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Does WFH damage your health?
New research reveals how working from home impacts people’s physical and mental health and fitness in the UK People’s working habits have changed dramatically since 2020, when lockdowns kept the majority at home. Office working, commuting, and in-person meetings are...
Are personal trainers worth the money?
Should I get a personal trainer near me? Having a Personal Trainer can make a huge difference to your fitness progress. Personal Trainers aren’t just for super-fit people with big fitness goals. Everyone can benefit from working with a PT. Here’s what to think about...
How can bootcamps help your fitness?
Everything you need to know about bootcamp training for fun and fitness. At this time of year, gym workouts aren’t always appealing (even if some gyms have air con!) As the weather gets warmer, and the evenings turn lighter, the great outdoors beckons. And what could...
High Intensity vs Low Intensity Workouts
Comparing High Intensity Vs Low Intensity Workouts The opportunities at the gym are endless, from cardio to curls and circuits to cycling, most venues have a massive selection of equipment to get you underway with your fitness journey. High intensity vs low intensity...
A guide to spotting someone in the gym
Love training with a friend? Us too. Going to the gym with a workout buddy is fun, motivating, and makes the whole experience better. But what should you do when your training partner wants to lift heavier weights? Experienced gym goers know all about “spotting” – the...
How often should you change your workout routine?
This piece of content is from our valued partner Bio-synergy. You can find the original version in the TotalNRG digital magazine here. Here are some hot tips from an industry expert to make sure you are getting the most out of your workouts. Andre...
What you need to do to build muscle
Having more muscle is a pretty common fitness goal. But it's one that's more difficult to do when working out from home. Without heavy weights available to you, it can feel like you're not making any progress. But building muscle isn't as clear a...
How to build your strength back
For lots of us, lockdown made our usual fitness routines a little different. No longer able to access all the gym equipment like barbells, benches, resistance machines, and squat racks, we had to adapt our workouts to whatever we had at home. For...
The best pieces of equipment to use in the gym
Home workouts are great. They're accessible, quick, and low maintenance. They definitely help us fit fitness into our hectic lifestyles. But let's face it. Gyms offer so much more that we can never fully replicate from home. A pair of dumbbells and a resistance band...
