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New Year New You
10-Jan-2012 by James Read Both
New Year New You
If you are anything like the other 90% of the nation then it’s a good bet you made your New Year’s Resolution to get in shape this year and to begin work on a fitter, healthier and happier you! Unfortunately whilst this is the world’s top New Year’s Reso..
Christmas Holidays and Staying Healthy and in Shape for Summer
07-Dec-2011 by James Read Both
It’s time for the Christmas break and whilst most people are being Merry and eating and drinking everything in sight, there is a few dedicated individuals that are hoping to increase their gains in the gym or maintain their current shape without gaining excess fat. For those people I decide..
Pet's Don't make good Workout Partners
19-Jan-2011 by Jamcore Team Both
Someone recently asked my opinion on power-walking with a pet. Although I don’t personally recommend pets for workout partners, I feel the same way about partnering up with anyone who could slow down your intensity or distract you.
My suggestion would be to completely separate walking..
Make your New Years Resolution a Reality
04-Jan-2011 by Bonnie Pfiester Both
What does New Year’s Resolutions and reality TV have in common? Both have the chance to change your life forever.
With dieting being number one on the list of New Year’s Resolutions, there’s no wonder weight loss reality TV is such a hit amongst so many viewers. When..
Exercise alone is overrated
20-Dec-2010 by Jamcore Team Both
Exercise can be a lot of hard work for very little reward if you’re just relying on exercise alone to help you drop weight. At the end of the day, sometimes it can almost seem like it’s not even worth the energy.
If that time paid off on the scale, no one would complain. It&rsquo..
Creatine may beef up brain function
13-Dec-2010 by Stephen Daniells Both
Supplements of creatine, most commonly associated with sports nutrition, may boost cognitive function in vegetarians, a group at risk of low creatine levels, says a new study. Creatine, an amino acid-like compound, was first identified in 1832 for its presence in muscle. It has been the subject of ..
How bad do you want to lose weight?
13-Dec-2010 by Team JamCore writers Both
Getting healthy results requires change
When you are in the fitness business, people want your advice. I am always getting questioned about how to get in shape or lose weight. I think some people are just hoping for a new weight loss trick or gimmick.
In many cases, when I mention diet a..
Lamb, Vegetable and Barley Soup
27-Jan-2012 by Liz Macri Both
Serves 4
Ingredients
2 teaspoons olive oil
500g lamb shoulder steaks, trimmed, cut into 2cm pieces
1 brown onion, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, crushed
1/2 cup pearl barley
1 sprig fresh rosemary
1 litre chicken stock
1 parsnip, peel..
Natural Protein Banana Muffins
20-Jan-2012 by 180 Nutrition Both
Makes 6 muffins
Ingredients
1 grated apple
Lemon zest
Juice of one lemon
1/2 tsp mixed spices
1/2 tsp cinnamon
1-2 mashed bananas
Pinch of stevia to taste
1 tsp vanilla
2 eggs
1 1/2 cup almond meal
1 cup coconut
1/4 c..
Chocolate Protein Bars
10-Jan-2012 by Jamie Eason Both
Calories: 96
Fat: 1.4 grams
Carbs: 12 grams
Protein: 10 grams
Ingredients:
1 cup Oat Flour
4 Egg Whites
2 scoops Vanilla Whey Protein Powder
½ cup Splenda, Truvia, or Ideal
½ tsp Baking Soda
¼ tsp Salt ..