10, 000 steps a day, who decided that? When it comes to being active you have probably been told that you should be walking 10, 000 steps a day? Why? Where has this figure come from? Way back in 1965 a Japanese company ‘Yamasa’ launched a pedometer called the ‘Manpo-kei’….Manpo-kei translates to 10, 000 steps. […]
The best things in life can’t always be rushed… I’m absolutely not a gardener (at all ), but thing one I do know is that my small attempt at a veg patch of carrots, beetroot & potato didn’t grow overnight. It’s taken time, care, & consistency, and it will continue to do so until it’s […]
‘Quick fixes don’t last. They never have. They weren’t designed for the true messiness of real life’ If you want to know why choosing habits over hype is the key to improving your health and fitness have a read of my article in this months edition of The Hull Story Publication by clicking HERE. Tristan […]
New Year’s Resolutions: A Simple Guide to Doing It Right Around this time of year, many people start thinking about New Year’s resolutions, especially when it comes to fitness, weight loss, or getting healthier. If that’s you, this guide is here to help. Below are 15 simple, practical tips to help you start the year in a […]
Your body only adapts when you give it a reason to. Progressive overload isn’t about ego lifting — it’s about small, consistent increases over time. Progressive Overload is one of THE most important principals of building muscle. Progressive Overload refers to either: a) an increase in weight. b) an increase in reps. c) a combination […]
Calorie Deficit – this is what matters for weight loss, NOT the diet you choose. Every week there’s a new “best” diet — keto, intermittent fasting, paleo, plant-based, low-carb, high-protein… the list never ends. However the fact is that if you’re not in a calorie deficit, you won’t lose weight. That means you must consistently […]
I had a message earlier today asking whether black rice is better than white rice for weight loss — so I thought I’d clear this up. Here’s the quick breakdown (per 100 g uncooked): 🍚 White rice: ~365 calories 🌾 Black rice: ~356 calories Yep, not a huge difference! Black rice has a bit more protein and fibre, plus some extra antioxidants (hence the […]
‘Lose 10kg in 30 days’… I got sent the above graphic earlier and I thought I’d share my feelings with you today… Posts like this one make weight loss look simple, but the truth is, healthy and sustainable weight loss is far more complex than a few quick tips. Yes, habits like walking, staying hydrated, […]
5 things you need to stop believing if you want to lose weight…. Most people don’t fail at weight loss because they’re lazy, they fail because they’ve been massively misled. Here are 5 common myths that hold people back, and the truth you need to break past them. 1. “Carbs make you fat.” Myth: Eating […]
Frustrated with Your Weight Loss? Read This. ⬇️ You’re doing everything right—eating ‘clean’, hitting the gym, cutting out the junk… but the scale won’t budge. It’s exhausting. It’s demotivating. It’s frustrating… And it makes you wonder, what’s the point? Here’s the hard truth: You might be making mistakes without even realizing it. 1️⃣You’re Overeating Without Knowing […]