In The Pool.. So I went in today to have Pete time me again. Once again with the mindset that I’m sure there won’t be much difference. Remembering that I was averaging 2.15mins per 100m and 60sec per 50metres… These were my times from the 26th of May 1st 100m = 200.1 2nd 100m =2.01.3 [...]
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Taking The Challenge To Learn To Swim I have been a Personal Trainer for years now. Always loved running, walking, gym workouts, keeping fit and healthy in general but one thing I never really learnt was swimming. How to swim length after length at a good pace and keep going! It wasn’t until a few [...]
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Healthy Hint Number 1 Smoking & Cholesterol Smokers over the age of 40 are 12 times more likely to have high levels of harmful blood cholesterol than non-smokers the same age. However after quitting for 10 years the risk of heart disease and stroke drops to that of a non-smoker. Healthy Hint Number 2 Garlic [...]
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There is no quick and fast way to cure cellulite. I’m sorry, I know that’s not what you wanted to hear.. but it’s the truth. So what can you actually do to rid yourself of the dreaded stuff. Well there are a few options but first and foremost you need to detox and flush your [...]
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What Do I Think? This is one of those fitness myths that won’t die. The fact is, unless you spend hours and hours in the gym lifting ridiculously heavy weights, it’s unlikely you will build the large, chunky muscles you see on bodybuilders and power lifters. Most women don’t have enough of the male hormone, [...]
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Yes, Men Losing Weight Faster Than Woman Annoys Me Too!!! Men seem to lose weight more easily than women, which is another reason for us women to keep exercise up, especially as we age. Women have a higher percentage of body fat and are literally designed to store more fat. Why? Because fats are essential for [...]
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1. Bananas Bananas Bananas Bananas are rich in potassium, calcium, iron, magnesium and phosphorus. They are also a good source of vitamins A and C as well as the B vitamins thiamine, riboflavin and niacin. They contain all essential amino acids plus potassium, a potent brain fuel. 2. How ‘Guilt Free’ Can Chocolate Treats Be? Chocolate is rich [...]
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One of my clients has just told me they are pregnant, so I thought I would write a little on pregnancy and some of the aches and pains that go with holding onto a baby for 9 months…. Although bad posture can be responsible for aches and pains during pregnancy, you may have other aches and pains that [...]
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Quick, Easy Energiser Recipes… Great For Active Athletes! Wholemeal Spaghetti With Cannellini Beans Cook 500g of wholemeal pasta according to directions. Heat 2 tbsp of olive oil in a large pan an fry 1 chopped onion for 3-4 minutes, until transparent. Add 2 x 400g cans of tomatoes (rounghly chopped) and 2 tbsp freshly chopped [...]
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This one is from a good friend… Super yummy! Tuna fish cakes (makes 12) 1 x 400g can cannellini beans 2 x 185g cans tuna in water or oil bunch spring onions trimmed and chopped finely grated zest of lemon and juice of lemon 1 Tbsp chopped flat leaf parsley 1 egg, lightly beaten [...]
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The Number 1 Exercise Excuse… IT’S BORING! You may think that exercise is boring, but when you actually do it you may discover that isn’t the case. Repetitive activities such as walking, swimming, cycling and jogging don’t require much concentration and may help you into a more relaxed, calmer mental state. This is a state of [...]
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This is all my opinion…. Happy reading Oh golly.. this is such a controversial topic. I am so dead against cow’s milk but to talk about it with people is sometimes a hard task. I liken it to talking about children and vaccination – everybody has their viewpoint so it’s one of those talks that [...]
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1. Lift Heavy Weights; Yes, I said it. A woman has about one tenth the testosterone (the hormone needed to build lean tissue) of a man, so becoming “too big” is impossible. 2. Eat Breakfast; If you skip breakfast you send your body a signal you won’t be feeding it (especially if it’s been eight [...]
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The Weekend Away; I went away to Taupo for the weekend to watch my sister race in the Kinloch Contact Tri Series. Was an awesome weekend. I didn’t want to come home!! My sister didn’t have the best race of her life but it made me think of these sayings that got me through some [...]
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My partner made these for me about a month ago. It is super super yummy!!! They taste so good!! Nice and light for a hot evening… Thought I better not be rude & share them… =) Chicken Salad Recipe Ingredients: 4 eggs 6 slices of lean bacon 600gm skinless chicken breast Iceberg lettuce 1/2 pumpkin, cubed Pine [...]
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