Is your gym letting you down?

At my local gym the other day, I noticed a lady who I see almost every time I visit. I’ve been going to this particular gym regularly for the past two years and so has she. I have a special interest in her and a few other ‘regulars’ because they all have two things in [...]

Never ‘assume’ when it comes to your health

A close friend of mine was diagnosed with breast cancer last year, has had a mastectomy, and has been undergoing chemotherapy and radiotherapy over the past few months. Needless to say, it has been a physical and emotional roller coaster for her. Recently her oncologist gave her permission to start a gentle exercise program. This [...]

Are you selling yourself short?

A few people have made comments about their fitness this week that I feel the need to respond to. While it is important to be careful not to over-train, or ignore injury, it is equally important not to underestimate what you are capable of. It is so easy, especially when we get older, to make [...]