Spinning has long been one of my favourite forms of exercise. I love the big thigh-burning tracks, the high-energy instructors and the sweaty post-workout feeling that you’ve done some real good. And as UK fitness enthusiasts catch onto the king of all cardio workouts, spinning continues to evolve. New spin studios Psycle and Edge Cycle…
Holiday most wanted: My festive fit list
In realising that Christmas is six weeks away – which also means there are just three weeks until my birthday – I’ve decided to combine November and December’s ‘Most wanted’ posts into one dream wish list. But as I do believe that Christmas is more about giving than it is receiving, I’ve also prepared this…
12 ways to never miss a workout
You look out your window and think, “I’d hate to get my new trainers wet in this rain”. You’re working late and feel torn by the choice between a quick stop-off at the gym or settling onto the sofa just in time for a spot of TV. Your stomach’s rumbling and you’re far too hungry…
Barry’s butt-kicking: The toughest bootcamp in London
“Get a treadmill before they go,” whispers a regular. I’ve bumped into an old university acquaintance and she’s kindly given me some insider knowledge into the Barry’s Bootcamp training system: always get the sprints over with first. Three minutes later, I understand why. “12!” Wide-eyed reluctance. These are American treadmills we’re talking about. 12mph is…
Barre beautiful
The sign outside Barrecorre’s Mayfair branch promises me a pert-looking ‘barre butt’. I’m keen to put the ballet-based exercise company’s tagline to the test – ‘where change happens’. I’ve already witnessed some seriously impressive change in a close friend of mine, who has virtually sculpted every curve of her body before she becomes a beautiful…