Why you should stretch. When you think of developing a strong, muscular physique what type of exercises do you think of doing? To improve and develop strength most individuals focus on lifting weights, exercises such as bench press, push ups and flies that focus on powerful pushing and pulling movements. Cardiovascular activity usually takes the passenger seat, when it comes to developing strength - unless your involved in a sport that requires a lot of endurance training, or

Build a strong core. Within the fitness industry we talk allot about core stability, but what exactly is the core and why is it so important when training. Core refers to ‘the central' or 'inner part', and stability refers to ‘the capacity of an object to return to equilibrium or to its original position after being displaced’. Therefore, core stability can be considered the ability to stay balanced while shifting weight or moving the body from its centre of gravity. Core sta

Three steps to bigger biceps. 1 - Take The Weight Off Your Feet Taking the weight off of your feet and sitting down whilst performing any bicep exercise has been shown to increase isolation of the arms, studies have also shown from doing this you will utilise up to 75% more muscle fibres throughout each movement. You should also aim for variation by adding barbell exercises into your routine. 2 - Control The Negative By controlling the movement of each exercise throughout the

Unlocking the Fountain of Youth: Fitness Over 40 in Cirencester with a Personal Trainer and Fitness Coach Introduction: Embarking on a fitness journey is a transformative experience at any age, but for those over 40, the benefits extend beyond physical health to encompass mental well-being and longevity. In the picturesque town of Cirencester, where history meets modern living, individuals over 40 are discovering the secrets to staying fit and vibrant with the guidance of exp