Carmarthen teenagers ditch textbooks for dumb-bells

For an hour a day these two Carmarthen teenagers ditch their school books for dumb-bells.
Sixth form students Rhys Jenkins and James Bryan use some of their free lesson time to work out in the gym in a bid to keep fit and healthy.
Four times a week the 16-year-old QE High School pupils make the journey to the health club in Carmarthen Leisure Centre.
Rhys, who plays for rugby team Carmarthen Quins and James for Carmarthen Athletics, say being active helps them stay in shape, keeps them off the streets and gives them a longer life expectancy.
The pair also enjoy to train after school and work up a sweat in fitness classes Kettlebells and Funky Pump. As well as training both follow a healthy eating plan.
Rhys said: “Working out gives you the feel good factor and helps you stay fit and healthy. It also gives you a longer life expectancy and helps keeps me motivated having something to work for.”
Rhys’s eating plan includes plenty of protein such as chicken, tuna and salmon accompanied by salads or steamed vegetables. He also drinks water with each meal instead of tea and coffee.
He said: “Because of my rugby it’s important I eat the right things and drink plenty of water. I do have a cheat day where I’ll eat pizza, chips or fast food but aside that I’m quite careful generally.”
Their training programme includes using the treadmill, bike, cross trainer and cable machine.