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It's Time Fitness for Over 50s Got an Upgrade
OVER 50's?? - We're here to change the narrative...
Let’s clear something up:
You didn’t wake up on your 50th birthday suddenly fragile and craving aqua aerobics.
But fitness marketing? They still think you’re 85 and lost in a tai chi class called “Fall Prevention for Fragile Folks.”
Not here.
All too often, fitness marketing aimed at people over 50 feels patronising — built on outdated stereotypes that frame ageing as decline.
At JDW Fitness, we’re here for something di

Nicky Jenkins
15 minutes ago2 min read


Phantom bookings, dodgy knees & cosmic curveballs - "Burnt Toast"
You’ve trained. You’ve planned. You’re in your groove. Then, out of nowhere, your knee throws a tantrum. Or your Achilles decides it’s had enough of your “just one more ultra” logic.
Frustrating? Yes. Game over? Absolutely not.
Stay strong, stay flexible (in both hamstrings and mindset), and if you’re working through an injury, we’re here to help you bounce back stronger.

John Withinshaw
5 days ago2 min read


It’s Not Always Alright On The Night – My Hardmoors 110 Beatdown
31st May, Filey Brigg. 07:00. Sun’s up, breeze is cool, and the buzz is real. I step out the van feeling confident-ish. First stop:...

John Withinshaw
Jun 163 min read


Your Training Plan Isn’t the Holy Grail, So Stop Worshipping It
You know that feeling when you miss a run and suddenly act like you've committed some kind of sacred betrayal? Yeah. That nonsense stops...

John Withinshaw
Jun 163 min read


Pump up the Jam! How interval training powers up your Running
Ready to channel your inner 80s/90s superstar on the track? This week’s coaching tip is all about interval training – the secret sauce behind the success of runners from 5Ks to ultra-marathons. (Yes, even those of us who remember dancing to Technotronic in neon spandex can benefit.) Strap on your Reeboks, because we’re about to pump up your pace with some interval magic!

John Withinshaw
Apr 308 min read


Your Body Isn't Broken. It's Just Misunderstood.
Let’s get one thing straight: your body is a freakin’ marvel. It can run, jump, bend, twist, climb, carry, and yes—even survive the absolute chaos of the ‘80s and ‘90s without Wi-Fi or avocado toast. It’s a machine. A glorious, weird, scarred-up machine with a manual nobody ever gave you. At the end of the day, your body isn't a problem to be fixed. It's an adventure vehicle with more miles to go.
So stop punishing it. Start partnering with it.
Midlife isn’t a breakdown—it's

John Withinshaw
Apr 242 min read


Hyrox Training: Why It’s the Fitness Glow-Up You Didn't Know You Needed
There is a new buzz word in the fitness industry at the moment and it's Hyrox.

John Withinshaw
Apr 75 min read


Post Ultra Recovery Plan or Ministry Of Silly Walks??
Post-Ultra Recovery Plan
A very serious medical document. Not at all written by lunatics.

John Withinshaw
Apr 13 min read


Doing Too Much (or too little) During The Taper Phase?
Tapering is one of the most misunderstood aspects of ultra training.

John Withinshaw
Mar 205 min read


THE ULTRA MINDSET - HOW TO WIN THE WAR IN YOUR OWN HEAD
Everyone's version of an ultra marathon is different. To someone who's never run before, a 5km run could seem like an ultra marathon,...

John Withinshaw
Mar 124 min read


Are You "Knees up Mother Brown" or James' "Sit Down"???
Do you suffer with pain in your knees? Being pro-active in how we treat our legs is important for having a long lasting, running life.

John Withinshaw
Mar 16 min read


Fuel Like a Beast: The Ultra Runner’s Guide to Nutrition (Without Bonking or Puking)
BY JOHN WITHINSHAW, RUNNING COACH There’s a moment in every ultra runner’s life when they realise that running 50+ miles isn’t just about...

John Withinshaw
Feb 203 min read


OUR 5 BEST GLUTE EXERCISES FOR STRONG RUNNING
OUR 5 BEST GLUTE EXERCISES FOR STRONG RUNNING

John Withinshaw
Feb 42 min read


Hill Reps
5 REASONS WHY HILL REPS ARE A GREAT ADDITION TO ANY RUNNING PROGRAM Hardmoors 60 Hitting the hills once a week as a specifically targeted...

Nicky Jenkins
Dec 4, 20241 min read


WE HAVE MOVED!!
Lots of exciting stuff happening for us at JDW Fitness - we are expanding! When our landlord came to us earlier this year to offer us a...

Nicky Jenkins
Jul 24, 20243 min read


Unleash your athletic potential with the power of the breath
By consciously improving and practicing your breathing techniques, you can boost your athletic performance without the need for equipment

John Withinshaw
Jun 27, 20244 min read


The Magic of Zone 2 - "SLOW DOWN"
Zonal training is a method that segments your training into different intensity zones based on your heart rate, power output, or...

Nicky Jenkins
Jun 22, 20243 min read


CONSISTENCY IS KEY
Discover the inspiring weight loss journey of Brogan, who transformed from 98kgs to a healthy 80kgs through consistent workouts and mindful
Nicky J
Feb 29, 20242 min read


Ten Top Tips for Ultra Training
We're no strangers to the world of Ultra Training at JDW Fitness, here's some of the things that we've learned over the years. 10 Top Tips.
Nicky J
Feb 3, 20246 min read


THE HOODED HORSE 10K 2023
In Memory of Ben Campbell Our 8th Year of running this little charity event and what a day it was!! The sun was shining, the mud was...

Nicky Jenkins
Apr 10, 20232 min read
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