Dragos Blog

Reformer, fitness and a guide to Maltepe

In-depth guides written by our trainers on reformer Pilates, fitness, group classes, nutrition, recovery and life in Maltepe–Dragos.

O'Wellness Dragos locker room — Cevizli, Maltepe
Membership & Club Life

The O’Wellness Dragos membership guide: options, coverage and privileges

The O'Wellness Dragos membership guide: the process, your complimentary trial session, the club tour, what is included, paid extras and the freeze policy.

25.09.2026 · 18 min read
O'Wellness Dragos strength training area — Cevizli, Maltepe
Fitness & Strength Training

What is strength training and why should everyone do it? The science explained

What is strength training, how does the body adapt, and how many days and sets do you need? The science, sample programs and practical advice from Dragos'.

25.09.2026 · 21 min read
O'Wellness Dragos terrace and lounge area — Cevizli, Maltepe
Maltepe & Dragos Guide

A guide to sport and healthy living in Maltepe’: gyms, the shoreline and parks

A Maltepe sports guide: seaside running and walking routes, Dragos Hill, the cycling path, outdoor areas, seasonal planning tips and how to get there.

25.09.2026 · 21 min read
O'Wellness Dragos spa and massage area — Cevizli, Maltepe
Recovery & Healthy Living

A guide to recovery: the half of training that matters just as much

A guide to post-exercise recovery: sleep, nutrition, active recovery, sauna, pool, massage, foam rolling, deloads and the warning signs of overtraining, all in one article.

25.09.2026 · 21 min read
O'Wellness Dragos café area — Cevizli, Maltepe
Nutrition & Weight Management

Sports nutrition 101: an essential guide for everyone who trains

The fundamentals of sports nutrition: energy balance, how macros work, pre- and post-workout meals, hydration and supplements. Consult a dietitian for a personal plan.

25.09.2026 · 22 min read
O'Wellness Dragos one-to-one training — Cevizli, Maltepe
Personal Training

What is personal training? A 360-degree guide to one-to-one coaching

What is personal training, who is it right for, and what happens in the first session? A complete guide to one-to-one training in Maltepe Dragos: program, pricing and results.

25.09.2026 · 23 min read
O'Wellness Dragos group class studio — Cevizli, Maltepe
Group Classes & Yoga

Group class guide: get to know all 20 formats at Dragos’ in one article

What are group classes? All 20 formats at Dragos, one by one: Pilates, yoga, HIIT, cycling and mobility. An intensity table, how to choose by goal and a sample week.

25.09.2026 · 21 min read
O'Wellness Dragos strength training area — Cevizli, Maltepe
Fitness & Strength Training

A beginner’s guide to the gym: your first 30 days at Dragos

A 30-day plan for gym beginners in Maltepe Dragos': a week-by-week program, choosing classes, managing muscle soreness and the mistakes people make most often.

25.09.2026 · 23 min read
O'Wellness Dragos group class studio — Cevizli, Maltepe
Reformer Pilates

What is reformer Pilates? A complete beginner’s guide from Maltepe Dragos

How the reformer works, who it suits, what happens in your first session and when you can expect results: a complete beginner's guide from the Dragos trainers.

25.09.2026 · 10 min read
O'Wellness Dragos strength training area — Cevizli, Maltepe
Fitness & Strength Training

A Training Plan by Life Stage: How to Adapt Your Program as Life Changes

A practical framework for adapting your weekly training through your twenties, thirties, forties, and parenthood.

24.09.2026 · 8 min read
O'Wellness Dragos group class studio — Cevizli, Maltepe
Group Classes & Yoga

Warm-up before and cool-down after group classes: a 10-minute routine

Instead of rushing in and out, a short preparation and finishing routine improves performance and recovery.

23.09.2026 · 7 min read
O'Wellness Dragos strength training area — Cevizli, Maltepe
Fitness & Strength Training

Keeping a training log: the simplest way to measure progress

What to record and how to use it. Spot plateaus with a training log and adjust your programme with real data.

21.09.2026 · 7 min read