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Barbell Buying Guide

This guide will walk you through everything you need to know when buying a barbell. From understanding key features like whip, knurling and spin, to comparing different types of bars,...

Barbell Buying Guide

This guide will walk you through everything you need to know when buying a barbell. From understanding key features like whip, knurling and spin, to comparing different types of bars,...

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Strength Story | Matt Wielunski — Building Resilience in Training and Business

Strength isn’t only physical. For Matt Wielunski, it’s been the driving force behind both his training and his business journey.

Strength Story | Matt Wielunski — Building Resilience in Training and Business

Strength isn’t only physical. For Matt Wielunski, it’s been the driving force behind both his training and his business journey.

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Strength in Fatherhood- What it means to us at Primal

With Father’s Day approaching, we’ve been reflecting at PRIMAL on the deeper meaning of strength — especially when it comes to fatherhood.

Strength in Fatherhood- What it means to us at Primal

With Father’s Day approaching, we’ve been reflecting at PRIMAL on the deeper meaning of strength — especially when it comes to fatherhood.

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Primal Insights: Designing Your Gym Floor- Key Considerations for Long-Term Success

Designing a gym floor goes far beyond aesthetics. While smart lighting, cohesive branding, and quality equipment might make a strong first impression, it’s the layout — how your space flows, functions, and...

Primal Insights: Designing Your Gym Floor- Key Considerations for Long-Term Success

Designing a gym floor goes far beyond aesthetics. While smart lighting, cohesive branding, and quality equipment might make a strong first impression, it’s the layout — how your space flows, functions, and...

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Primal Insights: The key steps to opening a gym

From layout and equipment to zoning and customer experience — this guide walks you through the essential steps to launching a successful fitness facility. Whether you’re starting from scratch or...

Primal Insights: The key steps to opening a gym

From layout and equipment to zoning and customer experience — this guide walks you through the essential steps to launching a successful fitness facility. Whether you’re starting from scratch or...

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WHY WE TRAIN - AND WHY IT MATTERS: Adam & Gerrard

The benefits of training on mental wellbeing are backed by research: 30% reduced risk of depression from regular physical activity (World Health Organization) Improved mood, sleep, and self-esteem from just 30 minutes of moderate exercise, several times a week (Mayo Clinic) Increased endorphin and serotonin levels, which reduce anxiety and improve mental clarity When you move your body, you support your mind — and the results can be life-changing. Train Anywhere.

WHY WE TRAIN - AND WHY IT MATTERS: Adam & Gerrard

The benefits of training on mental wellbeing are backed by research: 30% reduced risk of depression from regular physical activity (World Health Organization) Improved mood, sleep, and self-esteem from just 30 minutes of moderate exercise, several times a week (Mayo Clinic) Increased endorphin and serotonin levels, which reduce anxiety and improve mental clarity When you move your body, you support your mind — and the results can be life-changing. Train Anywhere.

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Primal Strength x Lift The Bar: A Partnership

We’re excited to officially announce our new partnership with Lift The Bar, one of the UK’s leading mentorship and business coaching organisations for personal trainers. At Primal Strength, we’re proud to be the number one strength brand in the UK — supporting gyms, coaches, and facilities both nationally and internationally.

Primal Strength x Lift The Bar: A Partnership

We’re excited to officially announce our new partnership with Lift The Bar, one of the UK’s leading mentorship and business coaching organisations for personal trainers. At Primal Strength, we’re proud to be the number one strength brand in the UK — supporting gyms, coaches, and facilities both nationally and internationally.

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Strength in Numbers: Mothers Redefining Training

For mums looking to begin their strength journey from home, the right equipment can help build confidence and consistency. That’s why we’ve designed the PRIMAL Personal Series Range—perfect for busy mums who want to train effectively in their own space.

Strength in Numbers: Mothers Redefining Training

For mums looking to begin their strength journey from home, the right equipment can help build confidence and consistency. That’s why we’ve designed the PRIMAL Personal Series Range—perfect for busy mums who want to train effectively in their own space.

