Posts in “Nutrition”
Tea-toxing – Tea Detoxing Diets
So I have been given the challenge of giving you a bit of understanding behind ‘tea-toxing’ tea detoxing diets. You only have to watch TV, read a magazine or scroll down your social media to see that tea detoxing is the big new craze pushing juicing out of the top spot! The idea behind […]
Read articleVegetarian Lemon Bulgar Wheat Salad with Roasted Veggies
Here is a great vegetarian bulgar wheat salad that packs a little punch! Make in bulk for so you can use for several lunches throughout the week. If you fancy some meat with it then chicken or prawns are a great option. Kcal 448, Protein 10g, Carbs 75g, Fat 14g Sat 2g Ingredients 1 tbsp vegetable oil […]
Read articleDay On A Plate – Making Food With The Family
This weekend I was back home with my family and that means eating together. My mum has always loved getting us together and cooking. From a very early age I can remember puling up a kitchen chair to the worktop and helping her prepare dinner, nowadays its often a group effort to get food prepared […]
Read articleWhat Is A Balanced Diet?
What is a balanced diet can be a hard question to answer as firstly, you need to know what healthy is defined as, it may mean one thing to me but a different thing to you. In fact issuing guidelines regarding the effect of varying macronutrient ratios on health, weight loss and aging is a […]
Read articlePrawn Curry In A Hurry
Here is a tasty prawn curry that is ideal if your looking for a quick but tasty evening meal. Ingredients Kcal 166 Carbs 11g Protein 22g Fats 4g Sats 1g 2 tbsp curry paste 1 chopped onion 200g large raw or cooked prawns, defrosted if frozen 400g can chopped tomatoes 1 clove garlic , […]
Read articleDay On A Plate – Omlette And A Healthy Pie Recipe
When I woke up this morning I had some spinach and chicken left over from last night’s tea and then it was on train my clients. After my personal training sessions I had a training session which was followed by an omelette. I really love omelettes but I have to say my omelettes taste good […]
Read article30 Minute Spanish Chicken Recipe
No one wants to cook after a long day, so here is a recipe for Spanish style chicken which is easily made in 30 minutes!! And it’s super tasty! Kcal 310, Protein 43g Carbs 17g, Fats 5g, Sat 1g Ingredients 1 large onion, sliced 1 tsp olive oil 1 garlic clove, crushed 8 boneless skinless chicken […]
Read articleCoconut And Avocado Chocolate Balls
Coconut And Avocado Chocolate Balls Recipe Here is a healthier alternative to chocolate truffles. Although these are great to take the edge off any sweet cravings remember, these should only be consumed in moderation! Makes 5 Balls Each Ball – Calories 85 Carbs 4g, Protein 5g Fat 7g sat 2g Ingredients 1 Avocado 1 Tbs […]
Read articleJenny’s Day On A Plate
I love cooking, and for Christmas last year, I was really fortunate that a group of my personal training clients bought me a subscription to Veggie – a vegetarian cookery magazine. It was quite funny when the first one I received in the post had a picture of a big raspberry tart on the front! Despite this, […]
Read articleMy Day On A Plate – Preparing Your Lunch
A lot of people fall down with their nutrition due to lack of planning and preparing their meals and the number one meal often forgotten about is lunch. After a long day at work you’re thinking about cooking dinner and sitting down to relax with the intention of getting up early and sorting lunch in […]
Read articlePersonal Training Success Story – Stefanie Oliver
Having only been part of Motive8 North for a short space of time I am yet to have the impressive back catalogue of clients that the other trainers have. I do however have some amazing clients who are on their way to achieving great things when it comes to their goals. One of these clients […]
Read articleJenny’s 3 Bean Vegetarian Chilli Recipe
I love a good vegi chilli, so here is my easy 3 bean vegetarian chilli recipe for you to enjoy. Chilli’s are so easy to make in bulk and use for days in the week when I have a light night at work and need something quick and easy to warm up. Use the ingredients […]
Read articleRoast Chicken with Roasted Vegetables and Feta
For many a Sunday roast is a family tradition, here is a healthy summer twist on a roast chicken. You can even cook it on the BBQ or eat alfresco if its nice weather. Roast Chicken With Roasted Vegetables And Feta Serves 4 Ingredients 1 garlic bulb (3 cloves crushed, remainder left whole) 2 x […]
Read articleThe Caffeine Boost – Ergogenic Effects of Caffeine
Caffeine Boost: Fact or Fiction? For decades the discussion around the ergogenic effects of caffeine (performance enhancing) have been back and forth. The actual effects of caffeine on the body and exercise performance are still in limbo and the arguments continue. The Effects of Caffeine Several theories exist for the mechanism by which caffeine may […]
Read article20 Minute Recipe
20 Minute Recipe – Tomato and Harissa Chicken Kcal 184 Protein 34g Carbs 2g Fats 4g Sat 1g After a long day at work nobody wants to be slaving away in the kitchen for hours so here is a quick and easy 20 minute recipe, Tomato and Harissa Chicken with a hint of spice. Remember to […]
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