The Stepper: how to use it and why

The Stepper: how to use it and why

The Stepper: how to use it and why

October 10, 2017

If you want to slim down and tone up, then stair climbing might just be your thing. Yes it’s pretty tough, but it it…

The 3 Moves You Need for a Bullet Prove Core

The 3 Moves You Need for a Bullet Prove Core

October 5, 2017

When you think of your core muscles, you probably think of your abs. But, more importantly, the core is what keeps you from twisting…

Best HIIT workouts you can do at home

Best HIIT workouts you can do at home

October 4, 2017

Do you want to burn body fat, improve your endurance and tone your muscles without going to the gym? Then, try one of the…

5 Popular Gym Exercises that are Controversial

5 Popular Gym Exercises that are Controversial

October 3, 2017

Most people believe that all exercises are good, safe and effective. After all it’s exercise and that has to count for something, doesn’t it?…

Weight Belts: How and Why to use them

Weight Belts: How and Why to use them

September 28, 2017

Weight belts are an important piece of equipment when lifting weights. Their main function is to provide lumbar support, in order to prevent the…

Space Saving Exercise Equipment

September 26, 2017

Do you live in an apartment or have only a little space to work out at home? Don’t worry. You can choose from a…

The Best Upper-Body Exercises For People Who Hate Push-Ups

The Best Upper-Body Exercises For People Who Hate Push-Ups

September 20, 2017

You might think of the push-up as an arm exercise, but this move also works your shoulders, back, chest and abs. So if you…

Does more sweat mean a better workout?

Does more sweat mean a better workout?

September 19, 2017

The sweatiest workouts can feel like the hardest workouts. Surely walking out of a hot yoga class or a steamy Spin session completely drenched…

Roman Chair Exercises you should try!

Roman Chair Exercises you should try!

September 15, 2017

Maybe you’ve seen a roman chair at your gym, and maybe you’ve even done a few sit ups in it. However, you probably didn’t…

Defy Aging with High Intensity Interval Training (HIIT)

Defy Aging with High Intensity Interval Training (HIIT)

September 11, 2017

Wouldn’t be great to be able to turn back to clock and get some of those years back. Age is one thing we can…

Kitchen Staples Reccomended by Dietitians

Kitchen Staples Reccomended by Dietitians

September 8, 2017

A big chunk of weight loss as to do with your diet, so it makes sense to base on your diet on the advice…

Start using Supersets to maximise your workout

Start using Supersets to maximise your workout

September 6, 2017

Supersets is when one performs multiple exercises in a row with minimal rest (the amount of time to change between machines for example). One may…

What are the benefits of Dumbbell Exercise?

What are the benefits of Dumbbell Exercise?

September 5, 2017

Dumbbells are small weights, shaped like a Roman letter I, resembling mini, single-piece barbells. You purchase dumbbells in different weights, starting with lightweight versions…

The Cable Machine Workout

The Cable Machine Workout

September 4, 2017

The cable machine is a somewhat popular piece of equipment in commercial gyms. However, it seems like it is used for a very limited…

4 Ways to Shred your core using only a Pull-Up Bar

4 Ways to Shred your core using only a Pull-Up Bar

September 1, 2017

When it comes to homo gym equipment, you know you’ve hit your jackpot when you are able to find something cheap, small, easy to…

The 7 Best Exercises for a Full Body Workout

The 7 Best Exercises for a Full Body Workout

August 31, 2017

The seeming endless number of full body workouts is enough to make your head spin. Sure, you know the basics, but do you know…

Introduction to Squat Racks: Benefits, uses and types.

Introduction to Squat Racks: Benefits, uses and types.

August 30, 2017

A squat rack is a piece of gym equipment which is adjustable in height and holds an Olympic bar so it can be used…

Machine to Free Weights Exercises

Machine to Free Weights Exercises

August 23, 2017

Let me preface this blog saying that you don’t have to switch from your weight machine exercises to free standing ones. There are benefits…

The Stepper: how to use it and why

The Stepper: how to use it and why

August 22, 2017

If you want to slim down and tone up, then stair climbing might just be your thing. Yes it’s pretty tough, but it it…

5 Popular Gym Exercises that are Controversial

5 Popular Gym Exercises that are Controversial

August 21, 2017

Most people believe that all exercises are good, safe and effective. After all it’s exercise and that has to count for something, doesn’t it?…

Best Small Exercise Equipment for home!