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Stronger Women, Stronger Communities- Female Body Workouts

For Freya, the true success of Female Body Workouts is measured not just in physical transformations but in the sense of community and empowerment that has grown within its walls. Women come here to challenge themselves, but they stay because of the friendships, encouragement, and strength they find in one another.

Stronger Women, Stronger Communities- Female Body Workouts

For Freya, the true success of Female Body Workouts is measured not just in physical transformations but in the sense of community and empowerment that has grown within its walls. Women come here to challenge themselves, but they stay because of the friendships, encouragement, and strength they find in one another.

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Are You Ready for Hybrid? Build the Space That Wins

A dedicated Hybrid training space offers more than just equipment—it offers an experience. One that challenges members, fosters community, and elevates your gym’s reputation.

Are You Ready for Hybrid? Build the Space That Wins

A dedicated Hybrid training space offers more than just equipment—it offers an experience. One that challenges members, fosters community, and elevates your gym’s reputation.

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STRONG WOMEN, STRONGER COMMUNITY: TAMI, OWNER OF LIFT STUDIOS

More Than a Gym—A Community What drives Tami is the women she works with daily. Her clients inspire her, pushing her to continue evolving Lift Studios into a space where every woman feels seen, heard, and valued.

STRONG WOMEN, STRONGER COMMUNITY: TAMI, OWNER OF LIFT STUDIOS

More Than a Gym—A Community What drives Tami is the women she works with daily. Her clients inspire her, pushing her to continue evolving Lift Studios into a space where every woman feels seen, heard, and valued.

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Winter Ascent '25 — Ryan Terry

Reaching the top isn’t the end. It’s where the real work begins.

Winter Ascent '25 — Ryan Terry

Reaching the top isn’t the end. It’s where the real work begins.

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Winter Ascent '25 — Chris de Souza

Your training space should work as hard as you do. The Primal Home Gym isn’t about where you train—it’s about how.

Winter Ascent '25 — Chris de Souza

Your training space should work as hard as you do. The Primal Home Gym isn’t about where you train—it’s about how.

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Winter Ascent '25 — Sarah Holden

Training doesn’t stop for the season, and neither do you. The Winter Ascent isn’t just about enduring the cold—it’s about conquering it.

Winter Ascent '25 — Sarah Holden

Training doesn’t stop for the season, and neither do you. The Winter Ascent isn’t just about enduring the cold—it’s about conquering it.

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Getting back to the gym post Christmas

The festive season is over, and with it comes the indulgence, late nights, and (let’s be honest) the skipped workouts. If you’re an experienced gym-goer, you’ll know that getting back into your routine after Christmas can feel a bit daunting.

Getting back to the gym post Christmas

The festive season is over, and with it comes the indulgence, late nights, and (let’s be honest) the skipped workouts. If you’re an experienced gym-goer, you’ll know that getting back into your routine after Christmas can feel a bit daunting.

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Space-Saving Solutions for Your Home Gym: Optimise Your Strength Training with PRIMAL®

Designing a home gym doesn’t mean compromising on functionality or quality, even in limited spaces. At PRIMAL®, we understand that creating a powerful training environment involves smart design and innovative equipment to make every inch count.

Space-Saving Solutions for Your Home Gym: Optimise Your Strength Training with PRIMAL®

Designing a home gym doesn’t mean compromising on functionality or quality, even in limited spaces. At PRIMAL®, we understand that creating a powerful training environment involves smart design and innovative equipment to make every inch count.

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National Fitness Day at PRIMAL HQ

At PRIMAL, we believe fitness is more than just a lifestyle—it's a way of living. Our commitment to helping individuals reach their full potential is reflected in everything we do, from designing world-class strength equipment to fostering a culture that thrives on health, movement, and wellbeing.

National Fitness Day at PRIMAL HQ

At PRIMAL, we believe fitness is more than just a lifestyle—it's a way of living. Our commitment to helping individuals reach their full potential is reflected in everything we do, from designing world-class strength equipment to fostering a culture that thrives on health, movement, and wellbeing.

