When you’re eating out, do you take a look at the calorie count for different menu items? Some people do, and some people don’t. But whether you consciously think about it or not, the fact that calories are listed on restaurant menus is something that affects all of us. Some people see it as a helpful tool for mindful eating, ...

Castle Gym has put together a beginner’s guide to fitness! It can be a daunting experience when you first get into the fitness industry and start doing workouts and going to the gym for the first time. Trust us when we say, we know how you feel! Although we are going to give you our top tips in this blog ...

Mental health is just as important as physical health, but often it’s neglected. This week is dedicated to mental health awareness, and I encourage everyone to learn more about this topic. Mental illness can affect anyone, so it’s important to be aware of the signs and symptoms. If you think someone you know might be struggling, don’t hesitate to reach ...

There’s no question that being physically active has a host of health benefits. Including reducing your risk of heart disease, improving your mood, and helping you maintain a healthy weight. Fitness can also improve your mental health. Evidence that shows regular exercise is an effective treatment for depression, anxiety, and other mental health conditions. So if you’re looking to improve ...

Castle Gym has a long and fascinating history. We were founded in 1981 by two fitness enthusiasts who were determined to create the best gym in Nottingham. Today, we hold the title of being one of the most popular hardcore gyms in the country, thanks to our world-class equipment and top-notch personal trainers. How did this local gym become such ...

The days are getting brighter and the sun is shining which means it’s salad season! We’re feeling inspired to add more colour to our meals, so what spring slimming salads should you add to your recipe book? The saying ‘the more colour you have on your plate, the healthier your meal is’ is definitely somewhat true, especially when it comes ...

Do you know which food and drinks are best for muscle recovery post-workout? As long as you eat the right food and drinks after a workout, you won’t have to worry about being sore for long periods of time. Castle Gym’s personal training team is here to give you insight into the best muscle recovery food and drinks that you ...

A workout injury can happen to anyone, whether you are advanced or a beginner. If you’re a regular gym go-er, you will be tempted to get back at it straight away. It’s important to follow these steps to ensure you can prevent a workout injury from happening. However, if injuries do occur, we have put some helpful tips and advice ...

For many people, meal planning and prepping may seem extremely tedious. However, it’s actually very helpful to meal plan to aid you in reaching and achieving your goals. Whether you’re with a personal trainer, going to the gym regularly, or trying to start your fitness journey, meal planning will slowly but surely become your best friend. Why should you meal ...

Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness can be a great pain (quite literally) getting in the way of your everyday life and regular activities. So how can you treat DOMS? There are a number of factors that can affect how you get DOMS in the first place, and how severe it is.  Whether you’re a regular gym-goer or a newbie, DOMS can ...

Subscription boxes are a great way to help elevate your fitness, and add some ‘fun’ elements to your fitness journey. Who doesn’t love receiving packages, right? Receiving monthly subscription boxes from your favourite fitness and nutrition brands could just be the motivation and push you’re looking for to keep yourself on track! We’ve picked out some of our favourite subscription ...

At Castle Gym, we have a wide range of personal trainers, nutritionists, and sports therapists. Our nutritionists have given us some tips to share with you for natural ways to boost your energy. Drinking coffee every day is not the answer! If you drink coffee too often, your body will get so used to it that you won’t feel the ...

The Castle Gym team have put their heads together to give you some of our tips on how to build muscle in the right way! When weight training, it is important to know the best techniques and nutrition to add to your diet to see the best results. Research shows that consuming protein at least 20 minutes before your workout, ...

When you’re a beginner that’s starting to get into fitness and it’s coming up to your first gym session starting at the gym, it’s difficult to know what to prepare for and what you should buy. Luckily for you, Castle Gym is here at the ready to give you all the tips and advice you will need when it comes ...

Self-love and self-care are such important steps to living a happy, and healthy life. In this busy day and age, doing a Dolly Parton and working the 9-5 grind can be exhausting and makes us feel run down. How often do you take time to prioritise your own needs? There are many different benefits to taking time for yourself (and ...

