Sorry we're closed

Following this evening’s announcement we will be closing the gym with immediate effect.



We will  miss you all and hope to see you again soon.



We will frequently post exercise videos for you to do at home, keep an eye on our Facebook page.



If you would like a workout tailored specifically for you, drop us a line and we will produce a programme that you can do with no specialist equipment



Many thanks to all of you who are continuing to support us and carrying on with your membership



Stay strong and see you soon

Membership Fees

Thank you so much to all of you who are continuing with your membership fees in these difficult times – this means that we will be able to continue as a business and open again fully as soon as we can. In the meantime 30 minute slots can be booked for you to use the equipment exclusively in the gym. If you are self-isolating or don’t wish to come to the gym, keep an eye on our YouTube channel/Facebook page where will be posting workouts you can perform at home.



If you are struggling financially as a result of the virus, please speak to one of us and we will see what we can do – we know that working out is important to you and we don’t want you to miss out.

Forefront Fitness Gym Announcement

Following the Government’s announcement that all Gyms must close to support measures to limit the spread of Coronavirus, Forefront Fitness is closing its normal operations as a gym with immediate effect – Friday 20^th March 2020.

However, we appreciate that exercise is an important part of many people’s lives. To support your physical as well as mental wellbeing, we will move to an appointment only system to provide individual fitness suites.

Members with booked Personal Training sessions  - those will be honoured – with appropriate social distancing measures in place.

Other times can be booked for you to use the equipment exclusively for ½ hour slots. If no one has the next slot after you booked you can use the equipment for another ½ hour.

We will continue to ensure our hygiene standards are rigidly adhered to after each client uses the facility.

We will arrange for bookings to be available on line as quickly as possible, but in the meantime you can email us on info@forefrontfitness.co.uk or text on 07545 375932. 

Why come to the gym?

Are you unsure whether to come to the gym or not?  We do know that being fit boosts your immune system and therefore your ability to fight infections.  


We intend to keep open for as long as we can.  All of us who work in the gym are healthy and of course, we would stay away if we weren’t.  We are here for you.


We are cleaning frequently and leaving the cleaning materials out for you to clean the kit before you use it if you would like to.


The windows are open so the air is changed frequently.  We are all washing our hands and using the hand gel.


The decision to come to the gym is, of course, yours – but please rest assured that we are doing our best to make it as safe as it can be.


Thank you for your support and loyalty

Forefront Fitness and Coronavirus

We are open and here for you all.

We have always prided ourselves on keeping the gym clean and tidy but we are stepping up our cleaning regime and will be wiping over all the hand touched surfaces throughout the day.

We will not be in the least bit offended if you want to wipe any surface with our cleaning spray or sanitising gel before you use it.

The basin in the loo has plenty of soap and paper towels so please wash your hands as often as you like.

Obviously, if you consider that you are developing any of the symptoms of the virus please stay away until you have recovered (for the safety of others)

Other than that – its business as usual and remember that being fit boosts your immune system

Boost your immune system

We can all do things to boost our immune system which will help to fight off germs that we encounter.


I am very keen to keep the panic down about whatever might or might not be circulating right now – but we all need to be able to deal with the myriad of bugs that always  circulate , especially at this time of the year.  


We are bombarded with pathogens all the time – our white cells step up to the mark and deal with these invasions.  A healthy lifestyle will mean that your body is in the best condition to deal with these onslaughts.  

·        Starting with our gut microbiomes – these form protective barriers and programme our immune systems.  Inflammatory diseases reduce the number of good gut bacteria (as does being old).  We can help by eating a varied, high fibre diet.  The addition of fermented foods is thought to help – have such things as kefir, sauerkraut and kimchi for example.  

·        Skin microbiomes are important – too much UVA is damaging as is over washing with strong soap. 

·         Exercise is an imperative for immunologically fitness.  Exercise helps to mobilise the otherwise somewhat sedentary white cells.  We should be aiming for at least 150 minutes of moderate activity a week.  And as we always say – older people are not exempt – we all need to exercise too (if you’re not sure what to do – just ask - it’s what I do all the time)

·        An additional benefit is that exercise reduces the stress hormone, cortisol, and that helps to boost immunity.  

·        Keep the alcohol levels down – heavy drinking depletes our immune cells 

·        Watch your Vitamin D levels – you might need a boost in the winter with a good quality supplement

·         Get some sleep – a tired body is much more susceptible to bugs

·        Oh -and yes – wash your hands – not just because there’s a new bug on the block – but because it’s a good, basic hygiene discipline!  

5 minute tips for your heart

Here’s the last in the series – we’ve looked, thanks to Dr Chaterjee at Mind and Body and here’s some five minute tips for your heart 


Remember – the aim is one of each (Mind, Body and Heart) 5 times a week 


Heart


This is all about the power of connection


Try talking to a stranger – the lady at the checkout, the person looking a bit lost in the supermarket (I’ve tried it – no one thinks you’re mad and if they don’t want to chat – they won’t – but I talked to a woman and said that I thought her outfit was awesome and she said I had made her day – she hadn’t been a bit sure about wearing it and was so pleased – I felt good and so did she!)


Write down five things you love about someone who is close to you.  Dr Chatterjee says that his patients feel happier, calmer, less resentful and more patient when they do this – give it a try – what have you got to lose?!


Have a cup of tea with a friend – give them your attention – no phones, no TV – just chat to them – it feeds your heart


And of course -  do a RAK – a Random Act of Kindness – help that older person with his tray in the café – that young mother struggling with her shopping and her crying child. There is always something you can do to help someone everyday – you might have to step out of your comfort  zone – but I can guarantee that it will be worth it.  


There are lots more ideas in the book – we’re not on a commission but I really do recommend that you buy it –

Five minutes – three times a day – its got to be worth it !