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How To Choose The Right Football Boots

Stan November 13, 2017 0

In 2017, there are many sports retailers out there selling new and innovative football training equipment, meaning we are often inundated with products to choose from. When it comes to football boots in particular,

The Slump Test

Stan June 7, 2017 8

The Slump Test is a common test used, when looking for a disc herniation, indicated by lower back or leg pain. The main purpose is to see if a disc herniation is causing a

5 Orange Coloured Juice Recipes for Health and Happiness

Stan March 21, 2017 4

Developing a nutritious diet can be quite the challenge for the blossoming health enthusiast. Obstacles can be hidden around every corner. But worry no longer! Healthy eating does not have to lack the flavour

Pack In The Protein With Proats

Stan February 2, 2017 3

It’s coming to the end of January and we’ve all been training harder than ever to work off the Christmas pounds. Hopefully you’ll have been fueling your body with the right stuff, but if

Unlocking Your Sporting Potential

Stan August 31, 2016 0

Sport and fitness can have a profound impact on both our body and mind. Numerous studies have supported the idea that fitness is linked to both mental and physical health. For this reason, more

How To Strength Train For Cycling And Improve Your Performance

Stan April 28, 2016 1

It stands to reason that the more you ride your bike, either on the road or on one of the many turbo trainers available from online cycle shops, the easier it gets to become

The Best Hobbies For Keeping Fit

Stan April 11, 2016 0

Being fit is a lifestyle and your fitness doesn’t end when you walk out of the gym. It’s important you have hobbies you enjoy that push you a bit further towards your fitness goals

Eating Out & Eating Healthy

Stan April 11, 2016 0

You’re eating clean, training hard, you’re in control of your diet and you’re on track to your health goals. Then you get invited to a restaurant for a friend’s birthday and now you have

Weighing Up Career Options In The Health And Fitness Industry

Stan July 24, 2015 0

If you’re thinking about a career change and have a passion for all things health and fitness then switching to a job in the sector could be a good move. People who are passionate

Tips For Winter Walking

Stan January 8, 2014 0

Although the weather may be chilly, you should not dismiss a walk in the great outdoors during the winter months. As Suzanne Nottingham, a spokesperson of the American Council of Exercise, put it to

Use free weights, body weight exercises, power bands and the TRX instead of resistance machines to work your stability muscles.

Did you know that when you eat a salad with a vinegar based dressing a signal is passed to your brain letting you know that you are full earlier. Vinegar also helps reduce insulin released in a carbohydrate rich meal creating less fat storage from the meal.Travis Jones

Can't afford a gym membership no problem try 4Ever Fitness' free downloadable outdoor workout!

Water! invest in a good size water bottle to ensure you get enough water during the day not just during your workouts!

Stress produces the hormone cortisol and to much of it leads to your body storing fat! Follow our mindfulness programme to help your body take on a more positive balance.

Agave nectar is not a substitute for sugar as it actually has the same molecular structure as High Fructose Corn Syrup (found in sodas and other processed foods). It is not a healthy alternative.Travis Jones

Sugar is a BIG NO-NO its raises your natural level of blood sugar resulting in more insulin being released into your body. Insulin is one of the main culprits of fat storage. Read 4everfitness's article on Fats spots & Hormones for more information.

Trans fats are another BIG NO-NO they are found in processed meals and treats. They can help lead to weight gain and serious health issues.

Research shows that listening to music is a great way to stay motivated during a training session!

Eating an organic/grass fed unsalted butter will help you lose weight. This Butter has high amounts of vitamin A and iodine supporting your thyroid gland to function more efficiently. The thyroid regulates your metabolism so this creates a faster metabolism and increases fat loss.Travis Jones

Get plenty of sleep as your muscles and mind need time to repair.

Do change your exercise programme every 6-8 weeks or better yet invest in a trainer who can provide you with a periodization training plan.

Try compound exercises as they target several muscle groups at once!

Spinach is a brilliant source of iron and has amazing detoxifying powers which will help to get rid of that spare tyre for good.

Get off the fizzy drinks! research form the University of Oklahoma found that women who drink 2 cans a day are more likely to develop fat around their stomach due to the amount sugar content in the drinks!

Ignore the scales. Muscle weighs more than Fat so don't be alarmed if your weight spikes. Use a measuring tape instead so you can visually see how many inches you have lost :)

Don't target fat spots! shredding fat is a total body process, so try high density workouts for all over workouts.

Avoid fructose to lose fat for summer. Fructose is a sugar that is found in large quantities in processed foods in the form of high fructose corn syrup, but it is also present in fruit.Charles Poliquin

Oily fish such as salmon and sardines are packed with fat melting omega-3 fatty acids.

Not only does exercise improve your body, it helps your mental function.David Atkinson

Made your own lunch so you know exactly what your eating! that way your less likely to eat trans fats and other baddies.

Drink more water! Fats cells are harder to break down when your body is dehydrated! Check out the 4Ever Fitness article on The Importance of Hydration.

Sometimes exercising can cause extra stress and it is better to follow more of a mindfulness program in order to restore your body's energy balance.

Research from the university of Maryland Medical Centre found that cardio sessions longer than 45mins may break down muscle, causing your body to store fat.

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How To Choose The Right Football Boots

The Slump Test

5 Orange Coloured Juice Recipes for Health and Happiness

Pack In The Protein With Proats

Unlocking Your Sporting Potential

How To Strength Train For Cycling And Improve Your Performance

The Best Hobbies For Keeping Fit

Eating Out & Eating Healthy

Weighing Up Career Options In The Health And Fitness Industry

Tips For Winter Walking

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