Spicy Baked Chickpeas

Ingredients (serves 5): 600g can chickpeas (drained, rinsed) ½ tsp sea salt 2.5 tsp sweet paprika ¼ tsp chilli powder 2 tsp ground cumin Method: Preheat oven to 150°C fan forced. Line a baking tray with baking paper. Place chickpeas on prepared tray. Sprinkle with spices and toss gently to coat. Roast chickpeas for 1…

Protein Balls

Ingredients (serves 18): 75g raw walnuts 75g raw almonds 20 fresh pitted dates 4 tbsp cocoa powder 1 tsp vanilla extract ½ tsp ground cinnamon 100g protein powder ½ cup coconut (for rolling) 100g rolled oats Method: Process nuts, oats, cocoa, cinnamon, and protein powder until the mix looks crumbly. Add dates, vanilla extract, and…

Snacks to Boost Your Metabolism

Metabolism is a complex process that ensures our bodies are fuelled through burning energy playing a vital role in overall health. While it may seem like an enigma, understanding the factors that control metabolism, can empower us to make informed choices and optimise our body’s energy expenditure. Factors such as our body composition, level of…

How to Align Common Values

Here are some common values. Note: there are no such things as ‘right values’ or ‘wrong values’. WORK/EDUCATIONI want to behave in ways that are: RELATIONSHIPSI want to behave in ways that are: PLAYI want to behave in ways that are: HEALTHI want to behave in ways that are: Accepting Adventurous Assertive Authentic Caring Committed…

1500 Calorie Food Only Meal Plan

The 1500 Calorie Meal Plan is designed to achieve gradual weight loss in a balanced manner. Aim to achieve the correct number of servings each day. The total number of calories will depend on the food choices made. Option 1 MEAL PLAN OPTION 1 Breakfast ¾ cup cereal, 250ml reduced fat milk Morning Tea 1…

Integrating Movement Into Your Day

Incidental exercise is a great way to get more active without having to set aside a specific time for exercise. It’s also a great way to start slowly and gradually increase your activity level. Even small changes can make a big difference in your health and fitness. https://youtu.be/0pmxMv-Hbmg An activity tracker can assist you in…

Alcohol

Alcohol is a potent source of calories for your body. One standard drink contains 10 grams of pure alcohol, which is equivalent to 70 calories. That means that five standard drinks are equal to an extra meal! However, alcohol is also a stimulant, which can lead to poor food choices. Additionally, alcohol is nutritionally empty,…

Physical Activity Enjoyment Scale

It is a good idea to evaluate your exercise routine from time to time. It is important you enjoy your chosen form of exercise, otherwise you may find it difficult to maintain your routine. To find out how much you are enjoying your chosen form of exercise, please rate how you feel about the physical…