Information | Sign in/out at Macclesfield Performance
We are delighted to inform you that we are undergoing a series of updates and upgrades at Macclesfield Performance and Run Macclesfield, with each intended to enhance your experience as a visitor or member of our gym.
With an increase in coaches, classes, courses, treatments and open gym time to our timetable it has become apparent that we need a more sophisticated signing in and out system at MP.
To ensure the safety of all on site and to also enhance the professionalism of our service to you, we felt that a comprehensive system with individualized coding was the only way forward.
We may be a small independent facility but we have huge aspirations and your 100% customer satisfaction is at the heart of every decision we make.
Over the next few weeks your coaches, instructors and sports therapists will be trained in our new signing in system. They will then be setting out to ensure that every member and visitor to the gym has signed in and signed out on each visit.
Those that are regulars to the gym such as “members” will receive an invitation to download our partner app next week, which will store their individualised QR code for quick and easy sign in/out. This will be sent by email to all on our members list so if you do not receive one and you are a member please let us know.
Even if you have been sent the QR code, you will be prompted on first visit to sign in manually to complete your member profile. From then on a quick scan of your code both in and out of the gym will suffice.
One-off visitors such as “pay-as-you-go” customers and personal training clients who do not use the gym as a member will be required to sign in as a “guest” on arrival using a simple 4 step process of which takes just a few seconds of your time.
“Sign in” will be clearly marked at the front of the gym at the top of the stairs, we ask that everyone does their best to get in the habit of this as soon as possible and so in an effort to get you all in to a good routine. We will be running a series of sign-in/out competitions once the system is fully active. Keep an eye open for more details on this.
In the meantime we ask all members to keep a look out for their invitation and to complete the download process as soon as they recieve it.
Many thanks from all the team at Macclesfield Performance & Run Macclesfield.
Course | February 2020 Couch To 5km
With the new year just around the corner we find that many people tend to be looking forward to fresh starts and new goals.
In our recent end of month giveaway we asked you to tell us what your 2020 training, fitness, competition, challenge, healthy lifestyle goals were and we were overjoyed by the responses. You guys have some seriously awesome plans for next year!
At Macclesfield Performance & Run Macclesfield we too, have some really exciting plans for 2020 and we are chomping at the bit to get them rolling in the new year. We are saving some of the bigger and newer things for another day but today we want to tell you that our ever popular “Couch To 5km” course will be kicking off in February and we can’t wait to see our new runners join us for this one!
Run Macclesfield have been leading couch to 5km courses now since 2014 and each course has been a huge success. With fitness and running newbies of all ages and each with different reasons to attend, our new runners have all progressed through the weekly sessions and gone on to achieve great running routines, some even taking part in running events and challenges.
As the years have gone by our coaches and run leaders experience in leading these courses has meant that we have created a unique and highly successful course designed to help even the weakest and slowest of new runners, transform into 5km superstars.
We’ve created a course for you!
Each individual not only builds up their running ability but they learn about their own running style and are educated on training from day one. Next year will be no exception and we have even added even more to our course for your enjoyment and to help you with your achievement.
Movement screening and biomechanical assessment with Run Macclesfield coach Emma and MP Sports Therapist Tom.
Once booked all attendees will be invited to our C25K introduction evening. You will get to meet your course leaders and others that have booked to start with you. Have an opportunity to ask questions, learn about the course and our facility, have help deciding what clothing/footwear you will need, meet with our in house sport therapist Tom and talk with him about any concerns you have and even have a biomechanical screening in preparation for your new 8 week running programme. We will help you set off on the right foot (pardon the pun) to ensure you get all you need from our C25Km course at Run Macclesfield.
What does the course involve?
Our C25km is a progressive 8 week course, under the tutelage of our UKA Leader in Running Fitness (LiRF) Richard. Who endeavours to offer you full support and programming during your learning period.
The support at our C25Km courses doesn’t stop with the bare bones of the session plans and weekly group runs. Your leader Rich is on hand throughout the 8 weeks to offer you all kinds of support and you even receive 8 weeks of “Core & Mobility” sessions to attend at Macclesfield Performance if you wish to as part of your course content amongst lots of other helpful hints and tips along the way - laying you the perfect foundations for your new found healthy hobby.
History has proven with all of our previous C25Km courses that by end of the course you'll be tackling the distance without a moment’s thought, a fully fledged and more than capable 5km runner!
Yes - YOU!
When & Where?
Your course content includes two coached runs a week, Monday and Wednesday evenings at 18:30. Meeting at Macclesfield Performance on Gunco Lane, Macclesfield, and a homework run to do in your own time. Don’t worry if you aren't able to attend every single session as we have plans in place to ensure you never fall behind.
