Product Review: Energy Drinks
With great advertising, colourful packaging and a quick energy boost, energy drinks have become highly consumed in our society. So what are the health impacts of consuming these products regularly? Unfortunately, it’s not just the ingredients in each of the products that are harmful for you, it is the other lifestyle factors that accompany them. […]
Sleep. How much do you really need?
Science tells us that you don’t get stronger in the gym (that’s what breaks you down), you actually get stronger during rest. Sleep can easily become the forgotten part of our life, however, arguably the most influential. Sleep is the period of time in which our bodies repair, regenerate and for the next day. Not […]
Product Review: Mustard
Mustard is a well-loved condiment, found in most households in Australia. A great addition to meals such as barbecued meats and vegetables, hotdogs and burgers, mayonnaises and salad dressings. For fat loss or performance goals, sauces with hidden additives such as thickness, sugar and colours can be harmful and even slow your progress. Mustard is […]
How much should you workout to lose body fat?
You can’t out-train a poor diet One of the most common questions we get as fitness professionals is “How much should I exercise to lose body fat?” The answer is simple, train as much as your lifestyle will allow, as long as your body feels good, and as often as you enjoy. However, this unfortunately […]
Top 12 Benefits of Personal Training in Ringwood.
If you want to get fit, build muscle and lose excess body fat, you’re probably looking for someone who understands your goals and can create a plan to help you get you there. Whether you are just starting your health and fitness journey, getting back into it after a break or looking for a new […]
Top 3 benefits of having a Nutrition Coach.
“I know how to eat well, I’m just very busy, and the family takes priority.” “I eat pretty well, but I always feel tired.” “I have thought about nutrition coaching but I don’t want to feel restricted and hungry all of the time. “ Sound familiar? These are the top 3 responses I hear when people […]
The Ultimate Guide to the 2021 CrossFit Open in Ringwood
What is the CrossFit Open? The CrossFit Open is a worldwide event, run by CrossFit HQ each year. Athletes from all around the world get the chance to see how they match up against each other by completing a range of workouts. In 2021, workouts will be released across 3 weeks, with new divisions introduced […]
How to keep your hands tear free.
They say you can tell a CrossFitter by their hands. The abrasions caused by barbells, pull up bars, kettlebells and everything in between can leave our hands feeling rather tender. Here are some of our favourite tips to keeping your hands pain and rip free. Moisturise Dry skin creates callus’s, and calluses create blisters under […]
5 tips to help lose body fat over the festive season
When your goals are to lose excess body fat, the holiday’s can be the hardest time of the year. Events, celebrations, work functions, and enjoying some downtime can quickly lead to reversing your progress. Catching up with family and friends can be stressful, but your food choices don’t need to be. Here are our tips […]
Why is protein important?
Protein is a necessary part of our diets. People of all ages, ethnicities, and genders need protein for longevity and survival. Protein is one of 3 macronutrients. Protein, Carbohydrates and Fat. Macronutrients help us digest food, absorb nutrients and produce hormones. They impact our immune function, cell structure and function, body composition and metabolic function. […]