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Understanding Sleep for Optimal Performance.
Sleep is the foundation of recovery, performance, and long-term progress — yet it’s often overlooked. In this post, we explore why sleep matters, how it impacts your training, and what we do at The Fitness Collective to help you optimise it.
Joseph Thirkhill
6 days ago4 min read


The Power of Recovery for Optimal Performance.
Recovery is where real progress happens. In this blog, we break down how recovery works, why it matters, and how tools like RPE and the RaW Score can help you train smarter. Whether you’re strength training, doing personal training in West Bridgford, or just looking to move and feel better, this guide will help you get more from every session, without burning out.
Joseph Thirkhill
6 days ago4 min read


Macronutrients: The What, Why, When and How.
Understanding macronutrients is key to turning your calorie intake into real results. Whether your goal is fat loss, strength, or performance, getting the right balance of protein, carbohydrates, and fats will help fuel your training, support recovery, and improve body composition. In this guide, we break down what macros are, why they matter, when to eat them, and how to use them to reach your goals, with clarity, not complication.
Joseph Thirkhill
Oct 36 min read


Energy Balance: The Blueprint Behind Fat Loss, Muscle Gain & Peak Performance.
Energy balance is the key to fat loss, muscle gain, and performance. Our Head Coach, Joseph, breaks down the science behind it and how our expert coaching team uses it to help you achieve sustainable, long-term results.
Joseph Thirkhill
Oct 24 min read


The Fundamentals of Nutrition: A Simple Approach.
Nutrition doesn't need to be complicated. In this blog, we break down what good nutrition really looks like, why balance beats perfection, and how our tailored coaching helps you build habits that last.
Joseph Thirkhill
Sep 184 min read
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