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very interesting article about having a weight loss jab.

Fitness is our profession, so feel free to ask any questions.

The hidden drawbacks of using weight loss jabs Mounjaro and Ozempic can be game changers, but they can come with a cost

Facts about weightlifting for peri and menopausal women

Weightlifting (or resistance training) is particularly beneficial for peri- and menopausal women. Here are key science-backed facts highlighting its importance during this stage of life:
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🔬 Hormonal Shifts & Muscle Loss
1. Estrogen decline accelerates muscle loss: Starting in perimenopause, women can lose up to 1-2% of muscle mass per year, and this speeds up after menopause without resistance training.
2. Weightlifting helps preserve and build lean muscle, counteracting this age-related sarcopenia (muscle loss).
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🦴 Bone Health
3. Resistance training increases bone mineral density (BMD): It stimulates bone formation and slows loss, crucial in reducing osteoporosis risk.
4. Postmenopausal women can lose up to 20% of bone mass in the first 5–7 years. Weight-bearing exercises are one of the few interventions that directly strengthen bones.
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🧠 Mental Health & Mood
5. Strength training reduces symptoms of depression and anxiety, common during menopausal transitions.
6. It also boosts self-esteem, body image, and improves sleep quality—all of which may be disrupted by hormonal changes.
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🔥 Metabolism & Fat Gain
7. Muscle burns more calories at rest than fat. Building muscle helps combat menopausal weight gain and metabolic slowdown.
8. Strength training can help improve insulin sensitivity and reduce abdominal (visceral) fat, which tends to increase post-menopause.
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💓 Cardiovascular Health
9. Weightlifting supports heart health by reducing blood pressure, improving cholesterol profiles, and enhancing vascular function.
10. Combining resistance training with cardio is especially effective for menopausal women at risk of cardiometabolic disease.
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What kind of Weightlifting?
11. Progressive overload is key to results.
12. 2-3 sessions per week.
13. Combine free weights, machine and bodyweight exercises.

The importance of health, fitness and exercise

Please read the below for some usual information

The importance of health, fitness and exercise - Keeping fit and healthy through sports - Edexcel - GCSE Physical Education Revision - Edexcel - BBC Bitesize Learn about and revise health, fitness and exercise in sporting and life performance with this BBC Bitesize GCSE PE (Edexcel) study guide.

When it comes to Sugar in our foods, even what you think it is a healthier food it may still have a sugar content!!

read the below article

https://www.bbc.co.uk/food/articles/sugar_in_health_food #:~:text=sugar%20is%20OK%3F-,Added%20free%20sugars%20should%20make%20up%20no%20more%20than%205,those%20aged%2011%20and%20over.

Getting summer ready, interesting article for you to read 😀

The best summer body workout is one that maintains a healthy physique all year round Getting in peak shape for a single week of vacation is detrimental to body and mind so ditch the summer body obsession in favour of being generally fit throughout the year instead

🎄Gym Members Christmas Social 🎄

Just a reminder we are hosting a Christmas lunch for members Saturday 21st December 2pm 🍾🍻🎅

To book please call 01483 722611 or email [email protected]

Hope to see you there 🥳🎉

Fitness is not a seasonal hobby, fitness is a lifestyle. Take your Fitness lifestyle to a new level by speaking to one of our fitness professionals.

No matter if you are new to fitness or an experienced gym user. We have the skills to take your lifestyle forward.

Speak to us today.

We are looking to recruit a passionate Personal Trainer who can deliver outstanding customer service, provide motivation to our members and complement our excellent gym team.
if you have a REPS Level 3 Personal Trainer qualification then we want to hear from you.
We are offering 4 x 6 hour shifts per week, please apply via Indeed.

https://uk.indeed.com/m/jobs?q=fitness+instructor&l=woking&from=searchOnSerp&sameQ=1&vjk=d038e70969fa5e5b

Many people wonder what the benefits of having a personal trainer may be......to be honest the benefits are endless.

To enquire about personal training please speak to one of our trainers.

The link below will give you more info.

9 Benefits of Personal Training Personal trainers can help you achieve your fitness goals. There’s one for everyone, regardless of your physical abilities, experience, location, or budget.

This article is a nice summary of my approach to nutrition and nutrition advice for fat loss👍😃⚡️. Ryan 😊

Focus on eating whole foods and lots of veg 🥦🥕🫑 to benefit from the nutrient density. Exercise and include resistance training to increase your metabolism 💪.

Regular exercise can help in reducing stress and improving sleep 😴 vital for any fat loss plan 🤩.

If you would like one of our excellent PT team to plan a bespoke resistance workout plan for you (free to members). Please email us to book an appointment [email protected]

Stop counting calories - Harvard Health Calorie counting isn't the best way to lose weight. How a person's body burns calories depends on a number of factors, including the type of food eaten, metabolism, and even the type of organisms l...

Do you ever wonder how long you should spend in the gym?

The article below will give you plenty of information.

https://rxfit.co/the-ultimate-guide-to-gym-frequency-and-duration-how-often-and-how-long-should-you-be-at-the-gym/ #:~:text=Aim%20for%2030%2D60%20minutes,minute%20workout%20can%20be%20effective.

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