School’s out for summer! The long vacation is a time to relax the rules and allow the kids a few more treats, so it’s no wonder that they look forward to it all year round. As parents, we want them to enjoy themselves and recharge their batteries before the new term begins, but we also… Read more »
Protein has become a buzzword in the fitness industry and every health food appears to boast a high content. But without understanding what protein is and its role in the body, how can you know how much you need? Today we’re going to cut through the gimmicks and give you the facts, so you can… Read more »
England in the sunshine, it’s heaven isn’t it? We’re not always so lucky so it’s important to enjoy it while we can. Between the BBQs, beer gardens, and chasing after the ice cream truck like it’s a form of cardio, however, the hot weather can wreak havoc on your diet. Unlike the winter months, when… Read more »
Staines upon Thames Day will be held on Sunday 1 July this year and will be bigger and better than ever. Our stand will be manned by a lot of our staff, so do come and say hello. There will be a competition you can enter and the gym team have set up a gym challenge. Hot… Read more »
Swimming is something that most people did as children, whether as part of a club or with their school, but that they’ve long since given up. Today’s blog is going to examine the benefits of rediscovering the water and the benefits of incorporating swimming into your exercise routine. The Benefits of Swimming Swimming is a… Read more »
Valentine’s Day has us feeling rather romantic here at The Thames Club and we have love hearts on the mind. Whilst the 14th of February is usually a day for couples, there’s another relationship we want to concentrate on in today’s blog post – that is, the relationship between exercise and a healthy heart. Your… Read more »
We’re starting 2018 with a bang here at The Thames Club, with the official launch of our Hot Yoga Club. Haven’t heard of hot yoga before? Don’t worry, we’ll tell you all about it. You’re probably familiar with the concept of yoga. It’s an ancient exercise that originated in India. There are a range of… Read more »
Try out this great Belly Blast Workout, a great New Year favourite for a flatter stomach. Having a paunchy middle is one of the most common complaints we hear here at The Thames Club, especially in the New Year! Whilst legs and arms seem to show the efforts of toning exercises within a few weeks,… Read more »
New Year’s Day is the ultimate new beginning. It’s a chance to leave behind the habits of the old year and start afresh. But as the years roll on, you start to notice that resolutions become a bit repetitive. Lose weight, go to the gym, give up smoking, drink less. We’ve heard them all before…. Read more »
There’s nothing like spending time on the slopes, but ski holidays aren’t something that you can just show up for. They require preparation and fitness training if you want to get the most out of your time. Here are our top exercise tips for preparing for your travels. Top Ten Fitness Tips To Get You… Read more »
