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New Class Instructors
You might have seen a few new faces teaching classes recently, so here’s their formal introduction… We’d like to welcome Anthea, Elaine, Hayley & Helen to the tfd team, following the success of our class auditions held by Lisa and Steffi before Christmas. They’ve...
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Kettlebell Training
Kettlebell training is a very popular training method due to you being able to target an all over body workout with ease and there’s the bonus of only needing one piece of equipment. You will find yourself doing a range of dynamic movements from slow and controlled...
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“If a doctor treats your cold, it will go away in fourteen days. If you leave it alone, it will go away in two weeks.”
“If a doctor treats your cold, it will go away in fourteen days. If you leave it alone, it will go away in two weeks.” - Gloria Silverstein It’s getting to that time of year again when everyone seems to come down with a cold & there’s not a lot you can do about it....
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Well done Ash!
A big well done to Ash who has recently passed his Level 3 PT course! Ash is now available for personal training, so if you need an extra push in the right direction, give him a shout. Ash is hugely passionate about the effect exercise and a balanced nutrition plan...
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“Never put off ’til tomorrow what you can do today”
“Never put off ‘til tomorrow what you can do today.” – Thomas Jefferson Let’s face it, most of us have used the phrase ‘I’ll start on Monday’ or ‘I’m going to be good tomorrow’. This time of year it’s probably a case of ‘I’ll start in January’ or ‘I’ll get Christmas...
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Alfie’s Favourite Pancake Recipe
Check out Alfie's favourite pancake recipe - very simple to make and extremely healthy! Top Tip: Instead of using flour and baking soda to make your beloved pancakes, try using bananas. Using a banana will significantly reduce the number of calories you will be...
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Ash’s Face Pull Feature
The Rope Face Pull - in a list of under-rated exercises, the rope face pull is right up there. It is an incredible movement for almost everybody as it accomplishes so much on its own and doesn’t take a whole lot of time to incorporate into your routine. Here’s why...
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Total Immersion
On Sunday 13th October tfd transformed into a tranquil space for an evening of restorative yoga and mindfulness led by our resident yoga instructor Julie and Tai Chi Qi Gong master Tony for our newest event Total Immersion. The evening consisted of splitting into two...
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Learning the almighty pull-up and its progressions!
The pull-up is just about one of the toughest bodyweight exercise's there is. If you’ve ever attempted to knock out a set, you’ll know the demands it places on your back, shoulder and arm muscles. The main muscles in action whilst performing a pull-up are the lats,...
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Kinesis
What is Kinesis? Kinesis involves cable movements which allow for total freedom of movement. The cable system is designed in a way that allow users to make use of the natural movement patterns of the body. Resistance in the form of pin loaded weights is added to these...
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How much can an extra hours sleep change you?
The average Briton gets six-and-a-half hours' sleep a night. It has been known for some time that the amount of sleep people get has, on average, declined over the years. This has happened for a whole range of reasons, not least because we live in a culture where...
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Mind & Body Yoga
Mind and Body Yoga came about as a result of Steffi asking me if I could create and lead a yoga class that would focus on relaxation. With this in mind I have tried to create a class that leaves attendees feeling refreshed and relaxed, and I hope that for an hour...
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TFD Group Running
WEEKLY RUNNING CLASS Group Running is suitable for all tfd members who can run 5km (in 45mins or less) and would like to run as part of a group. Members will meet at tfd on Tuesdays at 6.15pm to discuss the route and set off at 6.30pm. The runs will be led by Alex who...
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Congratulations Jo!
We would like to say a big congratulations to Jo who passed her Level 3 PT course last week! Give her a pat on the back when you see her! Since joining the team in January Jo has been enjoying putting you through your paces in her classes such as, spin and core...
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Chilli Shrimp Linguine
Here is one of Steffi's favourite recipes. Why not give it a go for a dinner that is not only healthy but simple to make and extremely tasty! Ingredients: 80g dried linguine Handful sliced tenderstem broccoli 2tsp olive oil 1 clove crushed & peeled garlic 1/2 red...
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Total Immersion
Total Immersion is our latest event at TFD so come and join us for a relaxing evening on Sunday 13th October 5.30-9.00pm. Throughout the evening you have the option to take part in 1 hour of Fitness Yoga, working up a sweat whilst focussing on flexibility poses and...
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Fibre – what it is and why it’s important
Fibre is one of those nutrients that we all know is good for us... But we don’t really know what it actually is, why it’s good for us, or how much we should be eating (versus how much we actually are eating). Fibre is a type of carbohydrate that can’t be digested by...
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TFD Gentlemans Stroll
On Sunday 29th September the gents of tfd, lead by Jason with Barny & Freddy (pictured), will be taking on a challenge in aid of Prostate Cancer UK. They will be completing an 18 mile walk starting at 9.30am in Streatley and following the Ridgeway all the way to...
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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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