15 Minute HIIT Workout
Sometimes there is just not enough hours, minutes or even seconds in the day to get everything done! Often when demands are placed on us, getting that workout in can get pushed to the bottom of the pile. But, if you prioritise your workouts, we are sure you can find 15 minutes to squeeze in […]
Read moreThe 10 Minute Rule….The Secret To Your Success
I LOVE the 10 minute rule, it’s something I use with my personal training clients, something I use myself on those days even I don’t want to have a workout. To be honest, the 10 minute rule can be used in all aspects of live….not just exercise, it’s perfect to use for those tasks you really don’t […]
Read moreHoHoHo Christmas Workout
Last week some of my personal training clients and gym members had a good snigger at my expense because the muscle soreness I was experiencing made it very difficult to move. I’ve already exacted my revenge on some of those people – simply by putting them through the same workout. It’s only fair therefore, […]
Read moreBreakfast Baked Eggs Recipe
Most people know I LOVE eggs, as a vegetarian they are a great source of protein, especially post workout, and I will pretty much eat them with anything! I made this amazing breakfast baked eggs recipe at the weekend, it’s super easy….perfect for a lazy Sunday morning breakfast or brunch. Ingredients Per person: 2 x […]
Read moreMy Vegan Christmas
Each year I like to make people jealous by writing about the amazing food I’m going to be making for my vegan Christmas. I also hope that it gives some people inspiration for what to cook for any vegetarian or vegan family members or friends. This year I’m going off script, I fancy something different […]
Read moreFestive Interval Training
The excuses are already rolling in for not working out over the Christmas Period…I’m busy with family, I’m not at work so won’t be near the gym and so on and so on. But here’s a lovely festive interval training session which only requires a timer. No kit, no excuses. Get it done! These are all […]
Read moreAli Carrick – Do It In 12 Success
One of our long term clients at motive8 North recently started our Do It In 12 Programme. Ali has trained with motive8 for over 7 years. Initially losing almost 2 ½ stone, like many people, Ali found that her weight started to creep back on. Stress at work meant that the odd glass of wine with a few […]
Read moreMy Secret Ingredients For Tasty Food – Part 1
Ahhhhh Winter…..the time for different kinds of stews, soups and chilli’s. But sometimes it’s hard to find the motivation to simply make yet another type of soup. So here’s the trick, I have a few secret ingredients up my sleeve to add a new lease of life to your food. Over the next couple of […]
Read moreHow To Warm Up Correctly
Everyone, in one way or another, will do a warm up prior to exercise. For some this may be a 5 minute jog on a treadmill followed by some mobility exercises and for others it can be a couple arm swings and a little ‘shake-off’. Whatever you do before your training, it is all for similar reasons: […]
Read moreDeck of Cards Circuit Training Workout
Circuit training is great isn’t it? It has so many benefits: Improves your cardiovascular fitness Amazing for fat burning and therefore weight loss Great for improving muscle tone and endurance It’s versatile It’s lots of fun You can do it by yourself or with friends! If you fancy adding a little twist to a circuit […]
Read moreRowing HIIT Session
Why Rowing Is Perfect For HIIT……And For This Festive Time Of Year…. It is ‘December-eve’, the festive period is just around the corner and the build up to Christmas is well and truly on! The only downside; the weather. It is getting very cold, not many hours of day-light and it is getting a bit icy and potentially dangerous. At this […]
Read moreWinter Warmer Chicken Casserole Recipe
It’s Winter and that can only mean one thing………slow cooker season! Aren’t slow cookers great, you just chuck everything in there, turn it on and leave it…..the perfect recipe for a some healthy, winter comfort food. Here is the perfect winter warmer for you….a tasty chicken casserole recipe for you to try. I like to […]
Read moreExercise After A Cardiac Event
Exercise is a main determinant of cardiac events. This means a massive misconception is that exercise is only good for preventing cardiac events, but, less commonly known is that after a cardiac event exercise can still be completed regularly. Not only that, but exercise plays a key role in the prevention of a secondary event from occurring. […]
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