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Tips for Building Your Home Gym
Perhaps you’ve had enough of the hectic gym atmosphere, you can’t stand wasting time waiting for equipment anymore, or you simply don’t want to leave the house at the crack of dawn to de-ice the car when the winter months return – whatever the reason – a home gym seems like the best option right now. But where to begin? -
Olympic Vs Standard Weights & Bars
This question crops up a lot in our stores and via Live Chat on our website… so just what is the difference between Olympic and standard weights? And why do you need to know? Well, whether you’re looking to buy some weights for the first time, or want to add to your existing collection, you want to buy what’s right -
Guest Blog: Bodybuilder Olu Talks Competition Prep
Ever wondered what it’s like to prep for a bodybuilding competition? We chat to our very own South London Showroom Manager, Olu Amao, to get the lowdown on what it takes to get stage ready… When did you first get into fitness? I would say I first got into fitness at a very young age, around 10 years old. I loved martial -
Weight Training for Beginners
If you’re looking to incorporate strength training into your workout routine, knowing where to start as a beginner can be tricky. For many of us, standing in front of a selection of weights with no idea of what to do or how to do it is a daunting feeling – but everybody starts somewhere and once you’ve got the hang -
How to Hit Those Early Morning Workouts
In the winter months, it can be pretty hard to even consider getting up out of bed for those early morning workouts. But now summer’s here, which means earlier, brighter mornings, you might just be thinking now could be the ideal time to get into the habit. If you’re keen to get started – but know that your bed is -
How to Take Your Training Outside
You might have the most amazing home gym, but sometimes nothing beats taking your training outside to make the most of the warmer summer weather. Wondering how you can get the most from your session without your usual set up? Well, functional training is your best friend. For those of you who have serious gains and weight lifting PBs to be -
Fluid Rowers Vs Air Rowers
For those of you who like to get your heart rate up quickly and effectively to tear through body fat and build endurance, using a machine that consistently challenges you throughout every cardio session is key. Treadmills, exercise bikes, and cross trainers are all popular choices when you’re after that intense workout – but what about rowing machines? Rowing is an -
3 Signs Something’s Not Right with Your Fitness Programme
If you're feeling as though your training regime is a little 'off' at the moment, there's a good chance it is, but what are the signs you need to look out for? Here are three key indicators that you should consider... 1 | YOU’RE BORED If the thought of your impending workout makes you want to yawn - or worse - fills -
Local Boxing Club Trains GB’s Future Champions
When James Conway stopped by our Northampton showroom to shop fitness equipment, our sales reps got chatting to him about his role at Kings Heath Boxing Club. Just 15 minutes down the road from Fitness Superstore HQ, the club boasts huge popularity with amateur boxers driving in from far afield, as well as great success with national title holders, and -
5 Easy Ways to Have a Healthier Summer
Summer is looming and with the weather hotting up recently, it’s got us all thinking about BBQs, summer holidays, and refreshing drinks in the pub garden. While summer of course has its unhealthy luxuries, such as stacks of ice cream and flowing cocktails, the warmer season actually brings countless opportunities to make a healthy choice – and not ones that