In this post we discuss why your muscular system is the key to achieving your goal. Let me start by asking you a question, what’s your goal? What are you trying to achieve with your exercise programme? Or put another way, what do you want to be able to do that you can’t now? What […]
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What causes muscle cramp and how to prevent it
In this post we discuss what causes muscle cramp and what you can do to prevent it. Before we start, have you seen the film Pineapple Express? Stay with me here. There’s a scene in which one of the main characters, Saul, tries to kick out the windscreen of the police car he’s driving and […]
Prioritise value over price when choosing a personal trainer
In this post we discuss why you should prioritise value over price when choosing a personal trainer and the potential costs of not doing so. Are there certain purchases you make where you’re insensitive to price? These are usually things you really value. For me it’s anything related to music. Good quality speakers, amplifiers and […]
Why strength training for masters endurance athletes is crucial for health and performance
In this post we discuss why strength training for masters endurance athletes is crucial for both health and performance. Meet Dominique. Here she is (on the left) with her silver medal from a recent International Biathlon Union Sprint Masters event in Norway. Outstanding. Dominique originally came to me with a back problem that was affecting […]
The best exercise for knee Osteoarthritis
In this post we discuss the best exercise for knee Osteoarthritis. If you’ve been diagnosed with Osteoarthritis of the knee and you’re not sure what type of exercise will benefit you, we look at the most effective options. What is Osteoarthritis (OA)? OA is a disease that impacts the cartilage which covers the ends of […]