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Yearly Archives: 2013
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Swiss Ball Workout
The swiss ball is a great piece of equipment to incorporate into your training. From beginners to the advanced, from runners to powerlifters, I think everyone could benefit adding a couple of swiss ball exercises into their regime. Some key…![](https://thrivept.net/site/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/salad.jpg)
Beetroot Salad And Broccoli Salad Recipes
A few months ago I bought a new kitchen appliance which came with it’s own recipe book. In it is two salad recipes that have become a weekly staple for me – they are really quick and easy to make…![](https://thrivept.net/site/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/Squat-set-up.jpg)
Don’t Let Goals Stop Your Progress
Every Saturday morning I get up early to do my powerlifting training. Last Saturday was no different, except for the fact I was testing out my max competition lifts, all in the one training session. I hadn’t done this since…![](https://thrivept.net/site/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/Push-Up.jpg)
Push-Up Power
Push-ups are a great exercise, and can be done anywhere! Many of my female clients have goals of being able to do push-ups on their toes, and with the right technique, practice and perseverance, they all get there in the…![](https://thrivept.net/site/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/fruit-and-yoghurt.jpg)
Fruit Yoghurt Snack
it can be hard to think of healthy snack ideas, and sometimes a piece of fruit just won’t cut it. Most days i have a delicious fruit and yoghurt snack – which can also make a great breakfast or dessert!…![](https://thrivept.net/site/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/deadlift.jpg)
5 Reasons Why Women Should Lift Heavy
Being a competitive powerlifter, I obviously have a love for lifting heavy weights and being a personal trainer, I love to share this love with my clients, especially women who before training with me would never have thought about giving…![](https://thrivept.net/site/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/Ali-russian-twist.jpg)