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Nüobell Adjustable Dumbbells now in stock!
What are Nüobell Adjustable Dumbbells? Hailing from Sweden, Nüobell Adjustable Dumbbells offer an entirely new approach to home strength training. Dynamic free weights that can be adjusted by simply twisting the handle, these dumbbells replace up to 32 individual weights to save space and time during workouts. What makes Nüobell different? Shaped like traditional dumbbells, Nüobell Adjustable Dumbbells look more like the weights -
Meet the Bowflex VeloCore
Bowflex continue to break ground with the UK release of their eagerly anticipated VeloCore exercise bike. On the surface, the VeloCore looks just like a standard racer, with its large HD screen comparable to that of the Peloton Bike and NordicTrack S22i. But what really sets the Bowflex VeloCore apart from its high-end competitors is leaning mode, letting you unlock -
Everything you need to know about progressive overload
Stuck in a training plateau, where you’re struggling to increase the weight you’re lifting, or the number of reps you’re performing? Progressive overload could be the answer you’re looking for to help push past that barrier. But what is progressive overloading, and how do you incorporate it into your training routine? What is progressive overload? If you’re new to strength training, results -
5 Partner Exercise Ideas for International Friendship Day
July 30th is International Friendship Day! One of the best motivational techniques when it comes to keeping fit and staying in a routine is to train with a friend. When there’s someone there alongside you, you’ll find it easier to keep yourself accountable, pushing yourself further than when you train solo. So, what better way to celebrate International Friendship Day than -
We asked a PT the strength training questions everyone wants to know the answers to
More and more people are starting to introduce strength and endurance training into their fitness programme, which is fantastic news! Strength training is so important. In fact, the NHS recommends that adults perform strengthening exercises for all major muscle groups at least twice a week. Below, I answer some commonly asked questions I receive from clients who are new or -
5 Weighted Bag Exercises You Need to Try
While dumbbells and other free weights are great for isolating specific muscles, nothing quite matches the unstable, irregular shape of a weighted bag (also known in the fitness world as a sand bag, functional bag or power bag). Utilising your body’s underused stabilising muscles to keep the bag steady, these functional fitness tools help to develop definition and all-over strength. The -
What apps does the Schwinn IC8 connect to?
The Schwinn IC8 is a standout performer in many ways. 100 micro-adjustable resistance levels ensure a smooth, quiet cycling experience, a detailed LCD display projects every metric you could want, and SPD pedals mean you can clip in to really push your output. But what truly sets the IC8 apart is its unmatched digital connectivity. Here, we breakdown exactly what -
What’s the difference between a racer and an upright exercise bike?
We’re big on indoor cycling here at Fitness Superstore. We talk about it a lot – and for good reason! Jumping on a stationary bike and getting a sweat on is one of the most effective home workouts, great for burning calories, building stamina, hitting personal bests and, most importantly, having fun while doing it. Investing in the right bike for -
Schwinn Airdyne AD8: The Ultimate HIIT Machine
Ever seen someone going hell-for-leather on that bike with the big fan and large moving handles at the gym? Yep, that’s an air bike! Common-place in CrossFit™ Boxes and commercial gyms, air bikes have begun to crop up in the home gyms of HIIT-lovers and fans of ruthless cardio workouts over the past decade. Fairly simple in design (be warned, their -
The JRNY app, now FREE for 2 months!
Introducing JRNY, the adaptive fitness membership that evolves with you. Now available with a free 2-month trial, JRNY is your answer to upgraded home workouts. No matter where you are on your fitness journey, everybody is different. Different strengths, different goals and different routines. That’s why Bowflex have designed JRNY for all of us, no matter the body, no matter the