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Strength Training Changes Everything Through Menopause...Learn How đ
đď¸Strength training helps: build & maintain muscle, support metabolism, improve strength & resilience.
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2ď¸âŁ MENOPAUSE
đ Oestrogen declines can contribute to muscle loss, changes in body fat, reduced bone density & lower energy.
đď¸ Strength training helps: preserve muscle, strengthen bones, improve body composition, confidence & everyday strength.
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3ď¸âŁ POST-MENOPAUSE
đ Maintaining muscle, bone strength, balance & independence becomes increasingly important.

Tracy Dixon Mind & Body Fit
Aug 121 min read
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Judyâs Lost 9 stone! Strength Training Has Changed My Life! Tracy's encouragement & guidance has totally changed the way I view food & my body..
First Place Fitness appealed to me & I contacted Tracy for Broadway Blitz Dance & then looked at these people doing Strength classes before me & wondered if I could do it - Tracy, of course, said yes so started those classes. I felt better, knew I was getting stronger, I was lifting heavier weights but no weight was coming off and my muscles didn't seem to be growing.
So I added Spin to my workouts - by now I was doing 2 or 3 Strength, BB and Zumba and now Spin but still we

Tracy Dixon Mind & Body Fit
Aug 83 min read
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The Transformative Effects of 6 Weeks of Spin Classes on Your Mind Body & Health:What to expect from one 45 minute Spin class a week...
HEALTH
Lower blood pressure
Better blood sugar control
Stronger heart
Reduced risk of future health problems
Reduced body fat
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If you're after more energy, less joint discomfort, confidence & better health then it could be the workout for you.
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I've been teaching Spin Classes since 2008
These are some of the reasons people give me as to why they enjoy taking part in Spin Classes...
Accessible- you control the pace & resistance, work at your own

Tracy Dixon Mind & Body Fit
Jul 42 min read
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A Desperate Plea For Help! Jan's health was suffering. In 60 days Jan lost 2 stone, 7 inches of belly fat, reduced & reversed her health issues. Here's HOW...
I was putting on weight and could not fit into most of my clothes.
I used the 5 Dials Method with Jan- Making Fat Loss Simple Without Extremes
In three months I have had: a 2 stone weight loss; lost 1.5 inches round my upper arm; 2 inches round my thigh & 7 INCHES ROUND MY MIDSECTION!
Iâm standing better because Iâm not carrying a sack of potatoes around my tummy.
I feel stronger, my thighs have muscles! I am definitely fitter.
I can fit into my clothes. I am happily

Tracy Dixon Mind & Body Fit
Jul 14 min read
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If my doctor said to me " you're pre-diabetic" This is exactly what I would do.. 5 daily non-negotiables & 3 actions
I hear this every single day.
"Tracy, I saw my GP & they said I'm pre-diabetic..
What does it mean & how do I reverse it"?
If I got that news from my GP this is exactly what I would do.
Here's my Top 5 non-negotiables:
Walk 10 minutes after I've eaten- reduces post meal blood sugar spikes by 20-30%
Eat protein with every meal- between 25-40 grammes
Start Strength Training with weights 2/3 times a week
Stop drinking; smoothies, juices, sugary drinks & latt

Tracy Dixon Mind & Body Fit
Jun 241 min read
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FREE WORKOUTS at First Place Fitness in Kendal... seeking individuals to take part in 'real time' filmed workouts
WHAT'S IT FOR?
I'm filming a range of different workouts for my YouTube Channel built around;
Integrity
Education
Real People
Sound Exercise & Fitness Principles
TYPE OF WORKOUTS BEING FILMED?
Strength Training- Getting started
Lifting Without Fear
Functional Strength for Real People
Strength to Look, Feel, Perform & Move Better
Fat Loss
Midlife Strength
Menopause Muscle
Strong Bones Strong Body
Stay Capable- Strength & Mobility

Tracy Dixon Mind & Body Fit
Jun 71 min read
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If my Doctor said to me "You've got to lower BMI, lose weight & body fat" (dangerous stuff around your waist).These are the 1st 3 things I would do for 6 weeks...
You're eating healthy, exercising & you know you need to lower BMI, scales weight & body fat.
This could be the request from your GP for lots of reasons (here's a few);
Reduce risk of Type 2 Diabetes
Improve Blood Pressure
Lower risk of Heart Disease & Stroke
Reduce Joint Pain & Osteoarthritis
Improve Sleep Apnoea & Breathing
Improve Fertility & Pregnancy Outcomes
Support Better Mental Health & Confidence
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The biggest deal with this is doing

Tracy Dixon Mind & Body Fit
May 242 min read
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"I felt 'stuck' - I slowly felt myself slipping away". Mel's Transformative Experience in 1:1 with Tracy...
Working 1:1 with Tracy gave me the space, structure & support I had been missing. Having dedicated time each week allowed me to focus on me â something I hadnât done for a long time. Together, we set goals based on where I was at, not where I felt I âshouldâ be & having someone to be accountable to made all the difference. On top of the physical training, Tracy helped me understand where I was going wrong with certain aspects of my nutrition. With just a few small, manageable

Tracy Dixon Mind & Body Fit
Feb 203 min read
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"I knew I needed to change"! Fiona looked at her holiday snaps- shocked. It was 12 months before she turned 40. This is what she did to lose over 3 stone & drop 3 dress sizes ...
Results!
Over the course of a year with classes including strength training, spinning and my new favourite- fit ball, I have managed to drop down 3 dress sizes and lose over 3 stone.
More Energy- Better Sleep
The change has meant more than weight loss, I have so much more energy and my sleep has massively improved, even my kids notice the difference in my energy.
Community- Support- Encouragement
Thank you, Tracy, for helping me achieve more than I ever imagined,

Tracy Dixon Mind & Body Fit
Jan 212 min read
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Nordic 4 X 4 VO2 Max Training- New Spin Class. What is it & Why Train in Aerobic Zone 2 & 5?
What is it?
This is called the Nordic 4 X 4 VO2 Max Training protocol.
It's a gold standard workout developed in the early 2000s by exercise physiologists at the Norwegian University of Science & Technology.
It's one of the most scientifically validated interval methods for improving aerobic fitness & capacity.
Book Your Bike
TEXT: 07709 594 947
Fridays 8.00-8.45am
New Spin Class VO2 Max Training- Nordic 4 X 4
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More on all Spin Classes here
https://www.

