Tristan Buttle Personal Trainer

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30 daily tips for parents who want to stay strong & sane. Day 12: Take Creatine…

30 daily tips for busy parents who want to stay strong & sane. Day 12: Take Creatine. Creatine is a totally natural occurring substance in your body. It is produced naturally, mainly by the liver. This process is completed by the conversion of 3 amino acids: Arginine, Glycine & Methionine – to form Creatine. The […]

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30 daily tips for parents who want to stay strong & sane. Day 8: Enjoy the little things…

‘D’Yer Wanna Be a Spaceman’? 30 daily tips for busy parents who want to stay strong & sane. Day 8 : Try to enjoy the little things. That’s all for today, Tristan ‘astronaut’ Buttle. To read more tip click HERE

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You are not a bodybuilder

30 daily tips for parents who want to stay strong & sane. Day 7: You are not a bodybuilder…

Chances are, if you are reading this, you are not a bodybuilder? So why are you trying to train & eat like one? Why try to copy a routine from a pro level bodybuilder when all you want to do is feel better, lose some fat and perhaps build a bit of muscle? Bodybuilders are […]

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30 daily tips for busy parents who want to stay strong & sane. Day 6: Messy is temporary..

Involving kids in the cooking/baking process helps them to nurture life skills, whilst building their confidence, and develop potential healthier eating habits.  Plus, it’s a fun opportunity for some bonding time. Start small — get them stirring/mixing, washing veggies, or measuring out ingredients.  The mess is temporary, but the memories (and skills) last forever. That’s […]

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you need a plan b

30 daily tips for busy parents who want to stay strong & sane. Day 5: You need a plan b.

Day 5: You need a plan b Are you a busy adult/parent? If so, when it comes to training, you NEED a Plan B. The average person (I’m talking general population here) typically sets a target of exercising 3 x per week Whether that’s gym sessions or classes or a combination of both. However, life […]

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The half plate rule

30 daily tips for busy parents. Day 4: Use the half plate rule.

30 daily tips for busy parents who want to stay strong & sane. Day 4: Use the ‘half plate rule’… The half plate rule – what is it? How can it help YOU as a bust parent? Filling half your plate with your veggies of choice naturally reduces calories while increasing nutrients and fiber (which […]

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Put Protein first

30 daily tips for busy parents.Day 3: Put Protein First.

Put Protein first: 30 daily tips for busy parents who want to stay strong & sane. Day 2: It doesn’t matter what time you eat breakfast, whether it’s 5am or 11am, my advice is that you always Put Protein first… Why? 1)Natural appetite control: Protein will keep you feeling fuller for longer. This helps to […]

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30 daily tips for busy parents. Day 2: Hydrate then caffeinate.

30 daily tips for busy parents who want to stay strong & sane. Day 2: Hydrate then caffeinate. You wake up dehydrated as you can’t drink and sleep at the same time. Therefore starting your day with a glass of water makes sense. Dehydration leads to fatigue, which is the last thing you need as […]

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30 daily tips for busy parents.Day 1: Start small…

Day 1: Start small. As a parent I know that life with kids can be hectic, but your fitness doesn’t have to take a backseat.  Try these 6 quick tips to stay strong (without sacrificing your sanity): 1️⃣ Schedule your workout like a meeting:  20 mins a few times a week adds up, focus on […]

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Parent Guilt – should you feel bad for training?

Parent Guilt… As a parent,I understand what it’s like to feel tired… You want to feel confident in your body again, have more energy, and set a healthy example for your kids…. But, between work, school runs, and endless to-do lists, you probably feel you don’t have time for yourself? The thought of spending an […]

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