When it comes to increasing your muscle mass, training is only one part of the equation. The other part is diet and more specifically, protein consumption. In general, you need 1.2 to 2.2 grams of protein for every kilo of…
Eating before working out is the only way to fuel your body and prepare it for intense training, but also provide all the macronutrients it needs in order to recover and replenish. The food you eat can affect your workout…
Let’s face it: we’ve all spent more than enough time at home over the last 18 months. With the absence of socializing and many of our lives cocooned into smaller-than-desired bubbles, it’s worth taking the time to take your health…
It’s one of the most popular health and wellness trends right now, but what is it? Intermittent fasting (IF) is an eating pattern that moves between periods of fasting and eating. There are no specific foods you should or shouldn’t…
It might sound far-fetched, but our overall health and wellness balances on the health of our gut – or lack thereof. How is that possible? Well, to understand the intricate impacts of our gut on our health, we first need…
Regardless of your fitness levels, how long you’ve been exercising or what kind of exercise you do, it’s so important to keep on top of our hydration levels. We’re recommended to drink between 10 - 15 cups of water a…
It’s something that so many of us let fall to the wayside, but staying hydrated is one of the best ways to stay healthy, happy and productive during a busy day. Whether it’s steamy outside and you’ve been running around…
For most people embarking on a new fitness journey, their major focus is on working out, building muscles and staying fit. But there’s a lot more to a holistic fitness journey than moving your body: in fact, a fitness journey…
Modern life is busy - but that doesn’t mean you have to sacrifice your health! Meal planning is one of the most effective ways people can stay on top of their health, but it can seem daunting and unachievable for…
Here is an interesting fact for you. In a recent Australian Bureau of Statistics survey, more than 2.3 million Aussies aged 15 and over said they were on a diet to lose weight. Topping the approaches were intermittent fasting, paleo…