Have you ever had a DIY project that you just never get round to doing? This is the situation we’d been in at home for the last year or so. First it was just a blind. I could put that up, no problem. So I resolved to – at some point – do it. Then […]
I had the honour recently of checking out Jamie Peacock MBE’s keynote speech – No White Flag. It’s an inspiring story of local lad done good, and really defines what it takes to be a champion. Now, even if you don’t want to be a sporting hero there was some lessons that apply equally to […]
When you’ve had time out from exercise life usually takes over. You get busy, and seems like there’s no way back. But there is a way! If you’re keen to fit exercise into a busy lifestyle check out the 4 recommended steps below; 1. Adjust your expectations Maybe you’ve been in decent shape in the […]
Unfortunately we see loads of people work really hard to get in great shape. Only to gain it all back. In today’s post I want to share a few things that – if fat loss is your goal – will help you avoid a few common mistakes. And if you have fallen victim to the […]
Check out our new website for Diligent Fitness! We proudly serve the Rodley, Horsforth, and Calverley areas! Come see the programs and deals we have to offer. Personal Training, Semi Private Training, Group Training and SO MUCH MORE! Fill out the Request Information” form on the side of the page and stop in for a […]
Dave suffered with back pain. Had done for years. And due to a lack of exercise over the last 10 years he’d acquired a shed load of weight, with most of it round the middle. Sure he knew all about the health risks of being overweight (his GP took great pleasure in telling him), but […]
It’s that time of year again… the Christmas holiday season from November to New Years Day. It’s a busy time that leaves you focusing on everyone and everything… except for yourself. As a result it’s tempting to either; a) try and carry on as normal with your fitness (and beat yourself up when it doesn’t happen) […]
Perhaps you’ve signed up (or thinking about signing up) to an obstacle course race like Tough Mudder or Total Warrior. It sounded like a good idea at the time. But now reality’s dawning on you; you’re actually going to have to do this. If you’ve done it before you’ve probably got a few areas – […]
So, you’ve had some time away from fitness and now you’re looking to get back into shape. Maybe the time off was due to an injury, illness or perhaps just a busy life taking over. In any case, here you are, ready to take the plunge! Before you do… Now, you might be tempted to […]
You want to lose weight and improve your body. But people keep offering you tempting snacks at work. You find it hard to resist at the best of times. And on a busy, stressful day you just can’t find the will power to keep saying no. You eventually give in eat the biscuits (or cake, […]
