Category: Health

Traveler’s Guide to Boutique Fitness in NYC

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Stay in shape and motivated even whilst traveling, with our traveler’s guide to boutique fitness in New York City.

Traveling to the Big Apple soon and want to keep up with your fitness regime? Or simply just interested in the hottest studios across the pond? Finding a boutique fitness studio while traveling can be difficult. With new studios popping up on every block and mixed reviews about each, it’s hard to decipher which studio you will most enjoy. We’ve selected our 3 favourite boutique fitness studios in NYC to make your decision easier and your workouts an experience you are sure to never forget.

Rumble

Never heard of this boxing gym? You’re about to drop everything you’re doing and book the next flight to NYC. Rumble is a group fitness boxing workout and a true experience. Not only is this a favourite gym amongst A-Listers such as Kendall Jenner (questionable) and Joe Jonas, but it’s a 45-minute full body workout. With the perfect combo of boxing and strength training, Rumble is a tumblr bloggers dream. The room is filled with neon lights, and the sets are projected onto the wall whilst the lively instructor is motivating you to keep sweating it out. You ready to Rumble?

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The second you step into the fab yoga studio that is y7, you’re greeted with Drake’s “Started from the Bottom Now You’re Here” lyrics painted onto the stairs. What better way to be inspired? With a combo of heat and strength, you’ll embrace the true yogi inside of you whilst listening to the latest hits in a 60 minute workout. The aesthetic of this studio is all black and white and the vibe is hip hop meshed with meditation. If you’re in the mood for something different than your usual yoga class, y7 is the studio for you.

Tone House 

In the mood to unleash the ultimate athlete in you? Tone House is ready for you. This boutique gym is known as one of the most challenging classes in NYC. This boot-camp style workout brings popularity to sport conditioning workouts and drastically improves your physical health. The instructors are sure to push you to limits you never thought possible. It’s tough but guaranteed to give you the results you’ve been craving.

We hope these boutique studios inspire you to keep up with your fitness regime while traveling abroad. From boxing to yoga to sport conditioning, there is sure to be a workout that is perfect for you.

Safe Travels!

Your TruBe Team

A Beginner’s Guide to Fitness: 4 Steps to Help You Launch

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Thinking about incorporating fitness into your daily life, but not sure how to take the first steps? This beginner’s guide will help you do just that. The fitness world can be intimidating and overwhelming to jump into. Results can sometimes take longer than expected, but the key is patience and consistency. Just remember…with consistency comes results. You can make your fitness goals a reality with these first steps to help you launch!

Invest in a Workout Outfit That Makes You Feel Unstoppable

Finding the perfect outfit to workout in will boost your confidence and help you sweat it out in style. The best way to find your go-to outfit is to research different types of athleisure brands. Don’t know which brands to pick? We selected our top favourite brands for you. With the hottest versatile brands such as P.E Nation and good hYOUman, you’re sure to be obsessed with these items just as much as we are. Picking out a couple comfy workout items is a must to help motivate you and get you started.

Discover a Workout That is Perfect for You

Don’t give up if you do not immediately find a type of workout that is right for you. There are endless amounts of workouts…from strength exercise to balance exercise, there is sure to be one for you. How do you know when you’ve found the perfect workout? When you look forward to doing it and you don’t dread to sweat. Remember to never give up and to always keep trying new exercises.

Find a Workout Buddy

Not only is working out with a buddy fun, but it is also extremely beneficial to your overall workout. It motivates you to work harder and actually show up! All your friends busy? It’s important for someone to hold you accountable and that’s where a personal trainer can come in handy. We have a variety of highly skilled personal trainers that are here for you any time, and any place. Our trainers will motivate you and inspire you to keep on that workout grind!

Know Your Intention and Always Return to That When Your Limits are Tested

Staying motivated and positive is crucial when you first start working out, especially when your limits are exceeded and you think you can’t keep on going. Taking time to identify why you have started this fitness journey and what exactly your goals are can take time, but it is worth it. Once you know your why, you will always continue to keep pushing, and never give up on your workout.

