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Mega Meatball Marinara We’ve used turkey for this Mega Meatball Marinara recipe as it’s a good source of lean protein, potassium and iron. This dish is really simple; just a few minutes prep, then you can put your feet up whilst you wait for the magic to happen. If you’re eating this without working out first, we … Read more
How to Lose Weight Without Exercise 1. Slow down your carbohydrate absorption When you consume food containing carbohydrate, your digestive system breaks it down into sugar, which then enters the blood stream [i]. The presence of sugar in your blood stream (increased blood sugar levels) causes the release of the hormone insulin, which in turn prompts … Read more
Posh Pot Noodle This Posh Pot Noodle is a great winter warmer. Packed with protein and low GI carb from soba (buckwheat) noodles. Buckwheat is also gluten-free so that’s good news for those of you who prefer/need to avoid wheat. Serves 1 Shopping list 1 cooked chicken breast, sliced Soba noodles (1 portion) 1 egg 1 handful … Read more
Four reasons why hydration matters I recommend clients monitor their hydration to achieve optimum results. What is hydration? Before explaining four motivations to keep hydrated, it is important to clarify that dehydration is not only about a lack of water consumption. Dehydration is actually caused by our bodies losing both fluid and electrolytes . Electrolytes … Read more
Giant Protein Pancake This giant protein pancake packs the protein from egg, cottage cheese and yoghurt. The recipe also contains oats, which are a great source of carbohydrate as they are low GI. Even better, making the pancake giant saves heaps of time in comparison to making batches of small ones. Serves 1 Shopping list For … Read more
Nutrition on the go: fitting healthy eating into a busy schedule As a Fitness Instructor Battersea area, many of my clients have busy schedules, and frankly the idea of fitting nutrition into the mix is often viewed as inconvenient and impossible to maintain. Here are a few things you can do, based on a few … Read more
Gluten Free Chocolate Mug Cake Find yourself cake-less at cake o’clock? This gluten free chocolate mug cake is stodgetastic, yet low in carbohydrate and packed with protein and good fats. Serves 1 Shopping list 1 tsp Coconut oil 20 g Lindt Dark Chocolate 70% 1 Large egg 1/2 tsp Agave 1/2 tsp Vanilla extract 1 tbsp Milk 1/2 scoop Chocolate protein … Read more
Hi all, Today’s presentation is all about sugar. Today we will talk about: The different faces of sugar – what it’s called, and how to find it on a label Dangers of a high sugar diet Insulin sensitivity Glycation How timing sugar consumption can benefit your training Resources Article – How to read a label … Read more
Edamame Pasta with Pesto Prawns This super so simple dish is an awesome alternative to pasta and helps to curb a carb craving. It’s jam-packed with protein and fibre and very low in carbohydrate. This dish is made using a very special Edamame Fettuccine. It has the taste and texture of pasta, yet is made entirely … Read more
Outdoor winter training – 3 top tips If you’re a fan of outdoor winter training, this post is for you. Over and above the obvious benefits of continuity in maintaining your fitness regime, exercising outdoors during the winter is a great way to beat the winter blues, as endorphins are a great remedy for the … Read more