Welcome to your September edition of the Balmain Fitness Monthly Pulse – your go-to source for the latest in fitness, wellness, and healthy living.
Top Fitness Trends of September 2025
Here’s what’s shaping the fitness world this month: Strength Training for All. Strength training is no longer niche – it’s a staple for all ages and especially empowering for women in midlife.
We know many people are seeing exciting changes in their health and weight lately, and it’s great to see members so focused on feeling better and moving more confidently in their bodies. As your fitness community, we want to gently remind you that sustainable weight loss isn’t just about the scale—it’s about strength, stability, and long-term health. When your body loses weight quickly, it can also lose muscle. This is why strength training becomes absolutely essential. Maintaining (or building!) muscle:
- Supports your metabolism
- Improves energy and function
- Protects your joints and bones
- Enhances your posture and movement
- Helps prevent the “bounce back” of unwanted weight gain
If you’re seeing the numbers drop, now’s the perfect time to prioritise resistance training in your weekly routine. Whether you’re lifting weights, doing bodyweight exercises it’s all about keeping your body strong, balanced, and healthy. Our team is here to guide and support you every step of the way. If you’re not sure where to begin or want to tweak your current routine, just have a chat with one of our coaches. We’re always happy to help.
Let’s make strength your superpower!
Healthy Recipe of the month
Zesty Quinoa & Chickpea Salad
Ingredients:
- 1 cup cooked quinoa
- 1 can chickpeas (drained & rinsed)
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1 red capsicum, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions:
- Combine quinoa, chickpeas, cucumber, capsicum, and parsley in a bowl.
- Whisk lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Pour dressing over salad and toss well.
- Chill for 30 minutes before serving.
- Perfect for meal prep or a post-workout refresh!
Trainer Spotlight - Meet Paula
Hi, I’m Paula, one of the personal trainers here at Balmain Fitness. I’m excited to be part of the Balmain Fitness community and to help you take your training to the next level!
With over 20 years of experience as a personal trainer in London and Sydney, I’ve worked with people of all ages, fitness levels, and goals. My passion for health, movement, and feeling your best is what led me into this career – and it’s what drives me every day to help others feel stronger, fitter, and more energised than ever.
My approach is all about creating training programs that are realistic, enjoyable, and tailored to you. Whether you’re working toward a specific goal, training for a sport, or just want to feel better in your everyday life, I’ll support you with a mix of resistance training, nutritional guidance and sport-specific coaching -recent examples include dedicated programs for running, HYROX, tennis, and sailing.
Outside the gym, I love trail running, relaxing at the beach, and enjoying great food and wine – because fitness should enhance your life, not take it over!
Ready to shake off winter and kickstart your fitness goals? Book in now this September for a free 30 minute personal training session exclusively for new clients. I’d love to meet you. Come say hi on the gym floor or reach out to book a session.
📧 Email batemam.paula@gmail.com or chat with the team at reception – let’s get you moving toward your best self.
See you in the gym!
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