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YMCAfit Blog
Posted: Monday, 25 June 2012
Athletes can exhibit almost super-human performances. This involves great dedication, work-ethic and no small amount of natural talent. However behind the performance there is a team that has helped them to get where they want to be. One member of the team will be a sports conditioner. We’ll look into the importance of this role and the route into it for fitness professionals.
Posted: Thursday, 21 June 2012
The recent London marathon once again reinforced the nation’s obsession with pounding the streets to keep fit. Roy Scott, experienced marathon runner and YMCAfit Tutor tries to help the running enthusiast to consider some key aspects to help their running performance.
Posted: Wednesday, 30 May 2012
As you may have seen in the media, today sees the launch of the report from the All Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) on Body Image. Central YMCA Chief Executive Rosi Prescott and Head of PR and Public Affairs Duncan Stephenson have appeared on Daybreak, ITN and BBC News to discuss the issues raised by the report.
Posted: Wednesday, 23 May 2012
With the sun shining, the last thing many people want to do is slave away in gyms. Personal Trainer and Central YMCA’s Darren O’Toole, examines the alternative fitness venue that is proving increasingly popular.
Posted: Friday, 20 April 2012
Postnatal exercise is a challenge for many new mums. YMCAfit Tutor and Exercise and Pregnancy specialist Deborah Beard gives her view on how to safely lose the baby bump.
Posted: Friday, 23 March 2012
With the New Year’s fitness drive well underway, Lincoln Blandford, Tutor for YMCAfit and Personal Trainer gives his unique insight into the newest fitness trend ‘suspension fitness’ and whether this will stand the test of time in a constantly evolving industry.
