<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[Personal Trainer Manchester ]]></title><description><![CDATA[Manchester personal trainer service, based in Northern Quarter. I also provide an online coaching programmes.]]></description><link>https://www.kerryoconnorpt.co.uk/blog</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 20:31:18 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.kerryoconnorpt.co.uk/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[Creatine: More Than a Gym Supplement — A Smart Choice for Body and Brain]]></title><description><![CDATA[Creatine: More Than a Gym Supplement — A Smart Choice for Body and Brain]]></description><link>https://www.kerryoconnorpt.co.uk/post/creatine-more-than-a-gym-supplement-a-smart-choice-for-body-and-brain</link><guid isPermaLink="false">697e7c0745fce64fde1ce08f</guid><pubDate>Sat, 31 Jan 2026 22:07:31 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/e3f523_6497905a853042b59e0c0d50710985a4~mv2.jpeg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Kerry O&apos;Connor</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[The perfect program]]></title><description><![CDATA[If you’re looking for the holy grail of gym programs, the one that solves everything, then you’re going to be dissapointed. There is no...]]></description><link>https://www.kerryoconnorpt.co.uk/post/the-perfect-program</link><guid isPermaLink="false">66f0450a56c81c8a8e6b0a9b</guid><pubDate>Sun, 22 Sep 2024 16:28:35 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/e3f523_24b9dfcb70e74e029d6827c657fc667a~mv2.jpeg/v1/fit/w_390,h_293,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Kerry O&apos;Connor</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Benefits of Using a Fitness Watch While Training: A Tool, Not a Perfect Solution]]></title><description><![CDATA[In the world of fitness and training, technology has become an invaluable ally to help us track our progress, set goals, and stay...]]></description><link>https://www.kerryoconnorpt.co.uk/post/the-benefits-of-using-a-fitness-watch-while-training-a-tool-not-a-perfect-solution</link><guid isPermaLink="false">668d499b792361d5c760777a</guid><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jul 2024 14:32:15 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/e3f523_62106accb76640d8938fc859e95b4d08~mv2.jpeg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Kerry O&apos;Connor</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[MOTIVATION vs DISCIPLINE]]></title><description><![CDATA[MOTIVATION vs DISCIPLINE Ever wonder the difference between discipline and motivation? It's simpler than you think. Motivation is that initial spark. It's the reason you started training, your first sprint towards your fitness goals. But it's not always there when you need it. On the flip side, discipline sticks around. Even on tough days, it’s that self-made promise you keep to yourself. It’s what keeps you moving forward even when the spark of motivation is nowhere in sight. In a nutshell,...]]></description><link>https://www.kerryoconnorpt.co.uk/post/untitled</link><guid isPermaLink="false">65f1cb5da32bb0932760db8f</guid><pubDate>Wed, 13 Mar 2024 15:51:53 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/e3f523_e8bb4d46c0d948968084c55a7ce1fb7f~mv2.jpeg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Kerry O&apos;Connor</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[MOMENTUM!]]></title><description><![CDATA[MOMENTUM MATTERS! When starting out on your fitness journey, the majority of us will find any excuse to fall off the wagon! One of the...]]></description><link>https://www.kerryoconnorpt.co.uk/post/momentum</link><guid isPermaLink="false">65c1e74d6c6a7caabd07804a</guid><pubDate>Tue, 06 Feb 2024 08:04:03 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/e3f523_6f1296aa412542629a23123565f59a74~mv2.jpeg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Kerry O&apos;Connor</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[STENGTH PHASES]]></title><description><![CDATA[Strength phases aren't just about lifting heavier, they’re an essential part of training for hypertrophy (muscle building)! Your central...]]></description><link>https://www.kerryoconnorpt.co.uk/post/stength-phases</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6548e222bbe64e941061be53</guid><pubDate>Mon, 06 Nov 2023 12:56:22 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/e3f523_01ee1177dca4451dbaaaf02d3ff6fdcf~mv2.jpeg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Kerry O&apos;Connor</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[SALT (SODIUM) TO IMPROVE HEALTH &#38; PERFORMANCE]]></title><description><![CDATA[Salt is something that has been demonised for years but when utilised properly it can be highly effective in improving performance and...]]