G.V. Fitness Centre

Our incredible member and dear friend Jane, is running the Great North Run in aid of the Alzheimer’s Society. Jane is undoubtedly a true inspiration to us all, and continues to be a superstar (and celebrity!) at GV Fitness - always giving it her all, and showing us all how it should be done! We are all so incredibly proud of you Jane and believe, and support you all the way! Please follow the link for Jane’s incredible journey, and please support where you can. https://ajbellgreatnorthrun2026.enthuse.com/pf/jane-buckels

🔥Another amber warning for extreme heat next week.

💪At G.V. Fitness, we will continue to support you all in your fitness goals, with your safety and well-being paramount to us.

🧡With that in mind, classes well may be adapted and/or changed.

🎽Here are a few tips from in-house Personal Trainer Caz Higson that will help during your workouts.

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* As a guide: aim to drink 500ml of fluid (water, squash, electrolytes) an hour before exercise. Sip about 200ml every 10-20 mins of exercise.

* If you are exercising for more than an hour - adding electrolytes to water or having a sports drink is essential to replenish sodium, potassium, and magnesium.

* Working out during a heatwave is much harder than working out in cooler weather. If you aren’t quite hitting the levels you’re used to, don’t panic! It’s likely not due to your performance regressing or that you’re losing fitness. High temperatures increase stress on the body, making it harder for us to perform at our best.

* To make things easier, adjust the intensity or duration of your workout depending on how you’re feeling.

* Heat-related illnesses can be serious, so it's crucial we listen to our body and recognise the signals when exercising in high temperatures. Pay attention to symptoms like dizziness, nausea, rapid heartbeat, excessive fatigue, or cramping. If you experience any of these signs, stop, find shade, and re-hydrate.

* When exercising outdoors, protecting your skin from harmful UV radiation is crucial. Apply a broad-spectrum sunscreen with an SPF rating that’s suited to your skin type at least 15-30 minutes before you start exercising. Make sure all exposed areas are covered and that you reapply every two hours to avoid sunburn. If you sweat excessively or are taking part in a long, endurance session, you may need to reapply more frequently.

* Wearing the right clothes when temperatures soar really helps regulate your body temperature. Avoid heavier cotton garments which promote the build-up of sweat. Instead, choose lightweight active-wear.

* Allow your body ample time to rest and recover after exercising in a heatwave. High temperatures put extra stress on our cardiovascular system, so it's important not to overexert yourself.

Schedule regular rest days to promote recovery and prevent exhaustion!

🧡At Golden Valley Fitness Centre, we’ve designed a number of classes for people at all levels.

If you want to go far, we’ll get you there! 💪

✨CLASS HIGHLIGHT - HIIT
Our amazing class instructor Caz blends a unique fusion of fitness and fun what will have your heart pumping in no time! Among its many benefits, participating helps improve coordination, reaction time, and memory😌

👇HAVE A LOOK AT OUR CLASSES AVAILABLE TO MEMBERS https://www.gvfitnesscentre.com/classes. JOIN NOW!

GVRox session #2 of the evening! Another outstanding effort from our incredible members. Your dedication and determination are infectious! Same again next week!? 👏 🏃 💪🏻

Session 1 of the evening of our new GVrox class! A mix of endurance and strength training all in our wonderful gym. Absolutely great fun and an incredible effort from everyone 🏃‍♀️ 💪🏻 👏

Our first GVrox!! There’s been a lot of hype about this new class..so thank you to you all for supporting it! An outstanding effort to you all - especially as it’s so hot. Everyone was smiling at the end.. so a great success!

☀️GENTLE REMINDER THIS WEEK 🧡

🥤Stay hydrated when exercising at G.V. Fitness Centre! Make sure you bring a bottle of water with plenty of fluids during your workout; take regular breaks in between sets and ensure not to over-exert yourself on equipment.

🧊 FORGOT A DRINK? Stop by G.V. Café & Village Store for some cold beverages either before or after your workout...our fridge is full stocked with chilled items!

🍧NEED A REFRESHING POST-WORKOUT TREAT? G.V. Café is open until 3pm....relax with some ice-cream, iced coffee, or cheesecake!