The creation of energy involves a complex series of chemical reactions- in simple terms the macronutrients (carbohydrate, protein and fat) can all be broken down to make energy. It is important to note that both protein and fat are essential for energy production, growth and mainatainance of the body’s structures. Why something happens in theContinue reading “The Science Behind a Short Term Lower Carb Diet”
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Body Fat Distribution and Why Men Lose Weight Quicker Than Women…
The distribution of body fat varies between individuals and sexes. Males typically distribute body fat around their midsection and back while females carry more on their hips, thighs and breasts. From a health perspective men are at more of a risk of heart disease due to increased volumes of visceral fat from their storage patterns.Continue reading “Body Fat Distribution and Why Men Lose Weight Quicker Than Women…”
Cellulite Removal- The Fact’s…
Sometimes it has been questioned that the appearance of body fat may vary. Cellulite is a skin alteration described as a ‘dimpling’ appearance on the thighs, buttocks and sometimes lower abdomen of otherwise healthy women and occasionally men. The outermost layer of skin is referred to as your epidermis under which is the dermis. TheseContinue reading “Cellulite Removal- The Fact’s…”
Types of Body Fat…
Fat cells are distributed all around the body and are not necessarily inert from a metabolism standpoint. Fat storage is defined in to the following categories: Essential Body Fat This serves as a protection for organs, the immunity and inflammatory responses, the structure of hormones, insulation for nerves and the brain. This totals around 3%Continue reading “Types of Body Fat…”
A Primer on Body Fat Metabolism: Fuel Usage…
As a continuation from previous posts to document best practice of fat loss training and nutrition we always feel it is best to educate first so people who train with us understand the principles of fat metabolism. To understand how to burn fat it is important to understand how it is stored. Fat cells are veryContinue reading “A Primer on Body Fat Metabolism: Fuel Usage…”
Fat Loss Optimization Introduction
From the number of clients who I have trained and advised it always bugged me that there currently is not one way of training or diet that is better than the other when considering fat loss. It is funny that I admit this now in the opening days of the New Year but consider theContinue reading “Fat Loss Optimization Introduction”
3 Proven Supplements for FAST Fat Loss Results…
Supplements are a contentious issue when it comes to fat loss. Many products suggest rapid results and a fat burning effect but what really works? A lot of the time science and research is used to back up a lot of the claims of supplements. However a lot of these studies are animal based. UnsuprisinglyContinue reading “3 Proven Supplements for FAST Fat Loss Results…”
Fast Snack for People in a Hurry!
Just a quick post this week. A lot of the people I work with tend to be time poor, often people are structured with their training but find that they struggle with organising their diet and preparing food. The following is a recipe for turkey meatballs which is high in quality protein, moderate levels ofContinue reading “Fast Snack for People in a Hurry!”
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