Progressive Fitness

ITS OUR BIRTHDAY TODAY!!
3 years ago, today we opened our doors at the Unit for the first time. It’s been a journey to say the least. Our aim was to create a welcoming environment for people to train and feel part of genuine like-minded community. I believe we are achieving this as we have so many amazing and happy members. Every day we learn, and I hope we are getting better at providing the service you all deserve and fulfilling our dream. We couldn’t do this without you... all so would like to thank each and everyone of you that has supported and continues to be a part of our family. We hope you will all be around to continue your journey with us and celebrate many more years!
Happy Birthday 😊
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These pancakes were AMAZING! . 2 eggs 1 banana Vanilla extract... Cinnamon powder Add any berries/fruit you like . I’ve not quite got these right before but now have a proper pancake pan which I swear makes the difference to how they turn out. Perfection! . SIMPLE ✅ HEALTHY ✅ TASTY✅ . 🔻Whisk eggs 🔻Mash in banana 🔻Splash vanilla 🔻Pour in pan and cook each side for couple mins. 🔻Add berries . Tip: cook one side, slide onto a plate so the uncooked side is still facing up. Put pan on top and spin over so that the uncooked side is now placed perfectly in the pan. = perfectly cooked pancake 💥 . Have a great start to your weekend!
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The FIT FORCE motto is to "Inspire young minds and build healthy bodies" With this brand new class for 8 -11 year olds we hope to do just that. Our mission is to inspire children at a young age to develop a love of exercise and to lead a healthy life style that will stay with them throughout their lives.
WHAT IS THIS FIT FORCE CLASS? It’s for BOYS AND GIRLS aged 8-11 years. They will develop balance, coordination skills, team work, confidence and new ways to exercise in a FUN... and atmosphere.
This class is great for children who may not be into a specific sport but still want to run around and have fun with other children. Similarly, children who already play sports would benefit from adding this as extra fitness to complement their sports.
Places on this class are LIMITED to 16 children so if you want a space for your child click this link.....
https://progressivefitness.lpages.co/fit- force
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Have you fallen out of love?

We have had lots of questions about the next LADIES transformation challenge so we thought we would send our FAQ'S to help you before hand
**We have just a few places left and will close the apps at the end of the week or when the last place goes (whichever comes first)**
We have had enormous success with all of our last similar programmes that we ran, with 90% of the ladies staying on to train with us afterwards...Which itself speaks volumes.
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Have you thought about your food for the next few days or leaving it to last minute choices?
I’m not a “prep like a boss” and constantly eat out of plastic containers person. But you do need to have at least thought about what you’re going to eat. If you haven’t, how will your fridge and cupboards have the right foods in them?
If I know I’m particularly busy, or I’m going to be confined to not getting out to buy decent food then I will prepare a few meals. I can make bad s...nap decisions just like anyone so I’m taking that away with literally 30 mins of time tonight.
Here is a really simple “meal in a bag” and you can use whatever you like flavour wise.
Piece of foil for cooking
Chicken breasts (marinated) Tomatoes Pepper Broccoli stems
Wrap them in a loose foil package and cook for 25-30 mins depending on size of breast. Whack in fridge ASAP and that will keep them nice and succulent.
Play around with flavours and veg and see what you can come up with.
Simple ✅ Healthy ✅ Tasty ✅ Even you can do it ✅
Enjoy
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Need a short but effective workout? . In the week I had a very small window to train of just 30 mins due to lots of work, appts and child care. So rather than skip it I put a very simple but effective session together. . If you have access to a KB and a Pull Up Bar you could try this one out..... . Mobility warm up 10 x KB Swings 10 x press ups 5 x chin ups Complete as many rounds as you can in 20 mins (AMRAP) . **If you’re not sure how to swing correctly then get some tuition or substitute for goblet squats. Work to your level on any exercise and use regressions where needed** . Great all over workout which I definitely knew about at 9 rounds! . #progressivefitness #noexcuses #theunit #readinguk #personaltrainer #workout #wod #training #fitness
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A very orderly Boot Camp session in the park last night. . I love training in the gym but sometimes you can’t beat the fresh air and training in a park. . A Change of environment, change of stimulus and adding variety is great for any regime.... @ Progressive Fitness
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FIt Force is coming soon! below are details of the first class being launched in the next few weeks. We will have sign up details for you next week... In the mean time if you need anymore information on the class please feel free to get in touch or ask on here.
**Keep your eyes out though for sign ups details as it limited spaces**

CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR NEW MEMBER OF THE MONTH!
Hard work, motivation and dedication. All our members show these qualities but sometimes one person stands out. Another name to add to the draw at the end of the year to win a £100 gift card!!!
Isn’t it about time you’ve seen what we are all about? Join us for 21 Days for £21!!! Hit the message button above and get in touch!
... Do something different today...
via ripl.com
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Ever used an Air Bike? . Seems they were very popular today at The Unit (with our trainers anyway haha) . #assaultbike are a great conditioning tool. We use these in HIIT classes for short sharp bursts of work which challenge your whole body. Plus often as “finishers” for our PT clients. The fact you work your upper and lower body simultaneously the airbike is a real challenge that clients have a love/hate relationship with! Maybe just hate/hate but that’s fine with us.... . Let us know your thoughts if you use them or if you have a favourite workout please share it 👊🏼 @ Progressive Fitness
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Here are our latest "transformers". These guys completed our 6 week transformation challenge this week and there were some seriously impressive results. We gave a bold goal to all of them to lose 10% body fat, some got very close and some smashed that! The biggest loss was 18% drop in fat with a 2kg increase in lean muscle mass, which are fantastic results in just 6 weeks!
If you want to be one of the first to our next group then get in touch ASAP before we put the ad out **we always fill the places**
Next one starts on 24th September

“Let’s do the Bring Sally Up Press Up Challenge with class tonight”
“oooh ever tried it with Chin-Ups he said?”
So here’s our first attempt. Safe to say these 3 trainers didn’t complete the song!! More work needed for this one I think.
... It’s fun to play around with little challenges especially when you have no idea about them.
Fancy giving this a go? You can use any exercise where you have to move up and and down ie press ups, squats, chin ups or anything else you can think of... just make it a challenge and have fun!
If you think you can complete the chin up version then please feel free to come down to The Unit and earn yourself a FREE Month membership! THATS how tough it is haha!
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Here is a client, Kieran, putting the KO8 to use in press ups. The KO8 is a body weight suspension strap that can also double up with resistance/assistant bands as you adjust them. In this case we are using assistance in the press up. . We’ve been working on building up to full press ups and this is a great way to add volume in the full range....Especially when you add press up bars to really emphasise the depth. . Lots of people struggle with exercises like press ups and p...rogress can be slow and demoralising. If you continually do the same exercise without progressing then look for simple “tricks” like this to help you. Your progress will accelerate, you won’t get bored and when you can see the differences and stages of progress it will keep you training and striving for even better. . #ko8 #pressups #bodybuilding #calesthenics #progressivefitness #theunit #reading #altreading #personaltrainer #gym #training #progression #suspensiontraining
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IT’S THAT TIME AGAIN!!!
Every 8 weeks we hold a Fitness Test as a way for our members to track their progress and for some, to see if they are getting closer to the personal goals we help set.
Various exercises are performed over an amount of time or to failure, which are then compared to previous tests. We also use this to set a baseline if this is someone’s first test.
... This a great way of measuring fitness levels and we HIGHLY recommend that our members take part. It’s also good for our community spirit when encouraging each other.
For those who don’t like the word “test” you can think of it as another class, but we monitor you even more closely ha!
As always we hope to see as many of our members to next weekends test day and see how well we are all progressing.
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Congratulations to our July 2018 Member of the Month winners!
These 2 are full of encouragement and support for others and come in during their own time to get in extra sessions often training together.
More worthy winners of this exclusive title! They will both be entered into a draw at the end of the year for a chance to win a £100 gift card 🙌🏽
... Would you like to be in with a chance? You have to be in it to win it so come down and check us out!!!
You can take advantage of this special offer where you can train with us for 21 Days for £21! Just click the link below to sign up. Easy peasy!
https://app.glofox.com/portal/…
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What do you make as a priority for your training? . Everyone who steps through our door has a wealth of advice and a huge variety of training on hand from excellent coaches. . If I was to choose just one session to attend as a priority for our clients, it would be Yoga. That may seem surprising, but given our clients average age is 35 then it is even more relevant.... . Flexibility and mobility will help in ALL areas of your fitness goals. As we get older then longevity of training and staying injury free is a huge importance. Yoga, along with its many other benefits will definitely help with this. . We have 2 fantastic yoga teachers that are willing to help YOU!
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Here's your chance to see EXACTLY what we are all about!!!

FRIDAY GUN SHOW! Want to see what’s making this bunch smile at 6am? Join the UNIT and see if you can smile and not just because it’s FRIDAY! . We are an inclusive fitness community who share a passion for all things fitness. We help each other to achieve goals that wouldn’t have even been in most peoples thoughts before joining us. . 21 days for £21 is BACK for summer so get in touch to find out more.... . 📞 07185 805 232 📩 James@ progressivefitness.co.uk 💻 Message on here . Have a great weekend
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Without a doubt the best place to train that I have signed up to.

All trainers brilliant as are all attendees

The inches are disappearing!

What a difference good nutrition and just a few hours of hard work each week can make. I was relatively active before starting the 6-week Transformation at the Unit, attending two aerobic classes a week. However, I wasn’t losing weight, I had no focus, my energy levels were low and my baby-belly was taking on a life of its own!



