Posts in “Diet”
Nutrition Tips To Get Super Lean
It would be amazing if getting down to 10% body fat was effortless, however getting super lean requires planning, effort, and preparation. Although for the most part people wish to hit that super lean status for aesthetic purposes, the health benefits of being that lean are enormous. To do this is actually quite simple you […]
Read articleIs Fresh, Canned or Frozen Vegetables Better For You?
In order to get the best results for our bodies it is important to eat the appropriate nutrients but when it comes to eating fruit and vegetables is it fresh, canned or frozen better for you? There are a number of factors that can come into making a decision about this – cost, convenience , […]
Read articleThe Benefits of Exercise – Why Do I Workout?
I think many clients assume that as personal trainers we are always active with clients and therefore don’t need to train. However, our job when we are with our clients is to make sure they are working optimally towards their goals, using the correct techniques, timing their reps, etc. It’s certainly not a chance for […]
Read articleWhy Grass Fed Meat Is Better Than Grain Fed?
Recently more than ever people have been concerned about what they are eating. The recent horse meat incident caused uproar and led to people being concerned about the meat they eat. Society is on board with free range chicken eggs and frowns upon battery chicken farms which is not only beneficial for the chicken’s welfare […]
Read articleIs Breakfast Really Important?
The importance of breakfast is no new topic for any personal training client at Motive8 North it is a key component of almost all training and health goals. However, still people skip this vital meal and wonder why their training and goals are suffering. I attach so much importance to breakfast that I sit on […]
Read articleHealthy Valentine’s Day Meals
Healthy Valentine’s Day Meal Below is a Healthy Valentine’s Day Meal – A 3 course meal that’s perfect to treat the love of your life. Avocado and Smoked Salmon 153 kcalories, protein 12g, carbohydrate 1g, fat 11 g, saturated fat 2g Serves 2 Ingredients Process 1 ripe avocados Half lemon, juice only 125g pack smoked […]
Read articleIs Juicing Vegetables Good For You?
We know that the body can derive the important nutritional enzymes from whole vegetables and fruits. And we know why fruit and vegetables are good for us: they can help boost our immune systems, they provide carbohydrate to supply us with energy and they provide vitamins and minerals to help maintain our bodily functions. But […]
Read articleHow Many Carbs Should I Eat For Weight Loss?
How many carbs should I eat and what types of carbohydrates should I eat are two of the most asked questions we are asked as personal trainers. What we believe at motive8 North and what research into weight loss suggests (I’m talking scientific research with significant participants and substantial findings not something a magazine has […]
Read articleWhat Should I Eat After A Workout?
It’s fantastic if you’re going to the gym working hard and pushing to reach your goals, being dedicated and planning your session is key to success however what you eat and drink after your workout is extremely important to help restore muscle, recover from your workout, gain muscle and burn fat. As personal trainers our […]
Read articleBusy Lifestyles- Being Prepared With Your Food
Times have changed and we are all working longer hours, the times of eating meal as a family for most people has disappeared but one thing that has not changed is our need to eat healthily and regularly. We may all have busy lifestyles but being prepared with your food will help you stay healthy […]
Read articleThe Top 3 Reasons Why People Avoid Healthy Food
When most people hear the words ‘Healthy Eating’ the common thoughts are of salads, celery sticks and ‘rabbit food’ but this does not have to be the case! When I was studying at university in my final year I specialised in nutrition with my dissertation focusing on childhood obesity in Leeds and the factors that […]
Read articleZinc and Your Training Regime
One of the critical factors of training is creating the right hormonal environment in the body. This is particularly important in strength training, without the correct diet the time you invest in the gym is not maximized. Recent research is beginning to show that raised zinc levels in the diet improve post exercise testosterone, this is […]
Read articleHow To Drink Alcohol and Reduce Potential Abdominal Weight Gain
Now let me start this by getting it clear that I don’t advise you to drink alcohol full stop, it’s more trouble than its worth! However, with that in mind I know the festive season is upon us and in our culture drinking alcohol is the hobby of choice at Christmas. So having a few […]
Read articleFishy One Pot Recipes
So it’s happened I’ve abandoned the shorts and I’m hearing people talking about heating and fires. THE COLD SPELL IS UPON US. Here are some great fishy one pot recipes high in protein that will give you that winter warm feeling and save on the washing up! Winner Enjoy LH One-pot fish with black olives […]
Read articleHow To Beat Junk Food Cravings
Most food companies these days seem to be obsessed with adding fats, sugars and salt to their food products. Of course they shouldn’t, but for them it’s all about making their food tempting but at the lowest possible cost, so they can maximise their profits. So before we progress, I want to make this […]
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