Remember to work your secondary muscles too!
Secondary muscles are the smaller muscles that assist primary muscles in completing a movement for example, during bench press your chest is the prime mover however, it is also assisted by your shoulders and triceps. So be sure to focus and train the smaller muscles too which in turn will increase your overall strength and […]
Summer is here, what better time to sweat it out?
Exercise after surgery?
It honestly depends on what kind of surgery you have undergone and you should always contact your doctor or GP before participating in exercise again post-surgery. If you have had metal plates put in your knee then I would recommend exercising straight away, as is this is probably the most stable your knee has been […]
Stand whenever you get the chance!
The American Council on Exercise reckons that a 150lb standing up for an hour a day burns around 114 calories. So don’t always choose a seat!
Progress is the first step!
Train with a partner!
For most people, exercise can seem like a daunting burden at the start or end of a day. However, if you exercise with a friend it can make your health and fitness journey a whole lot easier and more enjoyable. If you train with a friend you hold each other accountable and will be more […]
Just wait until those results!
Keep striving
Why do we need iron?
Iron is an essential mineral that helps carry oxygen to the muscles in your body via haemoglobin. If your body doesn’t receive enough iron then it cannot produce the haemoglobin needed to carry oxygen rich blood around the body, allowing you to perform inefficiently.