Best Small Exercise Equipment for home!

August 18, 2017

Some of us can’t afford a gym’s monthly rate, or don’t have the time to go frequently. This doesn’t mean you should stop exercising,…

Common Lies told by Weight Loss Supplements

Common Lies told by Weight Loss Supplements

August 16, 2017

You’d think that by now we’d all stop falling for supplements which promise to “blast belly fat” or “drop pounds while still eating cupcakes”.…

Summit 7 Massage Chair – 57% reduced now!

Summit 7 Massage Chair – 57% reduced now!

August 11, 2017

We have recently expanded our range of products to include massage chairs. We are running a promotion on this home-use Summit Massage Chair, so…

Yoga Poses for Runners

Yoga Poses for Runners

August 10, 2017

Carving out a few minutes to do an inversion pose (or two or three) after a long run will speed your recovery. Inversions, which either…

The Olympic Weight Set

The Olympic Weight Set

August 9, 2017

Most of us turn to gym memberships or hiring the services of a personal trainer when starting our fitness journey. It is easier, sure.…

Does more sweat mean a better workout?

Does more sweat mean a better workout?

August 8, 2017

The sweatiest workouts can feel like the hardest workouts. Surely walking out of a hot yoga class or a steamy Spin session completely drenched…

Benefits of Soy Protein

Benefits of Soy Protein

August 7, 2017

Protein is arguably one of the most important nutrients if you’re looking to build muscle mass. Comprised of amino acids, it’s responsible for building…

Dynamic Stretches for Runners

Dynamic Stretches for Runners

August 4, 2017

The stretching debate—both pre- and post-workout—seems never-ending. For Deena Kastor, however, the answer is simple. After all, performing dynamic stretches before runs has helped…

Tips to improve your cardio workout

August 2, 2017

When it comes to cardiovascular exercise, you have to put your heart into it. Cardiovascular exercise is any workout which increases the heart rate.…

TRX vs Rings: Which Suspension Training tool is right for you

TRX vs Rings: Which Suspension Training tool is right for you

August 1, 2017

Suspension training has become a wildly popular option for training these days. Some gyms offer full classes and programs based on the merits of suspension…

Endurance Fuels that are cheaper and tastier than Energy Bars

Endurance Fuels that are cheaper and tastier than Energy Bars

July 31, 2017

Figuring out what to eat is a common dilemma for anyone who’s ever gone for a long run or ride or embarked on a…

The Best Upper-Body Exercises For People Who Hate Push-Ups

The Best Upper-Body Exercises For People Who Hate Push-Ups

July 26, 2017

You might think of the push-up as an arm exercise, but this move also works your shoulders, back, chest and abs. So if you…

The Squat Conundrum: Back Squat vs Front Squat

The Squat Conundrum: Back Squat vs Front Squat

July 25, 2017

What are the important differences in exercise selection between the front and back barbell squats, and when might one be more appropriate than the…

Facts on Fat

Facts on Fat

July 24, 2017

When we think fat, we think about that squishy thing around our abdomen that we can’t seem to get rid of. Because of this,…

The Agility Hurdles Workout you should try!

The Agility Hurdles Workout you should try!

July 18, 2017

The great thing about agility hurdles is that you can get a very efficient workout out of them. Plus they are pretty cheap and…

5 Kettlebell Mistakes to Avoid

5 Kettlebell Mistakes to Avoid

July 17, 2017

Kettlebells are one of the best workout tools you can use at the gym or at home. But only if you use them correctly.…

What to look for when buying a treadmill

What to look for when buying a treadmill

July 14, 2017

ThThose who are looking to purchase a treadmill for home use, will undoubtedly be looking for a machine that is powerful and performs properly.…

5 Common Fitness Myths

5 Common Fitness Myths

July 11, 2017

There is no doubt that the fitness industry is full of “wonder” products, diet fads and false information which can be made up by companies…

Rubber Vs Iron Dumbbells

Rubber Vs Iron Dumbbells

July 10, 2017

Dumbbells are an essential piece of workout equipment, both at home and at the gym. The many variations in styles and types mean there’s…

What Do Wrist Weights Help You Do?

