Introducing our ‘Inside U.P.’ series

What makes the world’s leading personal training business tick? How has Ultimate Performance become the only truly global personal training business on the planet? What is it about the unique culture, systems and methodologies at U.P. that help mould the world’s best trainers and consistently help thousands of clients every year achieve exceptional results? We are going…

14 September 20210Comments

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Lifestyle

Rheumatoid Arthritis and Strength Training

People living with rheumatoid arthritis often find it difficult to incorporate exercise into their lives, especially when it comes to strength training. The very thought of lifting something heavy is often off putting due to a fear of pain and injury. There are many barriers to strength training for rheumatoid arthritis, such as fatigue, pain,…

13 September 20210Comments

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Men's Health

What are the biggest fitness myths men should know?

Key takeaways The information age provides us with a double-edged sword – unlimited access to unfiltered information 24/7. Fitness myths perpetuate societal norms of what men are ‘expected’ to be and want. Fitness myths take advantage of these societal expectations to tap into the emotions of men and draw them in. While some fitness myths…

6 September 20210Comments

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Women's Health

What are the biggest fitness myths women should know?

Key takeaways The information age provides us with a double-edged sword – unlimited access to unfiltered information 24/7. Fitness myths perpetuate societal norms of what women are ‘expected’ to be and want. Fitness myths take advantage of these societal expectations to tap into women’s emotions and draw them in. While some fitness myths start harmlessly,…

6 September 20210Comments

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Recipes

Vegan French Toast Recipe

f you are looking for something that feels sweet and indulgent, but that still fits into your macro profile, look no further than our Vegan French Toast recipe. It is ideal for people with a sweet tooth on plant-based diets, but includes plenty of proteins as well as fruit and healthy fats. INGREDIENTS 15g U.P.…

6 September 20210Comments

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Diet

The Myth of ‘Fattening’ Foods

Unfortunately, there is no such thing as ‘fat loss food’. The good news is that there are not any truly ‘fattening’ foods either. However, some foods are more nutritionally dense and support our physiology and health better than others. Some foods keep us feeling fuller than others, but no food alone will make us fat…

6 September 20210Comments

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Lifestyle

What are the biggest threats to our health and how do we fix them?

Key Takeaways Non-communicable diseases (NCD) like heart disease, cancer, hypertension and diabetes cause 70% of all deaths worldwide each year. One of the greatest challenges in dealing with non-communicable diseases is that they are often present without any specific or obvious symptoms. Health and wellbeing are highly multi-factored concepts that cover all aspects of our…

31 August 20210Comments

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Women's Health

If I Train Like A Man, Will I Look Like A Man?

Contrary to popular belief, women do not get bulky from lifting heavy weights. From a physiological perspective: women simply don’t have the levels of testosterone required to build serious muscle and make them look masculine, through training alone. You only have to look at the thousands of female clients at Ultimate Performance who have used weight training…

27 August 20210Comments

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Recipes

Tofu Satay Buddha Bowl Recipe

Looking for a quick and easy mid-week meal? Look no further than our Tofu Satay Buddha Bowl recipe. Packed with healthy fats, greens and protein, this deliciously filling dish is the ultimate all-rounder that will satisfy your tastebuds and support your body transformation goals. Calories + Macros: 360kcal 22g Protein | 24g Fat | 14g…

25 August 20210Comments

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Mental Wellness

Diet, Exercise, Sleep – The Trifecta That Affects Your Mental Wellbeing

When it comes to mental health and wellbeing, three key lifestyle areas are crucial: sleep, exercise and diet. Research shows that a high-quality diet, paired with regular exercise and quality sleep all help boost psychological wellbeing and reduce the risks of anxiety and depression. Any deficiencies in any or all these behaviours can negatively impact…

25 August 20210Comments

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Ultimate Performance

Introducing our ‘Inside U.P.’ series

Rheumatoid Arthritis and Strength Training

What are the biggest fitness myths men should know?

What are the biggest fitness myths women should know?

Vegan French Toast Recipe

The Myth of ‘Fattening’ Foods

What are the biggest threats to our health and how do we fix them?

If I Train Like A Man, Will I Look Like A Man?

Tofu Satay Buddha Bowl Recipe

Diet, Exercise, Sleep – The Trifecta That Affects Your Mental Wellbeing

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