Stop Waiting for January – Start Winning in December It always happens around this time of year: “I’ll sort it in January. I’ll get serious in January. I’ll be motivated in January.” But January motivation? It’s like cheap wrapping paper. It looks great, tears instantly. We’ve all done it: new year energy hits, you train…
The gym can be an incredibly fulfilling and supportive space but if you are just dipping your toes into fitness, it can be a space that feels like a whole other world. Across all our members, it’s not uncommon for the fear of the gym to be a major stumbling block in their pursuit of…
Urgency is everywhere; emails must be answered now, results must be instant, and fitness promises are sold in “30-day transformations.” But when it comes to your health and body, urgency can be the very thing that derails your progress. At our personal training studio, we believe fitness isn’t a hobby or a seasonal sprint—it’s a…
The problem with being a personal trainer? Everyone feels the need to justify their food choices the moment they see me—especially at the pub. The other night, I bumped into an old friend I hadn’t seen in years. Before I could even say, “Hey, how’s life?” he was already in full confession mode. “Ricky, listen……
I don’t train at my own gym….weird I know Yeah, I know. I literally own RB5, yet when it’s time for my workout, I go somewhere else. Sounds ridiculous, right? But here’s why… RB5 is my workplace. It’s where I coach, chat with members, and make sure everything runs smoothly. And as much as I…
Failure is an inevitable part of any journey, and fitness is no exception. Many people start their fitness journey with enthusiasm, only to face setbacks, plateaus, or even complete abandonment of their goals. The fear of failure is a common reason people don’t even get started on their fitness journey. However, rather than seeing these…
We have never been a big fan of ‘before and after’ photos here at rb5. They’ve become the done thing in modern fitness, especially in social media, and it’s often difficult to avoid them. Whether in advertisements, social media posts, or personal testimonials, these images are often presented as powerful evidence of success, transformation, and…
Carbs or no carbs? At rb5 we get clients, old and new, coming to us and asking questions about their diets and what foods they should be eating. One of the biggest misunderstandings in altering client’s diets for them is:- How many carbohydrates should I be eating and when? Well, many factors affect the amount…
Do you really want it? I want this blog to be actioned not just read, so I will be asking you a few questions that NEED to be answered before you move on to the next question. When we set out our goals for our health and fitness journey, we tend to get…