What Do Wrist Weights Help You Do?

July 7, 2017

Strapping on a pair of wrist weights before you take a brisk walk around the park might not improve your look, but these simple…

Choosing a Rowing Machine

Choosing a Rowing Machine

July 6, 2017

The rowing machine is a solid choice of home equipment to help you get fit. It gives you a complete workout that can result…

Kettlebell Moves For Better Posture

Kettlebell Moves For Better Posture

June 14, 2017

Posture is an oft-overlooked aspect of fitness that affects how you feel, how you look, and even your performance in the gym. When it’s…

What are the benefits of Dumbbell Exercise?

What are the benefits of Dumbbell Exercise?

June 12, 2017

Dumbbells are small weights, shaped like a Roman letter I, resembling mini, single-piece barbells. You purchase dumbbells in different weights, starting with lightweight versions…

Top 5 Lower Ab Exercises for Men

Top 5 Lower Ab Exercises for Men

June 9, 2017

The hunt for six-pack abs can be a frustrating one. Men often try to achieve V-cut definition in their stomach by working on their…

The Best Upper-Body Exercises For People Who Hate Push-Ups

The Best Upper-Body Exercises For People Who Hate Push-Ups

June 7, 2017

You might think of the push-up as an arm exercise, but this move also works your shoulders, back, chest and abs. So if you…

TRX vs Rings: Which Suspension Training tool is right for you

TRX vs Rings: Which Suspension Training tool is right for you

June 6, 2017

Suspension training has become a wildly popular option for training these days. Some gyms offer full classes and programs based on the merits of suspension…

Rubber Vs Iron Dumbbells

Rubber Vs Iron Dumbbells

June 5, 2017

Dumbbells are an essential piece of workout equipment, both at home and at the gym. The many variations in styles and types mean there’s…

Machine to Free Weights Exercises

Machine to Free Weights Exercises

June 2, 2017

Let me preface this blog saying that you don’t have to switch from your weight machine exercises to free standing ones. There are benefits…

The AB-MXR: An Introduction

The AB-MXR: An Introduction

May 30, 2017

If you are looking for a new, safe accessory to help you with your home workouts, read on to learn about the AB-MXR, the…

The Power Push-Up Workout

The Power Push-Up Workout

May 26, 2017

Chances are you think push-ups are an old fashioned, boring exercise. Well, it can be, if you just perform the standard push-up. However, there…

This Sand Bag Workout will get you shredded!

This Sand Bag Workout will get you shredded!

May 24, 2017

While there are a lot of different methods and workouts that can be used to get shredded, sandbag training is one that can be…

Introduction to Squat Racks: Benefits, uses and types.

Introduction to Squat Racks: Benefits, uses and types.

May 23, 2017

A squat rack is a piece of gym equipment which is adjustable in height and holds an Olympic bar so it can be used…

How to Beat 3 Common Fitness Failures

How to Beat 3 Common Fitness Failures

May 22, 2017

“If you were in charge of the fitness industry, what would you change?” It’s a question that doctors, trainers, and even the government has…

The Recovery Workout you should try!

The Recovery Workout you should try!

May 19, 2017

Crushing your workouts is great, but it is also important to make time for active recovery. Active Recovery Some say the only way to…

How to choose between different Cable Machine Attachments

How to choose between different Cable Machine Attachments

May 17, 2017

Almost every gym has a cable machine. You know, those big apparatuses with a cable that is able to be moved up and down…

Dynamic Stretches for Runners

Dynamic Stretches for Runners

May 16, 2017

The stretching debate—both pre- and post-workout—seems never-ending. For Deena Kastor, however, the answer is simple. After all, performing dynamic stretches before runs has helped…

How to Choose Your Punching Bag

How to Choose Your Punching Bag

May 15, 2017

Punching bags are always the most important sports accessory for getting training for the punching strength, keeping focus, learning counter striking and improving the…

What Do Wrist Weights Help You Do?

