Fitness & Nutrition articles
Blog posts, articles and recipes from PT and author Tracy Griffen. She is a prolific writer - a columnist for the Scotsman newspaper, Leither magazine and Trinity and Stockbridge Spotlight magazines. Tracy has written for Women’s Running, Fitnorama, PT Today and Ultra-Fit magazines, and is the author of two books: Healthy Living Yearbook and Get Fit & Enjoy It: Learn Effective Exercise from Home.
She has appeared on the BBC Scotland Radio Kaye Adams show, and even taught host Kaye how to do a press-up, live on radio!
Why Weight (train)?
So why weight? Why is lifting weights so good for us? Personal Trainer Tracy has been lifting weights of various sizes for over 30 years, and explains the importance of resistance training.
Is Swimming Worth the Effort?
Swimming is one of the best workouts you can do. Here are some ideas to get you back in the water, if you’ve had an extended break.
Behavioural Science for Fitness
Our modern lifestyle may be convenient, but it’s not necessarily healthy. Here’s a recent Scotsman newspaper article I co-authored with Behavioural Scientist Bernard Ross.
It’s our 18th birthday!
Griffen Fitness turning 18 this month, and we also have the long-awaited trams running up and down Leith Walk. Here’s a blog post of what we’ve been up to since 2005.
The Best Exercises to do in a Gym
If you do find yourself in a gym, there are some machines that are actually quite useful to use.
Read on for Tracy’s favourite equipment on the gym floor.
Why Turbo Train
It’s cold and dark outside, not great cycling weather. However it’s perfect for getting hot and sweaty on a turbo trainer - indoor cycle training that you can do from home. Here’s how…
Kickstart Your Fitness in the New Year
Happy New Year!
If you’re looking for a realistic plan to start 2023, look no further. Here’s a simple 10 step plan for you to get prepared for the year ahead, whatever it may bring…
A Cheap Alternative to Personal Training
I get it.
You’d like to try Personal Training, but £50 a session may not be within your budget.
So this is why I wrote and published my book ‘Get Fit and Enjoy It’…
The wait is over… PT sessions now available.
Sometimes it’s good to wait, and sometimes it’s good to take action.
Now is a time to take action, as the Griffen Fitness studio waitlist has cleared and we have availability for new clients to get fit… and enjoy it!
‘Burn’ Metabolism book review
The latest research into the human metabolism is a fascinating book. What does it mean for you? Read on…
‘How to get fit without really trying’ workshop tickets
Get your ticket today, link from this blog post! A workshop full of tips and tricks on how to make your day more active, healthier and with more energy. Get your mojo back...
How to do Heart Rate Training
Heart rate training is not just for elite athletes. Here’s everything you need to know to perform better.
Run faster, easily.
Get moving with Podcast Workouts
Get fit anywhere with our new 5-minute Energizer podcast workout… Every month, a new themed workout will be released in podcast form. Find out how to subscribe for free.
Scotsman newspaper article: New Year’s Day
If you pick up a Scotsman newspaper today, you’ll find my feature article at the back of the Magazine section.
Learn how to design your own fitness programme for the New Year. Bring on 2022!
Introducing Webcam Workouts
Announcing Webcam Workouts, personalised Personal Training using your webcam. Using WhatsApp, Skype, Google Meet or Zoom, you can get fit anywhere with expert guidance and personalised feedback as you go.
Winter Running Tips for Scotland
A good thing about Edinburgh is that it’s rarely too hot to run... Focus on steady miles, rather than speedwork (save that for spring) and enjoy the scenery as you go. Preparation is key and here are some pointers to help you run through this winter.
Scotsman newspaper article: Rebuild your Fitness after Covid
How do you get fit after Covid?
Find out in my recent Scotsman newspaper feature article…
Doors Open Day FREE workshops
I’m delighted to be hosting not one, but FOUR FREE workshops with Leith Market’s ‘A Celebration of all Things Leith’ for Doors Open Day at Custom House, Leith on Saturday 25 September. The sessions will be held in the bright and airy Gallery Room…
Covid-19 Rehabilitation
Covid-19 has affected many of us over the last eighteen months, and it isn’t going to go away. Learn how to rebuild fitness levels post-Covid.
Tips for Exercising in Hot Weather
It’s tempting to workout in the gorgeous sunny weather, but even in Scotland it’s worth being prepared and know how to deal with the heat…
Buy the book(s)
A published author, Tracy Griffen’s books are available from selected independent Edinburgh bookshops, or buy online from our shop.