
Category: Gym


Why Are Stretching Exercises Important For Your Exercise Routine
Have you ever considered the essential role that stretching exercises play in your workout routine? While you might focus primarily on cardio or strength training, neglecting to stretch can limit your performance and increase your risk of injury. Stretching improves your flexibility and range of motion and promotes better blood circulation, which is vital for ...
Staying Motivated To Reach Your Fitness Goals
Starting a fitness journey is exciting, but staying motivated to achieve long-term goals can often be challenging. Whether you aim to lose weight, build muscle, or improve your overall health, maintaining motivation is crucial to your success. Factors like busy work schedules, unpredictable weather, and the temptation of comfort foods can make it even harder ...
Strength Training For Seniors
Maintaining physical health becomes increasingly important, yet often more challenging as we age. Once considered the domain of the young and athletic, strength training is now recognised as a crucial component of fitness for seniors. It offers a multitude of benefits, from improving muscle mass and bone density to enhancing balance and cognitive function. This ...
CrossFit Workouts You Can Do At Bluecoat Sports
If you’re seeking a fresh challenge or a way to spice up your fitness routine, consider some CrossFit-style workouts at Bluecoat Sports Fitness Yard. The range of activities available, from high-intensity cardio drills to complex weightlifting sessions, guarantees you can find something that not only tests your limits but also progresses your skills in a ...
Mid-Week Motivation: Quick And Effective Workout Ideas
Hitting the mid-week slump is tough when you’re trying to maintain a fitness routine. You’ve probably noticed how your motivation starts to wane by Wednesday, but incorporating a few quick and easy tips can help improve your motivation and transform your weekly gym workout plan. This guide will explore these options, why mid-week exercise is ...
Mastering Fitness Goals In 2024: The Power Of Habit Stacking
Did you know that around 80% of New Year resolutions fail by February? Don’t let that be you. You’ve set your sights on fitness excellence in 2024. It’s time to take charge. Welcome to the world of habit stacking, a game-changing technique that seamlessly weaves fitness into your daily routine. It’s not just about sweating ...
What Is the Exercise Referral Scheme?
Are you curious about exercise referral schemes and how they can benefit you? Look no further! This article will delve into the ins and outs of exercise referral schemes, including who is eligible, how to get referred, and the objectives and benefits of these programs. We’re proud to offer the GP exercise referral scheme at ...
Interview With A Personal Trainer: Helpful Fitness & Nutrition Advice From Caitlin & Reka
We spoke to two of our personal trainers recently to ask their advice about all things fitness and nutrition. Discover their top tips for staying healthy and motivated day-to-day. Looking to improve your fitness? Speak to one of our personal trainers today about a personalised plan to help you achieve your fitness goals. Caitlin: 1. ...
Benefits Of Powerlifting
Powerlifting is a strength sport that features heavy resistance exercises with barbell weight equipment. At Bluecoat Sports our brand new lifting technique class, Power Hour, utilises barbells, kettlebells, and functional movements to build your strength whilst teaching you how to lift under the guidance of our expert instructors. To understand more about powerlifting before you ...
Top Exercise Trends For 2023
With 2022 having just come to a close, it’s time to put those New Year’s resolutions into action and start exercising! And what better way to gear up your new fitness routine than with the top exercise trends of 2023. From high intensity interval training (HIIT) to body weight training, there’s loads of new trends ...