What Do Wrist Weights Help You Do?

May 12, 2017

Strapping on a pair of wrist weights before you take a brisk walk around the park might not improve your look, but these simple…

Moves for a Stronger Back

Moves for a Stronger Back

May 9, 2017

As someone who has experienced back pain regulary in my life, I can tell you how important my spine’s health is to me. Although…

Correct Form for Back Exercises

Correct Form for Back Exercises

May 8, 2017

Simply put, no two bodies are created equally. Taller athletes need to realise the difference in their skeletal makeup and how it affects their…

Chest Exercises you might not have tried before

Chest Exercises you might not have tried before

May 5, 2017

When you think about chest workout, I’m sure that bench press or maybe push ups that come into your mind. What else? These are…

Common Lies told by Weight Loss Supplements

Common Lies told by Weight Loss Supplements

May 3, 2017

You’d think that by now we’d all stop falling for supplements which promise to “blast belly fat” or “drop pounds while still eating cupcakes”.…

Reasons to Wear Compression Sleeves

Reasons to Wear Compression Sleeves

May 2, 2017

We have recently stocked up on Rebook accessories, and we are loving their running wear. Compression sleeves and calf sleeves haven’t been popular with…

3 Scientifically Proven Ways to Build Muscle

3 Scientifically Proven Ways to Build Muscle

April 28, 2017

Building muscle is a key aim of many athletic performance programs. Mechanical tension, metabolic stress and muscle damage are the keys that unlock your…

The Agility Hurdles Workout you should try!

The Agility Hurdles Workout you should try!

April 26, 2017

The great thing about agility hurdles is that you can get a very efficient workout out of them. Plus they are pretty cheap and…

TRX Legs Workout

TRX Legs Workout

April 24, 2017

The TRX is a cheap and fun accessory that has seen an increase in popularity over the past years. Despite this, you mostly see…

5 Popular Gym Exercises that are Controversial

5 Popular Gym Exercises that are Controversial

April 19, 2017

Most people believe that all exercises are good, safe and effective. After all it’s exercise and that has to count for something, doesn’t it?…

Essentials to Workout at Home

April 18, 2017

Many of us want to get our workouts in, throughout the day, however we can find it difficult to make it to the gym,…

Start using Supersets to maximise your workout

Start using Supersets to maximise your workout

April 17, 2017

Supersets is when one performs multiple exercises in a row with minimal rest (the amount of time to change between machines for example). One may…

The Do’s and Dont’s of Holiday Meals

The Do’s and Dont’s of Holiday Meals

April 13, 2017

It’s that time of the year again!  Easter is the time to be with your family, and you know what that means… food! Lots…

What Are the Benefits of Eating Oatmeal Every Morning?

What Are the Benefits of Eating Oatmeal Every Morning?

April 11, 2017

Nothing says “good morning” like a warm bowl of oatmeal. Oats can be prepared in many different ways – slowly cooked and creamy, or blended…

5 Common Fitness Myths

5 Common Fitness Myths

April 10, 2017

There is no doubt that the fitness industry is full of “wonder” products, diet fads and false information which can be made up by companies…

The Olympic Weight Set

The Olympic Weight Set

April 7, 2017

Most of us turn to gym memberships or hiring the services of a personal trainer when starting our fitness journey. It is easier, sure.…

Health Tips to Kick off the Spring Season

Health Tips to Kick off the Spring Season

April 6, 2017

The spring season is officially here, and with this seasonal transition comes the perfect opportunity to reevaluate your health. If you’re looking to start…

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5th banner

April 4, 2017

Different Squat Stances

Different Squat Stances

April 3, 2017

The squat is known to be the most universal strength training move. It is used by most gym-goers, from athletes, to body builders, to…

Defy Aging with High Intensity Interval Training (HIIT)

Defy Aging with High Intensity Interval Training (HIIT)