I knew I had to do something different, so I signed-up for the 6-week Transformation at the Unit. I was a little intimidated at first, however James and his amazing team of trainers made me feel very welcome. They pushed me to my limits, but also realised that everyone’s limit is different, so often they’d personalised their advice and encouragement. The sessions were never dull, never the same and they flew by.



Week one was tough! Change of diet and the dreaded DOMS. But to my surprise I wasn’t hungry. I was actually eating more than I had done previously – just without the rubbish.



By week three I was already starting to feel the change in my strength. I started to look forward to the DOMS knowing that my muscles were building. This was a weird concept for me as I’d never class myself as the ‘sporty’ type.



The 6 weeks have flown by and I feel like I’m just at the start of my journey. The team at the unit are so supportive and knowledgeable, I now believe I can do anything I set my mind to... oh and goodbye baby-belly!

This is the best gym I have ever attended, a break from the norm. All the trainers work with you to help you achieve your goals. The other clients are all really supportive and you become part of one big family to share the good times and bad. I couldn’t see myself being as committed to my fitness anywhere else. Well done James and the team!

This is it just a normal gym, the level of personal attention and support from all the trainers and other members is great. You can't hide in the back here!

Building Motivation and pushing you to a limit you never knew you had is standard practise in each class. Good variety of exercises.

The 6 week transformation programme has changed my lifestyle for the better.

The 6 week programme has totally changed my mindset and I couldn't recommend it more! The PTs are all fantastic and the unit feels like a community rather than a generic gym �

Started my regime this morning, great facilities, good trainer. Was exactly what I wanted and I look forward to my future classes that have been designed to meet my needs! Thanks James!!!

Signed up for 21days to give it a try, have done two classes in two days, proper hard but loved it

Really enjoying the challenge of a variety of classes and the way they can stretch me in different ways - cardio, strength and flexibility! Loving the early sessions and the great feeling to starting the day! Great support to get techniques right and constant encouragement too. James always gets that extra bit from me that I would not find motivation for in a general gym just plodding on my own. He is genuinely passionate about each individual meeting their personal targets with lots of advice not only about exercise but also about good healthy eating, keeping regular measurements recorded to show progress made. I am far stronger and fitter now than I have been in years and at 55 that's an amazing feeling - nothing beats it! And I WILL do that box jump - soon!

Love this place. I’ve always enjoyed training, but after a summer off I’d lost all motivation.

I signed up for the 6 weeks transformation program, and boom!

The classes are varied, the Coaches are experienced, and the members all enthusiastic.

I’m excited to train again. And with the added bonus, I’m made up with the results that I am achieving.

Highly recommended. Can’t wait for my next class.

Just finished the 6 week boot camp ,fantastic support from all the trainers and fellow gym users.Lost a whopping 8kg,if you looking to get yourself motivated and in shape this is the place.

James is a top bloke kills me every time but I still go back for more. Would recommend to everyone...

If you have goals that you struggle to achieve in a regular gym or at home then sign up to the 6 week transformation program! Guaranteed to set you on the right path if you're willing to commit to it! The nutritional advice is spot on, very achievable and becomes second nature after a while!

I have just finished the 6 week men's transformation course. A bit sceptical at first but sound nutritional advice coupled with brilliant sessions led to results way beyond my expectation. Really good set of trainers who care and take the time to educate you and actually make the sessions enjoyable. I've had one week off as I didn't plant to sign up but I've missed it too much so going to go for it! Highly recommended ��

I have honestly never been made to feel so welcome and enjoyed exercise so much! Trainers are all so supportive as are the members. In 3 months my fitness has improved immensely and ive lost inches!

Amazing! It has changed my life more than I could imagine and I haven't even got time to dedicate as many hours as I would love to it. The point is, every minute I am able to make it to the unit, is well spent! Classes are small, instructors are amazing and they spend a lot of time making sure my positioning and technique is right. I love my personal training sessions as tough as they are! It's amazing how one can feel so exhausted and exhilarated at the same time! Thank you so much @progressive fitness! The girl that would only take the lift is now running up escalators! And this is only the start of my journey!

Absolutely LOVE this place. Amazing facility with great trainers and a variety of classes which are challenging for all levels. Not forgetting the fabulous bunch of people to train with!

Absolute game changer! If you want to get lean and fit then this is the place to go. Best facilities and trainers around by far.

A great gym, lots of different classes, experienced trainers with a wide range of expertise and most importantly the amazing progressive fitness community!

A gem of a place! have tried all the classes and they are brilliant already feel the benefit with James he really makes you work hard and motivates you.

Without a doubt the best place to train that I have signed up to.

All trainers brilliant as are all attendees

The inches are disappearing!