Kicking off on Monday 24th February with your exclusive introduction evening and then run sessions officially starting on Monday 2nd March.
Over the last 5 years we've delivered 16 courses with over 260 course graduates. These runners have gone to achieve plenty more impressive milestones and goals with us. These include…
Continuous weekly club running with Run Macclesfield.
Involvement in other courses at Run Macclesfield & Macclesfield Performance
Park Run participation.
10km obstacle courses and local events.
Regular trail running.
Half Marathons - both road and trail.
Marathons - both road and trail.
Regular gym attendance at Macclesfield Performance.
Fat loss, better health, new found self-confidence and improved physical fitness.
Join us for our incredible 2020 Couch To 5km course by booking your place now!
Information|Christmas & New Year open times.
Tis the season to be jolly and we think after the success of 2019 you all 100% deserve to be!
We also know that many of you think of MP as a merry place to be and the thought of being away from it for too long is actually something that fills you with dread, that’s why we’ve made sure that we have still got plenty on our timetable for you all, even during the quieter times over Christmas and New Year.
Christmas & New Year 2019
Monday 23rd December
Open Gym 07.00-11.00
MetCon 07.00-08.00
Open Gym 16.00-21.00
WOW 19.00-20.00
Tuesday 24th December (Christmas Eve)
Open Gym 07.00-11.00
Wednesday 25th December (Christmas Day)
CLOSED
Thursday 26th December (Boxing Day)
CLOSED
Friday 27th December
Open Gym 07.00-11.00
Open Gym 16.00-20.00
Saturday 28th December
Open Gym 08.00-12.00
Sunday 29th December
CLOSED
Monday 30th December
Open Gym 07.00-11.00
MetCon 07.00-08.00
Open Gym 16.00-21.00
WOW 19.00-20.00
Tuesday 31st December (New Years Eve)
Open Gym 07.00-11.00
Wednesday 1st January (New Years Day)
CLOSED
Thursday 2nd January
Open Gym 07.00-11.00
Open Gym 16.00-21.00
PADS 17.00-18.00
Friday 3rd January
Open Gym 07.00-11.00
Core & Mobility 07.00-08.00
Open Gym 16.00-20.00
Saturday 4th January
Open Gym 08.00-12.00
Sunday 5th January
CLOSED
*NB - The above could see minor changes/additions nearer to the dates. In that instance this post will be updated. So check in regularly to stay up to date.
Black Friday at Macclesfield Performance
That’s right… We’re jumping on the “Black Friday” bandwagon and why not? You deserve it! ;)
The little difference is, Macclesfield Performance is an independent business with a very open and transparent price list, meaning unlike many other Black Friday sales you are 100% guaranteed that we won’t be putting our prices up, before offering you a discount.
So what’s on offer we hear you say? Check out our list of discounts below.
1 Day Offers - Friday 29th November 2019 - Between 07.00 -19.00
20% off all memberships paid as an annual payment.
12 months : Elite Membership £480 from £600
12 months : Standard Membership £384 from £480
12 months : Open Gym Membership £240 from £300
12 months : Run Macclesfield Membership £240 from £300
12 months : Elite Family Membership £1,144 from £1,430
Pay now train later? All annual memberships purchased using this discount will have an “open start date” up until 1st January 2020 meaning if you have already paid up to the end of the year you don’t have to miss out!
Also making this offer great as a Christmas gift and January incentive for loved ones.
15% off 10 run coaching sessions with Run Macclesfield coach Emma. Includes a FREE 4 week online programme complete with home workouts and tailored runs and training zone programming to suit your goals.
10 x 121 running coaching sessions plus 4 week plan : £255 from £335
1/3 off personal trainer Mandys’ recently launched “30 Quick & Healthy Recipes” e-book.
FlexFit Ebook Price : £4.00 from £6.00
Up to 40% off Macclesfield Performance & Run Macclesfield branded clothing.
If you would like to be first in line to take advantage of any of these limited time offers click below and let us know what you’d like more information on and how to get your hands on these awesome discounts next friday!
Nutrition | 30 Quick & Healthy Recipes
As regular gym-goers, you know that smart and consistent training is what we need to keep fit and healthy.
But it’s not just about training!
Developing a strong and capable body or a lean physique can only be achieved with both training and a healthy, nutritious diet. If you want to reduce body fat, build muscle or become more powerful and athletically advance yourself, carefully considered meals are essential. Exercise alone will not produce the results that you might like to see.
