Blog posts categorised with ‘Helpsheets’

Hip flexor pain is particularly common amongst athletes but it is also often seen in the more sedentary. Generally, consistent anterior (front) hip pain is known as Iliopsoas syndrome. The Cause of...

Are you overweight, lack energy and feel low or depressed ? Do you suffer from bloating and inflammation ? Do you regularly have bouts of eczema, IBS and food intolerances ? If you answer yes to the...

The following are a collection of exercise, diet and lifestyle tips that our Trainers have put together to help you burn more fat, build more lean muscle and increase your metabolic rate so that you...

Everybody knows that nutrition is a hugely important part of health, well-being and weight loss- You are what you eat. Most of us also understand that your lifestyle and overall levels of...

Most people would love to have a flat tummy or a well-defined six-pack. However, for many it’s not just as simple as cutting down on what you eat and doing some sit ups. That’s why we have put...

Most gym-goers would love to have a flat tummy or a nice looking six-pack but many struggle to achieve this despite regular exercise and watching what they eat. In fact, most people struggle to shed...

We all know someone who trains regularly at the gym and eats clean but still struggles to achieve a flat tummy or the elusive ‘Six-Pack’. In fact, most people struggle to burn the unwanted fat around...

Most people who attend a gym aspire to have a flatter tummy or want the elusive ‘Six-Pack’. However, most people struggle to burn the unwanted fat around their middle and create clearly defined...

Most people who attend a gym aspire to have a flatter tummy or want the elusive ‘Six-Pack’. However, most people struggle to burn the unwanted fat around their middle and create clearly defined...

Most people who attend a gym aspire to have the elusive ‘Six-Pack’. However, most people struggle to achieve a flat tummy and defined abdominals. Here’s ten top tips that will not only help you to...

Stay Hydrated Drink more mineral water Try to drink at least a 1.5 litre bottle of pure mineral water everyday. Add a pinch of unrefined sea salt ( we use Celtic Sea Salt) to increase speed of...

Most people have a plan for how they'd like to progress along their career path. But rarely do people take the time to plan their health... Six Simple Steps to Become Truly Fit and Healthy Over...

75% of people are chronically dehydrated The number one trigger of daytime fatigue is lack of water In 37% of people, the thirst mechanism is so weak; it is often mistaken for hunger A mere 2% drop in...

A Daily Holistic Approach Our country is renown for long office hours and lack of personal time compared to our European counterparts. Some say that this accounts for the increased incidence of...

Stress is everywhere. It can be helpful or harmful, depending on how you manage it. You can try to overcome harmful stress levels with: Artificial measures e.g. medication, alcohol and caffeine...

Posture is the way we sit, stand, kneel, squat or walk and is determined by the body’s structures, but it can also be influenced by genetic and emotional factors. Normal spine posture helps to reduce...

Margarine was originally manufactured to fatten turkeys. when it killed the turkeys, the people who had put all the money into the research put their heads together to figure out what to do with this...

Cardiovascular Disease Kills One in Three People. What is it? It is an umbrella term which includes diseases of heart and blood vessels. the most common type of disease is caused by an obstruction in...

Train using 'big' multi-joint exercises like squats, deadlifts, bench press, chin ups & wood chops to maximise muscle activation and the boosting effect on metabolism. Avoid...

As more and more work, education and recreation involves computers, everyone needs to be aware of the hazard of RSI to the hands and arms, often resulting from the use of keyboards. This can be a...

Golfer’s Back! Playing golf is a challenge in itself, let alone with a bad back! Many golfers are, however, injuring themselves unnecessarily on the course. The cause of injury to the back are usually...

Its all about the balance; family, partner, friends, work, play not to mention time on your own Go outside. Enjoy the sun (if any), get lots of fresh air (walk?) Movement is essential to maintain good...

The human body adapts and evolves as a direct result of its external and internal environments Vary your diet, eat fresh seasonal vegetables, eat fish, red meat, white meat, mix up the colours, eat...

Approximately 75% of people are dehydrated Try to drink 2 litres of water a day Dehydration causes stress and stress causes further dehydration Remember that STRESS = CATABOLICS = Cortisol + body...

The healthiest diet is the ‘No-diet Diet’ Everyone has their own biochemical individuality and therefore one diet isn’t going to work for everyone Try metabolic typing for more accurate macronutrient...

Train the whole body with 3 dimensional, functional movement At least 3 x 20mins of cardiovascular exercise (H.R.= 65-85%max) per week Be efficient with your exercise time Try to choose exercise which...

Breakfast is still by far the most important meal of the day A bad breakfast or no breakfast can lead to snacking, caffeine or sugar cravings. Worse still it can cause the body to look for nutrients...

We should be most active in the morning. Winding down as the day goes on and relaxing in the evening Be aware of your circadian rhythm. When the sun goes down our bodies begin to activate the...

Be aware of excessive physical stress (eg, overtraining) and excessive mental stress (eg, anxiety, work, relationships) Never undervalue positivity and laughter Also be aware of other types of...

Organic food is grown without the use of toxic pesticides, herbicides, fungicides or chemical fertilisers Organic foods are better for your health, and they’re produced in ways that support a healthy...

Only fill your cupboards and refrigerator with quality foods Try to eat at least 5 fresh seasonal vegetables a day Look for Organic options Look for food that has been locally grown/farmed, it has...