What a difference good nutrition and just a few hours of hard work each week can make. I was relatively active before starting the 6-week Transformation at the Unit, attending two aerobic classes a week. However, I wasn’t losing weight, I had no focus, my energy levels were low and my baby-belly was taking on a life of its own!



I knew I had to do something different, so I signed-up for the 6-week Transformation at the Unit. I was a little intimidated at first, however James and his amazing team of trainers made me feel very welcome. They pushed me to my limits, but also realised that everyone’s limit is different, so often they’d personalised their advice and encouragement. The sessions were never dull, never the same and they flew by.



Week one was tough! Change of diet and the dreaded DOMS. But to my surprise I wasn’t hungry. I was actually eating more than I had done previously – just without the rubbish.



By week three I was already starting to feel the change in my strength. I started to look forward to the DOMS knowing that my muscles were building. This was a weird concept for me as I’d never class myself as the ‘sporty’ type.



The 6 weeks have flown by and I feel like I’m just at the start of my journey. The team at the unit are so supportive and knowledgeable, I now believe I can do anything I set my mind to... oh and goodbye baby-belly!

This is the best gym I have ever attended, a break from the norm. All the trainers work with you to help you achieve your goals. The other clients are all really supportive and you become part of one big family to share the good times and bad. I couldn’t see myself being as committed to my fitness anywhere else. Well done James and the team!

This is it just a normal gym, the level of personal attention and support from all the trainers and other members is great. You can't hide in the back here!

Building Motivation and pushing you to a limit you never knew you had is standard practise in each class. Good variety of exercises.

The 6 week transformation programme has changed my lifestyle for the better.

The 6 week programme has totally changed my mindset and I couldn't recommend it more! The PTs are all fantastic and the unit feels like a community rather than a generic gym �

Started my regime this morning, great facilities, good trainer. Was exactly what I wanted and I look forward to my future classes that have been designed to meet my needs! Thanks James!!!

Signed up for 21days to give it a try, have done two classes in two days, proper hard but loved it

Really enjoying the challenge of a variety of classes and the way they can stretch me in different ways - cardio, strength and flexibility! Loving the early sessions and the great feeling to starting the day! Great support to get techniques right and constant encouragement too. James always gets that extra bit from me that I would not find motivation for in a general gym just plodding on my own. He is genuinely passionate about each individual meeting their personal targets with lots of advice not only about exercise but also about good healthy eating, keeping regular measurements recorded to show progress made. I am far stronger and fitter now than I have been in years and at 55 that's an amazing feeling - nothing beats it! And I WILL do that box jump - soon!

Love this place. I’ve always enjoyed training, but after a summer off I’d lost all motivation.

I signed up for the 6 weeks transformation program, and boom!

The classes are varied, the Coaches are experienced, and the members all enthusiastic.

I’m excited to train again. And with the added bonus, I’m made up with the results that I am achieving.

Highly recommended. Can’t wait for my next class.

Just finished the 6 week boot camp ,fantastic support from all the trainers and fellow gym users.Lost a whopping 8kg,if you looking to get yourself motivated and in shape this is the place.

James is a top bloke kills me every time but I still go back for more. Would recommend to everyone...

If you have goals that you struggle to achieve in a regular gym or at home then sign up to the 6 week transformation program! Guaranteed to set you on the right path if you're willing to commit to it! The nutritional advice is spot on, very achievable and becomes second nature after a while!

I have just finished the 6 week men's transformation course. A bit sceptical at first but sound nutritional advice coupled with brilliant sessions led to results way beyond my expectation. Really good set of trainers who care and take the time to educate you and actually make the sessions enjoyable. I've had one week off as I didn't plant to sign up but I've missed it too much so going to go for it! Highly recommended ��

I have honestly never been made to feel so welcome and enjoyed exercise so much! Trainers are all so supportive as are the members. In 3 months my fitness has improved immensely and ive lost inches!

Amazing! It has changed my life more than I could imagine and I haven't even got time to dedicate as many hours as I would love to it. The point is, every minute I am able to make it to the unit, is well spent! Classes are small, instructors are amazing and they spend a lot of time making sure my positioning and technique is right. I love my personal training sessions as tough as they are! It's amazing how one can feel so exhausted and exhilarated at the same time! Thank you so much @progressive fitness! The girl that would only take the lift is now running up escalators! And this is only the start of my journey!

Absolutely LOVE this place. Amazing facility with great trainers and a variety of classes which are challenging for all levels. Not forgetting the fabulous bunch of people to train with!

Absolute game changer! If you want to get lean and fit then this is the place to go. Best facilities and trainers around by far.

A great gym, lots of different classes, experienced trainers with a wide range of expertise and most importantly the amazing progressive fitness community!

A gem of a place! have tried all the classes and they are brilliant already feel the benefit with James he really makes you work hard and motivates you.