Getting fit, losing weight and living a healthy lifestyle are goals that millions of people around the world are currently trying to achieve. For some people, will-power and discipline are all that are needed for success. However, most people require a little helping hand now and then, which is why they turn to nutritionists, expensive […]
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Spelt & Wild Mushroom Risotto 2015-03-26 08:12:42 Serves 4 This autumnal risotto has a wonderful nutty flavour and is low in fat too. Write a review Save Recipe Print Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 35 min Total Time 35 min Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 35 min Total Time 35 min Ingredients 200g […]
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Creamy Pumpkin & Lentil Soup 2015-03-26 07:57:31 Whether you’re carving a Halloween pumpkin or have picked up a cheap squash, use the plentiful flesh and seeds in this soup Write a review Save Recipe Print Ingredients 1 tbsp olive oil, plus 1 tsp 2 onions, chopped 2 garlic cloves, chopped Approx 800g chopped pumpkin flesh, […]
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I often get clients coming in who have been exercising with machine circuit training and are frustrated with the lack of results. What happens too often is we repeat the same exercise routine for a particular body part or muscle group until the muscles adapt. As a rule of thumb, I always change my exercise […]
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It is the dog days of summer, and here in North Carolina it is Hot and Steamy. I’m talking Tarzan jungle hot. It is hot enough that I am making several adjustments to my exercise routine. I normally run outside every day, but this is the time of the year when I least appreciate it. […]
Have you noticed that most people will never fail to include abdominal muscle exercises in their routines and yet somehow or other, they can never own that coveted 6 pack abs? Have you been religiously doing your abdominal muscle exercises? Is your abs showing to your satisfaction? No? Why? Do you know that your abdominal […]
Most people who are trying to lose weight often become frustrated by the number that is displayed on the scale. As a personal trainer I use the scale as a tool to determine an individual’s fat mass. Multiplying a person’s body fat percentage by the weight measured on the scale easily accomplishes this. The fat […]
If you’re going to get in shape for summer, you are probably wondering what types of exercises to get in shape for summer are the most effective. Well, first of all, you should realize that getting into shape for summer requires more than just losing weight. Unless you’ve been toning your muscles as well, you […]
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It’s finally Friday and you just got off work. Now you’re thinking about going out later and having a few drinks with your friends and relaxing. After all, you worked hard all week and you certainly deserve a little enjoyment and fun now that the weekend’s here so there’s nothing wrong with going out and […]
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There’s good news for people who want to watch their weight without giving up watching TV. Now there’s a new workout for couch potatoes and people who think they’re too busy to find time to stay fit. With time at a premium, many Americans are turning to creative forms of exercise. In a recent survey […]