Fitness and Muscle

A question that I often get asked by new clients is How Much Should I Weigh? or What Is My Ideal Weight?.

The short answer? Your ideal weight is one that you feel comfortable and confident at.  Chances are that if you are at a weight that you feel good about, then you’re probably in good shape!

Calculating your BMI is a more scientific approach when asking yourself how Read the rest of this entry »

Crossfit is an area that I have been particularly interested in lately and have been incorporating it into my gym schedule. I’ve seen some great improvements in my overall fitness and I think crossfit workouts are an excellent way to lose weight and tone up.

Crossfit is a strength and conditioning program which is broad and inclusive. It focuses on high intensity, varied workouts incorporating functional movements.

Crossfit has been described as ‘Training for Life’ and the workouts can be adapted to suit the needs of almost anyone. Read the rest of this entry »

Building your own home gym doesn’t have to cost a fortune. With some simple pieces of equipment you can work most muscle groups.No drive to the gym, no costly membership fees and no waiting around to use poor equipment means you can focus on building muscle whenever and however you want!

With a bit of space and a small investment building a home gym can be easy. Here’s a list of essential home gym equipment to get you started. Read the rest of this entry »

When I’m asked which type of cardio is the best way to burn fat, I always recommend High Intensity Interval Training, or HIIT. It’s a proven way to burn fat without spending hours on the treadmill and you’ll even be burning fat long after the workout is finished. I also recommend it if you’re trying to maintain muscle while shedding fat, as other forms of cardio can be counter productive when it comes to building muscle. Read the rest of this entry »