Workouts

Cross trainers have become a central part of most commercial gyms, and are becoming increasingly popular as the primary piece of cardio equipment in many people’s home gyms. In this article, we dive into some of the many benefits that cross-trainers offer and why they’ve become the gym’s best-kept secret. Some of the advantages of a cross-trainer are obvious, considering that any sort of physical exercise is fantastic in a world where sedentarism has become so significant. But certain benefits must be thoroughly investigated so that you can see how... Read More

It takes time and a real dedication to commit to bodybuilding because results do not come quickly and almost every aspect of your life must be dedicated to achieving your goal. Not only does your workout regimen have to centralise around building muscle, but so does your nutrition, sleeping patterns and more. Most bodybuilders will take in at least 4,000 calories per day, as this is the fuel that the body requires to build muscles and achieve desired goals. This means that the training bodybuilders undertake must be able to... Read More

Training for a marathon is a commitment, whether you are working towards your first or 1001st marathon. It is a gruelling test of one’s physical and emotional limitations, pushing your body through 26.2 miles of blood, sweat and tears. First-time marathon runners make many mistakes while training for the big day, with one of the most common being forgetting about – or simply ignoring – days in the gym. Cross-training is an important aspect of marathon training because this is what helps to build the muscles in the body that... Read More

Despite swimming being one of the most popular sports to watch at the Olympics and something many people enjoy doing for pleasure, it is often forgotten about when the conversation of fit sportspeople arises.  Swimming in a normal capacity isn’t necessarily the most taxing sport – hence why lots of people enjoy doing it on a weekend afternoon – but professional swimming is an entirely different game altogether. The immense levels of all-around fitness swimmers must demonstrate cement their status as some of the fittest athletes in the world.  Historically,... Read More

Rowers are undoubtedly among the strongest and fittest athletes, demonstrating high levels of strength and stamina simultaneously. As with most sports, the best way to improve your performance is to do the sport in question. In the case of rowers, this means getting on the rowing lake or using the rowing machine at the gym, but this isn’t the only way to train for a big race.  Rowers need strong muscles in their backs, shoulders abs and legs – so basically every part of their bodies! Whilst the rowing equipment... Read More

Boxers are a feat of physical strength, stamina and overall fitness. Their workouts are comprehensive, focusing on a range of qualities like speed, cardio and endurance, as well as strength training and agility. Whilst skipping ropes and strength equipment can go a long way to boosting performance, hitting the heavy bag is an integral part of any professional fighter’s workout regime.  Why Train with a Punching Bag? The first and arguably most common reason boxers use a punching bag in their gym workout is to perfect their performance. You can... Read More

Throughout the pandemic, there has been a steady increase in the number of people who have taken up running as their primary form of exercise. This was, of course, largely due to gyms up and down the country being forced to shut their doors and, in the early stages of lockdown, we were allowed to leave the house once a day for daily exercise. Ask any keen runner and they will tell you that running is addictive and, once you catch the bug, suddenly you start chasing down personal records.... Read More

Continuing with our series in which we look at the differing approaches that different athletes have in the gym, we turn the spotlight to basketball. Predominantly known for being an American sport, its popularity continues to grow on this side of the Atlantic Ocean and no player is more synonymous than Michael Jordan. Jordan, with the Chicago Bulls, dominated the NBA in the 1990s by winning six championships during the decade – winning three titles on either side of a brief retirement from the sport, during which time he played... Read More

Golfers need to have unrivalled mobility, flexibility, balance, accuracy and power. To target all these areas, they need to have a comprehensive, targeted workout regime specifically made up of exercises to improve golf. If you’re a keen golfer, or if you’re looking to improve your physical abilities overall, a golf gym workout is ideal.  Why Choose a Golf Gym Program? For those who aren’t golfers, you might be asking why you should consider undertaking a golf-centred workout. Well, the answer is clear: golfers have lots of physical attributes that can... Read More

Badminton is one of the most popular racket sports in the UK, and continues to grow in popularity, with such figures as Gail Emms, Nathan Robertson, and husband-and-wife duo Chris and Gabby Adcock – who between them have achieved numerous medals at Olympic and Commonwealth Games – as figureheads within the game.  If you played the sport during PE lessons at school, you’ll remember how tiring it can be.  Although there is no strict time limit on how long a game can last, badminton is typically played as a best... Read More