When it comes to exercise, a lot of people religiously check how many calories they are burning with each exercise. Some have goals of how many calories they want to burn in a day, some want to run enough to be able to counterbalance the chocolate bar they want to eat after. No matter whatContinue reading “How Many Calories Are You Burning?”
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Exercising and Its Effects On Your Mental Health
A lot of doctors today will recommend anyone struggling with their mental health should start some sort of exercise. Why is this and what impact does exercising have on our mental health? Exercise is scientifically proven to boost mood and decrease symptoms of depression and anxiety. Exercising picks up endorphin levels, the “feel good” chemicalContinue reading “Exercising and Its Effects On Your Mental Health”
Just Keep Swimming
I must admit I’m not a great swimmer, but recently I have found my love for it. I have found it a great way to unwind but exercise also, and after an intense gym session, it really helps to loosen off my muscles and cool me down. So what’s the benefits of adding swimming intoContinue reading “Just Keep Swimming”
Recovery Drink: Mocha Recovery Shake
Leading on from my post regarding recovery time when training, heres a fantastic combination of carbs, protein and caffeine in a shake for a post- training drink, to boost muscle recovery. Ingredients 4 tbsp espresso 8 tbsp low-fat Greek yoghurt 2 tbsp Chocolate Drink Powder 1 Banana 5 ice Cubes Place all ingredients in aContinue reading “Recovery Drink: Mocha Recovery Shake”
Recovery Time
As beginners we are so keen to get started with exercising that we forget that our body does also need time to rest. How often I would see the January New Years resolution gym joiners come into the gym, every day for the first 3 weeks before burning themselves out and not coming back forContinue reading “Recovery Time”
What Should I Train As A Beginner?
The scariest part of joining a gym or deciding to start training is beginning and knowing where to start. From my days as a fitness instructor, the look of fear on every newbies face makes a beginner easy to spot. But as they say “the journey of a thousand miles starts with a single step”,Continue reading “What Should I Train As A Beginner?”
Cidered Gammon Hotpot
So tonight I tried out a recipe from 200 Light Slow Cooker Recipes by hamlyn. I must admit I was a bit dubious about this one but it was delicious, and there is plenty left over for tomorrow’s lunch! Slow cookers are great for busy lifestyles as you can leave your food to cook whilstContinue reading “Cidered Gammon Hotpot”
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Low – Fat Chocolate Brownies
If you’re anything like me, the biggest sacrifice when healthy eating is having to limit sweets and chocolate! Heres a great go to recipe, for when you fancy a little treat, but without the calories. Makes: 16 Squares Preparation time: 35 Minutes Sift the flour and cocoa into a bowl. Add the remaining ingredients andContinue reading “Low – Fat Chocolate Brownies”
Staying Motivated
Its hard to fit something new into our busy schedules sometimes. Its also hard to make a new habit stick. Heres some ways to keep yourself going, after the starting novelty has worn off. Seek Peer Pressure – Join a group or train with a friend, having a time and date planned is a strongContinue reading “Staying Motivated”
