Thought doing weights was a simple as lifting and lowering with the correct form? Think again! The speed at which you contract into a move and release out of it – the tempo – seriously affects what you get out of it, even when it comes to body weight exercises. Slower movements with weight allow […]
Your body is a slave to your mind. Whatever your body does, it does because the mind commands it. However, we still don’t use our muscles to their fullest potential because we’re generally unable to activate them to this extent. When you’re doing exercises, try to focus on contracting and controlling the muscles you’re working […]
A dynamic warm-up is much more efficient at preparing your body for a workout, as well as preventing injury. Dynamic stretching sends blood to your muscles without inhibiting their strength. It allows the muscle to stretch through its full range of motion without holding the stretch point too long. Static stretches, which hold the stretch […]
Ask any of my clients and they will tell you that I’m constantly reminding them to ‘engage the core muscles’. But what does this really mean and why is it so important? In order to contract your core muscles, you need to imagine that your belly button is being pulled back towards your spine. This […]
Make sure you refuel the right way with these healthy snacks: 1. Chocolate milk Make your own by mixing 1-2 tablespoons of cocoa powder with 250ml milk. Research shows this combination provides better recovery than sports drinks! 2. Tuna or cottage cheese sandwich Make your sandwich using brown bread for a tasty, wholesome refueling snack. […]
There are many factors that could be impacting your runs – the wrong soundtrack, the cold weather, that extra muffin at lunch time – but form is without doubt the biggest culprit. Follow these simple steps to check yourself and make sure you keep perfect form: Posture – avoid slouching and stand tall throughout your […]
Cut just 100 calories a day. According to research, that’s all you need to ditch to beat belly bulge. Dropping this amount from your daily intake – for instance one biscuit, a fizzy drink, or a glass of wine – will help you lose about 12 pounds a year. And it’s a cinch to stick […]
Not all carbohydrates are an enemy. It’s the refined carbs (like white bread, white sugar, and sweets) that you need to avoid. They seem harmless, but they have been stripped of their macronutrient content and reduced to a simple sugar that your body quickly digests. The result is, your blood sugar spikes, your body pumps […]
Almonds are the perfect healthy snack. They can help curb your appetite and prevent you from eating too much at mealtimes. So add a stash to your handbag for hunger emergencies!
Many of my clients tell me that they are confused about how much they should (or shouldn’t) be eating. It can be very misleading when reading food packaging to gauge exactly how much is a recommended portion size. More often than not, restaurants and supermarkets lead us to believe that what they are selling is […]