Incorporating fitness into your daily life is extremely beneficial, and we hope these steps inspire you and help get you started. Still feeling a bit intimidated? Book a session with us and we’ll help you every step of the way. You got this!

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New Playlist! Yoga Flow

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Did you know…

Music is beneficial to your workout? Music lowers your Rate of Perceived Exertion (RPE), when your RPE is low, you exert more energy enabling you to burn more calories without realising it. Bonus! Which in turn, creates a better and more beneficial workout.

With this being said, we invite you to slay the day with our relaxed and rhythmic yoga beats. Over 100 minutes of our favourite chill sounds including Years & Years, ODESZA, and Petit Biscuit. Our TruTunes are sure to warm you up, enhance your mood and inspire you.

Download. Play. Start Your Flow.

The Sizzling Secrets of Yoga

It is safe to say, Yoga is a female dominated workout, with over 75% of the demographic being female! We are here to let you in on the sizzling secrets aimed to encourage those who are missing out…

No pressure to perform

Feel like you aren’t flexible enough? No sweat. Yoga increases flexibility!

There is a misconception that you need to be flexible before you can commence your Yoga journey, this is not the case. There is no pressure to strike the perfect Pretzel pose on your first go or even learn what one is. Yoga should be personal, an opportunity to learn and respond to your needs. A time to relax and grow. As long as you stay balanced and commit to your pose, you will reach new heights. You may even be surprised by the capacity and range your body offers. 

Yoga is the perfect pairing to any workout.

Yoga helps increase your strength and stamina.  The breathing and mindfulness involved will help improve your performance, focus and confidence. Yoga is a great addition to upping your fitness regime. It is the ideal workout to incorporate and complement your lifestyle and goals.

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“Yoga means addition – addition of energy, strength and beauty to body, mind and soul.” Amit Ray

Feeling shy?

Yes, It can be daunting to start an unfamiliar exercise, if you Book a One to One session, you can learn at your own pace with one of London’s finest Yogis!

This will help you perfect the art and focus on you. You can enjoy a session in your own space or even invite a friend to join you.

TruBe Trainer: Ruben De Monte

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Click here to find out more about the other great health benefits of Yoga.

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Benefits of a TruPack

✓One-off payment, no strings attache

✓One-to-one sessions, anywhere, anytime*

✓Bespoke workouts with a highly-qualified personal trainer

✓Full access to a variety of disciplines

✓Suitable for all levels of fitness

✓Fully flexible and convenient, we cater for your needs

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Yoga-t this!

Your TruBe Team

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Spring into Action

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Spring training tips

It’s time for that age-old debate; is the process of altering the clocks still relevant to our current lifestyle?

It goes without saying, sleep is valuable. Sacrificing even a few minutes is a big ask, let alone an hour… although I suppose when you think about it, it is 100% worth it. 

We want to help you take advantage of the summer months with this mini-guide to a handful of London’s finest workout spots. Don’t worry, our trainers are ready to join you anywhere, anytime.

Did you know?

The average person spends 92% of their time inside! 

Not only does a workout in the park benefit your fitness, it can increase your well-being and is a great way to unwind after a long day. If you already have a hectic schedule, why not train during your lunch hour? It is proven that a workout will increase concentration levels, motivate your mind and help order your thoughts.

 

Greenwich Park

Greenwich park is the perfect location to stretch your legs, with over 74 acres of land to play with, a great chance to get creative and explore all the charming routes have to offer.

It is no surprise the park is a hotspot for runners, with a range of flat and hilly surfaces to keep you on your toes, with the added reward of breathtaking City views ready to inspire and remind you of the greatness within.

If running isn’t your cup of tea, don’t sweat, Greenwich park has a lot to offer, from great spaces to workout to idyllically located benches to enjoy a well-deserved rest.

Interesting Fact:

Did we mention the Prime Meridian is located here? It’s where East meets West at Longitude 0 degrees, a reference line for astronomical observations.  Hypothetically, this park is both the beginning and end of the world!

