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February 2019

Training

Benefits of Isometric Exercises

Time Isometric hold exercises, named for the holding of a stationary position for a certain length of time, are a wonderfully convenient way to improve strength. With many individual holds taking 60 seconds or less to complete, they are great for those who don’t have much time. Most holds can be performed for around 30 seconds as a beginner and…
Adam McGill
28th February 2019
DietProtein

What is protein and how much should we be eating?

The current UK recommendation for protein intake is 0.75 -1.0/kg of bodyweight per day for adults of the general population to moderately active individuals.  This can increase up to 1.2-1.7g/kg/d for those involved in strength and endurance sport at an elite level. (1) The recommendations are the same for women and men, so some examples of the calculations: For a…
Adam McGill
11th February 2019

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