Any cuisine that combines both meat and seafood is a winner in my book. Surf ‘N Turf refers to the tasty combo of beef and shellfish. It first began to appear in print in this sense in America during the 1960’s on restaurant menus. It has grown in popularity since, popping up all over the […]
5? 8? 20? If you’ve ever wondered many reps you should do for your goals, wonder no more! In today’s post we’re going to explore and explain common rep ranges. I’ve kept things simple, but also delved into some of the science behind why they’re effective. For those that don’t know a repetition or rep […]
Anticuchos are a popular street food in South America, especially in Peru. Traditionally anticuchos are made of beef heart, but marinated chicken and steak also tastes great. I discovered them on a recent trip to Mexico and couldn’t get enough! They’re a perfect high protein, low carb meal option, that can be enjoyed any time […]
Improving your insulin sensitivity could well be the next step for your best body yet. The formula for getting a ripped, lean body is actually fairly simple in hindsight. Fat loss is all about energy balance. Subtract X from Y and guess what? You’ll start leaning down. But dig deeper, get some science and hormones […]
It was around eight years ago that I started lifting weights. Sick and tired of being the flat, skinny kid, it was time for me to do something about it! Back then I was typical naive teen. I thought I knew it all. You couldn’t tell me nothing. Oh how I was wrong. If I […]
Unless you’ve been living under a rock for the last couple of years you would have heard of “If It Fits Your Macros” or IIFYM. You might have even tried it. By utilising a more flexible approach it allows the individual to eat whatever they want provided it fits into the calorie and macronutrient (protein, […]
Yes you’ve read the correct, dark chocolate packs a wide variety of nutrients that has some very beneficial properties to our health. Before we sink our teeth into those benefits, let’s get a couple of things straight from the outset. When talking about chocolate during this post we’re talking high quality, organic dark chocolate that […]
To preserve lean muscle during a fat loss phase is the aim of the game for a healthier, stronger and better looking body. Muscle tissue is also metabolically active meaning it can help you burn more calories, burn fat faster and keep it off for good. There’s plenty of rubbish theories surrounding the topic, so […]
Are you ready for lightening fast recovery and maximum muscle growth? This post workout shake for maximum muscle will do it all! Ultimately energy balance will dictate what your bodyweight is doing. For example you can’t expect to eat one 500kcal meal a day and consume this shake after your workout and expect to build […]
Tracking your progress against your goals is vital for progression and ultimately success. If you’re not using methods to measure body fat or composition you should be! Selecting your preferred methods to collect the data is a complicated, confusing topic. Is it accurate? Is it reliable? Is it affordable? But don’t worry, I’ve done the leg […]
