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JDs: Women's Fitness
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25.01.2022 Men and Women... When a woman steps onto the gym floor surrounded my men, 9 times out of 10, they will feel intimated about lifting weights and also feeling out of place.. When I started in the industry this was a common concern I would hear from most women or clients I talked too! ... Part of starting JDs was to help these women who felt scared and provide them with an environment which allowed them to train effectively without the pressure of exercise stigma between the sexes. It’s common to see men in front of the mirrors where the DBs and machine weights are AND women walking on the treadmills or doing core exercises somewhere in the corner from their favourite online trainer. How did it end up like this? Why do men get to train differently to the ladies? Why do women need to walk on treadmills and do body weight exercises? Who even came up with these rules... Listen up ladies, if you train in a commercial gym - you walk onto that gym floor and LIFT WEIGHTS. When it comes to training men or women, I see no difference. Both want to achieve results and the best way of doing that is THROUGH LIFTING WEIGHTS for reps and sets. Whoever made it that women need to stick to body weight is a load of crap! Women deserve the right to do anything men want to do in the gym! Physically, while the actual KGS lifted will obviously be different - exercise selection and prescription can be exactly the same. Now the only really difference I see between men and women isn’t PHYSICAL but EMOTIONAL. Women are EMOTIONAL (who would of thought). Through my experience, I’ve found women don’t care what I know about the gym, they care that I care about them. I am really proud to have solid relationships with all of my girls. I know them and they know me. They share their triumphs and sometimes their sorrows, especially when it could affect their exercise in our classes. Knowing them and how they are feeling is a big part of my job. Making small subtle changes to the classes or touching base after to ensure they are ok is just part of how I operate! Knowing I am another person they can lean on, can mean a lot to some people and I want them to know I offer that support if needed. Through my experiences with training women, it’s less about me being the trainer and them being the client - it’s more about me being a support and them being a friend. When I flip that to training men, it’s very much - I am the trainer, you are the client and just get it done. Overall, ladies; your exercise journey is a rollercoaster for a whole heap of different reasons. Because of this, I think it’s important you develop a certain level of trust and respect for your trainer. It makes the long term process a lot smoother. Any trainers reading this post, if you want to stay in the game for the long term, developing relationships is a really important part of the puzzle. Put time into your people and show them you care, before you show them what you know!
21.01.2022 VARIETY... When I came to the realisation that lifting weights was the way to go for women and achieving long term results, I became a bit OCD - doing nothing but lift weights! Very quickly women started to become bored by doing the same exercises and reps, which led to decreased motivation and also attendance.... After more study and experience I realised that changing up the rep ranges and WAY we did things, was enough to keep women motivated and accountable to attendance. So, if you’re a woman lifting weights and feel like you’ve hit a plateau or feeling bored of your current program, mix it up! Change the reps or way you do things, to first keep you excited but second ensure your body keeps getting better! An example would be Compound Sets! This is two exercises of the same muscle group, for instance Bench Press into Push Up!! One is done heavy and the other light! A super tough combo and while different, it’s just combining a few key pushing exercises together! Remember, it doesn’t need to be fancy to be effective. Master the basics and then once you’re competent - start adding in some variations like the one mentioned!
21.01.2022 Get to know... LUCI CHESTERTON How long you been training with JDs: ... Couple of Weeks! Favourite Weights exercise: Squats Favourite cardio Equipment/Exercise: Bike Bike Baby Worst weights exercise: Arnold Press, hurts my arms! Most hated cardio exercise: Treadmill, yawn Favourite training partner: Amy angel Hossen Favourite Food: Steak Favourite Drink: Margaritas Favourite Past time/Hobby: l like to eat, walk, read and pat dogs. Occupation: Event Manager Most annoying trait in Head Trainer Jamie: Telling me off for weekend wine time What has training with JDs taught you: That I’m stronger than I thought! Long Term Fitness Goals: Be lean and strong! Advice to women not currently exercising: Do it, you will be so much happier. What motivates you to exercise and keep fit: Knowing I can eat more snacks. Motivational quote that inspires you or want to share: Brown bread for first course, white for pudding. Brown's savoury, white's the treat. Course I'm the one who's laughing because I actually love brown toast.
15.01.2022 Bridging Mind and Body Jon Gabriel was stuck. At nearly 410 pounds, he had tried every diet imaginable with no luck. ...Continue reading
12.01.2022 The madness has to stop I’m here to warn you about 5 fat loss myths that most people fall for. This might come across as a soapbox rant, and for that I apologize, but trust me when I say that this is a message that needs to be spread....Continue reading
12.01.2022 And The Best Exercise Is... Guess what? There really is no ‘best exercise.’ ... Fads exercises will always come and go, but the best thing for your body is that you are consistently active. Workout regularly and remember that your body needs to be challenged in order to reach your desired goals. Don’t get hung up on fad exercisesbe a stickler for CONSISTENCY instead!
