REFRAMING FITNESS, WHAT’S HOLDING YOU BACK?

Whilst January is a time to look forward, sometimes we need to look back. The start of a new year symbolises ambition and goal setting, but the past can determine our present and influence our future. We’re all aware of the importance of physical and mental health but getting started and staying consistent to see […]

Fifty-plus and fitter than ever

Making an effort to stay mobile and active beyond your fifties is one of the best health investments you can make. Ageing is natural and happens to us all but also brings health problems including osteoporosis (women are more at risk than men, particularly if the menopause begins early), high blood pressure, chronic disease and […]

Does swimming really count as a workout?

Swimming is one of many sports that helps you improve cardio fitness, build strength and burn calories. It’s low impact, invigorating and accessible all year round, but can we measure its effectiveness on both physical and mental health? Find out how your typical swimming session stacks up and whether it really counts as a workout. […]

Find out what you’re made of

Are you curious to find out what your body is made of? Come and find out using our Tanita machine, a leader in Bioelectrical Impedance Analysis (BIA) Technology. Our fitness professionals use Tanita to help measure and track your progress and it will tell you things about your body you never even knew! There are […]

The Thames Club | Weight Management & Wellbeing

62% of the UK are overweight or obese. Fad diets, quick fixes and weight loss miracles are marketed to us day in day out. But the truth is, it’s hard to lose weight and keep it off in a sustainable and healthy way. It is more difficult than people make out and requires a strong […]

My first Reformer Pilates class – what to expect

Our new Reformer Pilates studio opens this month, so we invited some seasoned exercisers, new to reformer pilates, to try it out! Emma Moreton shares her workout experience giving an insight into what you can expect from your first class and all the great benefits of reformer. Emma’s first class experience Recently, I had the […]

Our 6 fitness and wellbeing predictions for 2022

Check out our Gym Team’s top six fitness and wellbeing predictions for 2022! Since the UK first went into lockdown almost two years ago, every industry has faced new challenges, opportunities and guidelines, including the fitness sector which has had to adapt quickly and innovatively. It certainly hasn’t been easy for people or businesses, but […]

The mind and body benefits of swimming

The water does wonders for your wellbeing! It’s not just good exercise for your body, it’ also great for your mind. Whilst it looks like foreign holidays have been put on hold for another year there’s no need to miss out on a dip in a luxurious pool! Whether you take to the pool for […]