On a recent trip to London I had the opportunity to workout at Virgin Active Health Clubs spectacular facility overlooking the River Thames, near Canary Wharf. It was here that I was reminded of the benefits of a training partner, as a complete stranger noticed I wasn’t pushing myself during a set of decline sit-ups….

Working on your calves can make a huge difference to your physique, helping to give you a more proportioned look, whilst also having huge benefits in everyday life and in sport. As part of the posterior chain of muscles that run along the rearward side of your body, these muscles (including those of the back and…

The Ultimate Lower-Body Workout Ever walked out of the gym on leg day feeling fine? You clearly haven’t tried this workout. A proper hypertrophy workout for your legs should leave you limping around the gym, hobbling into the change rooms and dragging yourself across the car park to your car. Not only will this work…

One of the most difficult barriers to overcome in the pursuit of health, fitness and wellbeing, whether it’s the body women crave, a desire to run great distances or simply to cope with the demands of everyday life, is the power to prioritise fitness amongst a busy lifestyle and therefore continue on the path to…