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,...
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...
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)...
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,...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
Roasted Vegetable Salad 6 Chat Potatoes 6 Pumpkin Cubes 4 Baby Carrots 3 Tablespoons Olive Oil 1 Spanish Onion 2 Garlic Cloves 3 Small Zuchini 4 Roma Tomatoes, Halved Rosemary Sprigs 2 Tablespoons Balsamic...
GREAT question - and a lot of confusion about this topic. Eating at night does not cause weight gain - eating too many calories at night (or any other time during your waking hours) is what packs on the pounds. Many people do well...
When Friday rolls around, the weekend is your only thought. During the weekend you are mentally preparing for Monday—what to wear, who to talk to, what is to be accomplished. Let Monday be your springboard for the rest of the week. ...
Hi guys - was going to say this has nothing to do with exercise but it actually does! Went for a 2 hour walk on Sunday from Dee Why to Manly (taking the scenic walk). It was such a gorgeous day that we just...