How Much Exercise?
One of the first questions people ask when they're wanting to get fit is "how much exercise is good for me?". So whether you are on a strict exercise plan that a trainer designed or doing it for yourself, "how much exercise" is qu... Read More

Fitness Q&A
My calves continually ache when I’m running or doing any other exercise. I always stretch and I have had my shoes professionally fitted. What can I do? Can any types of exercise help Try to mix your running wit... Read More

Unusual Ways to Exercise
Get a stability ball. They may even come with a DVD, poster, and pump to blow it up. The DVD gives basic exercises that can be done while watching TV. You can even use them in place of your office chair to build muscle. Gather ... Read More

Weight Loss Tips
1. Drink water 2. Train low intensity before breakfast 3. After you’ve eaten do high intensity cardio 4. Avoid refined sugar 5. Avoid complex carbs 6. Don’t eat within two hours of dinner 7. Train with weights 8. Do ... Read More

Gyms Freaks

Find out where the nearest gym is in your area and which facilities they offer with our gym search tool. If you are the owner / manager of a gym or health club you can advertise it for free on this site- you can even customise your listing to include the services / classes / facilities your club can offer.

Find out more about the exercise machines found in most gyms; so you can get the most from your gym workout.

Ever run out of enthusiasm during your work out? Are you finding it harder and harder to maintain the commitment to fulfil your goals? Then try a fitness class- there are so many on offer; so you are bound to find one that suits your fitness level and taste. You'll meet like minded people; who, with the instructors will help you to push yourself harder- have a look at our guide to fitness / wellbeing classes to see which one suits you.

Not got the money to or time to join a gym? Have a look at the exercise at home section of Gym Freaks for step by step descriptions of how you can get a full body work out using weight bearing exercises and household items.

You'd be surprised at how every day activities such as walking the dog or doing the housework can burn calories- you don't have to be at the gym! - have a look at the calorie burning pages to find out how many calories you burn just going about your daily routine!

Personal training aids can help you to measure your fitness / progress and can also be used to assist in maximising the effectiveness of certain activities or exercises- they can also make great presents for the fitness fanatics out there!