Posts in “Diet”
Chicken Thigh Recipes
Chicken thighs are a great alternative to eating chicken breast all the time they are juicy and a great source of protein however remove the skin where possible. Our favourite is the Rosemary Chicken Thighs, really tasty and a good dish to make in bulk! Check out these chicken thigh recipes and add some variety […]
Read articleWhat is Metabolic Syndrome and How Can I Prevent It?
Metabolic Syndrome affects one in four adults in the UK. Metabolic Syndrome is the medical term for a combination of high blood pressure, obesity and diabetes which dramatically increase the risk of strokes, heart disease and other conditions affecting blood vessels. As we know on their own, diabetes, high blood pressure, and […]
Read articleAubergine Recipes
This week we have some great aubergine recipes (Jenny and Kate’s favourite!) perfect for a vegetarian dish or to accompany your fish or meat dish. We would recommend adding some protein to the last two dishes to make them a balanced meal. Aubergine & Goat’s Cheese Salad with Mint-Chilli Dressing Kcal 262, Protein 9g, Carbs […]
Read article6 Top Questions About Protein
There are a number of questions I get asked about protein such as….how much protein should be eaten per meal? When should I eat protein throughout the day? Why do I need protein? In this blog I will answer 6 common questions about protein to get you up to speed on how your body uses […]
Read articleBeef, Lamb and Chicken Recipes.
Here are some high protein beef, lamb and chicken recipes that are simple to make and taste great. Beef Stir-Fry with Greens Kcal 253 , protein 32g, carbs 13g , fat 9g , sat 2g Serves 4 Ingredients 1 tbsp sunflower oil sirloin steaks, trimmed of fat and thinly sliced 1 head broccoli 2 […]
Read articleShould You Go Low Carb All The Time
In a world gone mad with so many different opinions on the optimal diet and approach to nutrition it can be easy to get lost and confused about what you should and shouldn’t eat. Most people that know me would consider me to be in the ‘high protein, low carb’ camp, however this is far […]
Read articleHealthy Frittata Recipes
Here are some healthy frittata recipes you can enjoy warm or cold. They can be make in bulk and stored so no excuses no to have breakfast or lunch prepared Asparagus, Feta & Pea Frittata With Roast Tomatoes Kcal 309, protein 18g, carbs 8g, fat 23g Ingredients ½ bunch asparagus spears cut into 5cm pieces […]
Read article5 Ways To Raise Testosterone Levels For Improving Body Composition
Increasing testosterone levels is a very effective way of improving body composition and can be easily achieved by ensuring that you are not deficient in certain nutrients that are directly linked to sub-optimal levels of testosterone. There are number of ways your diet can affect your testosterone levels such as eating high glycemic foods, restricting […]
Read articleIs Your Body In The Best Condition To Burn Fat?
The way I approach fat loss and explain it to my clients is simply, “imagine there are 100 things we could be doing correctly that will help you lose fat, how many can we currently tick” the more the client can tick off with me during discussions the quicker the results will be. Is your […]
Read articleHow Can I Get More Sleep?
Sleep is vitally important for everyone the consequences of not getting enough sleep are increased hunger, stress, sickness, anger and one that should not be underestimated is death. People are unaware that you will die quicker from sleep deprivation than you will from starvation. Before I talk to you about how you can […]
Read articleWhich Multivitamin Should I Be Taking??
I get asked a lot which multivitamin should I be taking to help me reach my body composition goals? This is such a complicated question and in my opinion is often overlooked. One size does definitely not fit all when it comes to choosing your multivitamin. Before we get into which ones I think work […]
Read articleLovely Lamb Steak Recipes
Enjoy these amazing lamb steak recipes to add some variety to your weekly meals. Cajun Lamb Steaks Kcal 333, Protein 36, Carbs 2 fat 20, Sat 4g Serves 4 Ingredients 3 tbsp cayenne pepper 3 slightly rounded tbsp paprika 5 tsp ground cumin 2 rounded tsp garlic powder 1 tbsp salt 4 lean lamb leg […]
Read articleShould You Eat Breakfast To Achieve A Beach Body?
Should You Eat Breakfast To Achieve A Beach Body? One of the first things some people seem to do on a fat loss mission is remove breakfast from their diet, if they even ate it at all! Removing breakfast or skipping it is a recipe for disaster for fat loss! Sometimes more food in equals […]
Read articleWhy Are Fish Oils Important?
There is numerous research to support why are fish oils important, fish oil supplements are good to take if you are interested in altering your body composition, improving overall health as well as maximizing training potential. Fish oils contribute greatly to minimizing a large number of health problems Fish oil have medical applications in the […]
Read articleWhat Foods Should I Eat To Get The Best Sources of Protein?
At motive8 North we are always singing the praises of eating a high protein diet. Here are are our top 9 foods with the best protein to calorie ratio’s so you know what foods should I eat to get the best sources of protein. Number 1 – Turkey Breast (Chicken) Protein to Calorie Ratio […]
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