24/06/2026
Hello Darlington đź‘‹
Thinking about getting started in the gym but not quite sure where to begin?
We've decided to open up 10 FREE PT Taster Session & 2-Week Gym Trial places at Forge Fitness.
This isn't a competition and there's no catch.
We're simply looking to help 10 local people take the first step towards feeling fitter, stronger and more confident.
Included:
âś… A FREE Personal Training taster session
âś… Full gym access for 2 weeks
âś… Guidance on how to train effectively
âś… Help building a routine that works around your lifestyle
âś… A chance to experience the Forge Fitness community for yourself
Whether you're completely new to the gym, looking to get back into fitness after some time away, or just want a fresh start, this is the perfect opportunity.
At Forge, you'll find a friendly atmosphere, great equipment and a supportive community that genuinely wants to see you succeed.
đź’¬ To claim one of the 10 places, simply comment "FORGE" below or send us a direct message
📍 Forge Fitness, Darlington
⏳ Once the 10 places are gone, they're gone.
Let's get started.
30/01/2025
Muscle building/ strength training advice…
Firstly, what you don’t need to be doing is focusing on how many calories your burning in the gym (do that through your diet/ out of gym activity) or aiming to get as sore as possible, it’s not necessary.
Focus on having a plan, appropriate nutrition approach and standardised form.
7 Tips âś…
- don’t sacrifice form for weight increases (we’ve all done it)
- Unnecessarily high volume is going to make you more sore/ fatigued which doesn’t equal more growth
- Track your workouts. Every set and weight needs to be accounted for
- Lift with intent, don’t just do the movement and hope for the best with little effort
- Consistency is key, but also consistent effort levels
- Do the workout that fits your schedule and recovery levels rather than looking for the perfect one ( there isn’t a perfect one in general, only for your lifestyle)
- You don’t need 5 exercises for a single muscle group and you definitely don’t need to super set the same muscle group
07/01/2025
There is NO downside to bettering yourself through exercise and eating better when done right.
Starting is the hardest part, but with a coach all you need to do is put the work in. No confusion or going on 3 cardio machines then going home.
Kirsty has put the work in and changed her life over 3 months and will now continue it.
Fat and muscle are not all what fitness is about - you will be more mobile, have less health issues, live longer and be happier.
29/12/2024
How to start the gym in January if you want to try it alone…
* No fad diets - keep it simple, carbs won’t kill you. Just find a nutritious and sustainable diet within your calories
* Make a plan - train 2/3x a week and once it’s in the schedule commit to it as closely as you can.
* Go on the days you don’t want to - being consistent as possible will make progressing easier
* Keep your workout simple - you don’t need to do 20 sets per session of chest to grow
* Form over weight - big weight looks cool… but only if your forms good
* You don’t have to go to failure immediately - going appropriately hard for your fitness level will stop you being too sore to come back.
But if you’d rather have personalised programming, daily support and accountability, send me a DM 💪🏽
06/09/2024
This isn’t a 6 week program… it’s the first 6 weeks of your journey
Are you from Darlington or the surrounding areas? This is for you 👇👇👇
At first we all wander around aimlessly, going on machines we don’t know how to use or how to structure a workout… I did when I first started.
This isn’t a 6 week program that says loose 30lb or become a bodybuilder, but you will gain confidence in the gym and know what you’re doing while working towards goals we will set.
We will create a clear and well structured program you enjoy and can easily follow.
In person training at Forge fitness 1/2 times a week while building your confidence so you can add days to go alone.
DM for more info and pricing.
02/08/2024
“If I can’t do it perfectly I may as well not do it at all” - someone that hasn’t progressed because they’ve been chasing perfection.
Do what you can with what you’ve got, which is usually limited time, energy and knowledge.
A coach can maximise your time in the gym while giving you the knowledge you need to progress long term.
18/07/2024
Great feedback from a client who has been smashing it 💪🏽✅