A common phrase I hear and use is finding or getting the ‘balance’ in our lives particularly when it comes to diet and exercise. Actually, everything in life needs balance to work well if you think about it. What do I mean by ‘balance’ you may ask? This is a valid and interesting question. If you look up the dictionary…
Food Hangover
Most of us would have experienced a hangover induced by a few too many drinks; a throbbing head, unsettled tummy, sensitivity to light…. but what about a little too much to eat? Yes a food hangover is what I am eluding to here! The symptoms are very similar to that of an alcohol hangover and sometimes worse. If you are…
Complicating the uncomplicated
Every week I speak to people about getting into shape, about getting fitter and most aspects of their general health. It becomes more apparent that so many are on the diet merry-go –round and are so confused as to what to do, eat or think when it comes to getting into shape, losing weight or improving general health. It is…
Are you on track for 2013?
Are you on track? Well here we are – 2013.Remember only three weeks ago you were so committed to getting fit, losing some extra padding and giving up the chocolate, the wine, the biscuits……you pledged to walk every day and to fit into that pair of jeans or skirt you have had in the back of your wardrobe FOREVER! So…
Set the wheels in motion
Who can believe that 2013 is here! You know the saying ‘the older you get the faster they go’. Sadly enough for many the saying is also ringing true to ‘the older you get the fatter you become’. Contrary to what many people think it is not our inevitable fate that we gain weight and lose our fitness as we…