Diet
How to raise your BMR
Your Basil Metabolic Rate (BMR) is a measure of how many calories your body burns to keep you alive through metabolic processes (aka your metabolism). The energy required for these processes – including breathing, blood circulation, cell production and nutrient processing – is largely determined by your genetics. This is why we refer to some…
Read MoreDo You Need Carbs In Your Diet?
Fats, proteins and carbohydrates all play vital roles in the functioning of your body. Carbs in particular are your body’s main energy source and, unlike fat, are not stored in meaningful quantities your body. Instead, when you consume more carbs than your body requires, the excess is turned into fat for storage. This is the…
Read MoreCaffeine-Free Ways to Boost Your Energy
Caffeine can be a great way to energise yourself when you’re feeling sluggish or fatigued. However, too much caffeine can lead to jitters, restlessness, irritability and anxiety. Extreme adverse reactions may include headaches, nausea, sweating, stomach pains and acid reflux. Even if you tolerate caffeine well, too much too late in the day can easily…
Read MoreIntermittent Fasting For Fitness
Intermittent fasting is one of the hottest buzzwords in fitness right now. So what is it and what are its benefits? Put simply, intermittent fasting is a controlled pattern of eating in which you cycle between eating and not eating (i.e. fasting). It’s not necessarily a “diet” if you don’t alter your food intake (either…
Read MoreYour Guide To Dairy-Free Protein Supplements
Whether you’re lactose intolerant or vegan, or simply don’t like dairy, there are still many types of protein supplements available to you. These plant-based products can be just as effective as their diary counterparts, and when combined can create protein supplements that outperform whey! Pea protein powder Easily digested and gluten free, studies have…
Read MoreWhey Protein – Which Is The Best For You
Whey protein is the OG. Created from the liquid that separates from curds during the cheesemaking process, whey protein been around for a long time and is the most commonly available and widely used type of protein powder. It is rapidly digested, and a “complete protein”, meaning it contains all of the nine essential amino…
Read MoreProtein Supplements – Do You Actually Need Them?
With so many products these days adopting the high protein approach, it’s no wonder most people think protein shakes are an essential part of life, especially if you exercise. Breakfast bars, yogurt, cereal, ice cream – you name it there is probably a “high protein” version. And that’s even before you get to the actual…
Read MoreEating For Fitness
With all this time at home for the majority of Australians, many of you might think about dieting as we get closer to reopening. Here are 5 tips to help you diet successfully and keep the weight off! Set a goal If you don’t have a goal weight and a time frame for your…
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