Are your traps taking over your workout? If you feel neck tension during lateral raises or bent over rows, you’re likely "shrugging" the weight. Discover the coaching cue I use at our Chiswick studio to fix your form, protect your neck, and finally isolate your delts and lats for better results.

Chest flyes don’t usually fail because of effort or focus. They fail because the chest isn’t set up properly. If flyes consistently hit your shoulders, this article breaks down what’s going wrong — and how to fix it using simple, real-world coaching cues.

Many people in Chiswick train regularly but still feel stuck. In this article, a local personal trainer explains what actually works in real life — and why informed decision-making matters more than intensity.

Why finishing a workout is easy — but deciding what to eat next usually isn’t

The Beginner’s Fitness Blueprint: The 10 Habits I Wish Everyone Knew Before Starting Their Journey If you’re new to fitness — or coming back after years of stop-start efforts — you’ve probably felt the same frustration almost everyone feels: “Where do I even begin?” It’s not that you don’t want to get fitter. It’s that fitness today feels like a maze. Every influencer has a different opinion. Every app promises a “perfect programme.” And every time you try to start again, som

Struggling to find time for fitness between school runs and work? This guide shows busy Chiswick parents how short kettlebell workouts can boost strength, burn fat, and improve everyday energy — all in 15–30 minutes.

The Seven Primal Movement Patterns: Building a Foundation for Functional Fitness Human movement, in its complexity, can be broken down into seven fundamental patterns: squat, hinge, push, pull, lunge, rotation, and gait (or locomotion). These patterns represent the foundation of our functional capacity, reflecting the movements we perform in everyday life. Understanding and mastering these patterns is crucial for building a resilient, adaptable, and pain-free body. 1. Squat:

How to Get Stronger, Leaner, and More Resilient — In Half the Time What if you could radically transform your strength, body composition, and resilience — but in half the time it usually takes? It’s not about taking shortcuts or relying on gimmicks. It’s about applying high-leverage strategies : the few things that matter most, done consistently well. Fitness shouldn't be complicated. Whether you're a busy executive, a parent juggling a hundred responsibilities, or simply som

I previously posted on the blog about starting from ground zero, which you can read here and I thought it would be a good idea to write about what to do once you know what you're doing and how you progress onwards with the training. Read the post below and let me know if you have any questions. Your Stronger Tomorrow Starts Today If you've started resistance training recently—whether through chair squats, wall push-ups, or light resistance bands—congratulations. You've taken

You’ve got big fitness goals—getting stronger, leaning out, or simply feeling better in your own skin. But no matter how motivated you...

Introduction: More Than Miles Cycling is often viewed through a singular lens: ride more to get better. While that mindset may carry you through your first season or two, the longer you’re in the sport, the more you realise performance isn’t just about time in the saddle. It’s about how well your body moves, how much force you can apply to the pedals, and how effectively you can recover between efforts. That’s where strength and mobility training come in. Despite being low-im

Micro-Workouts for Maximum Results: How to Fit Fitness into a Busy Schedule (and Where to Find Help in Chiswick!) As a personal trainer here in Chiswick, I work with a wide variety of clients—from busy professionals in the city to parents balancing school runs and packed evenings. No matter the background, I hear one phrase over and over again:  “I just don’t have time to work out.” And truthfully? That’s completely understandable. Between commutes, meetings, family dinners,

The Benefits of Weight Training and Mobility for Golfers: A Comprehensive Guide Golf is a sport that demands precision, power, and endurance. While many golfers focus on perfecting their swing technique and investing in the latest equipment, there's a crucial aspect of performance enhancement that often goes overlooked: physical fitness. Weight training and mobility exercises can significantly improve a golfer's game, reducing the risk of injury and enhancing overall performa

Weight loss is one of the most common fitness goals — but it’s also one of the most misunderstood. Many people start by doing endless...

What is Hybrid Training? Hybrid training is a structured approach that blends strength, endurance, and mobility work  into a single,...

Becoming a new dad doesn’t ruin your fitness — unrealistic expectations do. This guide explains how to train, recover, and stay consistent during early fatherhood, written by a Chiswick-based personal trainer who works with busy dads every week.

Why It’s Important to Deadlift: Strength, Functionality, and Longevity Explained If you could only choose one exercise to build strength, improve posture, support fat loss, and enhance daily movement, it would be hard to beat the deadlift. At our training studio in Chiswick, this simple but powerful lift is a staple in most programs — not just because it builds muscle and boosts strength, but because it supports a healthier, more functional body in everyday life. In this guid

One of the most overlooked tools that could help with your conditioning Kettlebell training is one of the most effective ways to burn fat...

Whether you're a seasoned marathon runner or just starting your running journey, incorporating strength training into your routine is essential for improving speed, endurance, and injury prevention. One of the most effective tools for runners? The kettlebell. If you're looking to enhance your performance and minimize injury risk, and you're based in Chiswick, kettlebell training with a local personal trainer could be the game-changer you’ve been searching for. Here's how. Ket

If everyday movement is starting to feel harder than it used to, strength training can help you rebuild confidence, stability, and independence. This guide explains how to start resistance training from ground zero, using simple, effective exercises that support real-life movement at any age.