In our modern unhealthy lifestyle it is easy to see why obesity and Type 2 Diabetes is on the rise. People affected with Diabetes Type 2 have elevated insulin levels but the body becomes resistant to its actions (i.e. Insulin Resistance). After...
p { margin-bottom: 0.21cm; } Core training is one of the “hottest” topics to hit the field of strength training and general fitness in the last few years. It seems you can’t read any fitness magazine or go to any related...
This challenge is for everyone who is interested in fat loss. This weeks challenge is to switch eating things like bread, pasta, rice, sugary foods, and the like ONLY 1-2 hours after your workout. Even tho you will be following this...
Even the best of us don’t manage to pull off a workout every time we want to — something comes up, we have to put it off, we just can’t seem to get out there. It happens. But one of the...
WEIGHT CONTROL HORMONES Any weight management program whether you are aware of it or not, will need to trigger the basic hormones that greatly affect our metabolism. I will try to offer a brief but clear explanation of the hormones involved in weight...
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What's on Your Self Care Menu? Within our busy lives, its’ so important to take some time for you. Just for you. Take time to rejuvenate. Take time to relax. Take time to restore. Again, just take time for you. ...
Studies have shown both health benefits and weight loss properties in nuts. They are full of nutrition! Nuts contain folic acid, vitamin D, copper, magnesium, fiber, and monounsaturated fats. They also have a lot of protein. The healthy fat and protein content will...
BOOT CAMPS AREN'T ALL SCARY! When you think of boot camp, what comes to mind? I don't know about you but I used to envision boot camps to be run by an intimidating type, perhaps an...
Have you decided to cosy up on the couch during winter instead of getting outside to work out? Made the decision to wait until spring before really getting motivated? Here is a plan to get you...
Got up at 6am this morning, closed my eyes, opened the curtains...
Too many easter eggs and booze this weekend? Feeling a bit deflated and fat? Having a Protein Day on Monday (or in this case Wednesday!) is a great way to get your blood sugar level back to normality, and in the...
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The Tough Bloke Challenge is an off road running event that combines the challenges of cross country running, man made and natural obstacles, water crossings, mud and some unexpected surprises. Open to both men and women, the challenge is simple, clear the obstacles and...
Here are some herbs used for centuries and throughout the world -to give sweeter and sounder sleep: anise, bergamot, California poppy, catnip, chamomile, fennel, gentian root, gotu kola, hawthorn berries, hops, kava kava, lavender, lemon, balm, marojam, melissa, oats, orange, primrose, passionflower,...
Serves : 2 Preparation time: 10 minutes Cooking time: 12 minutes Aromatic and rich, this flavorsome fish curry combines fresh Asian tastes with meaty swordfish and loads of vegetables. Ingredients ...
This morning I was up bright and early shopping for some fresh fruit and vegies when I came across a new bread shop that I had yet to try out. The owner is of European heritage and is very passionate about this...
Looking to kick-start your fitness? Wanting to dust off those runners and get back into it?Love more energy? Need to lose weight? Pure Fitness Manly have expanded into Dee Why and want to help you achieve the results your...
So you have put together a thorough and effective workout and cleaned up your diet, but if you are not getting a minimum of 7-8 hours sleep per night, you could be seriously hampering your progress. Regardless of how intense your workouts...
Time Poor? Strapped for cash? Still want to look smoking hot?! Pure Fitness Manly is offering outdoor group training at $29 for 3 weeks in beautiful Manly. So lets hit that ground running and refuse to use those excuses...