Remember - You are what you eat!

Eating well will make a huge difference to your results!


To help you achieve greater results out of the hard work done in the gym, review your eating habits! Remember you are what you eat! 

Even then, some people fail to see results if they're eating well and training hard because they have digestion issues. These can be due to preservatives, artificial ingredient and other chemical additives that are not meant to be in our body.


Time and time again, I come across clients with complaints of feeling uncomfortable and it's important not to ignore these signs. These symptoms, such as gas, bloating, diarrhea, constipation, belching, food sensitivities, indigestion etc. can be signs that your gastrointestinal heath may need some attention!


If you know you're struggling with you eating and not sure what you maybe allergic to, try seeing a nutritionist to help you along your way!


A few more key points to help you through:
1. Eat lots of green vegetable but leave out the other colorful fresh natural vegetables as well. Legumes and fruits are also good options.
2. Reduce excess sugar and salt where possible.
3. Don't microwave your food as it destroys good nutrients.
4. Take supplements when you need i.e. having a 'greens' drink once a day such as vital greens, or barley grass or spiralina will help alkaline the body and provide extra or missing antioxidants.
5. Ensure you have enough (lean) protein in your diet for muscle recover and repair.
6. Eating six to seven quality meals a day will help keep your body 'burning' all day. 
7. Shakes are good, but try not to rely on them all the time.
8. Eat breakfast, helps with energy level, concentration and prevents quick/random hunger calls.
9. Drink plenty of water!
 

Train Hard, Eat Well, Rest Up!

Pedometer Challenge Coming Soon!

Step it up!


The pedometers have finally been ordered! So watch this space for more info on the new challenge to come your way!

How many steps can you do in a day?! Dust the cobwebs off those walking/running shoes and get ready for a new challenge with some great prizes!

Train Hard, Eat Well, Rest Up!

Topic of the Week

Best time to eat?

Common debate is about when to eat, before training or after training.....

What you need to keep in mind is that the body needs at least some glucose (blood sugar) to fuel it. When working out, it needs glucose and also some of the fat stores in your body to give you that energy to train.

If there is no blood sugar or fuel available, the body will break down/eat your muscle's glycogen or stored glucose. Many of you may have also experienced light headiness or dizziness during your training sessions which is sometimes a sign of low blood sugar. This also can make you tired and sluggish.


Thus eating something at least 45mins before training and within 45-60mins after the workout will give you best results. The fuel before training will give you the energy and the food after will help recovery as muscles absorbs more nutrients post training during that period. Remember it's not about eating heaps post training, it's not an excuse to have whatever you want, it's about the type of food you have. Be smart and have something fresh and healthy contain protein and a little carbohydrate.

Train Hard, Eat Well and Rest up!

FebFast Done and Dusted............

... Or is it?

So we have finally hit march 2011! FebFast is over but does that mean you will go back to you old ways?

Hopefully not!

Many of you have achieved great things this month, feeling lighter and more healthier than when we started, so why not try and keep this up and see how much better you could feel in another two weeks, four weeks......

Keep up the challenge if you can, stay mentally strong and see how far you can take it!

Don't forget, you can still donate to the cause 'Donate now'

Thanks to those who have supported the course, the team and yourselves! You've done a great job. Be proud of what you have achieved, tell me how you went!

Topic of the Week

Runners can benefit from Strength Training  

Common misconceptions that runners have about strength training are that it will make them bulky and slower. In reality, strength training is extremely beneficial to runners, strengthening the legs, glutes and core can only make someone run faster!!
 
The article: Benefits of Strength Training for Runners lists a handful of benefits. 

Also read: How to Prevent Running Injuries, some common signs to take note of which will help you be more efficient and stay away from injuries!

Happy Reading!
Train Hard, Eat Well and Rest up!