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Macebell training. Ever since I picked up a Kettlebell over 10 years ago I've always been interested in unconventional ways of training and working out. It gave me the varied movements I was missing and it helped so much in my strength and conditioning. Then came the Bulgarian bag, another unconventional way of working so many many different muscles in the body and I noticed my grip strength and shoulder mobility improve almost instantly. So when I saw some of my fellow fitness professionals use the Mace or Gada as it's known by numerous cultures, it certainly caught my attention. Research shows that the Mace is over a 1000 years old and was used by ancient Hindu wrestlers. Some of the benefits of using the Mace bell include: Core strength Shoulder mobility/flexibility Grip strength and endurance Macebell training is very new to me as I picked one up for the first time only a couple of weeks ago but I'm hooked already. So the movements in this video are far from perfect I know, but I'll keep on practicing just like I did with the Kettlebell. Workout using an 6kg Mace: 360s x 10 Right/Left Barbarian Squats x 10 Using a 10kg Mace: Dynamic squats x 10 Front Squat (paused) x 5 Rest and repeat for 5 Rounds

Open Day with Erica Jade Murdock @PTW

Less Than 24hours to go... Please confirm your space before 9pm this evening as to guarantee you place in one of Erica Jade Murdock's FREE Sessions. 9am Doors open for Meet and Greet 10am FULL BODY BLAST 11am Aerial STRENGTH and CONDITIONING 12pm YOGA

Open Day with Erica Jade Murdock @PTW

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Open Day with Erica Jade Murdock @PTW

Click the Event and view the page for full details on our Open Day with Erica Jade Murdock (all sessions are FREE) Consisting of: - 9am Meet and Greet with Erica Jade Murdock (viewing of our studios) -10am Full Body Blast ( a body weight workout, suitable for those who want to get a good sweat on) -11am Aerial Strength and Conditioning, ever been to the circus or watched BGT and thought how can they “fly” Erica can show you how with a training program given to aerialist to improve and maintain there body/craft -12pm YOGA, a meditative practice for those who find it difficult to unwind or maybe you are not sold on YOGA and are a little skeptical. This is the perfect opportunity to try. 20th and 21st ONLY Erica is offering FREE Personal Training Sessions which will consist of: -Free Consultation -Free Measurement & Taster Session Want to reserve a spot on 1 or all 3 sessions and or PT Session contact us today. "Stay Strong, Stay Healthy" Team #PTW

Open Day with Erica Jade Murdock @PTW

Check out what we have on offer ... Free open day to get to know our studio and our weekend trainer Erica Jade Murdock

