Watching television the other night I was distracted by an ad that came on. It had this pretty dull looking man, who looks like he's never worked out himself, say something to the effect of "Very low calorie diets, or VLCD's, are the most effective way to lose weight...." then went on to push the latest "shake diet" going around. I'm all for using shakes to ensure you get a meal, or if time … [Read more...]
Why I hate The Biggest Loser – Part II
So if The Biggest Loser is such a bad thing, yet the contestants clearly lose weight on the show, then what is the solution, or how should they go about it? Take the fear out of it. These contestants associate fear, dread and loathing with the daily process of losing weight. They know what is coming when they get up every day and they would much rather be lounging around doing what they are … [Read more...]
Why I hate the Biggest Loser – Part 1
Here it is, the original edition of an article I wrote for our newsletter over a year ago.....my attitude and thoughts have not changed. Next week I will bring you Part 2, some further "discussion" on this show. I hate The Biggest Loser! I make no apologies for feeling this way, it’s probably the best way to kill people’s enthusiasm for fitness and I think we would all be better … [Read more...]
It’s time to cut your losses
Ok, it’s time you put away the booze, throw away the chocolates and swap the 5pm Happy Hour for a training session. We are well into the New Year, in fact it’s practically February! Now I am certainly no saint when it comes to festivities and when I’m on holiday I know how to unwind. However, the difference between having a break and completely letting go is what you do with yourself … [Read more...]
It’s not an accident…
Transforming your physique, shedding weight, getting fit and improving your health is no accident. Nobody is going to be there making you get up early and go home via training. Nobody is going to be there everytime you are faced with tempting food. People don't "suddenly" look amazing or appear to have "suddenly" lost weight. This does not happen by accident. You just "suddenly" noticed … [Read more...]
5 Things You Need to Maximise Fat Loss This Spring
Now that the cold weather is no longer an excuse, here are 5 ways you can ensure you get the best possible results from your exercise program: Early morning cardio. It's lighter and warmer in the morning, so get up and go for a brisk walk or jog. Studies have shown exercising first thing on an empty stomach can maximise fat loss. Buy fruit. Then make sure you eat it! There is a wide … [Read more...]
Willpower is not enough
As the weather gets warmer and the days become longer, people become more motivated to do something about their health and fitness. You can see it everywhere as more people are out and about walking or jogging in the street and joining gyms or hiring personal trainers. During this time, motivation is high and there is a level of energy and enthusiasm to follow through on good intentions. … [Read more...]
9 Ways to Spring into Shape Before Christmas
It's Spring and Christmas is fast approaching, That means holidays, going to the beach and hot weather…..you wouldn’t want to still have your “winter coat” by then, would you? Here are 9 things you can do to be in great shape before then: 1) Exercise daily…..that’s right, do something every day. The days are longer and warmer and even going for a walk will help. 2) Eat less … [Read more...]
Food and You
Can you eat a chocolate and be happy with just the one or do you only stop once the whole block is eaten? Can you eat a slice of bread without finishing the entire loaf? Are you capable of drinking a glass of wine without going through the entire bottle? Do you put self-imposed "bans" on certain foods only to find yourself fighting uncontrollable cravings for that exact food only hours … [Read more...]
