When many people hear the term ‘balance training’, they often associate it with fall prevention in older adults or injury rehabilitation. While balance training certainly plays an important role in these areas, its benefits go far beyond that. Improving balance is valuable for people of all ages and fitness levels, yet it’s often one of […]
A summer of sport! Most summers, including this one coming up, there is always so much sport for everyone to watch. Whether it’s the; women’s euro football, the men’s euros, the football world cup, Wimbledon, the Olympics. Paralympics, US Golf Open, Tour de France, you name it, it’s been in the last few summers! For
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This healthy Greek yogurt dip is perfect with fruit, vegetables or pretzels. Also works as a quick sauce or dressing for salads, sandwiches and proteins, with easy flavour variations to suit your taste. Ingredients 250 grams greek yogurt 85 grams nut butter 1 tbsp honey Method Mix together all the ingredients in a bowl. Keep
This easy to make healthy snack is great for on the go or to refuel during a hike. The base can be adapted to suit your preference or goals. Just nuts, seeds and mix-ins can provide a versatile snack for the whole family. This couldn’t be simpler to make. No cooking and no washing up!
Exercise snacking; you have probably heard that popping up in the news or online and unfortunately it does not involve food snacks! Exercise snacking is short bursts or periods of activity spread throughout the day. An exercise snack can be any activity such as high knees or squats. The time is short, hence the name
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These simple no-cook energy balls are an easy way to make a filling snack with just a handful of ingredients. Made with rolled oats, nut butter, honey or maple syrup, and protein powder, they come together in minutes and can be kept in the fridge for whenever you need them. Ingredients 120 grams rolled oats
Muscle mass is the weight of your muscle tissue which usually comprises of skeletal muscle, smooth muscle (internal organs) and cardiac muscle (heart muscle). We’re usually most interested in skeletal muscle tissue which is for voluntary movement and this is what our training usually targets. Another term that you may hear is lean body mass.
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What is sedentary time? Sedentary time is a newer concept in the health world. However with the world changing and developments in technology, it has become a prominent issue for the health community and individuals too. Sedentary behaviour is any energy expenditure <1.5 METs, while sitting or lying. So in layman’s terms………not doing a lot!
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So we are all aware that we need to exercise to be healthy and most of us probably know this needs to be regular exercise. But, this is easier said than done! Starting with a new year’s resolution, or trying to get into shape for your summer holiday can provide short term motivation, but keeping
Mental wellbeing is a very popular topic in today’s world and forms an overall part of our health. It is not merely the absence of mental illness, but having a positive state of mind and body. People can then feel good, function well and deal with daily stressors. Evidence suggests there are 5 steps you
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