Fitness

Dieting for weight loss does not have to mean bland, boring foods. In fact, it’s never been a better time for dieters. Healthy ingredients, baking mixes, and smart foods swaps mean your diet can be fun and delicious. Swap: pizza base For: cauliflower pizza base Cauliflower is a dieter’s best friend! This versatile veggie is packed with vitamins, micronutrients, and fibre for few calories. Did you know that you can...

Are these sneaky culprits undermining your weight loss efforts? Butter Butter is a healthy fat for cooking or spreading. But - like all fats - it is calorie dense at 9 calories per gram. That can soon add up. Get into the habit of weighing...

If weight loss is a simple case of calories in vs calories out, why do some people seem to lose weight more easily than others? Are your numbers accurate? To lose weight, you must be accurate with your data. You need to know how much...

When you’re on a committed weight loss mission, it might be easy to get caught up on things like obsessively counting calories for everything you eat and calculating exactly how many steps you’ve done each day. There is, however, an entire world of micronutrients, vitamins...

Far too often, snacking is a guilty pleasure which seems to threaten our health and fitness goals. Here’s a look at a few healthy snack options which you can enjoy with a clear conscience: Frozen grapes – if you’ve got a sweet tooth and find...

The world of weight loss can seem a bit predictable and mundane at times. We’re all aware of the key points – eat fewer calories than you burn, exercise, walk rather than drive. The list goes on. If you’re on a weight loss mission and...

You might not realise it but there are many foods out there, some common and some less so, which can help you shed those pounds. From creepy crawlies to weird and wonderful fruits, here’s a look at a few of them: Sea Kelp – you...

Hit a weight loss plateau in your diet? Don’t get frustrated. Understand why it’s happened, and then break through the wall. Has your weight loss really plateaued? If you think your weight loss has come to a standstill, be patient before making any changes. Don’t...

Set yourself up for weight loss success with realistic expectations. What affects how long it takes to lose weight? Wouldn’t it be lovely if we all lost weight at the same rate? Sadly, that’s not the case. Weight loss is individual and can be affected...

There are no rules when it comes to exercising. Here’s how to get in shape without ever having a gym membership. Create your own outdoor circuits You don’t need to go to a gym class or hire a Personal Trainer to get the benefits of...

No time to get to the gym? Fit exercise around your busiest days with these everyday tips. 10-minute workout before breakfast If you can get up 25 minutes earlier, there's time to have a drink of water, do a 10-minute intense workout, and shower. Choose...

Get breakfast right and you’ll set yourself up for a day of healthy eating. Avoid sugary cereals and opt for nutritious options that will fill you up without piling on the pounds. Your Healthy Breakfast Checklist: - 30g protein - A small amount of healthy...