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Be your own Health Detective – Know your timeline

Stacey May 30, 2012 1

Defining health can be difficult. To one person, a sore lower back may be “just their luck” and something they’re prepared to put up with, while another may view it as a dent in

Alcohol and Exercise

Stan May 28, 2012 1

Hello again, I’d like to talk to you today about something that some people struggle to limit whether they exercise or not. That something is alcohol! I personally don’t know that many people who

My Top 4 Blogs

Deano May 22, 2012 1

Hi everyone, Just wanted to share with you the top 4 blogs that I subscribe to at the minute in no particular order or ranking. Paul Chek Charles Poliquin Martin Rooney Patrick Holford Check them

Introducing Stacey Hancock

Stacey May 20, 2012 4

Hi everyone, I’m really pleased to be a guest blogger here and I thought I would make my first post just a little rundown on who I am and what I believe in when

2012 Miles In The Year 2012

Stan May 16, 2012 2

Hi folks, I came across quite an inspiring story while on Twitter a few weeks ago and I’d like to share it with you today. Meet Graham Smith, he’s from Whickham in the North

The Importance of Sleep

Stan May 15, 2012 0

Hi folks, Hope you are all ok on this rainy day? I’ve just blasted out a 10k run this morning in preparation for my 12k on Sunday. Also in the mix this week are

A Running Stitch

Stan May 14, 2012 0

Good afternoon folks, I tweeted the other week that I’d recently ran and suffered a side stitch. In fact, I’ve ran a handful of times lately and I suffered stitches in most of them!

I Had To Share This

Deano May 12, 2012 3

Hi everyone, Sometimes it’s just good to share and I want to share this as it make me smile and laugh… Enjoy

How Smoking Affects Health & Fitness

Stan May 9, 2012 2

Hello, I’d like to start this article by saying I used to socially smoke in my late teens but I’ve now been a non-smoker for over 15 years. I’m not going to start getting

Pre-workout Motivation

Stan May 8, 2012 0

Hello all, Just before I go in the gym for a workout or a run, I always look at some workout motivation. I have 4 videos that motivate and inspire me before training. So

Oily fish such as salmon and sardines are packed with fat melting omega-3 fatty acids.

Water! invest in a good size water bottle to ensure you get enough water during the day not just during your workouts!

Don't target fat spots! shredding fat is a total body process, so try high density workouts for all over workouts.

Can't afford a gym membership no problem try 4Ever Fitness' free downloadable outdoor workout!

Try compound exercises as they target several muscle groups at once!

Sugar is a BIG NO-NO its raises your natural level of blood sugar resulting in more insulin being released into your body. Insulin is one of the main culprits of fat storage. Read 4everfitness's article on Fats spots & Hormones for more information.

Made your own lunch so you know exactly what your eating! that way your less likely to eat trans fats and other baddies.

Eating an organic/grass fed unsalted butter will help you lose weight. This Butter has high amounts of vitamin A and iodine supporting your thyroid gland to function more efficiently. The thyroid regulates your metabolism so this creates a faster metabolism and increases fat loss.Travis Jones

Ignore the scales. Muscle weighs more than Fat so don't be alarmed if your weight spikes. Use a measuring tape instead so you can visually see how many inches you have lost :)

Use free weights, body weight exercises, power bands and the TRX instead of resistance machines to work your stability muscles.

Agave nectar is not a substitute for sugar as it actually has the same molecular structure as High Fructose Corn Syrup (found in sodas and other processed foods). It is not a healthy alternative.Travis Jones

Trans fats are another BIG NO-NO they are found in processed meals and treats. They can help lead to weight gain and serious health issues.

Research from the university of Maryland Medical Centre found that cardio sessions longer than 45mins may break down muscle, causing your body to store fat.

Research shows that listening to music is a great way to stay motivated during a training session!

Get off the fizzy drinks! research form the University of Oklahoma found that women who drink 2 cans a day are more likely to develop fat around their stomach due to the amount sugar content in the drinks!

Stress produces the hormone cortisol and to much of it leads to your body storing fat! Follow our mindfulness programme to help your body take on a more positive balance.

Did you know that when you eat a salad with a vinegar based dressing a signal is passed to your brain letting you know that you are full earlier. Vinegar also helps reduce insulin released in a carbohydrate rich meal creating less fat storage from the meal.Travis Jones

Sometimes exercising can cause extra stress and it is better to follow more of a mindfulness program in order to restore your body's energy balance.

Do change your exercise programme every 6-8 weeks or better yet invest in a trainer who can provide you with a periodization training plan.

Drink more water! Fats cells are harder to break down when your body is dehydrated! Check out the 4Ever Fitness article on The Importance of Hydration.

Not only does exercise improve your body, it helps your mental function.David Atkinson

Get plenty of sleep as your muscles and mind need time to repair.

Avoid fructose to lose fat for summer. Fructose is a sugar that is found in large quantities in processed foods in the form of high fructose corn syrup, but it is also present in fruit.Charles Poliquin

Spinach is a brilliant source of iron and has amazing detoxifying powers which will help to get rid of that spare tyre for good.

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Monthly Archives: May 2012 »

Be your own Health Detective – Know your timeline

Alcohol and Exercise

My Top 4 Blogs

Introducing Stacey Hancock

2012 Miles In The Year 2012

The Importance of Sleep

A Running Stitch

I Had To Share This

How Smoking Affects Health & Fitness

Pre-workout Motivation

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