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How To Measure Body Fat
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How To Measure Body Fat

Don’t like feeling the pinch? There’s more than one way to measure your body fat percentage. Apart from looking in the mirror, stepping on the scales remains the most common method people use for checking on the progress of their exercise regime. However, while weight is undoubtedly a useful measure of fitness for many people, it can also be misleading to judge the effects solely by what it says on the scales. If you’ve been hammering away in the gym for weeks on end but the needle on the scales isn’t budging, it could well be because your body fat is being replaced with muscle mass. This could result in your overall weight staying static while your body composition changes for the better, making you healthier. A high body fat percentage is linked with an increased risk of several common health issues, including heart disease, type 2 diabetes and some…
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January 6, 2020
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New Year’s Resolutions Ideas From Personal Trainers

Sign yourself up to these targets to enjoy a fitter and healthier new year. We’re pretty sure someone in the last week will have asked you about your resolutions for the new year. Perhaps you’ve already got one lined up – but if not, we can help. Well, not us, but personal trainers, who have the expertise to suggest resolutions that fall squarely in the sweet spot between “achievable” and “will actually make a difference”. That’s why we enlisted a squad of them to provide their best suggestions for New Year’s resolutions. Here’s to a fitter, healthier and happier year. Exercise First Thing “A resolution to set you up for success is to perform a handful of exercises when waking up,” says Jamie Ray, lead HIIT instructor at Another Space Gym. “Once you’ve popped out of bed, start your day with ten squats, ten sit-ups and ten push-ups. To keep…
Matcha
December 30, 2019
How To Eat More Protein
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How To Eat More Protein

If you’re struggling to reach your target protein intake, try these five tips. Whether you want to build more lean muscle mass or strip away unwanted body fat, you need to eat protein– it’ll keep you feeling full, help your body add muscle quickly and free up fat stores for fuel. Here are five ways to increase your daily intake so you can make big changes to your body – fast 1. Eat bigger breakfasts Ending your overnight fast with a high-protein breakfast will start your day as you mean to go on and help you hit your daily protein target. Aim for around 35g of protein for breakfast (three eggs and two rashers of lean bacon) because research from the University of Missouri found this improves appetite control and reduces snacking. 2. Start snacking smarter It goes without saying that your midday meal should be high in lean, good-quality protein:…
Matcha
December 16, 2019
10 Super Foods To Help You Cure Asthma Naturally
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10 Super Foods to Soothe Asthma Symptoms

I have asthma (my mom smoked 2 packs of cigarettes a day while carrying me). I’ve had to depend on a puffer every year of my life which may have contributed to my COPD. What is COPD? COPD includes diseases such as irreversible asthma, chronic bronchitis, emphysema and bronchiectasis. When our airways are inflamed, they become narrower. This starts a lung disease called asthma – and there is no known cure, but there are ways to temporarily treat symptoms when they occur. • If you produce a lot of mucus… • Have trouble breathing… • Are constantly wheezing… • Feel chest tightness… Then read on ..... 1. Avocado Avocado, with its high levels of L-glutathione, protects our cells from free radical damage (such as histamine). This trendy fruit can be prepared in a variety of ways, because it is literally considered “the master of antioxidants.” 2. Honey . Working Mother…
Matcha
December 9, 2019
Sculpt A Six-Pack With This Abs Workout Routine
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Sculpt A Six-Pack With This Abs Workout Routine

They’re made in the kitchen – but they’re revealed by training smart. Abs Workout Tips Use isometrics “If your abs are constantly in a contracted position it can pull your body into bad posture – so it’s important to strengthen them but in an elongated position,” says Ben Scott, a former professional cricketer turned performance and fat loss specialist. “Planks and other similar holds are ideal, but don’t just hold for as long as you can because your technique will give up way before you do. Short holds, done correctly, are much more effective.” Don’t just hip flex “The old sit-up with someone holding your feet the ground is dead,” says Scott. “It distorts your hip tilt and you’ll end up using your hip flexors to actually do the move, over-activating a muscle that is shortened anyway. Most people know not to do sit-ups for abs, but watch for the…
Matcha
December 4, 2019
Women’s Fitness Explain How To Get Rid Of Love Handles
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Women’s Fitness Explain How To Get Rid Of Love Handles