></description><link>https://www.kerryoconnorpt.co.uk/post/salt-sodium-to-improve-health-performance</link><guid isPermaLink="false">64f5d3a05b8dd91ba9bd765d</guid><pubDate>Mon, 04 Sep 2023 12:57:06 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/e3f523_6fd07b764b374347908d5dee181dc978~mv2.jpeg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Kerry O&apos;Connor</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[MECHANICAL FAILURE vs TECHNICAL FAILURE]]></title><description><![CDATA[If you’ve been training for a while then you’ve probably heard a bit about training to failure. This is promoted but never really...]]></description><link>https://www.kerryoconnorpt.co.uk/post/mechanical-failure-vs-technical-failure</link><guid isPermaLink="false">64a2c2a718f7341f93d07e67</guid><pubDate>Mon, 03 Jul 2023 12:47:43 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/e3f523_6d9ffbf765fc4095be7370a63ca26b2b~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Kerry O&apos;Connor</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[TRAINING INTENSITY]]></title><description><![CDATA[Once you’ve decided on what days you’re training, what training split you’re going to be doing and what phase you’re going to be running...]]></description><link>https://www.kerryoconnorpt.co.uk/post/training-intensity</link><guid isPermaLink="false">648068b4be9b67c49fc2b9be</guid><pubDate>Wed, 07 Jun 2023 11:25:38 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/e3f523_39e651e252a24bb5aae31a1fa3a3d9f7~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Kerry O&apos;Connor</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[THE IMPORTANCE OF FOLLOWING A PROGRAM.]]></title><description><![CDATA[Are you struggling to see progress? Are you turning up to the gym thinking just being there is enough to see results? Winging it will...]]></description><link>https://www.kerryoconnorpt.co.uk/post/the-importance-of-following-a-program</link><guid isPermaLink="false">64648f1ff5771be0cc8f107c</guid><pubDate>Wed, 17 May 2023 08:26:28 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/e3f523_ecfa41e4b0154bb3aa4e9ffe19985b77~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Kerry O&apos;Connor</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[5 TIPS ON HOW TO IMPROVE YOUR SLEEP]]></title><description><![CDATA[As of recent, there’s been a lot of talk about sleep and how it can benefit your health and well-being. It is one of the most overlooked factors when someone is looking to progress whether it be mentally or physically.]]></description><link>https://www.kerryoconnorpt.co.uk/post/5-tips-on-how-to-improve-your-sleep</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6435854b2673bd62f4096d0b</guid><pubDate>Tue, 11 Apr 2023 16:12:53 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/e3f523_9963497e6d5b437bb2ca7b950f2294aa~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Kerry O&apos;Connor</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF BUILDING LEAN MUSCLE?]]></title><description><![CDATA[There’s more than meets the eye when it comes to training for strength &#38; muscle gain!]]></description><link>https://www.kerryoconnorpt.co.uk/post/what-are-the-benefits-of-building-lean-muscle</link><guid isPermaLink="false">64133219553d9aa1ee56f1e8</guid><pubDate>Thu, 16 Mar 2023 15:15:13 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/e3f523_ea5bed12154a4738951c6f0ee70fc35a~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Kerry O&apos;Connor</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[ONLINE PERSONAL TRAINING!]]></title><description><![CDATA[Are you looking for an experienced online personal trainer to help you reach your fitness goals? Then you are in the right place! As a certified personal trainer with over 10 years of experience, I am the perfect choice to help you get the results you desire.]]></description><link>https://www.kerryoconnorpt.co.uk/post/online-personal-training</link><guid isPermaLink="false">63d1916462b65d4011050b5f</guid><pubDate>Wed, 25 Jan 2023 20:32:11 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/e3f523_57dc50369ea44205b587ab0be746e935~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Kerry O&apos;Connor</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[WHY IS FAT LOSS A PRIORITY?]]