March 31, 2017

Wouldn’t be great to be able to turn back to clock and get some of those years back. Age is one thing we can…

Station 83 new “Rubber Flooring” and “Astro Turf”

Station 83 new “Rubber Flooring” and “Astro Turf”

March 29, 2017

What was the idea? Owner Alan and James needed 650 black rubber titles and an 11m x 2.2m astro turf strip to be their…

Eat well when busy

Eat well when busy

Most of us, employed full or part-time, or otherwise busy with other responsibilities, find it hard to stick to an healthy diet when we…

LActive Gym Flooring Case Study

LActive Gym Flooring Case Study

March 28, 2017

LActive Gym: LActive is a gym/functional training facility in Dumfries ran by Lesley Ann. Her appetite to provide a range of classes and functional training areas…

The New LA Workout from Speedplay you can do at your Gym!

The New LA Workout from Speedplay you can do at your Gym!

People are a bit obsessed with the new with the fun and dynamic workout from one of LA’s boutique studio, Speedplay. But, of course,…

How to use a Foam Roller

How to use a Foam Roller

March 27, 2017

Foam rollers can help you with everything from working out the knots in your muscles to sculpt your abs. This inexpensive, super-versatile piece of…

Choosing a Recumbent Exercise Bike

Choosing a Recumbent Exercise Bike

March 24, 2017

When first buying a piece of fitness equipment, you always have questions about how to make the right choice. It’s very important to make…

Best Medicine Ball Exercises

Best Medicine Ball Exercises

March 23, 2017

If you want to work your core muscles on a bit different way, then doing medicine ball abs workout can be a great choice.…

New WEIDER Products in Stock

New WEIDER Products in Stock

March 22, 2017

We’ve just added a few products to our stock, all from WEIDER, and we must say, we are very excited about them! Weider Fitness…

4 Things You DON’T Have to Do to Get In Shape

4 Things You DON’T Have to Do to Get In Shape

March 20, 2017

It’s no secret that in order to get in better shape (i.e., lose some extra body fat and improve your general fitness) you have…

What is Progressive Overload?

What is Progressive Overload?

March 14, 2017

  If you had to take everything there is to know about fitness and boil it down to one simple concept, it would be…

What to look for when buying a treadmill

What to look for when buying a treadmill

March 13, 2017

ThThose who are looking to purchase a treadmill for home use, will undoubtedly be looking for a machine that is powerful and performs properly.…

8 Everyday Ways to Flatten Your Abs

8 Everyday Ways to Flatten Your Abs

March 10, 2017

Hours of crunches aren’t the only key to a flat stomach. Simply sneak in a few minutes of these eight exercises every day, and…

7 Benefits of Running that are not Weight Loss

7 Benefits of Running that are not Weight Loss

March 9, 2017

It’s no secret that a lot of people that take up running, do so with the goal of losing weight. It’s the most notorious…

Choosing a Rowing Machine

Choosing a Rowing Machine

March 8, 2017

The rowing machine is a solid choice of home equipment to help you get fit. It gives you a complete workout that can result…

3 signs that you are overexercising

3 signs that you are overexercising

March 3, 2017

  There are many benefits to exercising, ranging from fat loss, to better health and happiness. With all of these, it’s no wonder many of…

Plyometrics Training: Get your Plyometric Box now and get on it

Plyometrics Training: Get your Plyometric Box now and get on it

February 28, 2017

Remember being a kid, and having fun hopping, skipping and jumping around the playground? What if I told you there was a workout that…

The Stepper: how to use it and why

The Stepper: how to use it and why

February 27, 2017

If you want to slim down and tone up, then stair climbing might just be your thing. Yes it’s pretty tough, but it it…

Get inspired by Crossfit and burn fat

Get inspired by Crossfit and burn fat

February 24, 2017

It’s no secret that one of the biggest reasons behind exercising is to burn fat. There are several ways, sports and tactics in order to…

What is Functional Training?

What is Functional Training?

February 23, 2017

Functional training, as a concept, first showed up in the physiotherapy practices, in which the doctors rehabilitated people with injuries by making them perform…