Greenwich has long open hours, 6 AM – 9:30 PM in the summer months, so no need to rush to get there after work.

 

Hyde Park

Hyde Park is the largest Royal Park in London and a workout haven.
Full of trails and gardens, this park is perfect for you to create your own running and training paths in the picturesque fields and woodlands.

Hyde is famous for being divided by the Serpentine, a 40 acre recreational lake. The Serpentine is an impeccable spot for 2 mile running loops and a peaceful way to unwind alongside your personal trainer in the evenings.

Interesting Fact:

Feel like taking a dip after your run? A rectangular swimming area is located in the southern area of the park, open in the summer months!

 

Regent’s Park

Have your trainer meet you in the ‘gardener’s paradise’ known as Regent Park.
This park is one large inner circle, a total of 410 acres in size and a one-of-a-kind place to run or train. If you’re up for a challenge, there are plenty of steep inclines and long running routes.  

In the mood to try something new?
Nearly 100 acres of the park are set aside for a variety of sports such as football, cricket, and frisbee!

Interesting Fact:

Regent’s Park is the home to a wide variety of roses and thousands upon thousands of rose bushes.

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With British Summer Time just a stone throw away, we hope these parks inspire you to step out of winter feeling motivated and ready to enjoy the outdoors. Book a fitness session with one of our personal trainers to accelerate your fitness regime.

We’ll meet you in any of the amazing locations!

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The Benefits of a TruPack:

  • One off payment, No strings attached
  • One to One sessions, anywhere, anytime
  • Bespoke workouts with a highly qualified personal trainer
  • A variety of disciplines, suitable for all levels of fitness
  • Fully Flexible and Convenient, we cater for your needs.

Find out more Here

Your Summer Starts here!
Your TruBe team

Fall in Love with You this February

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A positive state of mind is crucial for good health, happiness and success. Your body craves goodness, the better you feel the better you look, and vice –versa. It is important to love and appreciate yourself, only then will it all become clear.

Happiness Hormone

You may have heard of ‘Runners high‘?
Don’t worry, you don’t have to be the next Mo Farah to achieve this kind of rush. This particular high is a result of the happiness hormone (more commonly known as Endorphins) being released into your body, creating the desirable state of euphoria and best of all it is 100% natural.

Exercise releases endorphins, this generates a numerous amount of benefits, all with the added bonus of getting fit!

Helps fight Anxiety, Depression and Reduce Stress

Whether you are working long hours, stuck in an office, studying for exams or holding up the fort, the importance of ‘me time’ should never be underestimated. Exercise can dramatically reduce anxiety, depression and stress. It can act as a long-term solution, benefiting your mind and body. Endorphins can act as natural painkiller, help you organise your thoughts and boost your mood significantly.

Focus

By increasing your ability to focus, your fitness goals, work goals and personal goals are all going to benefit, but this is not where it ends. Endorphins increase your ability to process emotion. By listening to your thoughts with a clear mind you are more likely  to understand what your body requires. Taking the time to focus on your thoughts and reflect on your day will help you overcome any obstacles put in your way.

Lower Blood Pressure

Your health should be your number one priority. A healthy diet and daily exercise is a great place to start! If you are concerned about the activity being too strenuous, then it is important to talk to your TruBe trainer, they will create a program to ease you in gently, this will help build stamina and create positive and lasting results.

Motivation

A positive outlook generates positive results. The more you exercise the more motivated you will become and with your TruBe trainer there to cheer you on, you are bound to succeed!
Your motivation will carry across into all aspects of life; you will feel less tired and become more efficient with your time.

Stay true to you

Exercise is a powerful tool. No two people are the same; finding out what works for you will enable you to enjoy the journey and make it personal.
Exercise will uncover many lasting relationships, strengthen your mind and will make you the best version of yourself, someone to be truly proud of.

Visit our website to find out more, or Download the TruBe App for Free to get started!