What % of Fat Does Your Body Have?

Do you know what % of fat your body has? We blogged about this subject 18 months ago, but we feel as though it's time to mention it again.  Why?  Because it's such an important subject.  Whether you chose to work with a personal trainer or not, from time to time it is a good idea to find out what's going on inside your body by participating in some health and fitness tests.  These are … [Read more...]

Personal Training Can Be Adapted

Last night's theatre trip prompted today's blog post on how personal training can be adapted to suit YOU.  No doubt you are wondering how watching tango dancers on stage whilst listening to the Spanish guitar being played can be linked to the valuable work of our personal trainers operating across Surrey?!  Well, just before the performance commenced, the lights went out, the microphones … [Read more...]

The Risk of Too Much Cardiovascular Exercise

We all know that exercise is good for us is so many ways, but do you know the risks associated with too much cardiovascular exercise?  For many people, exercise is all about trying to lose fat and maintain a low body weight, looking good and having a few health benefits thrown in for good measure.  Our team at Total Personal Training are certainly amongst the first to promote exercise, both … [Read more...]

Fool-Proof Steps That Will Guarantee Results

Are you following the fundamental rules of 'periodisation'? Each day this week we will give you the fool-proof, progressive steps needed to get the most out of your training and that will guarantee results. Step 1 - 'Posture & Stability' Is your body in optimal alignment? Good posture and a strong core will allow your limbs to move correctly without the risk of injury.  With any exercise … [Read more...]

Surrey Personal Trainer Talks Live on BBC Surrey Breakfast

Did anyone catch me, a Surrey personal trainer talking live on BBC Surrey Breakfast this morning?  It's Monday 4th January and Nick Wallis, the breakfast show host kindly invited me into the studio to chat about his 'Fatloss 2010' plan.  Nick is on a mission to lose a few pounds throughout January, and what better way of being accountable for his actions than broadcasting his intentions live on … [Read more...]

Increase Your Metabolism with Strength Training

Strength is the ability of your muscles to withstand a force.  Strength training is to train your skeletal muscles to become stronger.  There are many different methods of strength training, the most common being the use of your own bodyweight against gravity and using free weights.   Why and How? When performed correctly and with optimal posture, strength training can provide significant … [Read more...]