These two side plank exercises work your core, obliques, wrists, shoulders, biceps and glutes. They are two very effective and challenging exercises. The first side plank exercise Position yourself in a side plank, and as you press the dumbbell over your shoulder, lift your leg at the same time. Hold and lower back to theContinue reading “2 New Side Plank exercises”
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Smoked Trout Salad Recipe
This smoked trout salad recipe is super quick to prepare and great for the warm summer months. Enjoy at lunchtime and in the evening. Simple yet so delicious! Smoked Trout Salad Recipe Ingredients For the dressing: Place watercress, rucola, radishes and dill on a plate or bowl, add the flaked smoked trout fillet and serveContinue reading “Smoked Trout Salad Recipe”
6 Exercises to Shape Your Legs for Summer
This is a challenging routine that will strengthen, tone and shape your legs for the summer. You should incorporate these exercises into your fitness routine alongside any cardio work. Try to do each exercise for a minute. If a minute is too long, do what you can in 30 seconds. If using weights is tooContinue reading “6 Exercises to Shape Your Legs for Summer”
Chocolate Ice Lollies Recipe
Summer is officially here and London is sizzling in the heat, so my sister and I decided to create these creamy, delicious and refreshing chocolate ice lollies. A very simple and yummy recipe, we hope you will enjoy these ice lollies during the long, beautiful summer days! Click here for the full recipe. Health AdvantagesContinue reading “Chocolate Ice Lollies Recipe”
5 Tips to Stay Safe and Healthy in the Summer Heat
Summer is finally here, and it is a time when everyone is happy to enjoy the hot and sunny weather, especially since it does not happen very often in the UK. However, it is important to enjoy the warm weather safely, especially since there is a heatwave all across Europe at the moment. For theContinue reading “5 Tips to Stay Safe and Healthy in the Summer Heat”
Deadlift with an Upright Row Exercise
If you’re looking to build strength efficiently, the deadlift with an upright row is a fantastic compound move to add to your workouts. Combining two exercises in one, it targets multiple muscle groups, improves coordination, and supports everyday functional movement. How to perform the exercise I usually do 3-4 sets of 16-20 reps. Benefits ofContinue reading “Deadlift with an Upright Row Exercise”
Overnight Chocolate Oats Recipe
These Overnight Chocolate Oats are my favourite breakfast at the moment. They’re just so delicious, I could eat them every morning! They’re perfect if you have a busy schedule, as you prepare them the night before. Oats are beneficial for the skin and effective in lowering cholesterol. They are also super cheap and versatile. OvernightContinue reading “Overnight Chocolate Oats Recipe”
Foam Roller Exercises
Foam rollers are truly great as they basically iron out your muscles. It’s like a deep tissue massage, releasing knots and is used by athletes. I strongly recommend it to anyone active. I know I certainly need it as I’m often very tight due to all the running and squats that I do. It hasContinue reading “Foam Roller Exercises”
Beetroot, Feta and Walnut Salad Recipe
It is much easier to be healthy in the summer as the body tends to favour more cooling foods. For many, this means eating lots of salads, and my sister and I created this delicious beetroot, feta and walnut salad recipe that I think you’ll enjoy. It’s yummy, healthy and colourful, which always makes itContinue reading “Beetroot, Feta and Walnut Salad Recipe”
Boat Pose with a Curl and Press Exercise
This Boat Pose with a Curl and Press exercise works your core and arms. Toning and sculpting your body for the summer. Start by sitting on the mat with your feet on the floor, knees bent. Lift your knees and bring yourself into boat position as shown in the picture above. Your arms should beContinue reading “Boat Pose with a Curl and Press Exercise”