You’ve probably heard all about women needing to love themselves, but how often do men actually take time to reflect, practise self-care, and love themselves? There is still a huge stigma attached to men showing their emotions, but it’s important to remember that you are loved, deserve to be loved, and treated with respect. It is perfectly okay to show ...

Wearable technology devices are devices that electronically track consumers’ health data and control it. These fitness devices not only track health but also give wearers health recommendations. Apple Watch and Fitbit are just a couple of examples that are becoming increasingly popular in the fitness industry. We’re sure you’ve seen these devices spoken about and advertised A LOT in recent ...

Try us for free! Here at Castle Gym, we offer a free gym pass so you are able to try out our gym for a day, completely free of charge, whilst having full access to our facilities. A free gym pass is a great way to kick-start your fitness journey. We understand how daunting it can be to step into ...

There are many reasons why you should consider Castle Gym for your next gym membership in Nottingham. Not only will we help to achieve your goals, dream body and physique; we will also look after your mindset and make sure that your mental wellbeing is as healthy as your appetite. Castle Gym knows how hard it can be to keep ...

Weight is something we all struggle with. Body image and the way we feel and see ourselves is a constant battle and journey. There are different types of workouts, with these come various methods and techniques depending on the goals you want to achieve. Castle Gym have a few workout hacks for fat loss. Winter can be a challenging time ...

Getting the right nutrition is key for your health. Having some tasty but cheap recipes under your belt can help you with your health and fitness journey. Being at university can make this difficult with how much you have to spend. Our Castle Gym team has put together some of our top picks for healthy student meals for cooking on ...

For some people, the gym can feel like an intimidating place. It can be difficult to start and continue a routine at the gym. Our team wants to help give you some tips on how to build confidence in the gym. Firstly let’s talk about some of the things that can make the gym seem intense or scary for a ...

Building muscle is different for everyone. Our bodies are different so the same diets and exercise routines may not work for every person. With that in mind, our personal training team here at Castle Gym have put together some muscle gain workout tips. Firstly, you need to determine why you want to build muscle, and what you are doing it ...

Personal training is a great career, it’s rewarding, it’s healthy, can pay well, and in general, you get to be your own boss.  You could have all the qualifications in the world and may have the physical aspects of being a personal trainer nailed.  But…are you also being mindful of your customers’ mental health as well as their physical goals? ...

Are you stuck having the same meals? The Castle Gym team have each picked out their favourite fresh, fun, healthy summer recipes. Each of these recipes are super healthy and packed full of goodness. Plus they are fun to make and full of delicious flavours. Healthy Summer Recipe Number 1 is from Castle Gym Owner – Luke! Lentil, Spinach, and ...

Keeping up motivation can feel challenging. Given the year we have had it has felt like a mammoth task getting used to our normal pre-covid routines. Going out to work, seeing friends and family, going to the gym, going on holiday, all these things are back on our agendas now. However, motivating ourselves to get back into these things has ...

Things are really heating up in the UK, it is important to know how to exercise safely in summer. Thanks to global warming they will continue to warm up over the coming years so this is something we all need to learn to do.  From heat stroke to dehydration and more, there are plenty of injuries that can be sustained ...

Push-ups! The classic go-to exercise.  You can do them anywhere, anytime, without equipment and at different physical levels. Everyone knows about push-ups, but do you know about the various types and how to actually do them properly? Push-ups, if done properly, are a great exercise that targets your chest, tricep and shoulder muscles and also partly works your core and ...

BBC East Midlands recently visited Castle Gym upon reopening to talk to our staff and members about how it has felt being back. Opening statement from BBC East Midlands reporter: “It is a big day in England, it’s the next stage of the unlocking. You may well have already seen the pictures on your tv screens of queues outside shops ...

It has officially been a month since Castle Gym and other fitness establishments across England were able to open again. It felt like we waited a lifetime! For many of us the struggle of having no gym to go to was more than just evident in our physique but in our mental health too. Exercise is an important part of ...