Thoughts on a high performance culture in personal training
We hear a lot about high performance cultures in business and sports teams, such as the incredible Team Sky. However, many personal trainers operate remotely or as a small team.
Pre-Season Conditioning – always come back to the sport
Later this week I am fortunate enough to be heading into Saracen's Rugby to observe the start of their pre-season training. I'm keen to talk to players about the physical
Make errors to learn and maintain momentum with your training
At first glance the headline photo looks pretty cool. It shows an athlete lifting weights, working hard and 'in control'. The reality was very different. At the time of the
Intermittent fasting: can it be good for weight loss and muscle gain?
Intermittent fasting: can it be good for weight loss and muscle gain? Intermittent fasting is when your body goes through a sustained amount of time without food. For example you don't
Common personal training mistakes for personal trainers to avoid
Being able to do a job that you love is a privilege. Only a small percentage of personal trainers get to do it on a full time basis. A lot
Make your Ascot fitness bootcamp less intimidating
Group fitness is appealing on many levels. Exercising with others can be fun and highly motivating. However, for all of their benefits of Ascot fitness bootcamps can also instil fear
Personal trainers: what do they do in the non contact time?
Personal trainers: what do they do in the non contact time? Personal trainers are hard working especially if you are self employed. You might just think that all they do is
Gym membership? Do you really need one to stay fit and healthy?
Gym membership? Do you really need one to stay fit and healthy? It's a wonderful time of year Berkshire. The sun is shining and even I questions my gym membership. You
Yes, there is a time for bicep curls in a programme
It's very easy to judge others when it comes to various functional fitness regimes. How many times have you seen someone working out and thought either 'They know their stuff'