The Pumping Station

🔥 AUGUST MYZONE MEPS LEADERBOARD 🔥

A huge congratulations to our top performers for August! 💪👏

Every MEPS point represents effort, consistency, and commitment to your health and fitness goals. Whether you topped the leaderboard or simply showed up and put the work in, you should be proud of your achievements this month.

National Fitness Day this year is on Wednesday 16th September; and as ever we intend on marking it in style!

Join us, alongside all 3d leisure sites, as we aim to cover the miles from 'North to South'.

We are aiming, as a group, to cover 775 miles throughout the day whilst plotting a virtual route from Inverness down to Brighton, stopping at 17 of our sister sites along the way!

Every mile counts; and you can help by completing some miles in club in any way you wish, then logging them at reception.

For more information please speak to a member of the team!

💊 FACTS ABOUT VITAMINS 💊

Vitamins are essential nutrients that help keep your body healthy, energised, and functioning at its best. From supporting your immune system and bone health to improving energy production and recovery, each vitamin plays an important role in your overall wellbeing.

🍊 Vitamin C supports immunity and skin health
☀️ Vitamin D helps maintain strong bones and muscles
🥕 Vitamin A supports healthy vision and immunity
🥜 Vitamin E helps protect cells from damage
🩸 Vitamin K supports blood clotting and bone health
⚡ B Vitamins help convert food into energy and support brain function

🥗 The best way to get the vitamins your body needs is through a balanced diet rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, lean proteins, and healthy fats.

✅ Small daily habits can make a big difference to your long-term health.

https://www.thepumpingstationuu.co.uk/facts-about-vitamins/

💪 Muscle of the Month: Chest

The chest is a key muscle group in the upper body and forms part of the body's main "pushing" muscles. It is responsible for movements such as pushing, pressing, and bringing the arms across the body. The chest is made up of three muscles:

✅ Pectoralis Major – The largest chest muscle, responsible for powerful pushing movements such as bench presses, push-ups, and chest presses.

✅ Pectoralis Minor – Located beneath the pectoralis major, this smaller muscle helps stabilise and control movement of the shoulder blade.

✅ Serratus Anterior – Often called the "boxer's muscle," it runs along the sides of the rib cage and helps move and stabilise the shoulder blades during pressing and reaching movements.

Benefits of Strong Chest Muscles

• Improves upper body strength and power
• Enhances posture and shoulder stability
• Supports everyday pushing and lifting tasks
• Improves performance in sports and gym-based exercises
• Helps reduce the risk of shoulder injuries

Great Chest Exercises

🏋️ Bench Press
💪 Push-Ups
🏋️ Incline Dumbbell Press
💪 Chest Flyes
🏋️ Cable Crossovers

Train your chest regularly as part of a balanced strength programme to build strength, improve posture, and support overall upper-body function. 🔥

https://www.thepumpingstationuu.co.uk/chest/

💙 September Starts Here. 💙

As the seasons change, there's no better time to invest in yourself.

Join a welcoming community dedicated to helping you feel stronger, healthier and more confident. From beginner workouts to advanced training, we've got something for everyone.

📍 The Pumping Station
🕒 Open 24/7
🏋️ Classes Available

🏋️‍♂️ Working Out This Bank Holiday Monday?
The Pumping Station is open 24/7 for members — so if you're training over the long weekend, make sure to:

📞 Contact the Facilities Team
Use the phone in the gym corridor to let them know when you enter and leave the gym.

✅ Keep your membership and pass up to date
🧼 Wipe down equipment before and after use
🔄 Return all kit to its place

🏖️ Bank Holiday Weekend at The Pumping Station Gym 🏋️‍♂️

Good news! The Pumping Station Gym remains open 24/7 throughout the Bank Holiday Weekend for all active members, so you can keep your training on track whenever it suits you.

✅ Before You Train
📞 Check in with the Facilities Team using the telephone in the gym corridor upon arrival
🔑 Make sure your membership is active and you have a valid pass for entry

✅ After Your Workout

📞 Sign out by calling 78505 when you leave
🧼 Wipe down equipment before and after use
🏋️ Return all equipment to its correct place

Whether you're fitting in a quick session or pushing for a personal best, we're here to help you stay active all weekend long.

Have a great Bank Holiday and train safely! 💪

🧡 FRIDAY FITNESS – FINISH THE WEEK STRONG! 🧡

The weekend is nearly here, but there's still time to invest in yourself and finish the week on a high!

🧘 7:00am – Stretch & Flow
🏋️ 12:00pm – Pump
🔥 12:30pm – Circuits
💪 4:30pm – Bootcamp

Whether you're looking to improve flexibility, build strength, boost your fitness, or challenge yourself, we've got the perfect class waiting for you.

✨ End the week stronger than you started it.