Run The Abbey Dash – 8 Weeks To Go
At the time of writing this there are around 8 weeks to go until the Leeds Abbey Dash, if you live in Leeds you’ve probably heard of this annual 10k run. It’s a key event in many runners’ diaries. You may be sat reading this thinking I’d love to do the Abbey Dash, but…..I’ve never […]
Read moreHealthy Strawberries And Cream Ice Lollies
Wimbledon may have been and gone when you’re reading this, but that doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy these super easy, super healthy strawberries and cream ice lollies. They are perfect for a nice Summers day and if you have kids, they will love them! This recipe takes little effort, and is also great if you […]
Read moreTips For Training In The Heat
With scorching temperatures and high humidity, training in the heat can be hard! The body has to work harder because the conditions are tougher. Combine this with your body’s core temperature increasing, putting you at risk of heat exhaustion – we know it can be tempting to hit the beer gardens instead of doing a […]
Read moreJenny’s Half Iron Man Adventures
On Sunday 21st May I completed my second half iron man, the Outlaw Nottingham Half Iron Man. If you haven’t heard of a half iron man before then it consists of a 1.2 mile swim, followed by a 56 mile bike ride, finished with a half marathon (13.1 miles). Phew! I did a half iron […]
Read moreHow To Train Like a Rugby Player
Our workout today is inspired by the Women’s Six Nations Championship which comes to a close at the end of this month. As fans of any sport here at motive8, we are always in awe of the training regime people follow. So here’s our little workout designed to mimic training like a rugby player! Strength […]
Read moreLeeds Marathon – Can You Do Marathon Training On Two Runs Per Week?
It’s super exciting that Leeds is hosting it’s very own marathon for a good few years this year. The last time there was a marathon in Leeds was in 2003, so the Rob Burrow Leeds Marathon will be welcomed by runners in Leeds this year! (If I wasn’t doing a Half Iron Man the week […]
Read moreAccessory Moves and Why They Are Important.
With the start of our first ever Women’s Only Strength Workshop in March, we have been posting a lot on social media about exercises to build stronger squats, or better deadlifts and so on. These are what we call “accessory moves”, and this blog explains what we mean by this, and why they are important. […]
Read moreEasy Wins To Stay Motivated
We’re getting towards the end of February, now is often the time we may see motivation levels begin to wane. If this resonates with you, firstly, don’t beat yourself up….it’s only natural for our motivation levels to vary day to day, week on week. Secondly, if it does resonate then now is the time to […]
Read moreWhy You Should Have A Personal Trainer
It’s that time of year when, post-Christmas, everyone feels like they should be getting fitter, improving their diet, achieving 10,000 steps per day etc, etc. But sometimes thinking about where to start can be confusing. What should you be eating? How many times per week should you be training? How many macros should you be […]
Read morePersonal Training – What Is Do It In 12?
Do it in 12 is our guaranteed results personal training package. It’s tailor made to you, your goals and your commitments and lifestyle. Many of our previous Do It In 12 clients have used this 12 week programme as a catalyst to a healthier lifestyle, becoming more active or getting in shape for a particular […]
Read moreRunning, cycling, rowing and more! What’s the choice for you?
So, you’ve decided to get your gym shoes on, put your headphones in and are getting in the zone! But suddenly you stop in your tracks. “What am I actually going to do?” You think to yourself, “I’m motivated to do some cardio, but what will be best for me? What should I do?” Well […]
Read moreGlute Workout for Runners
Your gluteus maximus is the largest, most powerful muscle to work against gravity. It is the main muscle responsible for keeping our torso upright in an erect position. It’s the chief muscle that aids in walking up stairs. Not only is the gluteus maximus involved in high-power and speed sports such as running, it’s also […]
Read moreWorkout for Shot Put
Explosive Power. Technique. Balance. Timing. Those are the four attributes that – when perfected – demonstrates the perfect shot put! But nobody is born with the ability to produce the perfect shot put because nobody is born with those four attributes. They’re not passed down through genetics, they’re enhanced through workouts and training; perfected with […]
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