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Home Gym Equipment at Affordable Rates

Stan December 6, 2016 0

Do you attend the gym often? Or, as with many people, do you have a membership yet can’t find the time to go as often as you should? It’s estimated that over £30million of

Unlocking Your Sporting Potential

Stan August 31, 2016 0

Sport and fitness can have a profound impact on both our body and mind. Numerous studies have supported the idea that fitness is linked to both mental and physical health. For this reason, more

How To Strength Train For Cycling And Improve Your Performance

Stan April 28, 2016 1

It stands to reason that the more you ride your bike, either on the road or on one of the many turbo trainers available from online cycle shops, the easier it gets to become

Eating Out & Eating Healthy

Stan April 11, 2016 0

You’re eating clean, training hard, you’re in control of your diet and you’re on track to your health goals. Then you get invited to a restaurant for a friend’s birthday and now you have

Cycling Tips For Increasing Your Speed

Stan March 1, 2016 0

When it comes to cycling faster, there are a few things that can help you. A better bike can help shred seconds from your final time, but ultimately it’ll be your own body that

Year Round Essentials For Cycling

Stan January 5, 2016 0

Hi guys and a Happy New Year to you! I wanted to share with you today a great little info-graphic I found from Halfords. It’s called ‘Year Round Essentials For Cycling‘ and it’s perfect

Want Good Health? – Look After Your Feet

Stan August 4, 2015 0

How good your health is depends on many factors. Not everyone is born healthy. Disease and accidents leave many people with health issues, and, of course, we all age. Staying healthy is not easy

Weighing Up Career Options In The Health And Fitness Industry

Stan July 24, 2015 0

If you’re thinking about a career change and have a passion for all things health and fitness then switching to a job in the sector could be a good move. People who are passionate

Can An Electronic Cigarette Really Help Me Quit Smoking?

Stan April 25, 2015 0

Quitting smoking is really tough, so it’s no surprise that so many people struggle to do it successfully, no matter how much they know that it’s bad for their health. Although nicotine patches and

What To Wear When Skateboarding

Stan December 1, 2014 0

Skateboarding is a great alternative exercise for those who don’t want to go to the gym every day, and are looking for something more exciting than running. It’s easy to get into, and you

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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.

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

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

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

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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

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.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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.

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

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

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 :)

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

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Home Gym Equipment at Affordable Rates

Unlocking Your Sporting Potential

How To Strength Train For Cycling And Improve Your Performance

Eating Out & Eating Healthy

Cycling Tips For Increasing Your Speed

Year Round Essentials For Cycling

Want Good Health? – Look After Your Feet

Weighing Up Career Options In The Health And Fitness Industry

Can An Electronic Cigarette Really Help Me Quit Smoking?

What To Wear When Skateboarding

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