Posts in “Anabolism”
The importance of the military press
I would argue that this is probably one of the best lifts for the development of the upper body; most people don’t like to do it as the poundage can be very humbling. There seems to be a mindset in most gyms that strength is determined by how much one person can bench press, now […]
Read articleMotive8 North’s tips to build strength
Now im not talking about bodybuilding here, so if your interested in increasing your muscle size quickly, this isn’t the article for you. Being strong has many benefits both on the athletic field and in your daily life. Research is beginning to indicate that strength and the utilization of the stretch shortening cycle and correlated […]
Read articleGluten free super tasty lunches
Salmon with new potato & corn salad & basil dressing (serves 4) Per serving- 434 kcalories, protein 30g, carbohydrate 28g, fat 24 g, saturated fat 4g, fibre 3g, sugar 5g, salt 0.42 g Ingredients Process 400g baby new potatoes 2 sweet corncobs 4 skinless salmon fillets 2 very large tomatoes , like beefsteak 2 tbsp red wine vinegar 2 […]
Read articleCalorie Cycling, Is it any good?
The recent buzz in the fitness world has been the notion of cycling calories, whether this is effective or not as a means of loosing unnecessary fat is uncertain. Here is what the theory suggests; regular dieting teaches our bodies to need fewer calories, this means that after a long term calorie deficit the instance […]
Read articleHealthy protein packed snacks to help the mid afternoon slump
Protein Ball Recipe (makes 25) Great after a workout, around 186 calories per ball packed with protein and good fats!!! Ingredients Process 80g 1/2 cup of almonds 80g/1/2 cup of walnuts 80g/1/2 cup of hazelnuts 40g 1/4 cup of pumpkins seeds 40g 1/4 cup of flaxseed (linseeds) 40g 1/4 cup of chia seeds 40g 1/4 cup […]
Read articleSome little tips to help burn fat.
Often people ask me why their friend who eats the same as then is skinnier, or how come some people have to work so much harder for the same results, sure genetics plays a part, however you would be surprised at how subtle changes in your lifestyle effect the amount of body fat you store. […]
Read articleSnack Ideas- Dips for work or on the go, just add you fave veg!
Lemon & coriander houmous (serves 6) 179 kcalories, protein 7g, carbohydrate 13g, fat 11 g, saturated fat 2g, fibre 6g, sugar 1g, salt 0.12 g Ingredients Process 2 x 400g cans chickpeas in water, drained 2 fat garlic cloves , roughly chopped 3 tbsp Greek yogurt 3 tbsp tahini paste 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil , plus extra zest […]
Read articleCompound vs Isolation Training for strength and muscle
When it comes to training there is no argument that exercise selection will make or break a gym plan. The common misconception especially amongst beginners lifting weights is that more is better, after all it would seem logical that hitting the same muscle from every possible angel is beneficial….. WRONG Isolation exercises are great […]
Read articleHow to speed the detoxification of alcohol
Alcohol is a terrible substance, it stops fat burning, erases performance gains and delays recovery, and should be avoided! However since it’s the holiday season and most of you will have had some its handy to have a few strategies that will help your body cope best with the poison. Before we begin to discuss […]
Read articleChicken ideas For winter
Middle Eastern chicken & apricot stew (serves 4) 295 kcalories, protein 41.6g, carbohydrate 28.3g, fat 2.5 g, saturated fat 0.6g, fibre 3.6g, salt 0.29 g Ingredients Process olive oil 1 large onion , chopped 1 tbsp root ginger , grated 2 garlic cloves , chopped 4 skinless chicken breasts , cut into chunks 2 tsp baharat or ras-el-hanout spice blend (look for Bart […]
Read articleEccentric training the facts
Like most training principals eccentric training has its place, research has shown that eccentric training produces favourable neural adaptations for strength as they develop type 2 fibres very effectively. Here are the facts about eccentric training The eccentric phase occurs when the muscle lengthens under contraction You are up-to 1.75x stronger in the eccentric phase […]
Read articleBreakfast eggs
Veggie breakfast bakes (serves 4) 127 kcalories, protein 9g, carbohydrate 5g, fat 8 g, saturated fat 2g, fibre 3g, sugar 5g, salt 0.4 g Ingredients Process 4 large field mushrooms 8 tomatoes , halved 1 garlic clove , thinly sliced 2 tsp olive oil 200g bag spinach 4 eggs Heat oven to 200C/180C fan/gas 6. Put the mushrooms and tomatoes […]
Read articleSelecting the right rep range for you
Low Reps: Typically this referes to a 1-5 rep range, these low rep ranges place the heaviest load on the muscles, other than placing a large load on the muscles this rep range has the added benefit of activating all of the fibre types, including slow twitch fibres. This rep range is most successful at […]
Read articleFront squats, the secret abdominal exercise
Front squats, the secret abdominal exercise The front squat is a highly functional lift developing far more than just the lower limbs, it requires tremendous trunk strength and great flexibility at the shoulder girdle. A study in the journal of strength and conditioning examined a series of exercises on EMG readings of the rectus abdominus […]
Read articleLow GI high protein meals
Low GI meals COLOUR CODING SCHEME Low Calorie Meal (weight loss) High Calorie Meal (weight gain) Sport Specific Meal (i.e. recovery) All meals fall under this catogory Macro-nutrient heavy (either carbohydrate/ protein or fats) Italian-style beef stew- serves 4 225 kcalories, protein 25g, carbohydrate 7g, fat 11 g, saturated fat 3g, […]
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