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Some 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. […]

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Snack 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 […]

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The Launch of a New Exercise Studio In Leeds

We are pleased to announce that we will be launching the brand new Motive8 North exercise studio at Saxton, Leedson 10th January 2013! We set up ourLeeds’ personal training studio atMarshalls Courtin July 2011 and things have come on leaps and bounds since then! We have a great success in motivating our clients to achieve […]

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Abdominal muscle | Anabolism | Building Muscle | Catabolic | Diet | Nutrition | Personal Training | Recovery | Weight Loss

How 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 […]

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Leftover Christmas day food ideas (healthy boxing day meals)

Leftover turkey casserole (SERVES 4) 411 kcalories, protein 39g, carbohydrate 34g, fat 13 g, saturated fat 3g, fibre 4g, sugar 18g, salt 0.8 g Ingredients Process 2 onions , finely chopped 1 eating apple , cored and chopped 2 tbsp olive oil 1 tsp dried sage , or 5 sage leaves, chopped 2 tbsp plain flour 300ml vegetable or chicken stock 2 […]

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Christmas Season Recovery Meals

Roast pork with couscous & ginger yogurt (serves 6)- high in protein and carbs 284 kcalories, protein 23.0g, carbohydrate 37.0g, fat 6.0 g, saturated fat 1.0g, fibre 0.0g, sugar 15.0g, salt 0.21 g Give your system a boost of iron with this low-fat yet satisfying roast pork recipe Ingredients Process 2 pork fillets , each […]

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Don’t fear eggs- eggs don’t negatively affect cholesterol

Research has shown that eggs as part of a low carbohydrate diet can help you lose fat, improve cholesterol and decrease inflammation despite what folk law would have you believe. Research has shown that the macronutrient carbohydrate actually causes more inflammation, elevates triglyceride levels more profoundly and subsequently elevates bad LDL cholesterol. This becomes even […]

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Breakfast 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 […]

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Snacks to eat on the go

Snacks to eat on the go Smashed bean dip- makes 4 portions 172 kcalories, protein 11g, carbohydrate 22g, fat 5 g, saturated fat 1g, fibre 6g, sugar 3g, salt 1.04 g Ingredients Process 400g can cannellini beans , rinsed and drained 400g can chickpeas , rinsed and drained juice 2 lemons , zest 1 2 garlic cloves , crushed 2 tsp […]

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Nutrition | Personal Training | Weight Loss

The Hidden Sugars in Food

HIDDEN SUGARS When we discuss dnutrition and diets with clients at our personal training studio in Leeds we often find that on the whole their diets are healthy. However, there are many small changes people could make which would make a big difference. One of these things is to cut out foods which contain a lot […]

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Front 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 […]

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Low 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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Breakfast Ideas

Breakfast Ideas NEW COLOUR CODING SCHEME   Low Calorie Meal (weight loss)   High Calorie Meal (weight gain)   Sport Specific Meal (i.e. recovery)   Macro-nutrient heavy (either carbohydrate/ protein or fats)     Melon & crunchy bran pots- serves 1 272 calories, protein 13g, carbohydrate 34g, fat 9 g, saturated fat 2g, fibre 3g, […]

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Healthy Lunches for People On The Go!

Healthy Lunches for People on The Go! Help-Yourself Tuna Rice Salad- serves 8 Ideal for busy households, this hearty salad keeps well in the fridge for up to three days, ready to be spooned into a bowl whenever you need to put a lunch together at the last minute! 328 kcalories, protein 14g, carbohydrate 49g, […]

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How to overcome emotional eating

How to overcome emotional eating Unfortunately the majority of people i know are in some way affected by emotional eating, it could be as small as reaching for a bag of crisps when you’re bored, or that chocolate bar when you feeling stressed. This is the main problem for anyone looking to achieve any goal, […]

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