Tracy Dixon Mind & Body Fit
Jan 42 min read
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5 Step Plan- 'Reset' Insulin Sensitivity. Diagnosed pre-diabetic.. In 10 weeks Joyce lost weight, increased muscle mass & reduced her reading out of the danger zone...
I created a simple actionable daily framework for Joyce to follow.
In 10 weeks, her reading went down.
She lost one stone, feels stronger, more positive, healthier & happier.
âA big thank you Tracy for your encouragement & continued support. I do 2 chair classes & 2 strength training classes a weekâŚ
I wish I had started years ago! Believe me â if I can do this anyone canâ-Joyce

Tracy Dixon Mind & Body Fit
Nov 26, 20252 min read
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Why Spinning - Indoor Cycling is Beneficial & Inclusive for all Ages..
A five-year follow-up found that nearly half had not returned to their GP, & 57% avoided joint replacement surgery, highlighting the long-term efficacy of spinning.
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Low-Impact & High Calorie Burn
Indoor cycling is lower impact than running or step aerobics, making it gentler on joints yet still highly effective. A 1997 study by the American Council on Exercise found that spinning burns 7.5 to 19 calories per minute, comparable to a 7âminuteâmile run, but without the

Tracy Dixon Mind & Body Fit
Sep 2, 20252 min read
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Strength Training 101: 12 Week Beginners Guide (Science Backed) Plan, Structure, Nutrition, Recovery, Mindset, Progress Tracking...
Hereâs my science-backed beginnerâs guide to strength training designed to get you results in 12 weeks. It covers everything from the training, structure, recovery, nutrition, mindset & progress tracking.
đ§ What Youâll Learn:
1. What strength training is & how it builds muscle
2. How to structure an effective 12-week plan
3. Form & foundational exercises
4. Nutrition & recovery strategies
5. Common mistakes to avoid

Tracy Dixon Mind & Body Fit
Aug 3, 20253 min read
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FAT LOSS Blue Print. Evidence-Based Fat loss isnât just about the mirror-If you understand the WHY, Itâs easier to commit to the HOWâŚ
WHY FAT LOSS MATTERS:
Beyond the mirror!
Body fat isnât just about aesthetics. Itâs about living longer & ageing well.
Excess body fat is linked to chronic diseases.
Whatâs healthy & whatâs not?...
HEALTHY BODY FAT RANGES:
What is considered ok?
HOW TO REDUCE BODY FAT:
Backed by science- no fads or tricks just solid strategies for success.
Get lean the safe, healthy & sustainable way:

Tracy Dixon Mind & Body Fit
Jul 19, 20252 min read
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Protein 101: Daily Needs, Why it Matters, Exercise, Deficiency Risks, Top Sources for Vegans, Veggies & Carnivores...
Daily Protein Needs:
Women- 0.8-1.2g per kg of body weight
Men- 1.0-1.6g per kg of body weight
(Higher if you are strength training)
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Protein & Exercise- Why it Matters:
Ăź Helps maintain lean muscle during fat loss
Ăź Reduces muscle soreness
Ăź Boosts exercise recovery
Ăź Supports muscle repair & growth

Tracy Dixon Mind & Body Fit
Jun 26, 20251 min read
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Get stronger & change your body shape, condition & composition. New Strength Training Classes Launch 21st April- First Place Fitness...
Every movement you make is a symphony of your muscles working together.
Weak muscles & imbalances can cause a whole host of problems:
1. Increased injury risk- putting undue stress on tendons & ligaments
2. Pain & discomfort- causing pain in neck, back, shoulders & other areas
3. Poor posture- causing misalignment & strain on your joints
4. Reduced performance-affecting sports & activity results, slower & lack of power
5. Joint instability- affecting bala

Tracy Dixon Mind & Body Fit
Apr 16, 20251 min read
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5 Science-Backed Benefits of a Spin Class on Physical & Mental Health-Tracyâs Top 5 reasons to give indoor cycling a spin!
I absolutely love teaching & doing spin classes. I did my first class in 1994 & became addicted very quickly. I qualified & starting teachin

Tracy Dixon Mind & Body Fit
Feb 19, 20253 min read
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"From Sleep Apnoea to Success: How Allie Transformed Her Health, Strength, Endurance, Resilience & Lost 4 stone 9 pounds in 9 Months"
"From Sleep Apnoea to Success: How Allie Transformed Her Health, Strength, Endurance, Resilience & Lost 4 stone 9 pounds in 9 Months"

Tracy Dixon Mind & Body Fit
Jan 29, 20254 min read
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FIRST PLACE FITNESS 2025 Mind & Body Fit -January Class Timetable-
If you are ready to start fresh & have a mind body 'reset'
Or progress your strength & fitness results to the next level..
I'm here to sup

Tracy Dixon Mind & Body Fit
Jan 4, 20251 min read
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Being Strong Feels Good! Here's How You Can Achieve Greater Strength in 2025âŹď¸
Random workouts produce poor results!
Planned, structured, progressive strength classes guarantee you will achieve success.

Tracy Dixon Mind & Body Fit
Dec 12, 20241 min read
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