Next Generation Personal Training

28/08/2026

Happy 30th Birthday Hollie Sillence - Finally!

We thought this one deserved a little shout-out. 🎈

Anyone who knows Hollie knows the last couple of years haven’t been easy. But watching her push through, come out stronger and still achieve the goals she set herself has been amazing.

We are, (yes including Darren 😉) incredibly proud of the work she’s put in. Not just in the gym, but in life. She works hard, keeps going and never stops pushing herself.

Hollie, we hope you have the most amazing 30th birthday surrounded by the people you love.

You deserve it! 🥂💛

We have lots of lovely photos of you, but thought this one would suit today - 30 before 30 🧠💪

27/08/2026

Happy birthday to Darren 🫶

The guy with the brains behind so much of what we do. 🧠💪

He works bloody hard, always wants to improve and genuinely cares about helping people become stronger, fitter and more confident.

So today, we celebrate you! 🥳

Happy Birthday, Daz! 😉

Here’s to another year of big ideas, big lifts and hopefully a little less work! 😂💪

25/08/2026

We might be away. But the circuit training class at Room 13 Fitness is still going ahead as normal at 6.15pm this evening. Get yourself down there and get a sweat on!!

17/08/2026

Let us let you into a little secret… 👀

Just because we have a background in sport and strength, doesn’t mean we only coach athletes.

In fact, the majority of our 1-1 clients are 40+ and do not compete!

We have coached powerlifters, kickboxers, strongman athletes… but we also coach mums, dads, and everyday people who simply want to get stronger and feel better in themselves.

Yes, we strength train. 💪
But no, we not turning everyone into a strongman competitor! 😂

We train for their goals, getting stronger, moving better, building confidence, improving fitness and staying capable as we get older.

Heres Lianne 👇

A wife and a mum of two. Does not compete. Just wants to get stronger, and on friday hit a new PB. 👏

Strong mum 💪

Strength training is for everyone, not just athletes.

And that’s something we are pretty passionate about.



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06/08/2026

Strongman isn't just for elite athletes or people lifting massive weights. You don't need years of experience to get involved.

At Room 13 Fitness our in-house competitions are designed for everyone.

Whether it's your first time touching a log or you're an experienced competitor, the events and weights can be adapted so everyone has the opportunity to challenge themselves.

Why take part?

💪 Step outside your comfort zone
💪 Try new strongman events
💪 Build confidence
💪 Learn skills
💪 Support your teammates
💪 Be part of an incredible community

Last year was incredible. Seeing everyone encouraging each other, pushing past their limits, and having fun reminded us what our community is all about.

Whether you're competing, volunteering, or cheering from the sidelines, we'd love to have you with us. 🧠🚀

We have an amazing mental health charity involved, come along, have a chat and get involved with the tandem which is for everyone! 💪

🚨 Our Log & Axle Competition is back... and it's BIGGER and BETTER! 🚨

We have added in an extra category

💪 Ladies Intermediate
💪 Men's Intermediate

BUT THATS NOT ALL....

We're proud to have Together We Lift joining us on the day with their Tandem Deadlift.

Grab a partner and take on the rising bar challenge for just £30 per pair, with every penny going directly to Together We Lift to support mental health.

This isn't about winning, it's about lifting together.

The tandem deadlift can't be lifted alone. It takes communication, trust and teamwork. It's a powerful reminder that we don't have to face life's challenges on our own.

Pair up with a friend, family member, training partner or even someone you meet on the day.
Jump in whenever you're ready and be part of something bigger than the competition its self.

Let's bring our community together, raise awareness for mental health, and show just how strong we are when we support each other.

To sign up to either The Log & Axle Open 2026 or the Tandem deadlift, click the link below to find the details and payment links 👇
https://strengthregister.com/competition/the-log-axle-open-2026

📆 27th September 2026
📍 Room 13 Fitness

03/08/2026

🚨 Our Log & Axle Competition is back... and it's BIGGER and BETTER! 🚨

We have added in an extra category

💪 Ladies Intermediate
💪 Men's Intermediate

BUT THATS NOT ALL....

We're proud to have Together We Lift joining us on the day with their Tandem Deadlift.

Grab a partner and take on the rising bar challenge for just £30 per pair, with every penny going directly to Together We Lift to support mental health.

This isn't about winning, it's about lifting together.

The tandem deadlift can't be lifted alone. It takes communication, trust and teamwork. It's a powerful reminder that we don't have to face life's challenges on our own.

Pair up with a friend, family member, training partner or even someone you meet on the day.
Jump in whenever you're ready and be part of something bigger than the competition its self.

Let's bring our community together, raise awareness for mental health, and show just how strong we are when we support each other.

To sign up to either The Log & Axle Open 2026 or the Tandem deadlift, click the link below to find the details and payment links 👇
https://strengthregister.com/competition/the-log-axle-open-2026

📆 27th September 2026
📍 Room 13 Fitness

31/07/2026

Next Generation & Room 13 Fitness have signed up to Independent Gyms UK & Ireland conference competion to raise money and awareness for Together We Lift

For anyone who doesn't know, Together We lift are a mental health movement built around strength sports and fitness. Their mission is to bring everyone together, raise awarness and support mental health.

To help us raise as much as we can our The Log & Axle Open 2026 will be in aid of Together We Lift. They will be joining us on the day with their Tandem Axle bar where we will see who has the biggest tandem deadlift, but also spread the message that Together We are stronger. Without communicaton and trust, you cant lift the bar. 🧠💪

If you'd like to sign up to The log & Axle details can be found on StrengthRegister.com

https://strengthregister.com/competition/the-log-axle-open-2026

We are so proud to see our logo amongst some of the biggest and best coaches and events this sport has to offer.

If you can't make it to The Log & Axle, you can still make a donation using the link below. 🙏

https://www.zeffy.com/en-GB/donation-form/room-13-together-we-lift

29/07/2026

One of the biggest mistakes I see is people treating sandbags and atlas sandstones the same when shouldering them.

This is exactly why I've spent so much time running "all things sandbag" workshops, 1-1 and small group training, watching people go from fighting the implement to moving it with confidence has reminded me that good technique will always beat simply trying harder.

Sandbags and atlas sandstones may both be awkward objects, but they require different techniques.

A sandbag is soft and shifts as you move. You can often be more aggressive with the lap and drive because the bag moulds around your body.

An atlas stone bag is solid and unforgiving. Position, grip, patience and timing become much more important.

Understanding the difference will help you move more efficiently, lift more confidently and reduce unnecessary energy loss.

Master the technique for each implement instead of assuming they're interchangeable. Strongman is about learning to work with the implement in front of you not forcing every lift to look the same.

This last event, Kirsty came 2nd, by attacking the atlas sandstone with the "Hands off method" as you can see in the video, with confidence saving time and energy. This secured her poduim spot! 🙌




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28/07/2026

4 Nations championships - Natrual Strongman 2026 👱‍♀️🇬🇧

Kirsty Binge in the U57kg taking 3rd place overall. Great performance! Expecially in the overhead event, 50kg barbell into 25kg Circus dumbbell for reps! Event win 💪

After Event 2, Kirsty was sitting in 3rd place, right in the fight for a podium finish. We knew it was going to be a close battle for that poduim spot and with every event the standings could change.

When Kirsty dropped to 4th overall, she had a choice: let it knock her confidence, or stay composed and focus on what she could still control.

Going into the final event, Kirsty knew she had to be quick and trust the plan. Event 5 placing 2nd, it was enough to secure the podium spot she had been chasing. 🙏🧠 💪




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