Say goodbye to stubborn love handles and uncover those abs with these tips... Love handles and stubborn fat are a problem for practically all of us. So, if you want to look and feel great, there are a lot of things to consider. Whilst diet and exercise are two powerful tools in the pursuit of a healthy body, sleep patterns, stress levels and body confidence all have their own part to play. Learn how to make the most of what you've got (and disguise those love handles) with our top expert tips. Eat up, slim down Always thinking about your next meal? Not anymore! The secret behind fat-loss success lies in properly fuelling your body with nutrient-dense food. Number one on the list is fibre – both the soluble and insoluble types. Fibre helps slow down digestion and recharges your body with a steady stream of energy, but worryingly, a…
Matcha
November 25, 2019
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The Many Health Benefits of Chia Seeds

Chia seeds became popular in the 1970's in the United States when used in the novelty item, Chia Pets. We all remember the chia pet commercials. Chia pets were clay figures used like a flower pot to grow chia seeds into a plant. The plant resembled hair or fur. Fast forward to 2018. Today, chia seeds are considered "superfoods" and known for their health benefits- this is one of the reasons XR Nutrition includes whole, unaltered Chia Seeds in our Plant-based Protein. What are the health benefits of chia seeds? Before we discuss that we must first learn about what they are and the history behind this amazing food. Chia is a seed from the salvia hispanica plant which is native to Central America. We also get chia seeds from the plant salvia columariae of the Southwest United States and Mexico. The seeds are hydrophilic, which means they absorb water…
Matcha
November 18, 2019
How To Have More Energy
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How To Have More Energy

Beat the slump with these tips. 1 in 3 of us claims to feel permanently shattered, with the pace of modern life the biggest energy sapping culprit, according to Mintel research. Many of us turn to knocking back a coffee, but that will only mask the symptoms of tiredness. You’ll perk up temporarily because it stimulates the delivery of more oxygenated blood around the body, but when it wears off you may feel even worse. Try these tips instead. Drink more water Dehydration can induce fatigue and reduced focus and concentration because it lowers blood volume, which means your heart and lungs must work harder to pump the blood to your brain and other organs. At the first sign of tiredness, drink a glass of water, but you can also keep a bottle of water with you at all times and sip on it regularly. Set a timer on your…
Matcha
November 11, 2019
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Protein Balls

Need an easy snack? We've got you covered with our Protein Ball recipe! These are easy to make and can be stored in the fridge for up to a week or tossed into the freezer for longterm storage.    Ingredients: 3/4 C. Almond Flour 2 Scoops XR Nutrition Vanilla Protein 4 Tbsp. Peanut or Almond Butter 4-5Tbsp. Unsweetened Almond Milk 1:2 tsp. Vanilla Prep: Mix dry ingredients, mix in wet ingredients, mix again! Optional: Add dark chocolate chips Use a small scooper to form protein balls, place in fridge to firm. Get your XR Nutrition Protein to make this recipe!   Contributor: Aubrie H. | IG handle @aubriehewitt
Dani Richeson
November 5, 2019
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4 Really Easy, Healthy, Yummy Thanksgiving Sides for Busy Cooks

Cooking a festive holiday meal needn't be complicated. Complement your turkey or roast with these super-simple-and-delicious sides—no processed ingredients in any! For the best combination of easy, yummy and healthy in holiday side-dish recipes, look no further. Lisa Leake, who writes the popular food blog 100 Days of Real Food, has now given us the cookbook 100 Days of Real Food: Fast & Fabulous. And we thank her, because not only are all of her mouth-watering recipes processed-food-free, they're also truly doable for time-strapped working moms. The four recipes you'll find here are just right for a very happy Thanksgiving meal. You'll thank us—and Lisa! Click recipe title for details. Brussels Sprouts with Bacon and Apple Juice . Lindsey Rose Johnson Cooking Brussels sprouts on the stove with some lovely bacon and then finishing them off with some sweet apple juice hits the spot. Simple Skillet Cornbread . Lindsey Rose…
Matcha
November 4, 2019
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