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Preparing Your Gym Floor for the Back-to-School Rush: A Guide for Gym Owners

It’s time. The kids are back, which means the parents are back.

Preparing Your Gym Floor for the Back-to-School Rush: A Guide for Gym Owners

It’s time. The kids are back, which means the parents are back.

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Getting Back into Your Fitness Routine After the School Holidays: Tips for Parents

Whether you’re looking to regain your strength, boost your endurance, or just carve out some much-needed time for yourself, here are some tips to help you get back on track.

Getting Back into Your Fitness Routine After the School Holidays: Tips for Parents

Whether you’re looking to regain your strength, boost your endurance, or just carve out some much-needed time for yourself, here are some tips to help you get back on track.

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PRIMAL Warehouse Move: A Giant Leap Towards Better Customer Experience and Sustainable Fitness

At PRIMAL, we’re all about pushing boundaries—whether it's in high-performance fitness equipment or enhancing customer experiences. Today, we're thrilled to announce a monumental step forward: PRIMAL has doubled its warehouse capacity by moving to a state-of-the-art facility in Paisley, Scotland.

PRIMAL Warehouse Move: A Giant Leap Towards Better Customer Experience and Sustainable Fitness

At PRIMAL, we’re all about pushing boundaries—whether it's in high-performance fitness equipment or enhancing customer experiences. Today, we're thrilled to announce a monumental step forward: PRIMAL has doubled its warehouse capacity by moving to a state-of-the-art facility in Paisley, Scotland.

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Strength Training For Improving Gymnastics Performance

Gymnasts appear light on their feet, effortlessly flexible, with natural born talent. However, gymnastics demands extraordinary physical ability, particularly from the upper body, core and lower body.

Strength Training For Improving Gymnastics Performance

Gymnasts appear light on their feet, effortlessly flexible, with natural born talent. However, gymnastics demands extraordinary physical ability, particularly from the upper body, core and lower body.

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Strength Training for Footballers: Primal Performances

For optimal performance in football, players must do everything they can to gain an advantage over their opponent, but that doesn’t stop on the pitch.

Strength Training for Footballers: Primal Performances

For optimal performance in football, players must do everything they can to gain an advantage over their opponent, but that doesn’t stop on the pitch.

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BELT IN: Why the Belt Squat Should Be in Your Gym Workout Routine

If your goal is to develop larger, stronger legs, incorporating the belt squat machine into your leg day workouts could provide distinct advantages over other exercises.

BELT IN: Why the Belt Squat Should Be in Your Gym Workout Routine

If your goal is to develop larger, stronger legs, incorporating the belt squat machine into your leg day workouts could provide distinct advantages over other exercises.

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Unlocking Primal Potential: Strength Training for Young Football Players

The rise of young football stars like Jude Bellingham and Erling Haaland has sparked a shift in how clubs approach player development, emphasizing peak physicality from an early age. This...

Unlocking Primal Potential: Strength Training for Young Football Players

The rise of young football stars like Jude Bellingham and Erling Haaland has sparked a shift in how clubs approach player development, emphasizing peak physicality from an early age. This...

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Using strength training to reduce stress

Strength training is about more than having the biggest biceps and being physically dominating. As time goes on people are smashing the stereotype of muscle beach, male only gym bros and the free weight section being a source of fear.

Using strength training to reduce stress

Strength training is about more than having the biggest biceps and being physically dominating. As time goes on people are smashing the stereotype of muscle beach, male only gym bros and the free weight section being a source of fear.

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Strength Training For Running

Strength Training For Running It’s Marathon season, so if you’re feeling inspired and looking to either start running or get more serious about running, then strength training can help you achieve this. PRIMAL are here with some exercises that can help you remain injury free and at your best.

Strength Training For Running

Strength Training For Running It’s Marathon season, so if you’re feeling inspired and looking to either start running or get more serious about running, then strength training can help you achieve this. PRIMAL are here with some exercises that can help you remain injury free and at your best.

