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Keiser M3i Spin Bike
Featuring: revolutionary, re-designed Keiser Bike Pedal with magnetic eddy current system providing infinite levels of resistance options and a smooth ride. Bluetooth wireless technology enabling the instructor to keep an eye on how each person is doing during...
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New Spin Bikes
We have just taken delivery of our Brand New Keiser M3i lite bikes in our spin studio. The features of these bikes include: Revolutionary, newly designed Keiser Bike Pedal Magnetic eddy current system, provides infinite levels of resistance options and a smooth ride...
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New staff!
We have recently welcomed 3 new members to team tfd and you will have seen their faces around the gym and being introduced in various classes over the last few weeks. Ash - Fitness Instructor Ash has joined us taking on the role of Fitness Instructor, you will find...
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Sauna & Steam
Have you tried our Sauna and Steam facilities yet? Each have their own benefits as you will find out below... Sauna In the sauna, the heat warms and relaxes muscles relieving tension in your body and helps to minimise joint pain. Those who suffer from arthritis,...
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TFD Hair Studio
TFD Hair Studio has recently brought Amber on board as their Salon Assistant. You will see Amber around on Tuesday evenings and Saturdays helping Fiona and Michelle in the salon with their clients. The ladies offer wet and dry cuts, blow-drys, perms, gents trims,...
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Enjoy your exercise!
True enjoyment comes from activity of the mind and exercise of the body; the two are united - Alexander von Humboldt Exercise doesn’t have to be something that is a chore, something you feel you have to do or something you do because you think you ought to. Exercise...
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Endless Swimming
Why choose swimming? Swimming is a very good way of increasing your fitness and for overall toning. It is a relaxing form of exercise that many people enjoy and is an excellent way to exercise during pregnancy. People widely use swimming as a way of rehabilitation...
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#tfdchallengeon page
Have you visited our #tfdchallengeon Facebook page yet? Here you will find all our latest gym challenges for our members here at tfd and you will be able to interact with other members and staff. From workouts on the gym floor to Supper Series challenges and the...
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Summer excuses
So... its summer and the excuses are creeping in when it comes to exercise. You may not be able to stick to your usual exercise routine, but that doesn’t mean you should give up completely on the summer months. There are varying reasons we give for not being able to...
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Lunchtime classes at tfd
Lunchtime is the perfect time for a workout and we have a class for you most days throughout the week. There is something to suit everyone and you’ll be making the most of your lunch hour! Mondays 12.30-1.00pm TOTAL BODY WORKOUT with Alex A brilliant way to...
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Fitness Yoga
Fitness Yoga classes at tfd are taught by our lovely instructors Olga and Julie. They both have an expansive knowledge of the yoga world and guarantee to leave you feeling extremely relaxed but invigorated after each of their classes. Classes are tailored for both...
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Pancake Recipe
Try these delicious pancakes that are not only quick and easy to make but so tasty and very good for you. We have tfd's very own Michelle to thank for this one - give them a go and let us know what you think! INGREDIENTS (to make 3 pancakes) 1 banana 1 egg...
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Sean’s Bulgarian Split Squats
If you are like me and love to run, it is vital that we cross train to avoid overuse injuries from over training in one plane of movement. This is a key focus for many of my running clients. It helps keep them on track while knocking down some PB’s. I can’t stress...
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Brand new VI-BOX!
Vi-Box is a fitness class that includes punch and knee strike combinations, cardio fitness, agility, strength, group interaction and fun. You won’t believe how much you can sweat in this class and still enjoy yourself! You may already know Eloise from her Vibe Cycle...
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Supper Series Challenges
We have recently been inviting members to get involved with a variety of challenges—Superstars, Supper Series and our tfd Challenge Board Workouts to name a few. The last Supper Series challenge was "Bingo for your Supper" which involved a bingo card with classes on...
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Congratulations Alfie!
We would like to say a huge congratulations to TFD's very own Alfie Griggs who has recently passed his Level 2 Fitness Instructor course - if you see him around give him a 'high five' to say well done! Alfie has been a part of Team TFD in our Gym Assistant role since...
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Have you tried a Step class yet?
STEP is an easy to follow class that promises to be lots of fun. From basic steps that are perfect for beginners or those who haven’t been for years, to choreography progressions for the more experienced participants who wish to be more creative. Expect sets of...
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“You spin me right round, baby, right round like a record, baby, right round, round, round…”
With the potential to burn 500 calories in a 45 min class, spin is a great way to kick start your metabolism and give yourself a good lower body workout. Combine this with toning your core muscles giving you a tighter waist and flatter stomach; you really can’t afford...
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Fitness – If it came in a bottle, everybody would have a great body.
"Fitness - If it came in a bottle, everybody would have a great body" - Cher It’s getting to the time of year when you look in your wardrobe and discover that either last summer’s clothes don’t fit anymore or you need to go shopping to update them. You may be going on...
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Hydration
why do you need water? your body is nearly two-thirds water and so it is really important that you consume enough fluid to stay hydrated and healthy. if you don’t get enough fluid you may feel tired, get headaches and not perform at your best. how much do you need...
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Krissie’s Pilates Exercise of the Month
Shoulder Bridge is an exercise that is incorporated regularly into class. The exercise is performed by rolling the pelvis and the spine off the mat, trying to articulate the spine vertebra by vertebra. This is good for mobilising the middle and lower parts of the...
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