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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All too often, fitness marketing aimed at people over 50 feels patronising — built on outdated stereotypes that frame ageing as decline.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
16 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


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


Have you got all your Ducks in a Row?
"Every time I think I have all my ducks in a row, I turn around and one of the little f&$kers has waddled off..."
Nicky J
Oct 15, 20211 min read


Weight loss... or World Record??
What if your before and after pictures aren't about weight loss?
What if you have a goal that has no relevance to aesthetics?

Nicky Jenkins
Feb 19, 20213 min read


Are You Important Enough??
There is a lot to think about currently, it seems like the world is kinda upside down.

Nicky Jenkins
Dec 4, 20202 min read


Ignore this and your running will SUCK!!
So far in this series we've covered Foam rolling, Mobility, Breathing and Eliminating Niggles. Now it's time for the Strength.

Nicky Jenkins
Jun 4, 20205 min read


I'll just run it off!!!
You get home and maybe stretch a bit, have a bath and forget about it. It's OK to walk on and as long as you remember to run with your foot

Nicky Jenkins
May 29, 20204 min read


Got bored sitting in my pants...
By Tim O'Hanlon WOW! Well that was a crazy week and a half, even by my standards! After several weeks of spending too much time with my...

Nicky Jenkins
Apr 30, 20204 min read


"I've got a weird sadistic urge..."
You may want to sit down, this could take a while. Last week was a bit of an interesting one, in a really good way. You may or may not...

Nicky Jenkins
Apr 29, 20206 min read


Eating your way to a better you
Small steps are the key to all healthy habit changes. Exercising regularly? Well that's 25 - 30% of your healthy lifestyle change in...

Nicky Jenkins
Sep 1, 20193 min read


Healthy Habits that will change your life
We are bombarded on a daily basis through all kinds of media, particularly social media, about the best way to eat and the perfect, FAD...

Nicky Jenkins
Sep 1, 20193 min read


Running Strong - Crank & Pistons
By John Withinshaw While a lot of emphasis is put onto the legs regarding running and running training. It's just as important to put...

Nicky Jenkins
Jun 17, 20193 min read


Better Blood Flow = Better Running
By John Withinshaw Yes, OK - that's a picture of a man doing press ups - but bear with me, it is relevant to your running! In my last...

Nicky Jenkins
Jun 12, 20194 min read


Pre-fatigue - one for the runners
By John Withinshaw I've been training quite hard for one of my biggest challenges to date and if you are a runner/athlete I'm sure you...

Nicky Jenkins
Jun 12, 20193 min read


Hydrate, hydrate, hydrate
Staying properly hydrated will help your athletic performance, bodily functions, energy levels and even your brain activity.

Nicky Jenkins
Jun 1, 20193 min read


ARE YOU TOUGH ENOUGH?
By Nicky Jenkins Easter Bank Holiday Weekend brought us the latest instalment of "Are You Tough Enough" - not the SAS version (although...

Nicky Jenkins
Apr 29, 20195 min read


Is 40 the New Age of Fitness?
According to Sport England, the strongest increase in sports participation in the past decade has been among the 45-54 age group. So what...

Nicky Jenkins
Mar 14, 20192 min read


How not to freeze your nipples off...
By Nicky Jenkins Inspired by the recent efforts in the Montane Spine Race, teamed with our own impending (but just slightly shorter)...

Nicky Jenkins
Jan 28, 20197 min read
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