PureGym Pontefract

👋 It’s not just a gym it’s a community💙

From friendly faces to supportive vibes, PureGym Pontefract is all about helping each other win.

🧑‍🤝‍🧑What are the benefits of training together?

👉Increased Motivation & Accountability

👉You’re far less likely to skip sessions when someone is expecting you.

👉Friendly competition pushes you to train harder than you would alone.

Energy feeds off each other, great for high-intensity sessions

Tag your gym buddy 👇

Did you have a go at our Tossit game? 🎯 Not as easy as it looks, is it?! 😅

Big shoutout to everyone who gave it a go 👏 and well done to those of you who hit the box! 🔥🎉

Don’t worry if you missed out this time… the game will be back soon 👀 Get ready for Round 2 and your chance to win some prizes at PureGym Pontefract! 🏆💪

💥 New week. New goals. Same YOU — just stronger💪

Whether you’re lifting for the first time or chasing a PB, we’ve got your back at PureGym Pontefract

✅ No contracts
✅ 24/7 access
✅ A team that will support you

📍 See you on the gym floor!

✨ Sunday Reset & Stretch ✨

Slow it down, breathe it out, and give your body what it needs today 🧘‍♀️

Recovery is just as important as the workout — stretch, reset, and get ready to go again next week 💪

Take 20 minutes of mindfulness or stretching for YOU today.

Your body will thank you 👊

💬 Save this as your reminder to move a little slower today
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🔥 SATURDAY ENGINE BUILDER 🔥

Ready to level up your endurance this weekend? 🚀

This 30-minute engine builder is designed to push your cardio, stamina, and mental toughness 💪

⏱ Workout Format: 30 Minutes Continuous Work

Move at a steady, sustainable pace.....this is all about building your engine 🫀

💥 THE WORKOUT:

🏃‍♂️ Curve Treadmill Run – 350m
👉 Find a challenging but maintainable pace

🔔 Kettlebell Deadlifts – 15 reps
👉 Focus on strong hips & control

🏋️‍♂️ Dumbbell Push Press – 12 reps
👉 Drive through legs, explode overhead

🧘 Butterfly sit up – 15
👉 Stay tight and controlled

🚶‍♂️ Walking Lunges (powerbag) – 20m
👉 Keep moving, steady and strong

🔁 Repeat continuously for 30 minutes
👉 No rushing — find your rhythm and keep going 🔥

💡 Focus:
✅ Controlled breathing 🌬
✅ Consistent pace ⏱
✅ Good form over everything 🎯

This is your Saturday sweat session — build that engine and feel unstoppable 💥

Who’s in this weekend? 👀👇

🔥 GERMAN VOLUME TRAINING (GVT) 🔥

Looking to take your strength and muscle growth to the next level? 💪

German Volume Training is a powerful method designed to push your limits and deliver serious results 🚀

What is GVT?

Also known as the 10x10 method, GVT involves performing:

👉 10 sets of 10 reps for a single exercise
👉 Using the same weight across all sets

It’s simple… but definitely not easy 😅🔥

💪 Benefits of GVT:

✅ Massive muscle growth (hypertrophy) 📈
✅ Increased muscular endurance 🏋️‍♂️
✅ Builds mental toughness 🧠
✅ Improves technique through repetition 🎯

⚙️ How to do it:

✔️ Choose a compound movement (squat, bench press, etc.)
✔️ Pick a weight around 60% of your 1RM
✔️ Complete 10 sets of 10 reps
✔️ Rest 60–90 seconds between sets ⏱
✔️ Focus on control and consistency

💡 Tip: You might find the first few sets manageable… but it catches up QUICKLY 👀🔥

🏋️ Example Workout: LOWER BODY GVT
🔥 Barbell Back Squat – 10x10
🕛(60–90 sec rest)

Then finish with:
🔹 Leg Curls – 3x12
🔹 Walking Lunges – 3x12 each leg
🔹 Calf Raises – 3x15

🚨 Key reminders:

❗ Prioritise good form over heavy weight
❗ Stick to your rest periods
❗ Don’t use GVT every session, 4–6 week blocks work best 📅

💥 Final thought:

GVT is not about fancy exercises, it’s about discipline, consistency, and intensity. Stick with it and the results will come 👊

💙 FEEL-GOOD FRIDAY AT PUREGYM PONTEFRACT 💪

Happy Friday team! 🎉 Whether you’re training before work, on your lunch break, or kicking off the weekend strong, remember this 👇

✅ Consistency beats perfection
You don’t need to smash a PB every session. Regular movement, even shorter workouts improves strength, energy levels, and mental health over time.

🏋️‍♀️ Strength training = more than muscles
Lifting weights helps build bone density, supports joint health, boosts metabolism, and makes everyday life easier from carrying shopping to chasing the kids.

❤️ Cardio isn’t just about burning calories
It strengthens your heart and lungs, improves recovery, and helps reduce stress. Mix steady cardio with short bursts of intensity for best results.

The best workout? 👉 The one you enjoy and can stick to.

Move your body, challenge yourself a little, and leave feeling better than when you walked in.

Let’s finish the week strong see you on the gym floor 💥

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🔥 Have you tried one of our classes yet?

From high-energy cardio to strength and conditioning, there’s something for everyone — and they’re included in your membership 💪

📲 Book via the PureGym app today.