If you missed part one and part two click here and here. It’s the most wonderful time of the year is a great song. Few songs get me in the Christmas spirit like this one. It is very likely you’ll … Read More
Balance Guy Training Blog
Deck The Halls
With Christmas right around the corner, I’ve been spending some time decorating the house. This year I am going “big” with a tree, wreaths, garland, candles, doormats and ornaments. It’s a lot of work but when it is all … Read More
It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas
Can you believe that Christmas 2016 is less than 2 weeks away? Where has the time gone? I’m sure by now you are getting in the spirit of things and listening to the occasional holiday song. It’s hard not to. … Read More
Now, that’s personal
Since being a personal trainer I’ve had Two clients pass away Three who have beaten cancer A former client and friend who’s currently battling cancer One who’s got dementia Several clients who have had their joints replaced When studying to … Read More
Lifting lessons
8 lessons learnt from 25 years under the bar Around 25 years ago I’m shooting the breeze with one of my best buddies Simon. Then out of the blue he made unusual request. “Take your shirt off” he said. … Read More
Make cardio fun
Cardiovascular exercise, otherwise known as punishment for that hamburger you ate last night, is often thought of as slogging on the treadmill while watching episodes of The Price is Right. Sounds like a blast right? Now that strange … Read More
Overcoming injuries
Injuries will happen. Whether you’re a weekend warrior, an avid gym goer or a desk jockey, your body will eventually flip you the bird and tell you enough is enough. It doesn’t matter whether it’s your fault, someone else’s fault … Read More
Common exercise mistakes (and how to fix them)
I confidently stepped up to the bar to deadlift 275 pounds. It’s a weight I’ve pulled before without much drama. However, there was only one slight problem this time. I’d never deadlifted sumo style before and other than watching few … Read More
What does that mean?
Never let fitness terminology stump you again. … Read More
Exercise for grown ups
Exercise for grown ups. What to do when you have no time. … Read More