DMC Fitness Blog

5 Things To Know Before Starting Your Fitness Journey

October 7, 2021 August 14, 2023

Year in year out, one thing that we can depend on is that people will flood commercial gyms with the best of intentions, only to

How To Overcome Muscle Soreness

September 25, 2021 August 14, 2023

One of the most off-putting things, when first starting out on your fitness journey is muscle soreness, or the dreaded DOMS (Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness).

Does Exercise Build a Better Brain?

September 8, 2021 August 14, 2023

It’s no secret that exercising regularly, and consistently has fantastic benefits for your physical health. It also keeps us looking good. What about your brain

That Time We Were On TV

September 6, 2021 August 14, 2023

You might have missed it, but on the August 26th edition of STV’s Scotland Tonight, we participated in a piece about obesity in Scotland. It

Tackle Depression In Children With Exercise

August 27, 2021 November 1, 2023

I imagine if you’re reading this you’re a proud parent like me. Being a dad to two boys is the most challenging and rewarding job

How Not To Get Heart Disease

July 2, 2021 August 14, 2023

I’ve been doing a bit of learning or Continued Professional Development on the topic of heart disease, and heart health. I was immediately grabbed by

What Ultra Processed Food Does To Your Body

June 9, 2021 August 14, 2023

I was doing a bit of Youtube research recently and came across this experiment by Dr Chris van Tulleken. In it he embarked on an

Why Mini Breaks Are Important

June 3, 2021 August 14, 2023

If you’re working behind a desk all day you’ll likely recognise the physical and mental fatigue that sets in at the end of a long

Men’s Health Week 2021

May 24, 2021 August 14, 2023

It’s international Men’s Health week (14-21 June). This week is all about creating awareness and promoting positive health in men. Nearly 50% of our clients

Exercise and COVID-19 Resistance

April 23, 2021 August 14, 2023

I’ve been doing a bit of research on COVID-19 and the role exercise plays in the battle. Personally, I believe that regular exercise can help

Childhood Trauma and Addiction

February 26, 2021 December 8, 2021

A topic that interests me as an adult is the effects that personal trauma has on individuals. Now I know this doesn’t make for very

My Favourite Podcast

February 1, 2021 August 14, 2023

When you listen to as many podcasts as I do, being able to say that you have a no 1 favourite podcast is quite a

Your Circle of Influence

January 29, 2021 August 14, 2023

Right now there’s a lot that’s outwith our control. Although this should be concerning to us, it’s not particularly helpful to waste energy worrying about

Can CBD boost your fitness regime?

January 20, 2021 November 15, 2022

CBD is growing in popularity across the UK, and is often being used as an aid to general welfare. According to Vitality CBD, there are

Stretching: An In Depth Look

January 5, 2021 August 14, 2023

Stretching is a component of physical fitness that is largely neglected by many. Although its importance can’t be overstated enough as it is one of

Goal Setting 2024

December 16, 2020 November 10, 2023

It’s a time of year when many set goals and go out, pursuing and achieving them. It’s also a time of year when New Year’s

The Trap Bar Deadlift

December 4, 2020 August 14, 2023

Have you ever walked into a gym recently and noticed a really big hexagon-shaped barbell and asked yourself “what do you do with that?” Well,

What is CBD?

November 30, 2020 July 5, 2022

I am excited to announce that we will be working with Vitality CBD as an affiliate. The company created a range called Vitality Sport and

Winter Lockdown Wellness

November 17, 2020 August 14, 2023

On Tuesday the Scottish Government announced that parts of Scotland will enter Tier 4 restrictions as of Friday the 20th at 6 pm. So as

DMC vs Budget Gyms

November 9, 2020 August 14, 2023

In recent years, gyms have become increasingly accessible to almost everyone. This is mainly due to the huge influx of budget gyms that we’ve seen

World Mental Health Day 2020

October 9, 2020 August 14, 2023

The 10th of October may not seem like an important day for most but it is important day to me. Why? Because it is World