The importance of warming up, according to experts
Wondering why you need to stretch before working out? Check out our guide on the importance of warming up, with expert insights from fitness professionals.
Wondering why you need to stretch before working out? Check out our guide on the importance of warming up, with expert insights from fitness professionals.
Want to know how to reach your protein goals with powder? Check out the pros and cons of protein powder and our tips for using it safely.
Exercising can be a daunting prospect for some people. They may have fallen out of love with the gym, or even dabbled in fitness classes before, only to feel like they’re being judged or scrutinised. They may have felt that their workout was too stressful, structured and, ultimately, unrewarding. But thanks to the rising popularity…
When you’re looking to bulk up in the gym, or simply keep up a healthy diet, protein is essential as it supports muscle growth and repair. Sports nutrition drinks, in particular protein shakes, have become incredibly popular in recent years, with around £260m spent on them last year. But while there is no denying…
Multi-tasking is a must Things can get pretty boring at the gym when you’re not actually on the bench or doing some cardio work. Why not make the most of your downtime by checking out who else is working out – a great pastime when you’re also spotting for your workout partner. Don’t worry, they’ll…
Going for gold – Gold’s Gym, Venice Beach, US After featuring in Pumping Iron, the documentary on bodybuilding that helped turn Arnold Schwarzenegger into a household name, Gold’s Gym in Venice Beach, California, became known as the ‘Mecca of bodybuilding’. It’s now almost 50 years since the gym opened its doors for the first time…
If you’re just getting set up as a personal trainer – perhaps starting your own business – you’ll need to give some serious consideration to the type of personal trainer insurance cover you want. There are numerous levels of insurance cover for personal trainers and every individual will have different requirements.