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Stand Tall: Posture Series – Part 1
As technology takes over our tasks and we spend more time sitting, posture becomes more and more prevalent. Coach Fletch explains to us the importance of standing tall.
Strength Training for Cyclists
There is a popular notion amongst the cycling community that the only training a cyclist needs is to spend time in the saddle. If we look at other sports, it makes sense that resistance training has a significant role - rugby or American Football players, for...
Top Tips 001: How to Maintain Strength & Fitness whilst on Holiday
A few weeks ago, we at Graspp Fitness received a question from one of our followers on social media asking “How best to maintain strength and fitness whilst on holiday?” Three of our mentors and Coaches give you their answers.
What Instagram is Secretly Doing to Your Mental Health
Coach Fletch delves deep here in this article originally titled “Things that Make Me Crazy in the Health and Wellness Industry.” On Mental Health week, we look at how social media paints a skewed picture.
Graspp’s Guide to Foam Rolling Part 2: Hands-on Application, a Comprehensive User’s Guide
With this Part 2 on Foam Rolling, Coach Sale takes you through the hands-on applications of using foam rolling and gives you his top tips. Enjoy the videos!
Philosophy of Training 001: Longevity
Training is a marathon, not a sprint. In the beginning of this philosophy series, our Editor Sam takes you for a look at longevity in training and some principles to think on as you plan.
The Power of the Side Plank
For Coach Fletch, the side plank is possibly the most important discovery for his back pain and keeping his hips mobile. How much will it benefit you?
How to Add Conditioning to Strength Training
You don’t need to do hours of mind-numbing cardio to get fitter or leaner. In this article, Coach Craig takes you through a look at how you can add conditioning to your strength training the smart way.
A PT’s Top Tips for Nutrition: Part 3 – Carbohydrates: Friend or Foe?
It is now time to get into arguably the most controversial of the three macronutrients; the infamous carbohydrates. Coach Dorrington explores.
How Much Core Training is Really Necessary?
Coach Fletch digs into the reality and science behind ‘activating deep core muscles’, and how to get the best training stimulus for your core.