Another feature article in the Scotsman newspaper, first published 23 November 2024

Staying active over the winter months is important not only for your physical health, but also for your mental wellbeing. Read on for practical hints and tip to keep you moving…

Subtitled “How Moving Your Body Can Stop You Losing Your Mind” for a reason, this fascinating book by Swedish psychiatrist Dr Anders Hans clearly illustrates the mind / body connection, backed up with scientific studies...

What makes Griffen Fitness different? As we approach our 20th year in business, here’s some of the numerous benefits of getting fit with us…

We all know how important sleep is. It’s when we recharge, thought processes consolidate and our bodies recover from exercise.

So why are so many of us struggling to get enough?

For my annual motivational New year’s article for the Scotsman newspaper, I collaborated with Lynn from Lynbreck Croft. Read it to be inspired!

What kind of year are you planning?
No matter what you have in mind, life is guaranteed to throw you a few curveballs. Having a Personal Trainer on your side can help you reach your goals despite all the distractions and drama that is everyday life.

It’s nearly Christmas, and it seems the festive season gets longer and longer each year.

Here’s some easy healthy hacks for dark days and long nights.

We live in worrying times, and it’s not unusual to feel anxious.

Here’s some realistic tips to dial down your worry, naturally…

Learn how to use your anxiety for good. My blog post about this most excellent book from neuroscientist Dr Wendy Suzuki. Worry well!

It’s the week before the Edinburgh Marathon Festival, and here’s my top tips for race day. Enjoy!

Our modern lifestyle may be convenient, but it’s not necessarily healthy. Here’s a recent Scotsman newspaper article I co-authored with Behavioural Scientist Bernard Ross.

Griffen Fitness turning 18 this month, and we also have the long-awaited trams running up and down Leith Walk. Here’s a blog post of what we’ve been up to since 2005.

ParkRun is a free weekly timed 5km run that takes place all around the world. They tend to be friendly, well-organised and attended events, on Saturday mornings.

Here are some ideas of how to improve your ParkRun Personal Best (PRPB):

Having a desk-based job needn’t be a barrier to being fit. Here are seven handy hints to make your working day more healthy, and hopefully also more enjoyable!

If you need motivation to get moving into 2023, read on. Fitness is for every body, not just other people.

Article published in The Scotsman newspaper, Saturday 7 January:

Top tips to win at Dry January.

It needn’t be a drag, so here’s Tracy’s advice on the easy way to not drink booze.

Happy New Year!

If you’re looking for a realistic plan to start 2023, look no further. Here’s a simple 10 step plan for you to get prepared for the year ahead, whatever it may bring…

Give the gift of fitness this year. Gift vouchers and fitness books available from our shop.

Read on for all the info….

I get it.

You’d like to try Personal Training, but £50 a session may not be within your budget.

So this is why I wrote and published my book ‘Get Fit and Enjoy It’…

You asked.

We answered.

Here’s the most frequently asked questions about our style of Personal Training.