Paragon Fitness Studio

💪 WHY WE DO THIS WEDNESDAY

Why do we use Step-Ups at Paragon?

Because stepping up is something we need to be able to do throughout our lives — whether that’s stairs, kerbs, hills or simply getting around confidently.

Step-Ups build strength through the legs and glutes, while also challenging balance, stability and coordination.

And like so many exercises at Paragon, we can adapt them to suit you. Start with a lower step and your bodyweight, then as you get stronger and more confident, increase the height and eventually add some weight. 💪

Simple exercise. Loads of benefits. And most importantly, it helps keep you strong and confident for everyday life. 💙

😂 WHY WE DIDN’T DO THIS WEDNESDAY

A couple of weeks without our Wednesday videos has actually been noticed! 👀

Between covering Mark’s sessions while he’s been “on holiday” in Turkey 🇹🇷 and preparing our finest colanders and random things with holes in for last night’s slightly underwhelming eclipse… I’ve been a little busy! 😂

Normal service resumes next Wednesday. 💪💙

💪 WHY WE DO THIS WEDNESDAY

Why do we use Farmers Walks at Paragon?

Because carrying is something we all do almost every day.

Whether it’s shopping bags, suitcases, boxes, or simply carrying the things life throws at us, being strong enough to do it confidently makes a real difference.

One of the things I love about Farmers Walks is that they’re suitable for almost everyone. We simply choose a weight that’s right for you and gradually build from there.

You’ll even spot my mum in this video… 85 years young and still getting it done! 💙

At Paragon, we don’t just choose exercises because they’re good in the gym. We choose them because they help make everyday life easier.

⭐ STAR OF THE WEEK… x 7! ⭐

Normally, one member gets this week’s Star of the Week.

This week, it’s a little different.

On Friday I shared that only 54.9% of people in the East of England are meeting the NHS recommended physical activity guidelines.

These seven members haven’t just met them…

They’ve consistently exceeded them for the last 12 weeks. 👏

According to our sticker board, every single one of them has attended at least two or three sessions every week throughout our latest training programme.

(Apologies in advance for any others I didn’t see 😬!)

No missed weeks.

No holidays.

Just week after week of turning up, putting the work in and making their health and fitness a priority.

Shout out to…

💙 Aircon (Siobhan)

💙 Bigfoot (Jerry)

💙 Bouquet (Sam)

💙 Hooley (Paula)

💙 Pyromand (Amanda)

💙 TopGun (Gill)

💙 Waldorf (Iain)

Nothing happens without consistency.

This group has shown exactly what that looks like.

A big well done to all seven of you.

(Although we all know it’s really because you love getting stickers on the board! 😆)

New board goes up tomorrow… 👏💙

🚶 The East of England has a problem…

Today I read some research based on almost 2 million people across the UK, and one statistic really caught my attention.

Here in the East of England, only 54.9% of people are meeting the NHS physical activity guidelines.

That means almost 1 in 2 people aren’t.

It’s not because people don’t care. Life simply gets busy. Work, family, injuries and a lack of confidence can all get in the way.

That’s exactly why we do what we do at Paragon.

We help people aged 28 to 80 years young become stronger, fitter and healthier through coach-led small group sessions where everyone works at their own level and every session is fully guided.

💙 If you’ve been meaning to get started, why not come and try your first session FREE? Just send us a message and we’ll happily tell you more.