Monthly Archives: May 2012

How To Choose Which Equipment To Use At The Gym

Posted on May 31, 2012 by Barnsley Personal Trainer

Although gym equipment is designed to work your body they only work one or two main muscle groups at a time. The downside is that it requires a little effort from the core and stabilizing muscles to use machines and … Continue reading →

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Homemade Salad Dressings

Posted on May 29, 2012 by Barnsley Personal Trainer

Balsamic Salad Dressing Makes about 2 cups Balsamic Salad Dressing. Ingredients: 1 tbsp Dijon mustard 1/2 cup Balsamic vinegar 1 Clove crushed and finely minced garlic 1/2 tsp Dried Italian herb blend, optional 1 1/2 Cups olive oil Salt and … Continue reading →

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A New Way To Diet

Posted on May 25, 2012 by Barnsley Personal Trainer

The pressure to look our best never has been greater. Committing to a diet can be hard work. Diet clubs are time-consuming and too impersonal for most of us. Diet fads are usually unhealthy and can leave us disappointed with … Continue reading →

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Simple Instructions on Sprouting 
and Soaking Nuts and Seeds

Posted on May 23, 2012 by Barnsley Personal Trainer

The main reason soaking nuts and seeds is so important is because they contain enzyme inhibitors. The purpose of these enzyme inhibitors is to protect the nut or seed until it has what it needs for growing. Nature allowed the … Continue reading →

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Blueberry Protein Parfait

Posted on May 21, 2012 by Barnsley Personal Trainer

INGREDIENTS: 1 scoop of vanilla protein powder, 6 oz. yogurt, ½ cup blueberries. DIRECTIONS: Mix protein powder and yogurt together in a glass. Add blueberries into the mix. Enjoy. Read more: http://www.livestrong.com/slideshow/556857-20-delicious-protein-powder-recipes-that-are-not-shakes/#ixzz1vVjL4EZo

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Corporate Wellness Packages Available

Posted on May 17, 2012 by Barnsley Personal Trainer

Corporate Wellness Packages Available At least 18 million sick days a year can be attributed to obesity – National Audit Office. Benefits of Workplace Wellness Programmes Companies with workplace wellness programmes are improving employee health, decreasing absenteeism and saving money. … Continue reading →

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Apple “Muesli” (grain free)

Posted on May 14, 2012 by Barnsley Personal Trainer

1 generous serving 1 apple, any variety, washed and cut unto chunks 1/8 cup almonds 1/8 cup walnuts 1/8 cup shredded coconut 1 tablespoon maple syrup 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon (optional) In a food processor, place the nuts and whiz until … Continue reading →

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Goal Setting

Posted on May 11, 2012 by Barnsley Personal Trainer

“You must have long-term goals to keep you from being frustrated by short-term failures.” Charles C. Noble

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Diet & Exercise Mistakes

Posted on May 9, 2012 by Barnsley Personal Trainer

Some people think if they mix weight training with yoga, swimming, jogging, Pilates and zumba fitness they will achieve better results. But truth is that they do it out of not knowing what to do. The same goes with crazy … Continue reading →

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Ways To Make An Exercise Harder

Posted on May 7, 2012 by Barnsley Personal Trainer

Lift heavier weights – don’t neglect your technique, only go as heavy as you can to maintain correct form for your designated rep range. Using a -2 or -1 rep buffer on your sets is a safe and effective way … Continue reading →

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