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Celebrating Her Strength: Removing The Barrier

More women than ever are getting into strength training and this is a trend that’s set to grow further still. PRIMAL are proud to support the savvy women entrepreneurs that have honed in on this trend and want to make strength training possible for every woman and girl.

Celebrating Her Strength: Removing The Barrier

More women than ever are getting into strength training and this is a trend that’s set to grow further still. PRIMAL are proud to support the savvy women entrepreneurs that have honed in on this trend and want to make strength training possible for every woman and girl.

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Celebrating Her Strength: Training like a Mother

This Mother’s Day PRIMAL celebrate the strength in women, and specifically the mothers who kill it in training and parenting every day. Being a parent is a full time job, a juggling act and the top priority for mum’s everywhere.

Celebrating Her Strength: Training like a Mother

This Mother’s Day PRIMAL celebrate the strength in women, and specifically the mothers who kill it in training and parenting every day. Being a parent is a full time job, a juggling act and the top priority for mum’s everywhere.

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Celebrating Her Strength : What does strong leadership look like at PRIMAL?

Strength. It’s in us all.

Celebrating Her Strength : What does strong leadership look like at PRIMAL?

Strength. It’s in us all.

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Maximising Minimal Space: A Guide to Creating a Compact Garage Gym for Busy Home Lifters

For those juggling work, family, and a desire for fitness, a garage gym can be a game-changer. However, when space is at a premium, strategic planning and the right equipment are crucial.

Maximising Minimal Space: A Guide to Creating a Compact Garage Gym for Busy Home Lifters

For those juggling work, family, and a desire for fitness, a garage gym can be a game-changer. However, when space is at a premium, strategic planning and the right equipment are crucial.

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Gym Trends To Watch In 2024

Hyrox = Highly Rated If you haven’t heard of this competition yet, there will be no avoiding it this year. The rise of Hyrox training and gyms becoming affiliates has been nothing short of astonishing.

Gym Trends To Watch In 2024

Hyrox = Highly Rated If you haven’t heard of this competition yet, there will be no avoiding it this year. The rise of Hyrox training and gyms becoming affiliates has been nothing short of astonishing.

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Unlock Your Potential with Daylight Savings: Maximising Morning Strength Training with PRIMAL

Introduction: In the world of fitness, every moment counts. When the clocks go back, it's more than just an extra hour of sleep.

Unlock Your Potential with Daylight Savings: Maximising Morning Strength Training with PRIMAL

Introduction: In the world of fitness, every moment counts. When the clocks go back, it's more than just an extra hour of sleep.

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Why Are Home Gym Racks a Game Changer for Your Strength Journey?

In the ever-evolving world of fitness, the concept of a home gym has gained unprecedented popularity, and at the core of this trend lies a crucial component – home gym racks. These versatile and indispensable pieces of equipment are revolutionising the way we work out, bringing with them a multitude of benefits that cater to fitness enthusiasts of all levels.

Why Are Home Gym Racks a Game Changer for Your Strength Journey?

In the ever-evolving world of fitness, the concept of a home gym has gained unprecedented popularity, and at the core of this trend lies a crucial component – home gym racks. These versatile and indispensable pieces of equipment are revolutionising the way we work out, bringing with them a multitude of benefits that cater to fitness enthusiasts of all levels.

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Top 10 Adjustable Dumbbell Exercises for a Full-Body Workout

Top 10 Adjustable Dumbbell Exercises for a Full-Body Workout Adjustable dumbbells have revolutionised home workouts, providing a space-saving and versatile solution for fitness enthusiasts. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned fitness enthusiast, adjustable dumbbells offer a wide range of exercise options to target different muscle groups.

Top 10 Adjustable Dumbbell Exercises for a Full-Body Workout

Top 10 Adjustable Dumbbell Exercises for a Full-Body Workout Adjustable dumbbells have revolutionised home workouts, providing a space-saving and versatile solution for fitness enthusiasts. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned fitness enthusiast, adjustable dumbbells offer a wide range of exercise options to target different muscle groups.

