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The Ultimate Guide to Perfecting Your Squat Form
The squat is hailed as the king of all exercises, a cornerstone movement that targets the lower body and core, offering a plethora of benefits from building muscle to enhancing athletic performance....
5 Essential Exercises for Full Body Strength: A Phoenix Fitness Guide
Achieving full body strength is a cornerstone of a balanced fitness regimen. At Phoenix Fitness, we believe in the power of simplicity and efficiency, especially when it comes to selecting exercises...
Unlocking the Power of Time Under Tension for Optimal Fitness Results
In the realm of fitness and strength training, understanding the mechanics behind each exercise is crucial for achieving transformative results. At the heart of effective training regimes,...
Building More Than Just Core Muscle: The Core of Phoenix Fitness
At Phoenix Fitness gym in Huntingdon, our philosophy transcends the conventional goals of fat loss and muscle building. We work right into the core of physical fitness, emphasising a foundational...
A Phoenix Fitness Story: Celebrating Life and Staying on Track
Yesterday marked a special occasion - my girlfriend Becky's eternal 21st birthday! 🎉 It was a day filled with laughter and cherished moments in the historic city of Cambridge. As many of you know,...
The Power of Barbell Training in Transforming Your Health and Fitness
Whether you're into muscle building, aiming for weight loss, or seeking overall health improvements, understanding the role of barbell training can be a game-changer in your fitness journey. At...
The Benefits of Personal Training: Maximising Your Potential at Phoenix Fitness
In a world teeming with fitness advice and countless workout trends, the benefits of personal training - the personalised touch of a dedicated personal trainer - can cut through the noise, offering...
Crafting the No1 Balanced Workout Plan: The Phoenix Fitness Philosophy
At Phoenix Fitness, we’ve design a balanced workout plan that incorporates strength, cardio, HIIT, conditioning, flexibility, and crucial rest days.
28 Day Challenge Success: Celebrating Becky’s Transformation
Every fitness journey is unique, but some stories are too remarkable not to share. This is the case with Becky, one of our members at Phoenix Fitness, who has just completed our 28 Day Challenge...
Rise and Shine: The Best Life Changing Benefits of Morning Workouts at Phoenix Fitness
Waking up early can feel like a chore, but not when it leads to a morning filled with energy, laughter, and strength training - just some of the benefits of morning workouts like those at Phoenix...
Lean Beef Meatballs with Pasta: Simple, Nutritious, and Delicious
In the quest for healthy eating, the balance between nutrition, flavour, and convenience is crucial. Enter the humble meatball – a versatile dish that ticks all these boxes, especially when made...
Understanding SADS: Your Best Advice to Improving Fitness and Wellbeing
Embracing Healthier Lifestyles Amidst Seasonal Changes Hey everyone! Today, let's chat about something that many of us might not be fully aware of, but plays a significant role in our overall...
The Man Behind The Burpee
Hello everyone, Ever find yourself amidst a gruelling set of burpees, cursing the day this exercise was invented? You’re not alone. But have you ever paused (mid-burpee, perhaps) to ponder who the...
Weight Training – Why Lifting Weights Could Change Your Life
We’re all aware that exercise is a vital component of a healthy lifestyle, but today I want to dig a little deeper and talk specifically about weight training. Whether you’re a gym veteran or a complete newcomer, this blog post will surely be a revelation as we delve into the magnificent world of weightlifting and how it can positively impact your life.
Never Too Young For Slam Ball Exercises
Neil, 65 years young! Pictured here hammering slam ball exercises during one of our finishers It's always been a high priority for Neil and his wife Denise to take care of their health &...
Building Strength With Barbells
Meet Melanie. She's been steadily building her strength, fitness and technique with barbell exercises (and other great moves) 🏋️‍♀️ When beginning our structured program she had one main goal: to...
Don’t Miss Out
There's a lot of bugs going around right now but one you definitely want to catch is the fitness bug. Summer grows further in our rear view mirror, the days are getting shorter, colder, and...
What We Do For You
You want to get fit and strong, but you don't know where to start? Maybe you’ve tried going to the gym before, but it never worked for you! Perhaps you’ve never stepped foot in a gym? But, if you're...
4 Simple Ways to Eat Clean & Lose Fat
By now you are probably aware that the term, eat clean, has nothing to do with washing your food and has everything to do with eating in a way that promotes fat loss. While it may sound simple...
Calorie requirements for the different type of body characteristics
Understanding your body requirements is an invaluable tool for developing fitness. Your daily body requirements include vitamins, minerals, protein and fibre. Vitamins and minerals are the elements that are necessary for chemical reactions that unlock energy or enable growth.
Carbohydrates and the Glycemic Index
You may have heard about the glycemic index and wondered what it is all about. The glycemic index is a ranking of carbohydrates based on their immediate effect on blood glucose (blood sugar) levels. It compares foods gram for gram of carbohydrate.
10 Small Steps To Improve Your Health
Many of us make health-related resolutions, such as to lose weight, stop smoking or join the local gym. While it is common to set high goals, experts say that setting smaller goals could do more for our health.