Healthy Fish And Chips Recipe
Before I became a vegetarian, fish and chips on a Friday was a tradition in our house – like many a house in Yorkshire I think! Was it for you? Well here is my healthy fish and chips recipe to take you back to that time of nostalgia but without all the unhealthy saturated fat […]
Read moreWhat Should You Eat In October?
I was left in shock and feeling like an absolute idiot on Wednesday this week when I asked for blueberries on my porridge. As they’re no longer in season, the shop didn’t have any – but they did have blackberries! Who knew that other than pumpkin, other foods were in season this month! So if you were looking […]
Read moreMeet Motive8’s New Personal Trainer – Emily!
Emily has recently joined the team at motive8 as a Personal Trainer, with a First Class BSc in Nutrition, we’re excited about learning as much about nutrition from Emily as we can. Despite being quite new to the industry, Emily has already made an impact in her classes putting everyone through their paces. Why not […]
Read moreFood Trackers – Good or Bad?
Up until about a month ago I had always tried to eat healthy but never counted my calorie intake. If I was eating mostly proteins, good carbohydrates and good fats – whilst limiting the ‘crap’ foods I would be happy. To be completely honest that worked well for me, considering how active I am I […]
Read more20 Minute HIIT Workout – Time Out Workout
Sometimes we can be pulled in so many different directions that fitting in a workout can get pushed to the bottom of the priority pile. But, doing some exercise is not only important physical health and goals but is important for your mental health too. So, here is a 20 minute HIIT workout which you […]
Read moreHoliday Hill Sprints Workout
I am back! Did you miss me? I know without having to ask that all my personal training clients and class members did for sure, after all I do know how to put the ‘fun’ in functional don’t I??? (feel free not to answer this!) You will all be surprised to know I didn’t exercise […]
Read moreSoupalicious Veggie Soup Recipes
I’m a big fan of something quick, easy and warm for my evening meal – especially when it starts getting dark at 7pm! One thing that hits this list is soup. It is so easy to make soups in a quick amount of time, with very few ingredients – it’s a no brainer! Whilst the […]
Read moreVitamin D – You Probably Have Low Levels Of This!
It’s a broad statement to make I know – but I had to get your attention! And I’m not lying – just passing on some information. The information in this blog reflects what one of my clients was told by her GP with regards to Vitamin D. Apparently those of us lucky enough to live […]
Read moreCardio vs Resistance Workout
As our one day Motive8 Fitness Fiesta approaches, I can’t help but start to plan the classes already. It means that I can try them out in advance and iron out any timing problems, add progressions and modifications or rethink them altogether. So the Monday lunchtime class were guinea pigs for my first format – […]
Read more20 Minute Quick Curry Recipe
It’s getting to that time of year isn’t it? The dark nights are drawing in, it’s getting a bit chilly and you want something to warm you up when you get home from a long day at work. Here is the perfect recipe for you, a 20 minute quick curry recipe. Without further ado, here is […]
Read moreTotal Body TRX Workout
We wrote a HIIT and TRX workout a few months ago. This time I thought I would share a Total Body TRX Workout with you. Many of my personal training clients are interested in fat loss or improving their muscle tone, so a total body approach is great for achieving these goals. For a good calorie […]
Read moreA Healthy Chicken Bake!
Non-gym goers love to make fun of people have an active lifestyle, saying that the food is boring and all they eat is chicken and vegetables. Obviously not true. However…chicken is one of the best sources of protein available and a good variety of vegetables is key to anyone’s diet or goals. I do agree […]
Read moreMaintaining Weight Loss – Ali’s Story
As a personal trainer I’ve worked with many clients who want to lose weight, drop body fat and tone up….it’s a common goal for many people. From experience, whilst losing weight is a MASSIVE achievement which takes a lot of hard work and dedication, the dedication and commitment really comes into practice when someone has hit […]
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