></title><description><![CDATA[If your goal is to put on lean muscle or to better your body composition, then you should prioritise fat loss at the start of your training journey.]]></description><link>https://www.kerryoconnorpt.co.uk/post/why-is-fat-loss-a-priority</link><guid isPermaLink="false">63cfe72c996b6073599822ab</guid><pubDate>Tue, 24 Jan 2023 14:14:26 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/e3f523_4593fac04058483b989a9aeb6f735d1b~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Kerry O&apos;Connor</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[YOU CANT PUT A PRICE ON HEALTH!]]></title><description><![CDATA[This isn’t a sales pitch for personal training, far from it. This is a wake up call for people who do not value their health.]]></description><link>https://www.kerryoconnorpt.co.uk/post/you-cant-put-a-price-on-health</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6384a5d591355d187c0e3590</guid><pubDate>Mon, 28 Nov 2022 12:18:31 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/e3f523_0c9b460f85304eca9186372beb464adc~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Kerry O&apos;Connor</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[FIND YOUR WHY!]]></title><description><![CDATA[Why have you decided to join the gym?]]></description><link>https://www.kerryoconnorpt.co.uk/post/find-your-why</link><guid isPermaLink="false">62ebfa3049c6f0e0ceea2650</guid><pubDate>Thu, 04 Aug 2022 16:57:15 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/e3f523_1639d462c8fd4e87ab2ffb44515bc9f7~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Kerry O&apos;Connor</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Breaking Through a Fitness Plateau: 10 Ways to Regain Progress]]></title><description><![CDATA[You show up for every session. You track your nutrition and stick to the plan, but the scales won't budge, and your lifts have stalled. This frustrating standstill is a fitness plateau, and it’s the ultimate test of your mental drive.]]></description><link>https://www.kerryoconnorpt.co.uk/post/fitness-plateau</link><guid isPermaLink="false">62b228dbeba8cfeb2de48fa1</guid><pubDate>Sun, 17 Jul 2022 20:26:59 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/fd7c46_75fd5f772c30481da62b64950dc96470~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Kerry O&apos;Connor</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[IS BREAKFAST THE MOST IMPORTANT MEAL OF THE DAY?]]></title><description><![CDATA[In my opinion… it is! Having breakfast will determine how you feel for the rest of the day. Introducing carbohydrates early on will have...]]></description><link>https://www.kerryoconnorpt.co.uk/post/is-breakfast-the-most-important-meal-of-the-day</link><guid isPermaLink="false">62985e69ccd461ee0691f64b</guid><pubDate>Thu, 02 Jun 2022 06:55:47 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/e3f523_9b3274e101024a20a459ad3988410a5a~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Kerry O&apos;Connor</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[5 TIPS FOR FAT LOSS]]></title><description><![CDATA[1 - Track your calories. Find out what your maintenance calories are and reduce them 10-15%. You can take a more aggressive approach to...]]></description><link>https://www.kerryoconnorpt.co.uk/post/5-tips-for-fat-loss</link><guid isPermaLink="false">623866651a0cf1c77deee4c2</guid><pubDate>Mon, 21 Mar 2022 11:51:48 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/e3f523_78b4ab299873468db52468ae21283c4c~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Kerry O&apos;Connor</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[ARE YOU DOING THE RIGHT THINGS TO MAKE PROGRESS?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Metabolic adaptation is the process that occurs when your body is adapting to the environment you put it in. This can happen in a positive way, when we build muscle and burn fat or in a negative way, where we gain fat &#38; lose muscle. I know which ones I prefer!]]></description><link>https://www.kerryoconnorpt.co.uk/post/are-you-doing-the-right-things-to-make-progress</link><guid isPermaLink="false">620fc6550fae49ba97caaec3</guid><pubDate>Fri, 18 Feb 2022 16:18:17 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/e3f523_e913612cc7a8436e92fb1c31434c889e~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Kerry O&apos;Connor</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>