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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 7‑minute‑mile run, but without the

Tracy Dixon Mind & Body Fit
Sep 22 min read


Strength Training 101: 12 Week Beginners Guide (Science Backed) Plan, Structure, Nutrition, Recovery, Mindset, Progress Tracking...
Here’s my science-backed beginner’s guide to strength training designed to get you results in 12 weeks. It covers everything from the training, structure, recovery, nutrition, mindset & progress tracking.
🧠 What You’ll 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 33 min read


Weak Glutes cause MAJOR issues. Are you suffering from one of these problems? Here’s my Top 5 Stability & Strength Exercises.
If your glutes are weak a whole host of problems can occur...
In my video I go through 5 exercises that will give you more stability & strength.
Building injury resilience into your day & rehabilitating issues.
So you can function & move well.
PAIN & INJURY RISKS
Caused by unstable joints & weak glute muscles:
Increased risk of ACL injury
Knee pain
Piriformis syndrome
Planter fasciitis
PLAN:
Complete each exercise 20 times on a daily basis for 4 weeks.
The exercises

Tracy Dixon Mind & Body Fit
Jul 91 min read


Graham was shocked when he was given 2-4 years left to live in 2017. 7 years on & still going strong. From Cancer Diagnosis to Resilience: How Exercise helped Graham live, thrive & survive!
The Question- Has continuous exercise helped in my battle with cancer?
I believe it has. Structured exercise has given me a positive focus and a sense of perspective beyond the cancer.
It has certainly helped me to tolerate the various drug regimes of chemo, hormone therapy and radiotherapy, with minimal side effects that other patients often seem to suffer. It is most interesting, but no surprise to me, that recent research is indicting that a structured exercise regim

Tracy Dixon Mind & Body Fit
Jun 144 min read


Sassy Step Follow Along Video Choreography- First Place Fitness Step Class
⭐SASSY STEP- Here is block 3 Tuesday night step choreo for you.
Part 1- I've broken down the steps
Part 2- See them at tempo with instruction
Part 3 - See reverse perspective
Part 4- Complete block rebuild to tempo

Tracy Dixon Mind & Body Fit
Apr 171 min read


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 161 min read


Top Health Benefits of Meeting the 2025 NHS 150 mins Cardio a week guide-Weight Management, Healthy Heart, Boost Brain Function, Reduce Stress. How to achieve it?
Here’s 4 science-backed reasons to crank up your cardio!
1. HELPS WEIGHT MANAGEMENT- How? Uses calories, improves metabolism, regulates blood sugar.
2. STRENGTHENS HEART & LUNGS- How? Lowers blood pressure, improves cholesterol levels, reduces the risk of developing heart disease, stroke & other cv conditions.
3. BOOSTS BRAIN FUNCTION- How? Enhances blood flow, improves memory & cognition, attention & can protect against age related cognitive decline
4. RE

Tracy Dixon Mind & Body Fit
Apr 111 min read


Thank you- I’m very grateful & humbled by your generosity & depth of feeling. Your donations have bought us this equipment for First Place Fitness....
You have all played a pivotal role in enabling me to bounce back.
I want to thank Mel Walmsley for setting up a Go Fund Me & everyone who h

Tracy Dixon Mind & Body Fit
Mar 291 min read


5 Science-Backed Benefits of a Spin Class on Physical & Mental Health-Tracy’s 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 193 min read


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 41 min read


Being Strong Feels Good! Here's How You Can Achieve Greater Strength in 2025⬇️
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


First Place Fitness is set to open it's doors on Friday 3rd January 2025 launching the New MIND-BODY-MOVE Mind & Body Fit Class Timetable
I'm ready to fling The First Place doors open on Friday 3rd January. I cannot wait to see you then in classes. . Click the link here to...

Tracy Dixon Mind & Body Fit
Dec 5, 20241 min read


Purpose, positivity & people power... you have got me through this last 2 months & I will be forever grateful...
I'm on the bike everyday & it feels incredible to push myself & get my heart rate up.
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I'm delighted to be in a position where I can open

Tracy Dixon Mind & Body Fit
Dec 1, 20241 min read


I’m working hard to realign & rebuild the sensations & communication between my mind, body, brain & central nervous system & it’s slowly coming round.
I'm feeling more like myself every day; walking outside, getting on the Spin bike & I've started class lesson planning all our favourites…

Tracy Dixon Mind & Body Fit
Nov 24, 20241 min read


Just over a month ago I couldn’t even say my name or recognise myself. Today my PJ's are off & my trainers are on!!
Just over a month ago I couldn’t even say my name or recognise myself. Today my PJ's are off & my trainers are on!!

Tracy Dixon Mind & Body Fit
Nov 17, 20241 min read


Mentally I have to keep my mind from galloping off track & leading me astray! BUT...I'm starting to feel a little stronger & a huge part of that is down to you...
My taste, smell & ability to hear/listen clearly are returning
I’ve created alternative end narratives to my recurring nightmares/dream

Tracy Dixon Mind & Body Fit
Nov 10, 20241 min read


Physical, mental & emotional pain is hard…(especially when you can’t exercise/train/workout)! Recovery is taking everything I have.... BUT...
Every message & connection I feel from you is like a powerful force field of energy lifting me higher every day…

Tracy Dixon Mind & Body Fit
Nov 3, 20241 min read


🟥 4 MAJOR STRENGTH TRAINING WINS 4 WOMEN- Are you aged between 35-85 years? You need to know these facts! (scientifically proven)
4 Key Strength Training Benefits for Women Aged 35-85: Essential Information You Must Be Aware Of (Backed by Science)

Tracy Dixon Mind & Body Fit
Sep 15, 20242 min read


PILATES for backs, hips & shoulders...
Going into immense detail & depth working with the most common pathologies.
As a result, I have created a specific Pilates Class to work wi

Tracy Dixon Mind & Body Fit
Jul 6, 20242 min read


Yoga Video & Poses- Relieve Stiff, Achy Legs🦵🏻
Try my 4 Yoga poses to release tension & restore muscle balance.
1- DANCER POSE- Good for quads, hips & balance.
2- LOW LUNGE- Good for hi

Tracy Dixon Mind & Body Fit
Jun 9, 20241 min read
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