There are two main types of metabolic processes: 1. AEROBIC METABOLISM This is the dominant metabolic process that occurs when sufficient oxygen is available in your system. The main fuel source drawn upon for this metabolic process is stored fat, because fat requires oxygen to be metabolised. Maximal fat oxidation typically occurs when you are…
You don’t need to exercise vigorously to burn fat. In fact, optimal fat burning occurs when you’re exercising at a low to moderate intensity. Here are three methods you can use to determine your ideal level of exertion: 1. TALK TEST This simple test requires you can maintain a conversation during physical activity. If you…
Benefits of Stretching Stretching is a simple physical activity. Regular stretching throughout the day will reduce muscle tension, improve circulation, reduce anxiety, stress and fatigue, improve mental alertness and make you feel better! In addition, stretching can improve joint range of movement and function, enhance muscular performance, and be used to prevent and treat musculoskeletal…
Stretching is a simple physical activity. Regular stretching throughout the day will reduce muscle tension, improve circulation, reduce anxiety, stress and fatigue, improve mental alertness and make you feel better! In addition, stretching can improve joint range of movement and function, enhance muscular performance, and be used to prevent and treat musculoskeletal injuries. The right…
Although you may think that your decision to eat is spontaneous, it’s quite predictable and often influenced by cues such as people, places, circumstances, thoughts, and emotions. Eating cues are factors in your life that influence you to eat when your body is not actually hungry. Depending on the situation, it may be appropriate or…
Well set goals are: 1. Realistic Set goals that are within realistic reach: if you set goals that you won’t be able to achieve, you set yourself up for failure and disappointment. Setting a more realistic goal and then achieving it, is more likely to lead to a sense of success and consequent maintenance of…
Weight loss medications can cause some side effects. The most common time for side effects is during the first five weeks of treatment, when the drug dose is being slowly being increased. However, you may not have any symptoms at all. We will be covering the most common side effects reported in the drug trials…
Many adults have some kind of foot problem. If you notice any unusual wear pattern on the soles of your shoes, abnormal shoe breakdown or foot pain; you should see a Podiatrist for a professional evaluation. Conditions such as corns, calluses and ingrown nails should not be self-treated. To ensure proper hygiene, please abide by…
Ingredients (serves 1) 30 grams turkey 2 cups salad vegetables 1 wrap Method Place the turkey and vegetables on your wrap and enjoy! Nutrition Guide (per serve) Energy (cal): 145cal;Protein: 12.9g;Fat: 3.5g;Carbohydrate: 12.4g Food Serves: 1 bread & cereal 1 meat serve 2 vegetable serves
Ingredients (serves 4) 90 grams chicken OR 150 grams fish 2 cups vegetables 1 tsp oil for cooking 5ml oyster sauce (reduced salt) 5ml soy sauce (reduced salt) 5ml fish sauce (reduced salt) 1/2 teaspoon minced fresh ginger Fresh basil leaves Method Cook the meat of choice. Stir fry the vegetables in the sauce until…