But we are all busy people, right? We have jobs, relationships, commutes, children, houses, and it can be very hard to manage it all! Often it’s our diet that suffers as we try to keep up with all the responsibilities we have. And I want to help you fit delicious, nutritious food into your busy lives.
I have just released a book full of quick and healthy recipes for gym-goers who want to maximise the impact of their workouts!
The book includes tasty meals that are super quick to make:
🔥 5 breakfasts choices, 6 small side plate dishes, 14 mains, and 5 desserts
🔥 the recipes are easy to make and high in protein
🔥 they include a mix of meat, fish and vegetarian recipes
🔥 there is full nutrition information for each recipe including calories, protein, carbohydrate, fat and fibre
🔥 And a barcode on every recipe so you can scan the meal into MyFitnessPal if you use it!
Some FlexFit clients have already started to use my recipes and have said
"The Turkey chilli from the new recipe book was so tasty and super easy to make - thanks Mandy 💪" - Gemma Smith
"I’ve currently got one recipe in the oven (sprouts with cranberries), one in the freezer (no bake protein bars), and one in the fridge (overnight oats) 🤗 Love it!" - Abbi Sneldon
I love talking about my book, so if you have any queries about what’s in it, or how it can help you, feel free to catch me at Macclesfield Performance and ask me anything! I’m always happy to talk about food!
I have a special coupon code for Macclesfield Performance Members so ask for the code at the gym and get 10% off each copy bought. Printed copies can be delivered to the gym, or if you’d prefer a digital copy, ebooks are available for download.
For those of you that are price savvy, the ebooks are half the price of the printed copies. You can download straight away, and prop your tablet up on the kitchen worktop to get cooking!! 💥
Love and Strength,
Mandy, FlexFit 💝
Testimonial | Client Nicole
Tom was recommended to me by Macclesfield Performance after I experienced a displaced clavicle fracture that was not healing well. At my first session with Tom I was still in a lot of pain and had significant restrictions on my normal movement. Tom took time to understand my injury and the issues I was facing. He provided me with a structured programme of exercises, that I could work on from home and that we used in the sessions to assess my progress. Tom uses the PhysiApp, which was really useful to remind me when and how to do the exercises he assigned me and my mobility improved from the very first session. My shoulder and arm have also benefited from Tom’s sport massage to release the muscles that have become weak and tight following my injury. Tom is professional and highly knowledgeable; he has helped me to understand how my injury has affected my body and with advice on working with other healthcare professionals within the NHS to optimise my recovery. Thoroughly recommend Tom for anyone in need of sports rehabilitation!
Session Information | Yoga with Emma
Yoga at Macclesfield Performance is lead by EmaYoga and is a disciplined yet light-hearted and enjoyable way to enjoy yoga classes.
Emma mixes Hatha and Vinyasa to stretch, tone and warm the body.
Her classes work every muscle and joint, unlocking greater mobility, flexibility and improve range of motion as well as giving mental calm and focus.
Emma likes to lead pure and simple yoga classes designed to be accessible for anyone - of any age, flexibility or ability. So if you are new to Yoga or looking for a greater challenge, then these classes are for you.
Our weekly small group Yoga classes at Macclesfield Performance are like no other. Combining the energised and exciting environment of Macclesfield Performance while enjoying the benefit of Yoga in an informal, friendly and fun space - “Each class is different and challenging to your own ability.”
Emma’s unique approach to her yoga sessions is precisely why we have asked her to join our team, she can often be found hanging out in Manchester Airport offering Yoga for staff in the busy terminal.
Emma’s energy blends beautifully with Macclesfield Performance and in to the sessions she leads here.
Tuesdays: 09.30-10.20
Information | Getting started at MP
We receive many enquiries every week at Macclesfield Performance. The most common question is “how do I join and what does signing up entail?”
It occurred to us that for us, this is a simple every day occurrence but to many the first step, and joining up to a gym, can often be quite confusing and concerning especially where of course hard earned money is involved.
One thing you can count on at Macclesfield Performance and Run Macclesfield is we are honest, open and upfront with information. We like to leave no uncertainty or concerns for our members.
We have decided to list below, the most common process for signing up so you know exactly what to expect if you decide to pay us a visit and/or join one one of our memberships in future.
One off sessions
Booking a one off session is easy. Simply head to our booking page and choose what you’d like to do, choose the number of people joining you, have your card at the ready and pay the classes/course/open gym fee.
Membership
Signing up to a membership package is much the same as booking a one off session. Choose your package, fill in your contact details and input your card details.