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Stretching: An Essential Element in Strength Training

Stretching: An Essential Element in Strength Training Strength training is crucial for health and wellbeing, with adults advised to take part in at least 2 strength-based sessions per week. But amidst the focus on lifting weights and gaining strength, a simple yet crucial element often gets overlooked: stretching.

Stretching: An Essential Element in Strength Training

Stretching: An Essential Element in Strength Training Strength training is crucial for health and wellbeing, with adults advised to take part in at least 2 strength-based sessions per week. But amidst the focus on lifting weights and gaining strength, a simple yet crucial element often gets overlooked: stretching.

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Soaring to New Strength: Proven Tips for Staying On Track This Summer

Soaring to New Strength: Proven Tips for Staying On Track This Summer At PRIMAL, we believe that strength is in us all, waiting to be discovered. As schools have finished up and we fully embrace summer holidays we also know that this time can be a challenge to stay on track for longer term goals.

Soaring to New Strength: Proven Tips for Staying On Track This Summer

Soaring to New Strength: Proven Tips for Staying On Track This Summer At PRIMAL, we believe that strength is in us all, waiting to be discovered. As schools have finished up and we fully embrace summer holidays we also know that this time can be a challenge to stay on track for longer term goals.

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Hole-in-One Strength: Drive Your Golf Potential with Primal

Hole-in-One Strength: Drive Your Golf Potential with Primal Strength training is a game-changer for golfers seeking to take their performance to new heights. While technique and skill are essential, incorporating strength exercises into your routine can provide numerous benefits, including increased power, improved stability, enhanced balance, and injury prevention.

Hole-in-One Strength: Drive Your Golf Potential with Primal

Hole-in-One Strength: Drive Your Golf Potential with Primal Strength training is a game-changer for golfers seeking to take their performance to new heights. While technique and skill are essential, incorporating strength exercises into your routine can provide numerous benefits, including increased power, improved stability, enhanced balance, and injury prevention.

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From Small Town to World's Strongest: The Inspiring Journey of Luke & Tom Stoltman

From Small Town to World's Strongest: The Inspiring Journey of Luke & Tom Stoltman In our Strength Stories series, we bring you tales of inspiration from the world of strength. To kick off this series we proudly present the awe-inspiring journey of Luke and Tom Stoltman, the unstoppable duo from a small Scottish town who have earned the title of World's Strongest brothers.

From Small Town to World's Strongest: The Inspiring Journey of Luke & Tom Stoltman

From Small Town to World's Strongest: The Inspiring Journey of Luke & Tom Stoltman In our Strength Stories series, we bring you tales of inspiration from the world of strength. To kick off this series we proudly present the awe-inspiring journey of Luke and Tom Stoltman, the unstoppable duo from a small Scottish town who have earned the title of World's Strongest brothers.

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A Beginner's Guide to Strength Training

A Beginner's Guide to Strength Training At PRIMAL, we believe in strength. We believe it lives in each and every one of us, ready to transform lives.

A Beginner's Guide to Strength Training

A Beginner's Guide to Strength Training At PRIMAL, we believe in strength. We believe it lives in each and every one of us, ready to transform lives.

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Strength Training: A Powerful Ally for Mental Health

Strength Training: A Powerful Ally for Mental Health The power of strength training goes beyond the physical it can offer a wealth of benefits for our overall health. This Mental Health Awareness Week, we at PRIMAL want to shed light on the profound influence that strength training, can have on our mental well-being.

Strength Training: A Powerful Ally for Mental Health

Strength Training: A Powerful Ally for Mental Health The power of strength training goes beyond the physical it can offer a wealth of benefits for our overall health. This Mental Health Awareness Week, we at PRIMAL want to shed light on the profound influence that strength training, can have on our mental well-being.

