Metabolic Conditioning

Metabolic Conditioning

‘Metabolic conditioning’ or ‘metcon’ for short,  is a term that has become quite popular among fitness professionals over the last couple of years. In this article I will attempt to explain what it is and why it is beneficial.

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10 Fitness Myths Debunked Pt.2

10 Fitness Myths Debunked Pt.2

This is my second instalment of a two part series on debunking 10 fitness myths. You can read the truth about the first 5 myths in Part One. This post will explore myths 6-10 and uncover their falseness.

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10 Fitness Myths Debunked Pt.1

10 Fitness Myths Debunked Pt.1

Over the next two posts I will look at 10 common fitness views and explain why these views are just myths which can keep you from achieving your fitness goals.

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The Books I Read In 2010

The Books I Read In 2010

Below is a shelf of all the books I read this year, listed in order from those I rated the highest, to those I wasn’t so keen on. Hover over each book to read a short review.

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Top 10 Workout Songs Of 2010

Top 10 Workout Songs Of 2010

Along with my top 10 songs and top 20 albums of 2010, below are the top 10 songs I enjoyed most whilst sweating it out at the gym.

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Top 20 Albums Of 2010

Top 20 Albums Of 2010

2010 proved to be another great year for music. Below are my top 20 albums for the year. I recommend you go out and get them all!

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Top 10 Songs Of 2010

Top 10 Songs Of 2010

Here is my top 10 songs for 2010. What were your favourite tracks this year?

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Chickpea, Coriander and Sweet Chilli Dip

Chickpea, Coriander and Sweet Chilli Dip

Below is another favourite dip recipe of mine. This dip, along with hummus and beetroot dip, with raw vegetable sticks or rice crackers, makes a great morning or afternoon snack.

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Tips For A Better Night's Sleep

Tips For A Better Night’s Sleep

From reading my post The Effects Of Sleep On Weight Loss And Exercise Performance you will know the importance of getting enough shut-eye. Below are some tips to make sure you get enough sleep.

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The Effects Of Sleep On Weight Loss And Exercise Performance

The Effects Of Sleep On Weight Loss And Exercise Performance

Getting enough sleep can have a big impact on both weight loss and exercise/sport performance. Research from a number of studies has shown a link between sleep deprivation and weight gain. Separate studies on athletes have also shown that getting more sleep leads to better sports performance.

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