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
Protect the body and remain fighting fit Keep your defence high and fight off winter colds with this full of goodness homemade soup recipe. If your under the weather soup is easily digested and full of health benefits. Barley – Contains selenium which has antioxidant properties Onions – Often used to heal infections, contains allicin an… Read More Fight the winter colds
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
Ever wondered why the Hulk is green and incredible? 6 of the best, put simply Kale contains antioxidant nutrients helping counteract oxidative damage by free radicals in the body, and is low in calories and high in water content, making it a great addition to a weight loss diet. Spinach is high in vitamin A… Read More Go green
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
Food glorious food, embrace the colours Good nutrition is the key to good mental and physical health. I have a number of staples in my diet providing me with great energy throughout the day, building and repairing my muscles after exercise and which have a positive effect on my immune system. Below are a few… Read More Food for thought
El cafe es bueno en Barcelona Over the past two years my running has come on a bomb, coincidentally around the same time I was in Costa Rica developing a slight addiction to coffee. It hasn’t been the sole catalyst in my change of form, but those two or three small coffees a day have… Read More Great news for coffee lovers
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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