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[2 Jan 2012 | No Comment | 110 views]
Kettlebell Fat Busting Workout

Dynamic Mobility Warm-up
Partner work:
P1: Snatches (30secs per arm)
P2: High Knees
60seconds work the swap. Once both partners have completed both exercises then 60seconds rest.
Complete 3 rounds
Then:
P1: Cleans (swap arm after 30secs or perform using double KB)
P2: Sprinter Lunges
60seconds work the swap. Once both partners have completed both exercises then 60seconds rest.
Complete 3 rounds
Then:
P1: Jerks (swap arm after 30secs or perform using double KB)
P2: Mountain Climbers
60seconds work the swap. Once both partners have completed both exercises then 60seconds rest.
Complete 3 rounds
Then:
P1: KB Bottoms Up Crush Press-ups
P2: Dead Cockroaches
60seconds work the swap. Once …

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[14 Jul 2011 | No Comment | 271 views]
Is Exercise More About “Calories In” Than “Calories Out”?

Is Exercise More About “Calories In” Than “Calories Out”?

Most people believe that it is somehow possible to create a sustainable caloric deficit by burning calories through exercise.This is why treadmills and exercise bikes display calories and many folks obsess about burning those “extra calories” (often only to eat or drink them right back).Although exercise is certainly not the panacea for weight loss, there is no doubt that a substantial number of folks may experience very significant weight loss after taking up a regular exercise program.I, however, have long suspected that …

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[5 Jan 2011 | No Comment | 772 views]
10 Reasons NOT to Eat Sugar!

Sugar, in it’s many forms, is an increasingly common ingredient in processed foods.
Many of us eat the equivalent of 53 heaping teaspoons of white sugar every day!
Here are ten reasons to avoid refined (white) sugar:
1. Sugar contributes to tooth decay because it decreases the effectiveness of a particular type of white blood cell that “eats” bacteria.
2. Sugar causes the body to release more adreralin, which may explain hyperactivity in young children.
3. Calcium loss in urine occurs when a person consumes a soft drink containing sugar.
4. Ingesting sugar makes the …

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[9 Nov 2010 | No Comment | 629 views]
Eat Your Way to Beautiful

Good Foods for the Hair, Eyes & Skin
Eat a well-balanced diet; avoid or limit substances that increase the signs of aging or that may cause nutrient deficiencies, like cigarette smoking or alcohol consumption; live a healthy lifestyle. This advice will contribute to healthy hair, skin and eyes. In addition, eating specific foods high in nutrients used to keep those specific areas of the body healthy will maintain your appearance and improve your nutrition.
Vitamin E Foods
Vitamin E is a potent antioxidant, and the American Dietetic Association explains that it plays significant …

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[5 Nov 2010 | No Comment | 650 views]
Comfy Hearty Winter Food

With the winter well and truly upon us, I wanted to share one of my favourite meals. This is so versatile can have for lunch or dinner. Great way your five a day, rich in protein, iron and fibre. All the nutritious goodness in a bowl. Yes Soup…
Here is a recipe of one my favourites soup. Easy to cook and home and can be frozen in portions for lunch or dinner (tea as its know up north).
LENTIL AND VEGETABLE SOUP
Makes 4 servings
Ingredients
225 g (8 oz) red lentils
1 1/2 litre (3 …

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[14 Oct 2010 | No Comment | 342 views]
Training Programme of the Week

This workout will get your juices flowing. It is sure to get the sweat on and get you into shape. With your perseverance YOU WILL ACHIEVE YOUR GOAL.

Start with a good dynamic mobility warm-up. As an example click here for a video. Should take you approximately 5 minutes.
Then a quick little circuit:
10x Double handed Kettlebell Swings
10x Single handed Kettlebell Swings (Left and then Right)
10x Press-ups (doing these on your knees are okay with me)
10x Lunges (again 10 on both left and right)
10x Crunches
Just complete as many sets as possible in …

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[19 Aug 2010 | One Comment | 895 views]

Good Food Choice
Bad Food Choice

Whole, natural foods
Processed foods (containing added sugar, trans-fats, etc.)

Fiber-rich snacks, such as Almonds
Processed foods (containing added sugar, trans-fats, etc.)

Nuts/Almonds
Chips, cookies, treats, brownies, donuts, pretzels, etc.

Fruit
Soda, juice, candy, etc.

Vegetables
French fries; Any deep-fried side dish or appetizer

Extra serving of vegetables
Extra serving of starchy carbohydrates

Lean protein
Fatty cuts of meat; fried meats; high-sodium lunch meats

Low-fat dairy
High-fat, high-sugar dairy; milkshakes, ice cream, etc.

Green Tea
Coffee, soft drinks, sweetened beverages

Water, Sparkling Water
Coffee, soft drinks, sweetened beverages

Unsweetened Iced Tea
Coffee, soft drinks, sweetened beverages

Raw Vegetables
Bread with butter

Lean Stir-fry; Steamed vegetables and meat
Chinese/Asian food (battered)

Grilled; baked; …

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[22 Dec 2009 | No Comment | 1,302 views]
Fitness FAQs

Fitness FAQs
1. What are the main benefits of exercising?
2. How often should I exercise?
4. How can I maximize my metabolism through exercise?
5. What are mobility based exercises and how will this help me with exercising?
6. Why is it important to warm up and cool down in a workout?
8. How can I increase my flexibility?
9. Why is it important to stretch before and after a workout?
10. Why is it important to drink water before, during and after exercise?
12. What are the telltale signs of dehydration during exercise?
14. What is interval training and …

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[22 Dec 2009 | No Comment | 711 views]
Diet FAQs

Diet FAQs
1. What is BMI?
3. Why is breakfast the most important meal of the day?
4. How can I achieve my 5 a day?
5. How important is water for good health?
6. How can I prevent dehydration?
7. Why do we need carbohydrate in our diet?
8. What are healthy carbohydrates?
9. How can I increase my carbohydrate intake?
10. What are good fats and bad fats?
11. How can I cut down on my fat intake?
12. How will protein help me?
13. Where can I find …