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Introducing your move of the week, the burpee. It’s a whole body cardio blast! The burpee is a really versatile move. It can add a cardio element to your regular strength routine to get your heart and lungs pumping, but is also a great resistance move to work in to a park run to add […]
The clean and press is a great all-over toner. Throw this move on to the end of a workout as a ‘finishing’ move, or try five sets of five reps with a heavy, challenging weight to boost power. Instructions: Hold a barbell with arms extended down by your sides. Bend at the hips and knees to […]
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Want to take on a kettlebell workout but don’t know where to start? Thankfully, there’s no need to get fancy when it comes to this super-effective piece of kit. They can be found in most good gyms these days, but are also a really handy piece of kit to have for home workouts, thanks to […]
High-intensity training is the most time-efficient way to burn fat and this 4-minute fat burner combines muscle-building resistance exercises (great for a metabolic boost) with fast-paced cardio to challenge your heart and lungs. This Tabata-style workout will leave you with an after burn effect that’ll have your body torching calories long after your session is done. […]
Spice up your treadmill workouts with our top tips. Hopping on the treadmill can seem like the perfect easy workout option, but it may not be as interesting or rewarding as you’d imagine. If plodding the treadmill is getting a bit dull – and you aren’t seeing results – check out our treadmill workouts below […]
The snatch is an Olympic lifting move that requires power and whole-body strength, and its fat-burning potential is massive. The kettlebell snatch is now a gym staple, and you won’t see a kettlebell workout without it. If you’re a beginner, start with the lightest weight available to really perfect your technique – executing the move […]
Healthy diet? Check. Regular exercise? Check. Gruelling abs routine? Check. If you’re doing all the right things but still can’t lose your tummy fat, then it may be down to your lifestyle and hormones. But don’t worry, optimising your hormones to melt fat from your stomach is more straight-forward than it sounds. In fact, it […]
Tight on time? You need quick workouts to boost your burn Life is a busy old thing and squeezing good workouts in, between late nights at work and a hectic social calendar can be tough. Check out our workout ideas below to keep your goals on track. Tabata classes Fitness First gyms run super speedy 20-minute […]
If you’re carrying a few more pounds than you’d like check out our 5 top tips for healthy weight loss and shifting that excess for good 1. Drink up It sounds simple, and it is, but it can be incredibly effective. People often confuse being thirsty with being hungry. Starving? Grab a bottle of water […]
Our move of the week is an awesome lower-body fat burner. Try the straight-leg deadlift for hot pins and a tight tush How to do it With your feet hip-width apart, hold a barbell with both hands just wider than hip-width. Keeping a slight bend in the knees and the barbell close to your legs […]
Whether you’re trying to regain your youthful vigour, improve flexibility, get in touch with your spiritual self, or simply relax, there is a yoga practice just for you. Here is a quick intro to some of the most popular types of yoga. Hatha yoga A gentle style which is suitable for beginners, hatha yoga […]
Dreaming of a flat tum? These tummy toning exercises will help you get there If you’re constantly working on your abs, checking your tummy definition in the mirror or admiring the flat stomachs of Victoria’s Secret models, we don’t blame you. The tummy is probably the most popular area that women are concerned with – […]
HIIT (training) HIIT training has really taken off in the fitness world in recent years. Not only has it managed to change the perception of cardio from long, slow runs to more intense-style training, but it’s also revolutionised fat burn and fitness for good. Gone are the days when steady-state cardio ruled the roost. When […]
Beginners often get intimidated by the feats of flexibility performed by advanced yoginis. But remember, everyone started in child’s pose once. Try out top yoga tips for beginners to look like a pro on the mat. Here are a few tips to help if you are just getting started. Start with a beginner class […]
It’s our move of the week – Squat Tone your bum with squats – one of the ultimate lower-body slimmers that will give you a pert tush. How to do it Stand with your feet around shoulder-width apart, or just slightly wider if this is more comfortable, holding a barbell in place, resting on the back […]
Whether you’re in a slinky dress, tank top or tee – our arms are sometimes the hardest body part to cover up. Why not flaunt your upper body with confidence by sculpting your shoulders, blasting those bingo wings and firming up your biceps? Try our women’s upper body blitz twice a week alongside some interval training […]
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Getting a flat tum is on top of everyone’s wish list but it’s also important for good health. Try these easy steps to reduce your belly fat.
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If you’re keen to get out there, but need a bit of a shove to get going, you’re in the right place. Check out our top tips for getting started, then get those kicks on and hit the pavement!
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