Posts in “Diet”
Fish and Spiced Lentils
This Fish and Spiced Lentils dish makes a great evening meal or healthy lunch. The fish is a great source of protein and the lentils are a great source of slow release energy. Due to the high protein content this is a great post workout meal. The curry powder gives the dish a nice kick, […]
Read articleThe Benefits Of Having A Nutritional Consultation
motive8 north offer a number of nutritional consultation packages to suit a number of needs. We want to offer individuals an opportunity to gain advice about how to improve their diet for their individual goal. I strongly believe everyone reading this could benefit from a nutritional consultation. Whether you have made an effort to reduce […]
Read articleSlow Cooked Greek Easter Lamb with Spring Vegetables
Enjoy this Easter Lamb Recipe this Easter Weekend (or any time of the year for that matter!) Slow Cooked Greek Easter Lamb with Warm Spring Vegetables Kcal 650 Protein 29g Carbs 38g Fats 43g Sat 6g Ingredients 1 garlic bulb, separated into cloves, half peeled and sliced, half unpeeled 8-10 fresh bay leaves 3 lemons, […]
Read articleTop Tips For Fat Loss
The key to successful fat loss is a well oiled training programme and nutritional intake. Ensuring you are doing the right training and eating the correct food will result in fat loss, and remember if you’re looking for a change in your physique fat loss, not weight loss, is what you are looking for. Here […]
Read articleBean and Chilli Tomato Salad
Lunch is always the meal that people fail to prepare and it often results in grabbing the nearest option between meetings. This is absolutely fine if you know what you are eating has been freshly prepared, however pre planning lunches can not only save your fitness goals but your bank balance. Take a look at […]
Read articleHow To Stay Healthy At work And Resist The Treats
We know that busy lifestyles can make it hard to stay on track when it comes to eating properly. Last minute meetings, working lunches, surprise off site visits, unexpected late nights at the office, never ending conference calls and deadlines – they all affect our work life balance and it’s often the “life” part which […]
Read articleCalories In Easter Eggs… Surely One Won’t Hurt?
With Easter approaching it’s safe to say Easter eggs and chocolate treats are lining the shelves of all supermarkets, corner shops and petrol stations. For many people they see it as a time to treat themselves to an easter egg or two…..“it’s Easter after all” and if you have kids it’s often hard to resist […]
Read articleTop 5 Fat Loss Myths
There is an awful amount of terrible information floating around regarding nutrition. The nutrition industry is largely unregulated, with so many self proclaimed nutritionists, companies pushing their own “research”, and pyramid companies forcing products down your neck it can be hard to see through the ‘fog’. This has led to many fat loss myths coming […]
Read articleHealthy Breakfast Recipe- Egg Muffins
I bet your eyes popped out of your head when you read muffins and healthy in the same sentence! But we love this healthy breakfast recipe of egg muffins. They are great to have at home, if you have children, kids love them or they are great to take to work or have on […]
Read articleHow to Keep Your Children Healthy And Happy
The World Health Organization (WHO) regards childhood obesity, as one of the most serious global public health challenges for the 21st century. Obese children and adolescents are at an increased risk of developing various health problems, and are also more likely to become obese adults. Whilst the majority of our personal training clients are […]
Read articleHealthy Snacks – Protein Balls
Many of us lose inspiration when it comes to healthy snacks opting for things such as nuts or a protein shake post workout. These protein balls are great healthy snacks, perfect for a healthy treat or post workout snack. This recipe makes 25 protein balls, so great for bulk cooking….just don’t eat them all at […]
Read articleNational Pie Week – Healthy Shepherd’s Pie!
Did you know that this week is National Pie Week, if you want to tuck into a pie but are worried about the calories and fat content, then you can breathe a sigh of relief. Here is a healthy Shepherd’s Pie for National Pie Week courtesy of Personal Trainer, Lucy Harrison. This healthy Shepherd’s Pie recipe […]
Read articleHealthy High Fat Recipes
We have talked numerous times about the benefits of eating a diet high in healthy fats, but if you still need some convincing about the benefits of eating a diet high in good fats, then click here to read our blog! Here are some healthy high fat recipes, which will keep you feeling nice and […]
Read articleWhat Are The Facts About Fat In Your Diet
Low fat diets sound like a good idea, eat less fat gain less fat and all that. It seems to make sense doesn’t it, but in reality that’s probably one of the poorest nutritional choices you could make, especially if your goal is fat loss. Like everything to do with nutrition you’ll find a variety […]
Read articleHealthy Chinese Recipes
Chinese New Year starts on 19th February so the personal training team at motive8 North thought we would celebrate with some healthy Chinese recipes for you to sink your teeth into! Baked Egg Foo Yong Makes 6 Servings This twist on Egg Foo Yong is baked in the oven in individual muffin trays, making them […]
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