06.01.2022 Get to know... ELLEN WOOD How long you been training with JDs: 7 months... Favourite Weights exercise: Deadlifts Favourite cardio Equipment/Exercise: Love/hate relationship with the assault bike Worst weights exercise: Overhead dumbell press Most hated cardio exercise: Rower Favourite training partner: Anyone that pushes me to train harder, otherwise I stand there chatting Favourite Food: Currently banana protein pancakes Favourite Drink: VLS much to Jamie’s annoyance Favourite Past time/Hobby: Playing footy Occupation: Technical Expert Apple Most annoying trait in Head Trainer Jamie: Lecturing me on my weekend antics What has training with JDs taught you: Training at JD’s has brought the fun back to training. He’s taught me it’s okay to be myself in this environment. Thank you to everyone for always being so inclusive and supportive regardless of exercising ability. Long Term Fitness Goals: Get strong, toned and back to full fitness post knee surgery. Advice to women not currently exercising: Just find something you like and do it, the benefits of exercise are endless. Wha motivates you to exercise and keep fit? The feeling after a hard session/stress release/seeing how much your body can change and when you treat it well. Motivational quote that inspires you or want to share: Be the sunshine
04.01.2022 MY TRAINING OVER THE PAST 7 DAYS.... : 3/4 - 9/4 Little man was sick for a few days which meant I couldn’t get two of my normal sessions in at times after my morning classes - since I couldn’t keep him at care, it meant I was home with him! ... Still needed to get my sessions in and so went in before I started work - which meant a 4am wake up! Not ideal, but I wanted to workout and in my mind had to get done! I found reasons not excuses as to why I should exercise! And you know what, I actually enjoyed it! Was such a nice feeling to start my sag having accomplished something when everyone else was still asleep! SESSION 1 1 Round 5 Shoulder Press 10 Deadlift 15 Box Jump - 1min Rest 2 Rounds - 1:30min Rest 3 Rounds - 2min Rest 4 Rounds SESSION 2 3 Squat and Press 3 Chest To Bar 6 6 - 1min Rest 6/6 & 9/9 1:30min Rest 9/9, 12/12 2min Rest 12/12, 15/15 SESSION 3 10 Pull Up 30 Band Tricep Extension 20 KB Walking Lunges 30 DB Bicep Curls 10 Dips 4 Rounds SESSION 4 1min Max Power Cleans 50cal Spin 1min Max Snatch 50cal Spin 3 Rounds SESSION 5 4km Ski Every 750m 25 Wall Ball 15 Toes To Bar
04.01.2022 TESTIMONIAL Been awesome to have Chelsea join us this year!! She came not having don’t any weights in the gym and also hated cardio! She know excels at both ... Super proud of how far she has come and a great addition to our growing group!! Here’s what she has to say about JDs! Before JD’s i never really went to the gym or fancied working out in general. I’ve been a dancer since the age of 3 and have been in competitive calisthenics since the age of 10.. so i've never really had time for anything else. Once COVID hit, calisthenics stopped, and my motivation to work out was at an all time low. My boyfriend Nick recommended I check out JDs women’s group, as he had known Jamie for a long time and thought I could benefit from his program. I love the gym and the program. In the beginning I was scared to lift weights thinking I would get bulky, but now I love it and lifting heavier makes me feel fit and strong. All the girls at JDs have been so welcoming! There is always so much positivity brought to every training session. I find it pushes me to get stronger and fitter, which is what I love. I think Jamie is one of the most genuine trainers out there, not only is he a really kind and passionate person, his dedication and drive is what constantly motivates me to stay consistent to make progress within myself.
01.01.2022 MY TRAINING OVER THE PAST 7 DAYS.... I’ve had a niggling shoulder issue for 2 weeks now and unfortunately after my session last Friday I re tweaked it! I had a treatment, some rest and have been smashing the rehab exercises which have again become part of my daily routine before I start work! ... It meant a shorter training week for me, which is fine! Injuries are apart of the journey of exercise and I have to remind myself I’m only exercising to be the fittest and healthiest version of myself! I don’t need to push through the pain because it’s not worth the long term repercussions! Few days off at the start of the week did me a world of good and the shoulder is again feeling good! : 10/4 - 16/4 SESSION 1 100 Pull Up 100 Front Squat 100 Push Up SESSION 2 1min MAX Power Clean 55cal Row 1min MAX Deadlift 55cal Row 3 Rounds
