The OUTDOOR ATHLETE St Albans

Joining is hands down one of the best things I’ve done. It’s been the only fitness programme to have worked for me - in terms of being able to stick at it, increased fitness levels and with weight loss (at a steady and sustainable rate).You cannot beat the outdoors, no matter what the weather’s like. Yes, you’ll get muddy, yes you’ll be sweaty, but it doesn’t matter because nothing beats the feeling of accomplishment that it brings.

Does me good. If I can get to a run of sessions I really can feel the difference, moving more easily and feeling stronger-feeling fitter. Likewise, if I have missed some sessions it’s easy to fit back in- the exercises are what you expect and the work rate is whatever is good for you on the day. You’re lead by pleasant personable instructors and the group are like minded friendly folk whom many have been coming for years. Successful classes attended by a loyal following

Been coming to these outdoor sessions for 13+ years now. I n two months l shall turn 74 I am the oldest in the Monday and Wednesday morning St Albans sessions. Started as a blue bib, still a blue bib wishing there might be a colour below! Anyway as the lovely instructors know I do what I can. Running is not my strongest point but I have a go at most of the exercises - apart from bear crawl and running around the Mound.I have two Irish Setters that I walk a few miles every day so that gives me exercise but I do need a bit more. Cardio, to get the heart pumping.I have always been active, can’t imagine not . Athletics and tennis at school, played Hockney for Barnet (3rd team!).Badminton was my game to a fair standard, played in the Herts County League though not as a County player.24 years ago I had breast cancer, went through radiotherapy and chemo. Gruelling but I am still here!I need physical exercise and a gym is definitely not my scene. I love the socialibilty of Bmf and being outside . Not a lot of fun in the pouring rain but I joke with my mates about rolling in mud and getting wet knickers.Dread the day I will have to stop.

All excellent trainers who tailor sessions that work for all fitness levels. Everyone gets a good work out, but also has fun. Some people start having done lots of exercise before, and others have done nothing, yet it works for all. I would thoroughly recommend it,and have been coming back for years.

I’ve been a member for well over 10 years now. I think it’s fantastic for fitness as well as being great fun. Age and ability is irrelevant…it suits young and old , whether you’re super fit or a beginner.