Jul 2, 20182 minMachines or free weights: Which is best?In the twenty years that I've been a tutor and assessor I've taught dozens of gym instructor and personal trainer courses and this is one...
Jun 28, 20182 minHeart rate, 'absolutes' and testing in personal training sessionsThere are so many ways to design a programme. The final design, however, depends on the wants and needs of the client, the equipment...
Jun 19, 20183 minWhat's the intensity of your workout? Rate of perceived exertion There are dozens of ways of monitoring how hard you're working during a workout. Prior to getting to that, though, it's important to...
Jun 18, 20182 minResistance training in personal training sessions - some fundamentalsResistance training is a crucial element of almost every personal training programme. It is the first element on the training plan for...
Jun 17, 20182 minPersonal training for Weight loss - always go for a positive approachI'm often asked about the best ways to lose weight. There are a multitude of messages out there claiming to be the best way. Clients can...
Jun 16, 20182 minPersonal training sessions using the National Academy of sports medicine training systemThere are literally hundreds of different training systems available to personal trainers. I've trained with numerous organisations...
Jun 15, 20182 minHealth, Fitness and Well-being at the Commonwealth Games - starting the dayAt Hockey Wales I'm responsible for the strength and conditioning programming for well over a 100 athletes. We have two senior teams (men...
Jun 14, 20182 minHigh Intensity Interval TrainingThis is another topic that I get asked about a lot. Is it the best way to get fit? Is it the best system for fat/weight loss? As with all...
Jun 13, 20182 minA few words about protein As a personal trainer I get asked about protein a lot. 'How much should I have?' 'Is this 'high protein' snickers any good?' 'Should I...
Jun 12, 20183 minMoving from personal trainer to Strength and Conditioning? Understand the landscape The profile of strength and conditioning has risen significantly in recent years. The success of so many members of Team GB at the...
Jun 11, 20181 minWarming up for personal training sessionsHow should I warm up? What does a personal trainer warm up look like? What does a warm up look like with Dr.Mark Mullineaux health and...