24/02/2022
Compound lifts and the Barbell
We are huge fans of the use of external loading to increase quality of motor output and control AKA the ability of your muscles to move you about your environment pain free and with autonomy.
However before we get to this point a client must first be consulted and assessed to decide a couple of things..
1) What is the fundamental objective?
2) Does the exercise prescription fit in with the clients fundamental objective?
3) Does the client have the prerequisite qualities to be able to handle the exercise prescription safely.
4) Is the client going to be able to achieve the desired result of the exercise prescription?
All of the answers to these questions and more helps us to frame our decision and helps us decide upon the most appropriate exercise prescription.
19/02/2022
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Water is involved in every function in the human body, and yes that includes decreasing body fat levels.
When we take on new clients they are often coming to us in a chronically dehydrated state.
We are often told that even though they are dehydrated they aren't seeing any adverse effects, its often hard to connect increasing body fat levels, dry skin, hair loss, to dehydration but when we do, we see a huge mindset shift.
The benefits other than avoiding those negative effects happen include, increased focus, clear skin, decrease body fat, improved hormone function and regulation, improved sleep, the list goes on.
as a guide we ask clients to aim for 50% of total body weight in ounces per day as a base line minimum.
16/02/2022
Whether you’re feeling confused, anxious or frustrated with your training - GET A COACH!
A BASE Training coach will personalise your training, remove the guesswork, align your lifestyle nutrition and exercise behaviours, and keep it effective, whether you're training at home or in the gym.
10/02/2022
A BASE Training coach will personalise your training, remove the guesswork and align your lifestyle, nutrition and exercise behaviours to keep it effective.
01/02/2022
Micronutrients - they are required by human organism in varying qualities to orchestrate a range of physiological functions to maintain health.
Simply by eating a greater array of colourful vegetables is a perfect way to increase the nutrient density of your diet, which, in turn will have an incredible amount of health benefits.
Instead of buying into a nutritional idea that focuses on eliminating foods - focus on what you can add to improve your health and wellness.
27/01/2022
MEAL PREP
A useful tool to help you stay on course with your nutritional practices, allowing you to eat nutritiously dense and fulfilling food, even when you’re busy - instead of buying a meal deal from the supermarket. It is also an easy way to keep an eye on your total caloric intake as you are in control of exactly what goes in, so there are no hidden surprises. There are so many benefits including saving time and money, body composition control, more energy, you’d be foolish not to try.
26/01/2022
When it comes to good nutritional practices for health and wellness buying fresh fruit and vegetables from markets and farm shops is one of the best ways to go about it. Not only will you get fresh in season produce, but you will have more control over the ones you buy, they won’t be pre-packaged, they cost less to produce, they will have travelled less miles and you’ll likely be supporting a small business.
21/01/2022
RESISTANCE TRAINING FOR WOMEN
It's a common myth that if females lift weights
(otherwise known as resistance training) they are going to get bulky. Potentially due to the large levels of muscle mass seen on body builders who are preparing for shows.
It should be known that these athletes have spent years and thousands of hours developing these figures, eating thousands of pound worth of food and supplements, sleeping 9-10 hours a night, sacrificing nights out with friends and also relationships.
It is important to understand the relationship between body fat and muscle mass. In order to get the "toned" look many are after, you must increase levels of muscle mass, as you do this, in conjunction with a balanced diet, you will also reduce body fat levels and sculpt that toned look.
So don't be scared of the weights, it is essential to your fat reduction goals.
19/01/2022
RESISTANCE TRAINING:
When it comes to prevention, enough cannot be said to highlight the importance of an active lifestyle, not only for prevention of sarcopenia, but for prevention of multitude of diseases. Numerous studies show resistance training in combination with aerobic exercise is effective in maintaining muscle mass and slowing progression of sarcopenia as we age. Exercise, and in particular resistance training (or strength training) is extremely effective for preventing sarcopenia. Resistance training effects the neuromuscular system, protein synthesis, and hormones, which, when not operating normally, work together to cause sarcopenia.
09/09/2021
Is it better to be a vegan?
We get asked this question a lot, and our answer is, if you are doing it for health reasons then there are a lot of benefits of consuming animal products in your diet that you may be missing out on.
But for most if you are consuming more 🌶 🌽 🍅 than you used to, then this is surely a good thing.
At the end of the day the best diet for you is the one that is sustainable, consistent, and supports the life you want to live.
We aren't here to dictate to you what is best for you, our job as coaches is to guide and mentor.
07/09/2021
Why is adequate fruit and vegetable consumption so important?
You’ll have a hard time finding a reason not to consume fruits and vegetables each day.
They are alkaline producing, which can help to preserve bone mass and muscle tissue.
They are rich in antioxidants, vitamins, minerals, fibre, and phytonutrients.
They contain lots of water to help you stay hydrated.
Because fruits and vegetables have a high water and fibre content, they’re low in calories relative to their volume. Consuming them on a regular basis can result in a higher volume of food intake. Since humans consume a consistent volume of food, a high consumption of low calorie density foods can help to control overall food intake and manage body weight.
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