Self-sabotage – What is it, and how do we stop it from happening?

Self-sabotage is the habit of creating self-destructive patterns that keep you from achieving your goals. If you’ve ever said to yourself “Why do I keep doing this? Why do I keep messing up?”, then read on. It could manifest itself as a lack of motivation or procrastination by putting off a task for far too long.…

6 August 20210Comments

ByElliott Upton

Seasonal

12 Weeks To Summer

A large part of succeeding at anything in life depends on setting time-appropriate goals that are both short and long-term, specific to the desired outcome, and measurable at each step along the way. Here at U.P., we use the S.M.A.R.T acronym as a baseline to set goals for both ourselves and our clients. S –…

2 March 20210Comments

ByElliott Upton

Training Education

The Importance of Progress

Do you spend hour after hour and week after week in the gym? Wondering why you’re not really getting anywhere? The chances are that you’re not alone.

The Importance of “Me Time”

When we take time for ourselves, we end up happier, healthier and feeling better. So why do we feel so guilty taking “me time”?

29 June 20200Comments

ByElliott Upton

Strength Training

Training the Lower Traps

The what, where and why of training the lower trapezius muscles, and U.P. trainer Elliott Upton’s top tips for training them right.

22 June 20200Comments

ByElliott Upton

Training Education

5 Tips for Maximising Fitness Results

Five tips for maximising results in the gym from U.P.’s Elliott Upton. Simple changes you can put in place to make all of the difference to your success.

12 June 20200Comments

ByElliott Upton