Getting down the gym and launching into an exercise programme is one thing. However before you start with a vigorous session of cardio or throwing around the plates you may want to consider a warm up. – Dynamic stretching combined with a short, moderate cardio exercise may actually help improve the effectiveness of your work…
We’ve decided to take a look at diet. We’re always looking at exercise and whilst getting fit and active is important, when it comes to weight loss what you eat is without a doubt the biggest factor. And when it comes to diet, if you are not getting all the nutrients, vitamins and energy that…
In the early noughties we were all subject to a new diet craze. Who can forget the change the Atkins diet promised us – simply cut out all carbohydrates and we could eat whatever we wanted and still lose weight. Was this a good idea? Surely we need some carbs in our life? Is ketosis…
Fat has had a bad reputation over the past few years. Many sources have pointed the finger at fats as one of the reasons behind the obesity epidemic. Although too much fat in the diet is dangerous, there are far more troublesome factors such as sugar intake. In fact, fat is possible one of the…
The UK used to be a drinking society, but this has not been the case over the past decade or so, with a marked decline in pub culture. According to a government survey conducted in 2017 more young people than ever have become teetotal with around 25% of 16-24 year olds now saying that they…
Have you ever sat there and thought about changing your life? If you are unfit or you are carrying a lot of weight then this can seem like a journey with far too many steps. However, there could be a Japanese philosophy that could help you out. Kaizen is usually applied to business process and…
Everyone wants to make a change from time to time but our lifestyle conflicts with giving us enough free time and energy to make this change happen. We might be unhappy with our weight, or feeling tired in the morning and losing energy all day, or your doctor has suggested to reduce body fat and…
Last time out we looked at emotional eating. Treating yourself when you feel good and stuffing your face when you feel bad is no way to live life and retain the health you need for all of your challenges. But then we had a thought. What is the normal way to eat? Or more importantly…
Week Five Mood: Getting there and getting on Weight: 102.3 kg (16.1 stone) Diet Overview: Dreading the cheese-fest –and the chocolate. Additional Activities: Regular jaunts on the bike have ceased Doing well Getting towards Christmas and I have had a big project on – and have not had time to do my regular exercise sessions.…
Thinking about 2018 Fitness Resolutions? When the blast of Christmas is over, we all love to make promises to ourselves. Changes in behaviour that are long overdue now start sliding into the frame. Thanks to the excesses of the seasonal break, which are laced with alcohol, fine foods and dusted with a whole ton and…