Fitness & Nutrition articles
Blog posts, articles and recipes from PT and author Tracy Griffen. She is a prolific writer - a regular columnist for the Scotsman newspaper, Bite magazine, Leither magazine and Trinity and Stockbridge Spotlight magazines. Tracy has written for Women’s Running, Fitnorama, PT Today and Ultra-Fit magazines, and is the author of two books: Healthy Living Yearbook and Get Fit & Enjoy It: Learn Effective Exercise from Home.
She has appeared on the BBC Scotland Radio Kaye Adams show, and even taught host Kaye how to do a press-up, live on radio!
‘Burn’ Metabolism book review
The latest research into the human metabolism is a fascinating book. What does it mean for you? Read on…
Scotsman newspaper article: Your Magnificent Machine
Here’s my latest Scotsman newspaper article, all about your magnificent machine, your body. With realistic hints and tips on how to lose that lockdown belly.
Fitness with Found Objects
My latest Leither magazine article is all about getting seriously creative with fitness solutions over lockdown. What ‘found objects’ can you use as fitness equipment? Find out more!
Get Up, Stand Up
How standing up more can help your health… Some ideas for standing up to work, rather than sitting down.
10 Ways To Avoid Running Injuries
Many of us love to run, but are beset by running niggles and injuries. It’s good to have variety in any fitness programme and here are some top tips to keep you running injury-free.
Get Fit & Enjoy It book now available
A bit about ‘Get Fit & Enjoy It’ book published November 2020, that teaches you how to get fit from home with minimal equipment… and maximal results.
All About Your Abdominals
Learn all about the different muscles in your abdominals (tummy) and how to use them.
Urban Fitness… It’s A (Concrete) Jungle Out There
Stuck in the city? Don’t despair, as here are some realistic ideas you can incorporate into your everyday working life to feel healthier and happier.
Buy the book(s)
A published author, Tracy Griffen’s books are available from selected independent Edinburgh bookshops, or buy online from our shop.