Fitness, reformer and Sarıyer guide
In-depth guides from our trainers on reformer pilates, fitness, group classes, nutrition and recovery.

Reformer pilates after 50: bone density, balance and joint health
How does pilates after 50 support bone density, balance and joint health? A safe start, how spring resistance works, and weekly frequency recommendations.

What Is the Total Body Class? A Whole-Body Workout in One Session
What is total body training, which muscle groups does one session work and how many times a week should you do it? The structure and levels of the O'Wellness Sky Total Body classes and tips for fitting them into your programme.

The Tabata Protocol: Can You Really Get Results in 4 Minutes?
What is Tabata, how does the 20-10 protocol work and can a 4-minute block really make a difference? The structure, levels and points to watch in O'Wellness Sky Tabata classes.

Rowing Training: Technique and Benefits in the O’Row Class
What are the benefits of rowing training, and how is the correct pull technique applied? The structure of the O'Wellness Sky O'Row class, the muscles used and a suggested weekly programme.

What Is Indoor Cycling (Spinning)? What Happens in O’Ride Classes?
What is indoor cycling, how does it differ from spinning, and how do heart rate zones work? We explain the structure of O'Wellness Sky O'Ride Cycle classes, who they suit and how often to take them each week.

What Is HIIT and How Does It Work? The EPOC Effect and Weekly Frequency
What is HIIT training, how does the EPOC effect work and how many times a week should you do it? The structure, benefits and points to watch out for in the O'Wellness Sky O'Hiit classes.

Group classes or personal training? A comparison by goal and budget
Choosing between group classes and PT depends on your goal, your budget and what motivates you. We compare the two options at O'Wellness Sky on cost, flexibility and results.

Body Composition Analysis: Body Fat, Muscle Mass and Measurement Methods
Why body composition analysis is more reliable than the scales, and which methods measure body fat and muscle mass; a guide to accurate measurement and interpretation from O'Wellness Sky.

Squat Technique: Knee, Hip and Spine Alignment Step by Step
A step-by-step answer to the question of how to squat; a guide to correct squat technique with knee-hip-spine alignment, common mistakes, variations and set/repetition recommendations.

The First 4 Weeks for Gym Beginners: What to Do and What to Avoid
The right steps for your first 4 weeks as a gym beginner, the mistakes to avoid and realistic expectations; a step-by-step starter guide from the O'Wellness Sky trainers.

12 questions to ask when choosing a personal trainer in Sarıyer
Before choosing a personal trainer in Sarıyer, you need to ask about certification, experience, programme approach and facilities. 12 key questions for finding the right trainer in the Skyland Istanbul area.

Training in the Morning or the Evening? A Comparison in Terms of Performance, Sleep and Habit
Which is more effective, a morning or an evening workout? A comparative guide in terms of performance, sleep quality and the sustainability of the habit.