Members do not need to book classes if their membership package includes classes, just show up and join in.
a) Your first payment will be taken immediately from your account.
b) You will receive a confirmation email. Make sure you keep hold of it.
c) You will be invited via email to download and join our “Sign In Companion App” there you will be given a 5 digit pass number to to set up your Members QR code or quick and easy access to MP.
c) If you have chosen a membership package then this is a payment subscription. Payment for this will leave your account on the same date each month.
d) Remember we said to keep hold of your confirmation email? You can use this email to cancel your membership at any time. You will see there is a link on that email for cancellation. There are no fees or early exit charges. We do not offer refunds but as you pay in advance of the month you have the whole month to enjoy what you paid for should you decide to leave at any time.
Some of our membership packages come with additional perks such as discounts and freebies. If any of these interest you and match your subscription be sure to get in touch for more information.
Discounts include
Money off 121 coaching and personal training.
Money off sports therapy, rehabilitation and sports massage.
Free posture and movement screening with in house Sports Therapist Tom.
Access to courses and programmes only available to certain level members.
Still not sure of what to do?
Give us a call or drop us a line to arrange for one of our staff to show you around and talk you through our timetable and your options at Macclesfield Performance and Run Macclesfield.
Session Information | Cyclone 60
Cyclone 60 is a 1 hour indoor cycling session bought to you by Macclesfield Performance. Designed to complement our existing Cyclone 30 sessions held on Mondays and Fridays. Cyclone 60 is an endurance engine session.
The sessions work on an 8 week structured programme cycle, building muscular endurance, pedalling efficiency, developing your ability to produce force in an encouraging and enjoyable environment.
Led by MP coach Sam Yarwood. Sam is an all round bike-nut. Cyclone 60 sessions are without a doubt hard work, but Sam will make sure that you learn lots and make big gains in your endurance. Calories will be burned, technique will be improved, guidance and motivation will be provided and results will be seen!
Those who attended our regular indoor cycling sessions have seen measurable improvements in:
Cardiovascular fitness.
Reduced body fat.
Personal progression.
Improved power & performance.
Confidence and direction with their training.
Each session applies structure and teaches consistency, to gain the best possible results. Participants become efficient at tapping into different energy systems and maintaining power effectively as they work hard each week to meet their own benchmarks. At Cyclone you don’t just assume the workout is doing you good, you see yourself get better as the group regularly sets goals be be achieved.
We lead our Cyclone 60 sessions from Hulleys Spin Studio, Club AZ, AstraZeneca, Macclesfield. Tuesdays: 18.30-19.30
STARTING TUESDAY 1ST OCTOBER!
Information | Movement Screenings
Traditionally, movement screenings were a tool used in hospitals and physiotherapy clinics to identify imbalances, functionality and asymmetries in the musculoskeletal system. The main function, to prevent injury by identifying and improving any dysfunction, and programming specific exercises to correct these movement patterns.
So why are they rarely implemented in training environments?
My earliest knowledge of movement screening was the Functional Movement Screening program at university as part of my Sports Rehabilitation Degree. However, by that point I had been playing contact sport and training in a gym since I was 14 years old. It therefore begs the question, why, as a teenager was I not put through a simple movement screen in one of these training environments? Could I have potentially avoided significant injuries if I was aware of my own movement patterns?
At Macclesfield Performance we implement our own individualised movement screening program to ensure that you are proficient enough to perform certain exercises and movements specific to strength and conditioning. We implement this to;
a) Prevent and limit the chance of injury.
b) Ensure you have the technical ability to perform certain exercises that are crucial for S&C programming.
Movement screenings are not about picking out every little flaw in your body. It is about educating and empowering you and optimising your training. So, if you’re having doubts and thinking “why would I need a movement screening? I’m just a runner or I just do a conditioning class” then you are mistaken!
Everyone from your average Joe to your elite athlete will benefit from a movement screening, whether it be to improve your running style, or to ensure you are performing certain exercises correctly, every level of performance can be assessed and improved, even movements performed in day to day work life can be assessed and improved.
The movement screenings here at MP are 1-2-1 based, therefore allowing a more individualised analysis of your movement performance. All the coaches at MP are trained to carry out movement screenings and are all trained in a variety of fitness backgrounds.
Myself, I am a Sports Rehabilitator by trade with a background in sports injury rehabilitation, strength and conditioning and exercise rehabilitation, with a degree in sports conditioning, rehabilitation and massage. With additional experience in private practice and with professional sports teams, I am well equipped to take you through your movement screening.
If you would like more information, please contact me on tbsportsmassage@outlook.com.
Or book now via the our “Performance Assessments" tab on our booking page.
Are you an MP Elite Member?
Gain a free movement screening as part of your “Elite” membership package. Contact us for your “100% off" booking code.