What is The Best Pre-workout Drink?
What is the best pre-workout drink? In this short video I cover what the best thing to consume before a training session is and how you don’t need whey protein shakes, etc before you’re training.
Fitness
Ben Pakulski’s Mi 40x and My Training
One of my long-term goals has always been to increase my muscle mass. However, with my hectic schedule and long hours – as you will probably know – it’s hard to make time for your fitness regime. This is just a matter of planning though, the bigger problem is next. Being a Personal Trainer…
My Opinion on Weight Loss vs. Fat Loss
There’s one thing I’m constantly asked, and this is probably on your mind right now if you’re reading this article: “How do I lose weight?”. The funny thing is, for the majority of people it’s not really weight loss that they want, it’s fat loss. If you’re part of the crowd of people who want…
Recent Personal Development and CHEK-ins
As a personal trainer, one of my responsibilities is to maintain a level of professionalism. Part of this is to keep my qualifications up to date, just like a doctor, solicitor or other professional would. Therefore, I make sure I am always go to the very best educational courses. This way I keep myself at…
10 Tips To Getting A Better Night’s Sleep
Are you ‘dog tired’? You’re probably aware that getting the recommended minimum of 8 hours sleep per night will help your body to rest, repair and make you feel refreshed for the day ahead. What you might not be aware though is the impact that an early night has on your body’s ability to…
Online Personal Training Explained
Wondering what can be covered in an online fitness coaching session? Who doesn’t. Going to a personal trainer in your gym or local health club is probably familiar, but someone who is there to train your virtually? Alien. Here’s our take on why an online PT is best for you. Online 1-2-1 or as…
Day in The Life of a Personal Trainer
Below, I’ve set out what my usual day is like as a personal training company owner is. I chose Monday as it’s the start of the week for me and a great day to train with clients. 5am – Early Start I wake up to my motivational alarm, which sets me up for the…
Vibram Five Fingers Get The Finger
After reading several articles recently about what Vibram have apparently been doing regarding their advertising, I’ve decided to add my own thoughts: most people know I wear the five finger shoes all of the time and I have done for the last 3 1/2 years. Research With Athletes I started wearing them several years…
Why CPD is Important As a Personal Trainer
How professional is your personal trainer? This is a question that brings up all kinds of different answers. I’m not talking about whether they flirt with you, how they are dressed or even if they look like they workout. I’m talking about Continuing Professional Development; the continuing education that your trainer embarks on to…
Common Fitness and Exercise Questions
Some of the common fitness and exercise questions I get asked as a local personal trainer are included in this blog. I recorded this when we had a power outage, so apologies about the lighting and the blur (which is caused by the lighting). However, I wanted to make sure I got the message across…
Who Are We
Masters Fitness is the leading personal training company in Lancashire.
We run fitness classes and our private fitness sessions at our boutique gym and fitness facility at Brockhall Village in Blackburn.
On our blog is where we talk about our love of fitness, nutrition and health. Enjoy.