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Every PT/Strength coach wants nothing more than results for their clients. Whether it be for improved fitness so they can handle their day to day activities or increased strength, movement and mobility. My attitude to my clients has always been to be able to handle real world situations and the hard and testing times the universe often throws at us. I tell all of my clients it’s not worth being strong in the gym if that doesn’t carry over outside. At Personal Trainer Wirral, I call this "real world strength". Having real world strength often relates to having not only a strong body but also being strong in the mind and this testimonial from my client Phil is no exception. The majority of my clients have been with me for years (some over ten years), so it’s fair to say they are not only clients but they are also my friends. I have seen my clients go through some seriously tough times and as their coach it’s my job to guide them as best I can by building their mind, body and soul. Phil's story is something no parent would ever want to go through or experience. So these before and after pictures are more than just about weight loss and increased muscle, it’s about moving forward through difficult times and never forgetting. If any of you generous folk follow the link at the end of Phil’s words, I know both Phil and Claire house children's hospice would be very grateful for this. Jason The 1st January 2014 was the greatest day in my life. It was the day of the birth of my beautiful little boy Gabriel. What should have been the start of a lovely new chapter in our lives sadly turned into the most difficult of times. After a complicated birth Gabriel was found to have a rare life threatening genetic disorder. He was only given a few days to survive. Amazingly he showed great courage and will to live and for a small period we had him home enjoying a moment of somewhat normal family life. Sadly after 4 and half months he left this world to spend time with the angels. My life has never been the same since. By the end of 2014 my health was suffering, living at Alder Hey Hospital for 4 months had taken its toll and the psychological damage is hard to comprehend. You never feel like you are truly back in sync with life. I’m not sure what jolted me partly back to the land of the living, maybe the desire to help my wife through this journey (the experience we have shared has brought us closer) or my desire to want to make Gabriel proud or maybe my annual medical which showed that I had extremely high blood pressure, that I had put on about 2 stone in weight ( I was 16 stone 4lbs the heaviest I had ever been in my life) and my cholesterol was 8.7. I needed to do something. I had last trained with Jason in Autumn 2013 and had stopped due to the impending birth of my boy, so when I came back to train in January 2015 things were a lot different. I was completely out of shape, out of breath, not focussed and unsure whether I had the motivation to start a period of regular training. Now 18 months on I’m feeling the benefits of sticking with it in the difficult early months not only from physical perspective but also the fact my mental state has improved. Today I’m 13stone 7lbs, my blood pressure is normal and my cholesterol is down and I’m in a much better place mentally. The benefits of exercise on stress and dealing with trauma cannot be understated. I don’t know where I would be without the help of Jason and his personalised training routines, with individual goals and importantly a varied training plan to keep motivation high. My tailored workouts have increased my strength, flexibility and body shape. I’m no longer out of breath and I feel and look a different person to the one of 18 months ago. I have learnt new training techniques, discovered the mental positives and how stress can be managed through a regular training regime. I have discussed the benefits of a Vegan diet in a training regime and gained a thorough understanding of the way to utilise different equipment in physical exercise whether it be the Kettle Bell, Bulgarian Bag or the good old Tractor Tyre! One of the not thought of benefits is the fact you pay for a session. Its booked in paid for and so when you wake up at say 6am to do a session at 7am and its pouring down outside, its cold and the heating is not on yet, the fact you have paid for it makes it feel like a work meeting, one that you can’t miss. So you get up and go what ever the weather. If I was going to my local gym I doubt I would make it on a day like that. Being motivated however it comes is crucial. I couldn’t recommend Jason enough, his passion, drive and enthusiasm to help you reach your goals make what is a hard session into one that becomes enjoyable. He has a detailed knowledge of the correct techniques for each routine and how the combination of different exercises can enhance your physicality. On a personal level, Jason has supported me in helping raise funds for Claire House Children’s Hospice, selling bracelets made in Gabriel’s memory (available from www.gabrielbracelets.com) as well as attending fund raising events. If you feel you need to change something in your life or just an improvement in your fitness and wellbeing, training at PTW is definitely a positive step in achieving your goal. It’s a tough enjoyable journey that I am glad I have taken. Hard work does pay off and Jason is a highly qualified trainer who will help you on that journey. My beautiful boy - Gabriel

Erica Jade Murdock, Personal Trainer and Performer

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PERSONAL TRAINER WANTED BE YOUR OWN BOSS! RUN YOUR OWN DIARY! TAKE YOUR PERSONAL TRAINING CAREER TO THE NEXT LEVEL! An exciting opportunity has arisen to become part of the team in Wallasey’s leading personal training and fitness studio. The successful applicant will have keys to their own private, one to one, fully equipped studio with an established brand, great reputation and busy client base. This is all coupled with a consistent flow of new clients coming in. Applicants must be professional, engaging, adaptable, knowledgeable, positive, passionate and proactive. You must be prepared to endorse the ethos of Personal Trainer Wirral and strive to become a better and more effective trainer. You must also be self-motivated and prepared to work hard for results. You need be an excellent communicator and have a flexible approach with regards to your working hours. In return you will be in control of your own success with potentially unlimited earnings. If this sounds like you then please contact Jason for more information on 07811 332 898 or email info@personaltrainerwirral.com

Finishing strong at PTW. Here is my client Simon working on his finisher today which was: Kettlebell thruster K2E (knees to elbows) Medicine Ball slams 12 - 9 - 6 reps on each movement for time. #PTW

A Beautiful Morning Practicing YOGA @PTW with some Lovely Yogi's. Sessions Focus was opening the sides of the body, BENEFITS include: improved balance, great for hormone stability, the liver, asthma and much more. I also integrated twisting and hip opening. Ending with this Mindfulness Quote (365 Days of Mindfulness, Yvette Jane) "Be aware of phrases you often repeat throughout the day - some of these may be part of a negative pattern. Be Kinder to yourself." For more information on YOGA @PTW please call, email or message. "Stay Strong, Stay Healthy" Team #PTW