Liquid health Your body can get really fantastic nutrients from a variety of juices. I tried 7 different juices and smoothies last week and below are some of the health benefits in each one. Mon – Mango and passionfruit Tons of vitamin C, one of the best sources of betacarotene and astragalin, 2 powerful antioxidants.… Read More Juice fix
Myofascial release Foam rolling is a form of self myofascial release and assists in the mobility of fascia which is a fibrous layer of connective tissue surrounding muscles – when we work out or perform daily activities we put stresses on our bodies which affects fascia. This tissue needs to be broken down, mobilized and… Read More Massage – Foam roller routine
Be sure to get those 40 winks Below is a simple insight into how the quality and quantity of sleep can effect mental and physical performance levels, for sport or during other work and activities. Focus and attention Without adequate sleep we lose our ability to access info we have previously learnt – nerve cells… Read More Sleep and performance
Don’t waste your ££££’s on supplements when there are plenty of fantastic sources of protein out there, below are a few of my favourite lean proteins to help your body repair and grow. Complete proteins Containing all 20 amino acids Fish – Tuna, Salmon, Sardines, Anchovies Chicken Eggs Turkey Yogurt Milk (Your natural protein shake)… Read More Habitual PROtein
I’ve not always been the biggest fan of a rest day and i’m sure many can relate to me on this, taking that day off from exercise was not an option, once your in the ‘zone’ it can be mentally very tough. Over the years i’ve learnt to listen to my body and understand how… Read More The importance of R & R
Growing up in the Welsh Valleys we had a bit of a sauna tradition. No built-in sauna in our houses like in Finland, but we did enjoy the post workout heat a couple of times a week, pouring a pint of sweat, opening the pores and unwinding after a heavy session. Nowadays as a fitness… Read More The science of sweat
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