Until recently, it was believed that exercising on an empty stomach will burn more fat. However, it is now recommended that having a 150-calorie jump-start meal an hour or two before your workout is more effective for weight loss. The latest research in the International Journal of Sports Nutrition and Exercise Metabolism found that exercisers […]
Cellulite is the number one beauty concern for most women. It occurs when pockets of fat are trapped in the layer of connective tissue under the skin, causing a dimpled effect on the thighs, buttocks and tummy. A common myth is that cellulite is linked to obesity, but lean women can have it too. Cellulite […]
Increasing your exercise levels to help you shape up before your special day is fantastic, but it really is only half the story. In order to look healthy on the outside, as well as feel healthy on the inside, you need to feed your body with the nutrients it requires. To help maintain a lower […]
Good posture is probably the world’s simplest beauty secret. It makes you instantly look taller and slimmer. Just think of the elegance that ballet dancers embody. Your movements become easier and more graceful and your clothes hang better. You take in more oxygen, improving your skin and creating a wealth of new energy. The perfect […]
Are the sound of wedding bells getting ever closer? If so, let me first of all congratulate you and your partner on the start of a wonderful journey together. If you have just got engaged and you are worried about your current weight or body shape, don’t despair… It’s never too early (or late) to […]
Last month I wrote a blog highlighting the link between fizzy drinks and increased risk of strokes in women. This month I am the bearer of yet more bad news for these soft drinks. According to new research in America, downing 4 cans of diet fizzy drinks can raise the risk of depression by 30%. […]
The average gym-goer pays a hefty £20-£25 per session due to the infrequent use of their membership! If you need some motivation to kick-start your exercise regime, I may be just the person you need. I will help you to focus on realistic and achievable goals, giving you support and advice on the best way […]
A. To begin with, cutting out carbohydrates will help you to shed the pounds, but you’ll be losing water rather than fat and as soon as you start eating carbs again, the weight will pile back on. Cutting out any food group is never a good idea, so opt for better sources of carbs, such […]
A daily brisk walk helps switch on the hormone CRF, which protects your brain from memory decline, according to researchers at the University of Nottingham. So, come rain or shine, let’s get out and start moving!
Do you ever feel like there are simply not enough hours in the day? I’m sure most would agree that it’s a constant struggle trying to split yourself between the daily demands of family, work, friends etc. So how do you find time for yourself and, more importantly, time to exercise? Well, here’s a few […]