Work hard, play hard, relax even harder……
by Matt Hodges
08 April 2013
Father’s day is nearing and this is the day that you’ve all been waiting for. The kids treat you well, your partner waits on you hand and foot and its now time to be horizontal for a day….. Alas, if only this was true eh?
Put the spring back into your chicken
by Matt Hodges
08 April 2013
So the January fitness buzz is coming to an end, the dark mornings and early evenings have crept up on the soul and you are feeling deflated, less driven and you’ve probably slipped back into hitting the gym less than three times a week. As spring approaches I am giving you 5 of the best tips to get back some of that energy you’ve been missing.
‘Roses are red, violets are blue….
by Matt Hodges
01 February 2013
…here are some aphrodisiac foods, designed especially for you!’
It has often been said that foods can ‘stimulate’ men and women in different ways, whether it’s biological, psychological or physiological. As Valentines Day approaches, we are all feeling a little more adventurous and yet we seem to always settle with the obligatory ‘meal out’, red roses, a box of chocs and a glass of vino. Well why not impress your hubby with an increased libido by trying a few of these little natural wonders! In the following article i’m going to show you five of the best natural tricks to getting your body into the right frame of mind.
The Unnatural ‘Natural’
by Matt Hodges
17 December 2012
For those of you that follow our articles you’ll have probably already noticed that I like a bit of a rant from time to time. There is one major issue that I’ve been toying with for a long time now and it’s well overdue. It’ll no doubt rattle some BIG feathers in the industry but it’s about time someone addresses this issue. First and foremost I want to lay the cards on the table. This article is in NO way directed at any specific individual, company or publication. It is purely an article of observation, experience and opinion.
Swap the C.O.D for lean turkey this Christmas Day
by Matt Hodges
08 December 2012
Guys it’s that time of the year where we make every excuse under the sun to eat ourselves silly and be couch potatoes. We all do it, we spend more, we enjoy ourselves more, and alas, we eat and drink more (and often not the right things!). Down your playstations, do away with the xbox and get moving! Here are the 5 best ways to enjoy your Christmas day and be healthy at the same time:
Homedics – IHeal
by Matt Hodges
15 November 2012
Overview
I was approached by Homedics earlier this year to try out a few of their IHeal devices on our clients. As a chronic bad back sufferer for many years I’m always open to finding new and innovative ways of dealing with the stresses of pain whether it’s through manual manipulation or through technology. However, that being said, I’m no pushover and I immediately requested research and case studies that backed up their product. The IHeal uses PEMF technology (Pulsed Electro Magnetic Field) which has been widely used across the world since the 1970’s and more so in Scandinavia, whose clinics report that more than 80% have benefited from the treatment. Does the ‘world’s smallest, most effective & versatile PEMF therapy unit’ work? Let’s see….
An Interview With……Ben Challenger
by Matt Hodges
24 October 2012
Foreword:
I’ve known Ben now for a few years through a mutual friend and I thought it’d be useful for you guys to get a brief insight about his past as an Olympian. Whilst the summer of 2012 was a huge success, its very rare that the public get an see into the lives of these athletes and how hard they train. Take note at the end of the interview Ben speaks about future competition. It’s true that sports men and women NEVER give up! Enjoy….
The ‘FNL’ – Friday Night Lifter
by Matt Hodges
23 August 2012
Gym-Blagger [ˈjim-bla-gerɪ] Brit slang, offensive
n pl Gym-blaggers
1. (Social Science / Peoples) a person, mainly male, who has no spatial awareness for his/her or others fitness and health
2. (Social Science / Peoples) (loosely) a person who regards their overall ego more important than their form adj
1. (Social Science / Peoples) People who discount all logic for big biceps
2. (Social Science / Peoples) (loosely) denoting a person who thinks highly of ones self in the gym arena
The Importance Of Calisthenics
by Matt Hodges
16 July 2012
Calisthenics are exercises that use your bodyweight for resistance and are designed to strengthen and tone your muscles and increase muscular endurance. Derived from the Greek kalos, meaning beauty, and sthenos, meaning strength, calisthenics don’t necessarily require any exercise equipment.
While many trainers dismiss calisthenics as only being suitable for beginners or the less fit, I always believe that this type of no-frills exercise can be a valuable addition to just about any training program for absolutely EVERYONE!
Female Weight Lifting: Why Women NEED To Lift Compound Heavy
by Matt Hodges
06 July 2012
Ive recently had a heated debate with a female client of mine about this hot topic in the fitness industry. It became clear to me the unbelievable misconception of female weight lifting and actually how much people listen to whats written in the media. I thought it only appropriate, considering a high population of our clients that are female, that we should write an article to give our views on the subject.
