You’ve stepped back into the gym. The weights are stacked, the space feels familiar, and your motivation is high. But your body might not be quite as ready as your mindset. And that’s not a weakness. It’s just reality. Whether you’ve taken a break, trained differently, or reduced your intensity, your ability to […]
Benefits of Foam Rolling
Foam rolling has become a mainstay in professional sports and everyday training routines. From elite athletes warming up for competition to regular gym-goers easing post-session tightness, the benefits of foam rolling are widely recognised, even if the research is still evolving. While it’s no substitute for hands-on treatment from a physio or massage therapist, […]
Speediance Gym Monster 2
The Speediance Gym Monster 2 is redefining home workouts, bringing cutting-edge technology into a compact, all-in-one strength training system. At our London Health Club, we’ve explored Speediance’s versatility and benefits. Whether short on space or looking for a smarter way to train, Speediance offers a seamless, gym-quality experience without bulky equipment. With intelligent resistance, AI-powered […]
Physio Approved: Warm-Up Exercises to Do Before Your Winter Workout
As the chill of winter sets in, it’s more important than ever to adapt your exercise routine to the colder weather. Our physiotherapists at Nordic Balance are here to guide you through the essential warm-up exercises to do before your winter workout. Our team understands the unique challenges that the cold season brings to your workout […]
5 Reasons Why You Should Work With a Personal Trainer
Are you struggling to get back into the gym, feeling unmotivated post-lockdown or simply not seeing results from your hard work? A personal trainer (PT) could help. A personal trainer can be a great resource from tailored training programs designed for weight loss or gains, improved motivation or guidance on improving technique. A personal […]
The Pros and Cons of Barbell, Dumbbell & Kettlebell Training
When walking into our gym in St James’s, you will find that, like most gyms, there is a weights area kitted out with kettlebells, squat racks, smith machines, barbells and free weights and you may be a frequent user of these tools,, but have you ever considered the differences and what the pros & cons […]
What is Plyometric Training & How to Incorporate it into Your Training
Firstly, let’s clarify what Plyometric Training is. Plyometric training, also known as jump training or ‘plyos’, is a group of exercises in which muscles exert maximum force in short intervals to increase power. (ref. Wiki) Originating in Eastern Europe, most Olympic athletes used it, and scientists/researchers and coaches noticed the strength and explosiveness the […]
10 Simple Strength and Conditioning Exercises You Can Do in the Gym
We have put together 10 simple strength and conditioning exercises you do can at the gym. Adding these tried and tested exercises to your regime for 10 minutes a day really can make all the difference to your overall strength and core stability. As well as playing a crucial role in weight control and fitness […]
