Functional Training
What is functional training?
How can functional training improve my sport?
Exercises used to functionally train?
Questions are answered by exercise physiologist Pete, from his Mayfair gym in London.
Author Archives: Pete Fraser Smith
Ultra-Distance Sport – 5 Mental Preparation Methods
Ultra-Distance Sport – 5 Mental Preparation Methods
Pete shares his methods for mental preparation during ultra-distance events.
When marathon distance running or Olympic distance triathlon no longer satisfy the hunger, ultra-distance may beckon. The first steps are physical preparation and event planning but the athlete who overlooks the mental rigors of ultra-distance will fail. It is irrelevant how physiologically prepared one is, if the mind is unprepared the body will fail.
Read on for my top 5 tips for mental preparation to help you complete your ultra-event…..
Recovery in Sport & Exercise – improve your performance
Recovery in Sport & Exercise – improve your performance
The principle of rest and recovery being central to healing is nothing new – the ancient Greeks practiced it centuries ago.
In modern sports science correct recovery benefits on improved sports performance is of great interest to athletes and recreational gym goers alike. But what actually works?
Exercise Physiology or Personal Training
Exercise Physiology or Personal Training
Do you know the difference between an exercise physiologist and a personal trainer? No, then read on.
It’s the same choice as this…
New Aston Martin or Ford Fiesta, both the same price, which would you choose?
Creatine Supplementation
Creatine Supplementation
Creatine supplementation, what’s it all about? Creatine has become the supplement of choice for many athletes and gym-goers but what exactly is it and what are the benefits of taking it?
How can creatine help you improve your sports performance…read more
Rollers – an athlete`s secret weapon
Rollers for runners
Rollers – any benefit to a runner? Yes, we think so!
Foam rollers are useful to improve muscle flexibility and promote muscle “maintenance”. At Pete Fraser Fitness we use them regularly for client prehabilitation (preventative exercise) to help reduce the possibility of injury from tight muscles. Read more to find out how…..
Personal Training UK – An Introspective
Personal Training UK – An Introspective
“What’s your U.S.P.” a new client asked me the other day. I took a few moments to consider the question. “Our package is unique: we are boutique, exclusive, superior in our qualifications and experience – oh, and we change lives every day”.
“But no one knows about you” came the response. “You need to tell everyone about how good you are” he said – “loudly, like everyone else!”
“But that’s not the Pete Fraser Fitness way” I said, “we don’t shout about how good we are, we just get on and do it!”
This conversation threw up some interesting questions for me about the current state of the multi-million pound personal training industry – is it all about the client or the trainer?
inov-8 mudclaw 300
Pete Fraser Fitness reviews – if it gets our thumbs up – it’s good!
inov-8 mudclaw 300
It’s sometimes difficult to get round to trying all the new products and clothing on the market. To help you, Pete Fraser Fitness have selected their choice favourites to save you the trouble.
Sit back and relax in the comfort we’ve put these garments and accessories through their paces, in the gym and on the mountains!
At Pete Fraser Fitness we love running! We stretch our legs on roads, trail and especially fell – you’ll find us running in Mayfair and the mountains! If you fancy a change from roads or trail you’re going to need to swap those road shoes for some full on fell shoes if you want to stay on your feet! Here’s our top pick of performance all terrain shoes.
S’well bottle
Pete Fraser Fitness reviews – if it gets our thumbs up – it’s good!
S’well bottle
It’s sometimes difficult to get round to trying all the new products and clothing on the market. To help you, Pete Fraser Fitness have selected their choice favourites to save you the trouble.
Sit back and relax in the comfort we’ve put these garments and accessories through their paces, in the gym and mountains!
At Pete Fraser Fitness, we’re big fans of the S’well bottle because a practical AND stylish piece of kit gets our vote every time!
Selecting personal trainers – consumer guide!
Selecting personal trainers – a consumer guide
It’s New Year and time for many to get stuck into those fitness resolutions. If you want to make the most of your time and effort you may consider using a professional personal trainer. We want to help you make the best decision….read this First!
You’re about to spend a lot of money, time and effort on your personal trainer investment – we’re going to give you a helping hand to make an informed choice – here’s our 4 point selection process to make your investment value for money.