Strongman / Stronggirl Training
This video is from a recent Strongman / Stronggirl training session that we run on Tuesday evenings. Awesome work from all involved – yes it was 0˚ outside – we don’t stop just because it’s cold…
5 Benefits of Strongman / Stronggirl Training
Energy Systems Training Strongman implements allow for all variety of energy systems training, from pure strength to muscular endurance. It allows you to improve your overall cardiovascular health, whilst focusing on anaerobic training. Improvements in strong leg exercises such as the prowler sled, sled drags and farmers walks also translate to increased strength (and often [...]
12 Week Challenge Update
We had some fantastic results with people who took part in our 12 week challenge. Sara Sara’s strength and fitness improved significantly, as did her body composition. Her body fat dropped from 20.6% to 17.5%. She also added an extra 1.9kg of lean muscle, whilst burning 1.5kg of fat. Overall her body weight increased by [...]
Real cardio training doesn’t have to be aerobic
These days it is hard to separate the two. We’ve been (incorrectly) told for years that to train the heart and lungs, we MUST do steady state aerobic training. Gyms are filled with expensive ’cardio’ equipment because of it . It couldn’t be further from the truth. There are actually much more effective ways to [...]
12 Week Challenge – Update
3 weeks ago we started a group 12 week challenge. The aim was to give training, nutritional and biosignature guidance to committed members who were looking for more direction with their training regime. Over the course of the 12 weeks their programmes will be updated 3 times, they will receive weekly nutrition notes, as well [...]
Front Squat – with chains
Trying out some of the new arrivals from Watson’s Gym Equipment – chains attached to the end of the bar to increase the strength curve. www.thesportingclub.co.uk
5 myths to dispel about nutrition
1. Carbohydrates are essential for increased energy Most people burn through carbohydrates very quickly. This means that they will often feel hungry again very soon after eating high carbohydrate meals, prompted by a quick blood sugar crash. For most, a majority of your carbohydrate consumption should come from a variety of above ground vegetables and [...]
5 myths to dispel about training
1. Deep squats are bad for your back and knees Granted deep squats are not suitable for everyone (especially those with orthopaedic or structural balance issues) but for a majority of us getting range and depth with squats is the best and safest way to train. It is true with most exercises that increasing the [...]
Pre and post natal
A friend of mine recently asked for some advice on good post natal exercises to do. Although it is hard to generalise, here are some tips that will apply to most pregnant women, and those who have recently given birth: 1. During the 1st 3 months of pregnancy, make sure you do not go overboard [...]
Sample programme to improve lean muscle mass
For most of my female clients, having nice lean muscles is one of their key training goals. And so it should be. Maintaining a healthy level of muscle is vital for everyone, especially women. The main benefit from an aesthetic standpoint, is that the more muscle you can maintain, the more energy your body will [...]