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The Primal Story

In 2016, Steven Rinaldi ignited the spark of PRIMAL® from his own home. With an extensive background in strength training, manufacturing, and sales, Steven envisioned revolutionising the gym floor from rows of basic cardio machines to world class strength and functional spaces.

The Primal Story

In 2016, Steven Rinaldi ignited the spark of PRIMAL® from his own home. With an extensive background in strength training, manufacturing, and sales, Steven envisioned revolutionising the gym floor from rows of basic cardio machines to world class strength and functional spaces.

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Strength Training For Women

At PRIMAL, we believe that strength is for everyone. However, there is still a common misconception that strength training is only for men, and that women should stick to cardio...

Strength Training For Women

At PRIMAL, we believe that strength is for everyone. However, there is still a common misconception that strength training is only for men, and that women should stick to cardio...

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Empower Your Inner Strength: Celebrate International Women’s Day with PRIMAL

International Women’s Day was founded to celebrate the achievements of women across the world while also recognising the importance of striving for further equality. At PRIMAL we believe that strength is in us all and strive to break boundaries.

Empower Your Inner Strength: Celebrate International Women’s Day with PRIMAL

International Women’s Day was founded to celebrate the achievements of women across the world while also recognising the importance of striving for further equality. At PRIMAL we believe that strength is in us all and strive to break boundaries.

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Be Part of Our Community and Share Your Strength Story

At PRIMAL®, we believe that strength is in us all. We want to hear your strength story and what strength means to you.

Be Part of Our Community and Share Your Strength Story

At PRIMAL®, we believe that strength is in us all. We want to hear your strength story and what strength means to you.

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Setting Goals for 2023

Now one week into 2023, many of us are thinking about our goals for the year. Setting goals is one piece of the puzzle but staying motivated and achieving them is a challenge we all face.

Setting Goals for 2023

Now one week into 2023, many of us are thinking about our goals for the year. Setting goals is one piece of the puzzle but staying motivated and achieving them is a challenge we all face.

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The Stoltman Brothers Join The Primal Team

Having worked with the brothers back in 2018 when they first opened the Stoltman Strength Centre we are proud to have Tom and Luke Stoltman as part of the Primal team. Primal’ s mission is to equip every body to discover their true potential whether first-time lifters or fit-for-lifers.

The Stoltman Brothers Join The Primal Team

Having worked with the brothers back in 2018 when they first opened the Stoltman Strength Centre we are proud to have Tom and Luke Stoltman as part of the Primal team. Primal’ s mission is to equip every body to discover their true potential whether first-time lifters or fit-for-lifers.

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Kettlebell movements to incorporate into training

Part of our ethos our culture, what we represent, our spirit and efforts to support individuals in realising their potential is resilience. The ability to endure, adapt and recover from challenges, metaphorically and literally.

Kettlebell movements to incorporate into training

Part of our ethos our culture, what we represent, our spirit and efforts to support individuals in realising their potential is resilience. The ability to endure, adapt and recover from challenges, metaphorically and literally.

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Bumper Buying Guide

Unsure on what bumpers to go for? We have an easy-to-understand buyers guide.

Bumper Buying Guide

Unsure on what bumpers to go for? We have an easy-to-understand buyers guide.

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Understanding the Importance Incorporating Glute Training Into Your Workout Plans

Over the years we have seen shifting patterns and motivations in training with many people incorporating strength-based training into their fitness regiments. This can be for a number of goals whether aesthetic changes, improved mobility, mental health management or athletic improvement.

Understanding the Importance Incorporating Glute Training Into Your Workout Plans

Over the years we have seen shifting patterns and motivations in training with many people incorporating strength-based training into their fitness regiments. This can be for a number of goals whether aesthetic changes, improved mobility, mental health management or athletic improvement.

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3 Key Questions to Ask When Designing a Home Gym

There is a lot to consider when setting up your home gym. But getting the basics right means getting a space you can work in and work on in the future.

3 Key Questions to Ask When Designing a Home Gym

There is a lot to consider when setting up your home gym. But getting the basics right means getting a space you can work in and work on in the future.

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