fitness

fit20 Exeter expands with new studio opening in Torquay

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Wed, 01/08/2025 - 8:38am

Award-winning Exeter-based fit20 was opened at Phillip House six years ago by entrepreneur Duncan Attwood. Based on just one 20-minute workout per week, fit20 is scientifically proven to significantly improve muscle strength and overall health. It has been so successful Mr. Attwood has expanded by setting up a second studio in Torquay as part of his growing franchise.

Duncan Attwood says: "I am so excited to be opening my second fit20 franchise in Torquay and growing the business.” He explains: “My journey into fitness started when I was a child. I was overweight and had numerous...

New women's boxing classes create a stronger, more connected community in Exeter

After success in Somerset, a new wave of fitness is about to take the Exeter community by storm, with exciting and empowering Women’s Boxing Fitness classes at KrisFit Training.

Kristie's classes are designed to encourage women of all ages and abilities build strength, confidence, and mental wellbeing in a safe and welcoming space.

These classes, led by female instructor Kris Herd, offer more than just a workout.

They are a fun space for women to come together, bond, and uplift one another as they develop physical and mental strength.

Whether you’re...

Westbank’s gym-users benefit from world-class kit thanks to Exeter Chiefs Foundation

A generous donation from the Exeter Chiefs Foundation has enabled Westbank Community Health and Care to kit out its accessible gym in Exminster with a fantastic new piece of equipment, offering the same functionality for both disabled and able-bodied users.

The compact Equalizer 6000 is one of the most effective multi-gyms in the world. Designed by a paraplegic and fully adaptive for wheelchair users, it allows people of all abilities to perform an extensive range of exercises, from rowing and bench presses to vertical butterflies and lat pulldowns.

The Exeter Chiefs...

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The Pros & Cons of Bodyweight Training

Authored by Tom_Berry
Posted: Thu, 10/24/2024 - 7:51pm

I’ve been a qualified personal trainer since 2011 working in New Zealand and the UK. Throughout this time, I have specialised in training people at their homes and in public spaces with minimal equipment. You can achieve great results with bodyweight exercises – also known as calisthenics – but they do have some drawbacks. Read on to better understand the pros and cons of calisthenic training .

The benefits of calisthenic exercises

  • Anytime, anywhere! Calisthenic exercises require no equipment because they use an individual’s bodyweight for resistance. As a result,
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Fit Tips for Women over 40

Authored by Tom_Berry
Posted: Mon, 04/15/2024 - 11:20am

I was recently asked by a client what my biggest fitness tips are for women over the age of 40. The majority of these tips are relevant to people of all ages and genders, so take a look!

Sleep

There was a time when sleep was seen as an indulgence, and successful people would boast about how little they slept. In recent years, fortunately, this has changed. Sleep is fundamental to our health, and should be prioritised for a long, happy and healthy life.

  1. On average, people need between 7-9 hours of sleep every night. Preferences because we’re not all robots
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Cranbrook calls for volunteers

An exciting series of events is being planned in Cranbrook this year with the aim of supporting residents to be more active and helping the town to celebrate its 13-year anniversary.

The events are being planned by Move More Cranbrook, the Sport England supported programme that aims to help residents in the town to lead more active lives.

And following the success of events last year which include the town’s first ever Santa Run, the Move More Cranbrook delivery group is on the hunt for volunteers to help it deliver a programme of events in 2024.

Matt Rowett...

Benefits of Workout Splits for Runners

Authored by Tom_Berry
Posted: Wed, 03/06/2024 - 7:40am

Strength training is a valuable component of any runner’s training program. It develops physical resilience, systematically improves motor control and increases force output which leads to greater projection with every stride.

I commonly hear that athletes are following split strength programs in the gym. Split programs are where certain muscle groups and/or movement patterns are performed on separate days. I prefer athletes to complete balanced strength sessions where most primal movement patterns are performed. Split programs have their origins in bodybuilding and are popular...

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Workout Motivation Tips to Keep You on Track

Authored by Tom_Berry
Posted: Wed, 02/21/2024 - 11:39am

We’ve all been there; we know that we should exercise, and we know we’ll feel better if we do, but the couch is feeling so comfortable, and it's cold outside! Here are my top tips for keeping active with your motivation is low.

Modify your expectations

If the thought of completing an hour-long HIIT session, where you burpee until you almost pass out, is just too much, perhaps you need to think about doing something a little bit different. We all have days where we’re not feeling so energetic, and other days when we’re full of beans. Don’t be afraid of substituting your...

fit20 adds nutrition coaching in Exeter

Authored by Al Gibson
Posted: Wed, 06/07/2023 - 10:52am

Not only can fit20's clients in Devon access the best 20 minute workout available, they now also offer a nutrition coaching option through Peter Eggleston Fitness & Nutrition.

Along with franchise owner, Duncan Attwood, Pete Eggleston hosted a nutrition coaching taster recently. He has MSc in the Psychology of Sport and Exercise and is the studio manager at fit20 Exeter. Pete is also a PN Nutrition Coach and has helped many people get off the diet roller coaster by helping them to build sustainable eating habits, one step at a time.

It was a fascinating evening, held in...

Fitness expert shares top safety tips for exercising outside during winter 

Authored by Liv Butler
Posted: Sat, 12/31/2022 - 3:57pm

Many will be considering getting a head start on their New Year fitness resolutions.

However, with snow and ice guaranteed for many areas throughout December, it is important take safety into consideration when exercising outdoors.

Matthew Magnante, an exercise author at FitnessVolt, has compiled a list of his most important safety tips to keep in mind when exercising outdoors during the colder months.

Drink even if you don’t feel thirsty

Many may not realise this, but we are at an elevated risk of dehydration when exercising in colder temperatures....

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