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How Wearing Colourful Fitness Gear Can Motivate You
Posted on 26 July 2023
Wearing colourful fitness gear can be a powerful motivator for your workout routine. Not only can it make you stand out in the gym, but it can also give you a boost of confidence and make you feel good about yourself. When you look good, you feel good. This...
Sculpting Your Glutes: The Top 7 Exercises for a Stronger and Toned Behind
Posted on 21 July 2023
Dreaming of a firm and sculpted booty? Look no further! Your glutes, the largest muscle group in your body, play a crucial role in overall lower body strength and stability. Whether you want to improve athletic performance or simply feel confident in your favorite jeans, we've got you covered. In...
Cardio Vs Weights For Weight Loss
Posted on 02 January 2023
When it comes to weight loss, one question that often comes up is whether cardio or weights is the best approach. The truth is, both cardio and weight training can be effective for weight loss, and the best approach for you will depend on your individual goals, preferences, and lifestyle....
Planning Your New Year Fitness Goals
Posted on 30 December 2022
As the new year approaches, many people set resolutions to get fit and improve their health. If you're looking to get in shape in the new year, here are some tips to help you get started: Set specific, achievable goals: Rather than setting a vague goal like "lose weight,"...
Royal Mail Black Friday Delays
Posted on 02 December 2022
We are getting a lot of emails chasing up orders placed on Black Friday week. Any orders placed after 2pm on Wednesday 23rd November would not have been physically shipped until Monday 28th November, Royal Mail were striking on 24th and 25th November meaning no collections were made until...
10 Ways To Boost Your Mental Health
Posted on 26 June 2022
Mental health affects us all in different ways. As humans, we all have times where we feel down in the dumps are stressed or scared. Most of the time, these feelings can pass, but sometimes they can develop into stronger issues that need to be tackled.
Tikiboo x MDUK New Partnership
Posted on 25 January 2022
Guest Blogger Martin Hywood from MDUKSynergy Leads to SuccessI’ve said many times before how I’m not an educated writer, creative writing is something I started doing in my mid-40s, luckily though, I am surrounded by talented people that write far better than I ever could and one of those people...
Tikiboo Announces New Charity Partnership With Muscular Dystrophy UK
Posted on 25 January 2022
Tikiboo has teamed up with Muscular Dystrophy UK to launch a new range of activewear as part of their charity partnership.The collaboration will see four different activewear designs launch across 2022, and each is themed around raising awareness of muscular dystrophy.There are more than 70,000 people across the UK who...
Tikiboo Raises Over £95,000 For Breast Cancer Now
Posted on 25 February 2021
In an amazing 2 year partnership Tikiboo is pleased to announce that we have raised a grand total of £95,390 for Breast Cancer Now. We cannot thank our customers enough for helping us achieve such an amazing total, to put it into perspective this is what the money could buy:...
Tikiboo and Mr Motivator launch a fabulously funky activewear range
Posted on 21 November 2020
In their mission to boost body confidence and make workouts more fun, Tikiboo has collaborated with Mr Motivator to launch a funky new activewear collection. This fabulously '90s LYCRA line for autumn/winter 2020 features unapologetically bold patterns and colours popularised by fitness guru Mr Motivator, aka Derrick Evans.Making his debut on...
Postage Delays During COVID-19 Crisis Update
Posted on 20 April 2020
Just a quick update, as we are getting inundated with emails about post taking longer than normal to arrive.We are so lucky that a lot of our customers have watched the video that we made on Facebook that Royal Mail is currently behind on their deliveries. We thank each and...
Workout Of The Day: Keeping Fit On Lockdown
Posted on 19 March 2020
As many of us are now in isolation, it would be really good for us to share home workouts and videos. If anyone has any good workouts post them in the comments and let's get sharing! It is crucial at this time that we keep active and keep our spirits...
A note from Alzheimer's Research UK
Posted on 26 February 2020
Tikiboo is delighted to partner with Alzheimer's Research UK, the UK's largest dementia research charity. Find out more about our partnership in this guest blog from Alzheimer's Research UK.
5 Years Of Tikiboo
Posted on 09 February 2020
5 years. Five years since I sat on our sofa with a laptop (while living in Ashford, Surrey), clicked the 'publish' button in nervous anticipation and launched the Tikiboo website into existence.
Read more to find out about the evolution of Tikiboo from the point of view of Co-Founder, Daniel Jobbins
Read more to find out about the evolution of Tikiboo from the point of view of Co-Founder, Daniel Jobbins
When Tikiboo Align Astrology and Athleisure
Posted on 29 January 2020
Whichever star sign you are, you can escape the stresses of modern-day society with Tikiboo’s brand-new Galaxy collection which will bring some temporary ethereal calm.
Is Monochrome The New Black?
Posted on 06 January 2020
Tikiboo’s first instalment of the monochrome range takes inspiration from abstract and geometric prints, to create a chic collection for those looking to experiment with a tad more colour and add monochrome patterns to their traditionally all-black wardrobe.
