1. Use liquid plant oils for cooking and baking. Olive, canola, and other plant-based oils are rich in heart-healthy unsaturated fats. Try dressing up a salad or spring vegetables with a delicious, olive oil-based vinaigrette. 2. Ditch the trans fat....
Where did the day go? Is this a common question in your life? Many of us jam-pack so much stuff into our daily routines, seemingly there’s no time to relax for just one minute, let alone exercise. Lack of time...
What makes a great exercise? Ok so this morning I was at the gym having decided its high time I get in there and do some strength training. Although I enjoy surfing and running it is also important for me to continue to...
3pm sugar craving? After dinner dessert desire? Low energy sugar hit.? The list goes on. Whatever your justification for having that sugary treat is, you should reconsider it. It's just not good for you. The more sugar you eat,...
Yay! In a recent article in the Sydney Morning Herald they have forecasted that bootcamp is all the rage and the new trend for 2011. Well thats good news for me but also for everyone else who is looking to get into shape but...
So the other day my friend Eden came along to group training and took some photos of the crew doing their thing. It was quite a lovely morning for it and he ended up with some really good shots. I will be...
A lot of people (especially women) shy away from weight training for the fear they will end up with big, bulky, and oversized muscles. This simply isn’t true. A properly designed resistance program can deliver whatever you want from your muscles: tone, size, strength,...
Omelette with asparagus, spinach and feta 4 asparagus, spears 1 1/2 cup spinach, baby 2 large eggs 30 g feta Cooking method 1. Peel asparagus spears gently with a vegetable peeler to remove the tough outer skin. Blanch (cook briefly)...
Hi all - So I finally got back in the water after a massive stint doing only dry land activities. AND it was soooo good to be back in the water. There is something so magical and soothing about the water..I do think it...
Most healthcare professionals agree that the best way to get the nutrients you need is through a healthy, well-balanced diet. But there are some supplements that the scientific community has been paying extra-close attention to these days, and you should, too. ...
Salmon Frittata I cooked this on Monday night and was a little dubious about whether it was going to be enough for dinner but turns out it was fabulous served with a big yummy salad. I added some extra ingredients such as mushrooms,...
Banana and Blueberry Breakfast Smoothie Smoothies are a quick and easy way to have a healthy breakfast. Packed with protein, calcium, antixodants and benefical essential fatty acids, this smoothie is a nutritious way to start the day. 1/2 low fat...
I don't know about you, but I have just discovered walking (sounds silly doesn't it?) and realised its many benefits and how much it is agreeing with me. For so long now I thought I should be running as it would burn the most...
Adding flaxseed to the foods you eat regularly can improve your heart health and digestive system. It also can help control your weight and fight cancer. For something so small, flaxseed has big benefits. Recent studies have shown...
So just wanted to talk about the benefits of group training to everyone this morning and the benefits it will have on your day. Group training has a sort of domino effect..where it will impact on everything else in your life. IN A GOOD...
Here are some suggestions of things that you can do to prepare without hurting yourself: 1. Get more sleep and adding an extra hour of sleep each day will help you rest up and get primed for the event. This is especially...
Mushroom, Choy Sum and Cashew Stir Fry is a delicious, fragrant meal the whole family will love. A subtle combination of sweet and spicy ingredients brings a unique flavour to this quick and easy stir fry. High in iron and fibre, it’s a nutritious...
Motivation and exercise goal-setting are two significant components if you want to improve your health, lose weight or simply become healthier. Motivation is the driving force behind your efforts. Goals are the milestones you set for yourself to achieve. Used together, motivation and exercise...
This is a special edition feel-good recipe, the perfect start to your spring eating regime. Enjoy. Fresh Tuna Stir-fry with Rocket, Basil & Pepper Serves 2-3 Ingredients 1 250g piece of fresh tuna cut into 2-3cm cubes 1...
Hi guys, So after an exciting season of soccer the Harbord Seasiders (thats me!) made it into the Grand Finals! Wahoo! The finals game was a hard one...