The words you speak and listen to, are extremely powerful. They impact you at a subconscious as well as conscious level and so influence your behaviour, and ultimately the quality of your life. Research shows that it takes between 5-7 positives to out-do the damage of a negative comment/feedback. That’s how powerful negative words can be! Think of the old…
How stress is sabotaging your health and fat loss goals
Stress comes in various forms in our lives and can have very serious consequences on your health which then impacts your fat loss goals. If you are not managing your stress, it can impact your food choices, sleep and activity level which then further increases stress in your body and the vicious circle continue. In this article I explain what…
Rest and Recovery is more Important Training
As you get older you require longer periods of rest and recovery. It takes longer for your neuro-processors and muscles to recovery. Rest and recovery come in different forms, active recovery, passive recovery, self-care, and sleep. What is ideal for each person will vary, so trial and error is the key to finding what works best for you. Here are…
Healthy eating is NOT just about food
There is more to healthy eating than just the food choices on your plate. In order for your eating to be healthy it needs to be healthy for your body, mind and spirit. Food choices: Opt for fresh food as much as possible (think 80/20 rule) Eat complete meals which includes a serve of protein, a serve of good fats,…
The Importance of Protein in Every Meal
Protein Basics: Protein is one of the three macronutrients required by the body. The other 2 being carbohydrates and fats. On average a person needs about 0.8-1.1g of protein per kilo of body weight. However, protein needs increase with age because our body becomes less efficient at synthesizing, digesting and absorbing protein, therefore we need to eat more of it….
