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Stan May 14, 2013 0

Morning guys, Apologies I haven’t been around much. I’m thinking I’ve bitten off more than I can chew as I also write on other blogs and with work and training, it’s starting to take

Watching Your Weight

Stan February 18, 2013 0

Hi guys and thanks for reading. I’ve been fortunate enough to never feel the need to diet. I don’t even like the word to be honest. I think that being on a diet suggests

Challenge Complete and 2013

Stan January 18, 2013 8

Hi folks, I completed my charity Christmas challenge for Percy Hedley a few weeks ago and what an experience it was. I never expected the support I received or the the amount of money

The Best Sport Watches of the Year

Stan November 21, 2012 4

There is nothing quite like a good quality sports watch. The ability to perform a range of fantastic functions, combined with their often unique designs and tough durability make them a joy to behold.

Looking After Yourself

Stan November 15, 2012 4

Afternoon folks, Well I’ve been busy, busy, busy! My Daughter’s now just over five months old and my Son turned three last month. That’s the personal stuff out of the way and business is also

A Christmas Challenge

Stan October 22, 2012 2

Hi folks, Thanks for reading. I mentioned in my last post, I was creating my own challenge over Christmas. Well here it is! I’ve named it ‘The 12 Days of Christmas‘ and I’ll be

Father Fitness

Stan October 17, 2012 0

Hi folks, Just thought I’d let you all know I set up my own personal fitness blog a month or so ago. It’s my own journey really, from first-time father to fitness and then

Total Warrior 2012 Video

Stan August 22, 2012 0

Hi all, Here’s a little video I’ve put together from Total Warrior 2012: Enjoy!

Training Montage

Stan July 26, 2012 2

Hi all, I’ve just pulled together my first training video and it’s gone down really well. Most of the people who I was expecting to take the piss out of me, have actually said

Why I Train

Stan July 8, 2012 0

Hi all, Just a quick one today, why do I train? The answer is a simple one, I want to stay fit and healthy. For anyone reading this who does train, you’ll know one

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

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

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!

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

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

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.

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

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

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

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.

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.

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

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.

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

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

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

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 :)

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.

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.

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.

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!

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

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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