Posts in “Lifestyle”
Vitamin Myths: Vitamin C, B1 & B2
Last week we looked at how some minerals were now being advertised and sold as sports or fitness supplements. This week we look at some of the more well-known vitamins and whether they will give you that added health boost for all your gym activity needs. Vitamin C MYTH – Vitamin C can benefit exercise performance […]
Read articleDay On A Plate – What Does Chris Baird Eat
Clients are constantly asking me what I eat, anyone that knows me will tell you im as close to a goat as humans come, all I need is my chilli flakes and I’m good to go. So here is my day on a plate 5am- Head straight for my morning Americano, 1 shot, no milk […]
Read articleHealthy Weekend – Hallowe’en Weekend
Hallowe’en is a great time of year, I’m not talking about the sweets and treats as you know they certainly won’t help you on your fitness goal journey! However, Hallowe’en is definitely a time to have some fun, push yourself out your comfort zone and have a bit of a spook. There is a lot […]
Read articleMineral Myths: Potassium and Iron
We all know that we need vitamins and minerals in our diet for our health and wellbeing. But what about vitamins and minerals as supplements to assist with our body composition goals or to boost our exercise performance? Unfortunately, just because something is sold as an “energy boost” or aid for “muscle growth”, new research shows […]
Read articleHealthy Weekend – Yorkshire Scare Ground
As you know October brings Hallowe’en and for those looking for a little bit of a scare-factor I, Lucy, highly recommend going along to the Yorkshire Scare Ground, 5 years of Fear situated on the appropriate Hell Lane in Wakefield. I went last year and if you are looking to enter your own horror movie […]
Read article5 Tips For Staying Motivated To Exercise
For many of us staying motivated to exercise or moving past our plateaus is very hard. This is one of the main reasons there is often a waved pattern of gym attendance whereby people will commit themselves for weeks at a time then their attendance will die off. There are several ways we can help […]
Read articleHealty Weekend -Yorkshire Sculpture Park
For those of you lucky enough to see the ceramic poppies made and displayed at the Tower of London last year to mark the century of the out break of war will know first hand just how impressive they are. Individually they look amazing but when displayed together create a beautiful scene. If you didn’t […]
Read articlePersonal Training Success Stories – Erene H
Erene is one of our personal training Do It In 12 success stories. Erene came to us to get her fitness mojo back after having stopped running and having various attempts to train herself. As a result of Do It In 12 she has regained her confidence and has now set herself some awesome goals including smashing her […]
Read article#WellnessWednesday & #FreeFriday
You may have seen recently on Twitter and Facebook that we have been using the hastags #WellnessWednesday and #FreeFriday. Here is a short blog to explain what they are and how you can benefit! #WellnessWednesday Every Wednesday on Twitter and Facebook we promote an offer using #WellnessWednesday. The offer will run for the full month […]
Read articleDay On A Plate – Tunisian Baked Eggs
Anyone who knows me (Jenny) will know one of my favourite meals is baked eggs…..how can you not like it, ratatouille (yum) with eggs baked in it. I love this dish because I can make the ratatouille the night before, whilst you’re making your evening meal and then when I get home from work the […]
Read articleHealthy Weekend – Support The motive8 Team in York!
This Sunday a group of motive8 north trainers, personal training clients, gym and class members will be taking on the Yorkshire Marathon Corporate Relay. We have 3 teams entered which is amazing, well done to everyone taking part! The marathon takes place around the historic city of York so if anyone lives nearby or fancies […]
Read articleMy Top 5 Pieces of Home Exercise Equipment
Whether you want to admit it or, we’ve all at least thought about exercising in our own homes. Whether it’s an “innovative NEW piece of fitness equipment” that you bought from a shopping channel, the latest celebrity exercise DVD, or a saved scrap of paper containing an “at home” workout from a fitness magazine, we’ve all done it. Here […]
Read articleHealthy Weekend – Leeds LaughterFEST & Rugby Fan Zone Feedback
Leeds LaughterFEST is a comedy festival with a twist which takes place Thursday 1st Oct – Sunday 11th Oct Leeds LaughterFEST is a proud supporter of Variety Children’s Charity. Leeds LaughterFEST’s sole main purpose is to connect people by instilling warm joy at fun unforgettable occasions, providing a positive community spirit feel, creating a vibrant […]
Read articleDay On A Plate – Avocado Baked Eggs
Eggs and avocados are amazing for protein and good fats and they can be enjoyed in some great combinations. Avocado baked eggs are amazing and easy to make, all you need is: 1 avocado 2 eggs (free range of course) spring onion pinch of black pepper Method These are super quick so great for breakfast, […]
Read article2 Common Food Myths
Without really thinking about it, I guarantee you’ve heard some of these, worst still – you’ve probably told someone a myth whilst firmly believing in its authenticity. Don’t eat after 7pm; carbohydrates make you fat; toast is better for you than cereal and so on and so on. The question with a blog like this […]
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