Shop Now, Pay Later With Klarna at Tikiboo
Posted on 07 November 2019
At Tikiboo we believe workouts can be enjoyable, that’s why we have teamed up with Klarna to help your shopping experience be enjoyable too! If you haven’t heard about Klarna before, have a quick read of this blog to get all of the important deets…What is Klarna?Gone are the days...
It’s Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Posted on 03 October 2019
When was the last time you checked YOUR boobs?Breast Cancer remains one of the most common cancers in the UK, with around 55,000 women diagnosed each year. So, as it’s Breast Cancer Awareness Month, we want to remind our Tikiboo tribe to pay attention to their best assets and give...
How To Do The Perfect Plank
Posted on 06 August 2019
Want to make sure you're using the correct form during your plank? This great exercise works all of your abdominal muscles, arms, and legs if executed correctly, so read here to find out more.
Professional Tips To Make Sure Your Sports Bra Fits Properly
Posted on 30 July 2019
Wearing a correctly fitting sports bra is one of the most important things a woman can ensure when exercising. Tikiboo provides some useful tips to measure and ensure you have the right level of support for the type of exercise you are doing.
Tikiboo Win Triple Gold At The 2019 Running Awards
Posted on 13 May 2019
After recently attending The 2019 Running Awards, we were thrilled to receive the Gold accolades for ‘Best Online Retailer - Own Brand’, ‘Best Customer Service - Own Brand’ and ‘Best Women’s Clothing Brand’.
Tikiboo Launches New Sesame Street Collaboration
Posted on 16 January 2019
Relive your childhood with Tikiboo’s new Sesame Street activewear collection For fitness fanatics looking to combine childhood nostalgia with standout activewear, Tikiboo are delighted to announce the launch of their exclusive Sesame Street collection in January 2019. Featuring well-loved characters such as the Cookie Monster, Big Bird and Elmo,...
What Really Happens To Your Skin During Winter: Tips On Keeping Your Skin Healthy and Happy During The Cold Snap
Posted on 09 January 2019
With the winter months drawing in, taking extra care with your skincare regime is a must. Are you familiar with dry skin and chapped lips? Dr Matthew Moore, the Medical Director and Skin Specialist behind the new premium skincare range for active people, CJ Skinhealth, shares his expert knowledge on...
New Limited Edition Snowflakes Medal
Posted on 15 November 2018
Tikiboo medals are back! And you can get 20% off our awesome range if you complete this challenge! The 2nd in the Mini-Me series! The Snowflakes Based on our hugely popular Christmas collection, the Snowflakes have been one of our fastest selling prints to date and the medal is strictly Limited Edition so do not delay!...
Best Leggings For Glowing Under UV Light @ Clubbercise
Posted on 24 October 2018
Clubbercise is taking over! With a huge explosion of new classes across the country, everyone is talking about it and (more importantly) everyone is frantically shopping for bright lycra to get their glow on! So what exactly is Clubbercise? Think "healthy rave"! It's a 1 hour long choreographed class to...
Should I Exercise If I Have A Cold?
Posted on 23 October 2018
If you are feeling under the weather, it can be tempting to try to ‘sweat out’ the illness. However, before battling your cold with a workout you need to think how severe your symptoms are and if exercising could exacerbate your illness.
Witness The Fitness Event @ Moka Crawley
Posted on 06 October 2018
Tikiboo are very excited to announce that we are proud sponsors of Witness The Fitness coming in November 2018. One day fitness event hosted by Chrissy Harper & Jo Cooper held at Crawley’s MOKA nightclub. Team of some of the UK's best fitness presenters coming to Crawley to deliver you...
Latest News & Updates
Posted on 05 October 2018
There has been lots going on at Tikiboo HQ this month so we wanted to update you on what's been happening. We have moved into our new office now so if anyone is in the Windsor area you may see upon your travels. Give us a knock and say hi! Today...
Tikiboo 10k Limited Edition Medal
Posted on 13 September 2018
Limited Edition Who wants a Mini leggings Medal to match the Tikiboo exclusive range of rainbow print activewear The Challenge is to run, walk or cycle 10K at your own pace wherever you normally run or train. It doesn’t need to be all in one go and whilst you don’t have to be wearing...
Running in the Sun — Top Ten Tips for Keeping your Cool
Posted on 10 July 2018
Here comes the sun …… the skies are blue and temperatures are soaring. Summer is a wonderful time of the year to get out and enjoy the great outdoors but some runners may not agree. The heat can make even the fittest of athletes struggle. The most important thing is...
A Beginner’s Guide to Weightlifting
Posted on 25 June 2018
How does a toned, muscular, lean and strong physique sound to you? Keen to achieve the same honed results as your Insta influencer of choice? Us too! If this is you, it’s about time you stepped away from the ol’ cardio machines and picked up a barbell. Weightlifting is...
How Often Should You Work Out?
Posted on 18 June 2018
One of the most common questions that trainers and coaches hear in the gym relates to workout frequency. If you are trying to get fit, should you work out every day? When does working out become overtraining? Can you exercise too much, or should you push yourself? The...
