Metabolism is the process by which your body converts what you eat and drink into energy. Even when your body is at rest, you are still using energy for basic functions such as breathing, circulating blood and repairing cells. The energy your body uses for these basic functions is called your basal metabolic rate. There are […]
Eating protein the right way can help support muscle growth, as well as making recovery after a tough session easier. If you’re skimping on protein, it can be hard for your body to get the fuel it needs to maintain lean muscle.How & When to Eat Protein: Common MistakesIt’s really easy to be confused about […]
Has it been a while since you worked out regularly?. Maybe now you’re wondering how to start exercising (or start up again) when you haven’t followed a training program for a while. How do you go from no exercise to working out regularly, and where do you start?Wanting to be more active or to improve […]
Let’s be real. Life can be CRAZY busy. Whether you are working full time or running around after your kids and living that mom life, sometimes the last thing you want to do is carve out time to prep a whole week’s worth of food for yourself. As hard as it is to make that […]
The Importance of Setting GoalsStarting our fitness goals can be a daunting task especially if you are only starting out on your journey, or you may have achieved some of your goals and you need to set some more. There is no shortage of benefits that come about as a result of setting fitness goals. Having clearly […]
I love Christmas, how about you? However, whether we like it or not it can be a bit crazy sometimes….. Here are a few simple suggestions that I believe will help us through the moments of madnessRelax the stress of shopping for family members in favour of sharing special moments and experiences. Why not treat your buddies […]
How to Balance Your Social Life With FitnessOne question that often pops up for me is getting asked how I manage to live a social life while staying fit.SIMPLE.. It’s called BALANCE I don’t promote strict diets, no alcohol and not going out. We all have to live and have fun! I enjoy nothing more […]
Avoiding Temptation at Christmas TimeChristmas is the season for being merry with all the tempting food and drink involved with Christmas parties and family gatherings, it’s hard to avoid a little festive indulgence.From mince pies and chocolates, to mulled wine and champagne, everyone has their favourite seasonal treat, but once we remember all in moderation, […]
There are so many options and trends out there when it comes to healthy eating, so it’s understandable if you sometimes get confused about which nutrition approach will best suit you and your goals.A healthy lifestyle should be all about balance, this is one of the key factors for reaching your goals. A healthy lifestyle […]