Been a little while since I’ve updated; here’s a quick ab routine for you to try. Do each exercise back to back no rest and as many reps as you can do with good form: Leg raise knees dead straight, from floor to 90 degrees Full sit ups hands behind your head Jackknifes (V ups) [...]

If you are aiming to build lean muscle and decrease overall body fat, you are most likely training with weights 3-4 times a week in a typical body part split fashion. For the building muscle side of the equation, most people have a good knowledge base on what it takes for their bodies to respond [...]

Generally, gym users and enthusiasts all strive towards a similar goal: image improvement.  The goal might come in different phrases and words, such as “lose weight,” “tone up,” “get fitter, stronger…” as well as those who try to coat it with a subtle sense of humour: “I want to lose my Bingo Wings,” and the all [...]

Well done for another great class tonight people! As you have seen over the last few weeks, the Boxing equipment supplied by the studio is wearing out slightly and seems to be getting less and less every week.  Please, it would really help me out if those of you that have your own gloves and [...]

Ok so having talked to a few people in my classes and around the gyms this week, it seems as though there’s alot of injuries going around.  It’s all the usual stuff; Knees, Lower Back, Shoulders etc etc.  Here’s some things you can do straight away if you have gym or non-gym related injuries.  Try [...]

Armaan Kirmani’s Bollywood debut is drawing closer, check out the link for the official Facebook page!  This is the role he worked tirelessly to get into shape for….more info on his training regime coming soon, watch this space! http://www.facebook.com/PatialaHousethefilm

The Shoulders.  They give the impression of raw power, strength and athleticism.  They make your physique more admirable in a suit.  A strong and functional set are a must. Most people will employ a typical Bodybuilder’s routine when it comes to strengthening their Shoulders.   A compound exercise, another version of that compound exercise, a raise, another [...]

Here’s your exclusive 10th October 2010 – 10/10/10 workouts for all levels and goals! WORKOUT 1: Aerobic Fitness for beginners – 3 sections 10 mins each 10/10/10 Run 1 mile (1.6km or 4 laps around an athletics track) in 9 minutes followed by a 1 minute walk to cooldown Rowing machine; Row on level 7 [...]

You’re eating 5-6 small meals a day.  They’re all high-protein, low carb and low fat.  You’re staying hydrated by sipping water throughout the day.  Later on in the day when your metabolism is likely to slow down, snack on an Orange in between meals, followed by a Celery stick later.  Lose weight while watching Eastenders.

Ok so the short story is I’m in Corfu in a beautiful resort, the sun is shining and the food is plenty.  The resort Gym is out of action.  The nearest gym is a 2km run away - on narrow roads through oncoming traffic, dodging the local array of wildlife (Snakes, Spiders, Scorpions – the usual [...]