Category Archives: diet
Swap It, Don’t Stop It!
Today the Australian Government launched it’s Swap It, Don’t Stop It campaign. This is the latest phase of the Measure Up campaign which raised awareness of why it’s important to be physically active, to eat well, and to keep your…
Paleo Diet Review
Along with The Zone diet, the paleo diet has become quite popular in recent times. In this blog post I will summarise its claims and nutrition principles, and give you my opinion on its value. Aim The Paelo diet is…
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. Myth 6: Drink…
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. Myth 1: No pain, no gain No doubt you have…
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. Ingredients: 1 large bunch of coriander, stems trimmed 1 garlic clove, diced…
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. Follow a regular sleep cycle Getting up…