Hey! Yes, you! How are you? My name is Mark and I hate the scales. Now that you know a little bit about me let me explain a little bit more. Firstly, for clarity sake I don't hate the scale, I hate the way it is used. When trying to lose weight……HANG ON. When trying... Continue Reading →
WHY LARGE CALORIE DEFICITS DON’T WORK FOR FAT LOSS Part 2
From my last blog post: WHY CALORIE DEFICIT DIETS DON’T WORK……….. “The burning question: If I can’t lose extra weight/fat by cutting calories or increasing exercise, how can I lose it?” Simple Answer: Maintain calorie intake but change the source (e.g. replace excess carbohydrates with protein/fats) and start weight training with the intention of building... Continue Reading →
WHY LARGE CALORIE DEFICITS DON’T WORK FOR FAT LOSS
"Where there's a will, there's a way" Ever try to drive a nail into a wall with a sponge? Sometimes "will" alone won't cut it. You need the right tools for the job. If you are reading this you are (probably) either thinking about trying to lose fat, currently trying (through diet or exercise or... Continue Reading →
5 Easy Meal Ideas (if you’re no Gordon Ramsey)
Food, glorious food! I've had a few false dawns when it comes to training. This January when everyone around me was hitting the gym and trying to lose weight, tone up and get fit, I had only 1 "resolution". Get my nutrition in order. I knew if I did this I could start training knowing... Continue Reading →
Want a Program Mick?
Source: Want a Program Mick? BACKGROUND Paudi (the boss) and I were chatting at reception about the benefits of High Intensity Training (or GAA, probably GAA) when I noticed Michael in our studio on the CCTV. He wandered aimlessly for a few moments and I decided to walk up and see if he would like to... Continue Reading →
Train SMARTER
The acronym SMARTER is used in the fitness industry as a tool to ensure programs meet certain criteria. Here we will go through each one and explain it a little bit more. S – Specific Many clients have told me they want to tone up and lose weight. As a trainer I need to get... Continue Reading →
Don’t Just Lose Weight, Lose Fat!
INTRODUCTION Operation Transformation hits our screens again shortly. Karl Henry and his sidekicks will make Joe Ordinary feel guilty for not losing their target weight or gaining 1lb in weight over the course of a week while we all look on disappointed for him/her. They will then increase the intensity of their exercise program the... Continue Reading →