You may have heard about genetic testing and how it’s now available to fitness trainers and athletes at all levels. It might sound all a bit science fiction and intimidating, …
“Weight training isn’t for me. I’m getting on, I’m over 60…” This kind of comment is not unusual, but it is entirely wrong! It’s not an appealing idea for everybody. …
Muscle fibres. We’ve all heard of them and most, if not all of us, will know they are important for physical performance. But how many of you know the details? …
Cholesterol levels Cholesterol. It is a word we encounter with seemingly ever greater frequency. It’s in the papers, magazines, TV adverts go on about yoghurt products that vow to reduce …
In Part 1 we looked at the background to Kettlebells and their history of scientific and athletic development by Cold War era Soviet Union. Now we can get down to …
Following on from the preparation for this workout, here is the first half – pay attention to the instruction! 1) The Swing Body parts targeted: Back (particularly lower), legs (particularly …
Get superpower strength with Russian kettlebells The might of the vast red army stood ready to fight the West during the Cold War, whilst Russian athletes drove fear in equal …
This is another great combo weight training exercise routine, but this one could be over in less than 15 minutes, because it involves just one exercise (or is that really …
Do you have 900 seconds to spare? Because that’s all it takes! That’s right, just 15 minutes! Get quick fit with two 15 minute gym blasts that’ll boost your fitness …
“I want to feel ‘pain’ John. It doesn’t feel like I’m actually doing anything unless I’m pushing myself to the limit and really ‘feeling it’. But now I find that …
In Part 1 yesterday John delivered a brilliant first half of a workout that will really make a difference to you, whether you are a novice or an experienced exerciser. …
Only got 30 minutes to train? Many people face such time restrictions these days, but in training terms that’s fine – there is plenty that can be acheived! Over these …
ViPR is another in a classic list of exercise products that have seemingly come from nowhere, been born out of something fundamentally very simple, yet gone on to have a …
With the 6 Nations just fading from memory Matt Lovell the England Rugby Team’s Sports Nutritionist shows us how he prepares the squad nutritionist to be at their best. The …
Where did your passion for fitness come from? I was taken to the rugby club from a young age to watch my brother play, then at around 7 years old …
Not everyone who works his way to achieving a great physique has always been athletic and fit. London’s Mehmet Edip, now 28, admits he was addicted to sugary, high-carb foods, …
1: First Steps Over the next four issues we guide you through a marathon training plan that’ll deliver you to the start line strong, injury free and ready to conquer …
The core is the collective term used to describe the muscles of our abdomen, waist and lower back. Essentially comprising our entire midsection, these muscles work to control the movements …
Just like your car your body really needs a regular check over. So it was with great interest and a little concern – I didn’t want a re-test, just a …
Best Body plan will develop fantastic fitness and get you in great shape by spring. Making a New Year’s resolution to get fit as you possibly can and looking amazing …
10k is often viewed as the runner’s ‘beginner’s Distance’ – completed before stepping up to the real deal of a half or full marathon. However, running a fast 10k is …
As personal trainers and sports coaches – and those on the end of their advice – we’ll know all about training specificity. Want to get fit to run, then run …
Speed is crucial for sports performance. Showing your opposition a clean pair of heels, throwing a quicker punch or retrieving a lob that others would have given up will usually …
Steve Cram is known to millions as one of the world’s greatest middle distance athletes, he was holder of the world records for the 1500m, 2000m and mile events – …
Janet Campbell is a versatile talent whose exotic looks are only surpassed by her genuine warmth and sense of humor. She is an accomplished martial artist and Pro K1- Kick-boxer. …
Rattle shake… lift, throw, swing, tilt and step ViPR is a great new piece of kit that enables freedom of movement – or to coin the current fitness/training buzz word …
Top fitness model and fitness expert Rob Riches How did you get involved in fitness modelling? I never thought much about modeling until after I competed in a few shows. …
You’ve just bought your brand new mountain bike and are desperate to test your skills and fitness on the dirt. Forget tame bridleways, head for a purpose built trail centre …
Dancing has the power to move, inspire and provide an outlet for emotional expression and it’s also an amazing way to sculpt your entire body. If you take a moment …
Hiking: a leisurely stroll in stiff boots and anorak, or a vigorous form of interval training? We sent Caroline Sandry to Switzerland to find out…. Equilibrium “conditions of a system …
How can I strip fat forever and get fit? Go down to your local gym and use a rowing machine (or similar piece of CV kit and exercise intensity). If …
Why did you get involved in Olympic weight lifting? “I did my first competition after two months of training and went home as Midlands Champion!” I have always loved being …
Charles Poliquin is one of the world’s elite strength and conditioning coaches, having contributed to the success of numerous Olympic and world champions across equally numerous sports. In the fitness …
Fitness Express is all about short and sharp sessions designed to deliver a great workout hit in the minimum time with maximum results. This issue it’s a legs blast that’ll have you hobbling to the showers in a …
10 Training camp tips Training through the British winter can be tough – so going aboard to get some sun and training in can be very appealing. Warm weather training camps provide a …
My core muscles began to scream as I held yet another Plank position on the stateof -the-art dynamic reformer in the TenPilates studio, Notting Hill, west London. After 30 years of working out it certainly was …
Are supplements necessary? Fitness expert, international athlete, Olympic bobsleigher, Gladiator ‘Enigma’, sports model and leading personal trainer Jenny Pacey answers the question… What are supplements? Nutritional supplements are ‘engineered’ to make up for …
Weight training is crucial for sports performance. If you’re a rugby player, footballer or martial artist you’ll want to get the maximum returns from it, returns that will enhance your sports performance. But what types of exercises should you …
How many of these characters can be found lurking amongst the dumbbells and stability balls in your gym? Recognise the tell-tale signs and you’ll avoid falling into their clutches! As with …
Can training with weights and other resistance training improve endurance performance? Like a happily married couple weights and endurance training appear to be two halves of a perfect sports conditioning marriage. …
Find express is all giving you short, sharp sessions designed to deliver a great workout hit in minimum time but with maximum results. First up in 2010 a chest and …
This programme can be adjusted to fit all fitness levels – however, those who have never trained before should significantly underestimate what they think they can achieve and ensure that …
No gym? No kit, No problem! Stay in shape with just your body… Our ‘Fit to Go’ circuit can be performed anytime, any place anywhere – from a hotel room to your garden. …
Speed is the prized asset of sports performance – everything else being equal, the faster boxer, tennis player, and basketball player, for example, will be the better player. Although you …
Speed is the prized asset of sports performance – everything else being equal, the faster boxer, tennis player, and basketball player, for example, will be the better player. Although you …
Judicael Ekindi is a former basketball player who is on a mission to awaken the athlete in other people. “I was a top player for many years. I believe that we all have the ‘athlete’s …
Conditioning Part 1 There’s no such thing as being ‘fit.’ Sporting fitness can only be defined in terms of being, ‘fit for purpose’. A Sumo wrestler is incredibly ‘fit’ for …
PTI Robyn Lumas is now one of the army’s fittest of the fit. She became a member of the ‘300 Club’ (of which more below) and then went on to …
Joan Steel suffered a horrendous accident that meant she had to have part of her arm sewn back on, she’s also suffered from illness, yet living up to her name, …
Model, presenter and personal trainer Cat Trentham explains why gymsport training has got her into the best shape of her life. X-training involves training in the gym using a mix …
