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 […]

Can training write off the calories?

A recent survey found that 70% of adults ‘want to get healthy’, with ambitions to exercise more, lose weight and eat more healthily[1]. Considering there are approximately three Google searches per minute on how to lose weight fast, it’s clear that there’s some confusion and desperation out there. Should you eat less or exercise more? […]

Five classes that will transform your core

Ask any personal trainer about client goals, and they’ll say toned abs, flat stomach or a six-pack are high on many people’s wish list. The good news is, we all have abs (yay) – they are part of the core, the trunk of the body, and usually not visible. However, not all cores are created […]

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. […]

Top tips for winter wellness

When the nights and mornings are dark and nippy, it’s natural to crave comfort. That could mean stodgy food fests, indulgent hot chocolates, or snuggling under blankets and binge-watching TV. Whilst a certain amount of R&R is good for you, make sure you stay active and well this winter with our top tips for winter […]

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 […]

Weight training myths debunked!

Weight training is a popular and effective element of workouts and personal training sessions, but what’s stopping more people getting involved? Byron Gross, PT Manager at the Thames Club, debunks five common myths of weight training and shares tips and advice for optimising your session.   Myth #1: Weight training is intense and time-consuming Forget […]

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 […]