutions All Year Long (Infographic)
Finding it hard to stick to your fitness related New Year’s resolutions? For some tips to help you succeed all throughout the year, have a look at this infographic:
The Importance of Having a Gym Buddy
Article written by Jason Tawn, Personal Trainer at Simply Gym Cheltenham If I told you that I could double your chances of getting fitter as well as making it more fun, getting you through any plateau and guaranteeing that you never skipped a workout, I’m sure you’d all want to know how I could possibly […]
Breakfasts that Boost Your Metabolism
Most of us know that the secret to good health and dieting is eating a healthy and nourishing breakfast. In addition to helping you stay full and providing you with the energy you need, certain types of food can also boost your metabolism, helping you to burn fat throughout the day. Here is a selection […]
Why You Should Start Your Day With A Work Out!
Exercise has long been known to have positive benefits for the mind as well as the body. A 30 minute workout every day improves your health and keeps you in tip-top condition, but fitting in your workout at the gym in the morning will bring you even further plusses, getting the most out of your […]