It’s no secret that an increase in body fat is often linked to an increase in morbidities. But is fat the only measurement that should be considered when determining if we are ‘healthy’ or not? No – in fact far from it. When we embark on a journey of transformation or aiming for an improvement […]
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Low carb. High protein. Caloric restriction. High fat. Intermittent fasting. New or old, diets have emerged, been proven, disproven, and resurrected for as long as they have been known. With all this information, it’s no wonder that people struggle with knowing what truly is right for them and will achieve the best results. As such, […]
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One of the most sought-after prizes of any gym routine or workout plan – a wash-board 6-Pack. Many try, and many fail, and it’s hard not to. When there are so many articles giving you the “secret” to a 6-pack, or the quick-fix approaches, it’s difficult to know what will truly work to unlock the […]
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Losing any amount of fat mass is a massive feat, but keeping it off as part of a normal lifestyle can without a doubt – be a challenge. So how can you keep the fat at bay that you have worked so hard to lose? It’s important to understand that the ‘1200 calorie’ diet for […]
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Correct technique is one of the most critical aspects of any resistance training program, and is essential in maximising safety and performance in the gym. We’ve chosen 3 exercises that commonly feature in most training programs that you might not be performing correctly. 1. Push Ups A cult-classic in the gym setting, push-ups have stood […]
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Immune boosting chicken soup recipe Prep Time 10 mins Cook Time 10 mins Total Time 20 mins Course: Entrée or main Servings: 6 Entrée or 3 main Author: Teresa Cutter, The Healthy Chef WHAT’S GREAT ABOUT IT: Garlic, turmeric and ginger are potent detoxifying and antiviral herbs to help the body get rid of toxins, […]
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Mind over matter, and form over figures! The importance of correct technique in resistance training
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Mind over matter, and form over figures! The importance of correct technique in resistance training. “What’s your max deadlift?” “How much can you bench press?” “I can curl 20kgs for each bicep, what about you?” If you’ve ever been asked one of these questions before and were apprehensive to answer because you weren’t lifting weights […]
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Are you using DEXA to accurately measure your clients body composition and help them achieve their fitness goals? Here are 5 Key reasons you need to use DEXA in assisting your clients. 1. Know your clients starting point How can you determine the success of your clients training program without measuring from where they first […]
Osteoporosis is one of the leading causes of fractures in men and women over 60, with 42% of women over 50 likely to suffer from an osteoporotic fracture. Women who have entered menopause are at more risk of osteoporosis than women before menopause due to the decrease in oestrogen levels, so looking at ways to […]
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Whether it be an exasperated grunt getting out of the chair, or a little bit of an extra push with the arms at the same time, age brings about a lot of changes to your body. Over time, naturally muscle mass and strength will decrease with age, and activities that once took no effort might […]