Tikiboo Wins Gold At The Running Awards 2018
Posted on 20 April 2018
Funky fitness and activewear brand Tikiboo celebrates today after taking home the top accolade at The Running Awards 2018 on April 19th at O2 London.Tikiboo was named best female clothing company in the annual awards voted for by solely by the running community. Additionally they scooped the bronze award for...
How to Naturally Improve your Energy
Posted on 16 April 2018
Many of us suffer from that well-known feeling of TATT – Tired All The Time! In fact, it's one of the most common complaints that GPs hear from their patients, who often feel depleted because of a lack of quality sleep, poor diet and a build-up of stress. So,...
A Beginner's Guide to Macros Counting
Posted on 10 April 2018
How does a diet that allows you to enjoy cookies, ice cream and pizza, the odd glass of red and even a Saturday-night takeaway sound to you? No, not all at once – let's be realistic! The macro diet, also called flexible dieting, throws away the notion of calorie...
How to Choose the Right Workout Clothes
Posted on 01 April 2018
Exercise is an essential part of a healthy lifestyle and the good news is that there are hundreds of ways to fit some kind of activity into your lifestyle (hurrah!). Some people build this into everyday life, combining exercise with tasks such as walking the dog (as if you...
The Best Stretches for Post Workout
Posted on 01 April 2018
When it comes to exercising, whether you're a gym bunny or a professional athlete, you know that you should warm up and cool down either side of your activity and stretch at the same time. You may avoid it, but deep down you know you need to. To...
How to Avoid Food Guilt This Easter
Posted on 29 March 2018
Easter is approaching again, with all that chocolate-eating and lounging around over the bank holiday long weekend. Good food abounds with family roast dinners, hot cross buns for brunch, cheeky cocktails or a great glass of wine as the day progresses and, of course, a conveyor belt of...
A Beginner’s Guide to Running
Posted on 26 March 2018
The benefits of running are so great, running is like a drug that’s readily available to everyone. And that's the beauty of this form of exercise – anyone can do it, and everyone can change their life simply by putting on a pair of the right shoes and...
The Most Common CrossFit Injuries and How to Avoid Them
Posted on 19 March 2018
When you get into CrossFit for the first time, you'll notice a few things: how incredibly fit you get in a short amount of time, what a steep learning curve there is (AMRAP WODs, anyone?), how strong the community is and how the topic of injuries is never...
The Best Fitness Retreats You Need to Go On
Posted on 27 February 2018
If you’re feeling bogged down by the humdrum, mundane nine-to-five life and are looking for an escape or are struggling to get back on that workout wagon, investing a little time and money into a fitness treat might be the way to slam your fitness goals and get a...
A Beginner’s Guide to Meal Prepping
Posted on 21 February 2018
Ahh, a whole blog post dedicated to food – what’s not to love?! Food prep, meal prep – whatever you call it, it’s a super handy way of helping to keep you on track with your nutrition goals. Whether you use it to prepare all of your meals for...
Valentine’s Day: Why It’s Important to Love Yourself First
Posted on 12 February 2018
The day of love is fast approaching and, as all the focus seems to be on making your other half happy or being showered with acts of affection, we think it’s time to turn the attention to ourselves, and ensure that, in a world that puts everything everyone does...
How to Work Out at Home with No Equipment
Posted on 06 February 2018
If you’re keen to start a new fitness programme but you don’t want to fork out lots of money on the gym or want to avoid being tied into a contract, your best bet is to do at-home workouts. If this is you and you’re not sure where to start,...
28 Habits for a Healthy Life
Posted on 24 January 2018
What do healthy people have in common, apart from a zest for life and glowing skin? Usually, there’s dedication and motivation behind them, and a whole host of healthy habits that keep them on track, whatever the day of the week. They also make health a priority. We explore...
How to Increase Your Confidence at the Gym
Posted on 15 January 2018
Stepping foot in a gym can be incredibly intimidating, let alone getting sweaty and flustered, feeling inadequate next to GI Jane or terrified of the bro room. We are here to help you. You should feel confident to strut into the gym and lift those weights, regardless of how heavy...
How to Start Your New Health and Fitness Journey
Posted on 10 January 2018
Starting a new health and fitness regime can sometimes be daunting; it’s hard to know where to start, how hard to push yourself and how to fit something altogether alien into your already busy life. Then you need to work out how to make it part of a lifestyle, rather...
How to Get Back on Track after a Blow-Out Christmas
Posted on 03 January 2018
If you didn’t see our blog ‘how to stay on track with eating healthy this festive season’, you may be finding that you’re not feeling as fresh as you were before Christmas. We are with you. And so we have devised a handy list to get back on track and...
Top 10 Fitness Accessories Everyone Needs
Posted on 18 December 2017
Arguably, you can work out as long as you’ve got a pair of trainers, but these days there are many gadgets and accessories on the market, not only to make you look good and feel good – there are things that actually help you exercise, making it easier. Who doesn’t...