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Abbey Dash Review
Sunday 16th November was the date of the annual Leeds Abbey Dash. This 10k has been around for years and I remember it being the first ever 10k I ran about 16 years ago and year on year it grows in popularity. I think it is a great event, it suits everyone. Due to the […]
Read articleDoes Group Personal Training Get Results?
Something not a lot of people know is that at the motive8 North personal training studios in Leeds we do a lot of group personal training! When I say group personal training I don’t mean 4 or 5 people, not that we don’t have groups that big, but our main ‘(rye)bread and butter’ is when […]
Read articleWhy Should I Eat Breakfast Before A Workout.
One of the peak times to train our personal training clients is first thing in the morning. You can guarantee that there will be at least half of the team already putting a client through their paces by 6:30am in one of our personal training studios most weekdays. We appreciate that it takes some dedication […]
Read articleHow Can I Eat Healthy When Travelling?
Many of our personal training clients and gym members travel a lot with their jobs. In an ideal world you should have all your meals planned. (For advice on planning meals around a busy lifestyle click here) however due to delays or changes of travel plans you may sometimes you find yourself stuck in […]
Read articleBody Weight Workouts for Home or Away!
As Personal Trainers, we write plans for clients regardless of where they train; whether its in the home with no or a little amount of kit, in a massive gym, or in a hotel room (many of our personal training clients work away a lot), we find a way to provide a programme that meets […]
Read articlePersonal Training Success Stories: Helen Bainbridge
What A Difference A Year Makes! Check out our latest personal training success stories – this month is Helen Bainbridge. November 2013 November 2014 Helen’s Success Story….What a Difference A Year Makes! Helen’s personal training success story really does prove that with the right training and nutrition you really […]
Read articleIs Five A Day Enough?
Do you get your five a day? Is five a day enough? Do we need more? Here is a blog looking at whether five a day really is enough? Here are some scary facts from the World Health Organisation: 1. Approximately 1.7 million (2.8%) of deaths worldwide are attributable to low fruit and vegetable consumption. […]
Read articleDon’t Be SAD This Winter – How To Combat SAD.
SAD or Seasonal Affective Disorder is technically a type of depression that has a seasonal pattern……. usually during winter! This blog looks at how to combat SAD and enjoy winter instead of wanting to hibernate! Some of the most common characteristics of individuals with SAD are: Low mood Lack of interest Less active The want […]
Read articleWhat To Wear When Exercising Outdoors In Winter
There’s no denying it – along with the darker nights comes colder weather. For some, this change in temperature pushes their training regime into the gym; for others, their training stops completely. As a personal trainer, I don’t think that these winter months should stop you from being physically active and actually, they also don’t need […]
Read articleWhat Are The Best Vitamins and Minerals To Fight A Cold?
Lets be honest, there isn’t many over the counter drugs/ remedies that do much to fight a cold. The easiest solution is not get one in the first place! What are the best vitamins and minerals to fight a cold? Indeed, are there even vitamins and minerals which will fight a cold? What Is A Cold […]
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