Alcohol has become an integral part of social gatherings and celebrations in many cultures around the world. In the UK, beer gardens are packed as soon as the sun comes out! However, excessive and potentially detrimental drinking habits can take a toll on our physical and mental health. That’s where mindful drinking comes into the […]
In the realm of nutrition, protein has long been revered as a vital component for optimal health and well-being. Traditionally, the emphasis has been on meeting a certain quantity or daily requirement of protein intake, or consuming high amounts of protein for muscle building and athletic performance. However, in recent years, there has been a […]
Summer brings with it a myriad of ways we feel amazing; waking up early with the lighter mornings, the feeling of warm sunshine on our faces, and the vibrant colours of the bright blue sky teamed with rich green grass. However, with the season, comes seasonal allergies. Today we’re asking why do we get hay […]
As each new season springs upon us, we often hear that eating with the seasons is a great way to fuel your day. But exactly is eating seasonally, and why has it grown in popularity? What is seasonal eating? When we refer to ‘eating seasonally’, we are referring to consuming produce that is harvested at […]
Dating back to 1981, the London Marathon is one of the most prestigious long-distance races in the world, attracting thousands of runners from all over the world to participate in the event. The event participants range from elite athletes, such as the men’s world record holder Eliud Kipchoge and women’s record holder Brigid Kosgei, to […]
The way we approach nutrition has totally changed over the years, and there is a huge amount of information out there to help us make educated decisions about what we consume. The more time passes, the more reliable advice on eating habits emerges. We’re here to delve into how this can help us make healthier […]
There is just over a week to go until the CrossFit Open 2023 kicks off, and by this stage, you’ll be gearing up for the main event and likely have a strict training regime in place. A large amount of focus goes on session plans, mobility work and recovery and rightly so, but nutrition also […]
At this time of year, you leave for work in the morning and it’s dark, you leave to go home and it’s also dark. It’s not surprising that winter is the time when we find our usual motivation to run quickly diminishing. The cold, dark mornings make hitting the snooze button and staying in bed […]
It’s that time of year again with all of the holiday festivities and parties going on. There’s nothing better to evoke holiday cheer than mulled wine, some bubbly or a few festive cocktails. Alcohol might be responsible for a hell of a lot of fun, but you might also end up in bed with a […]
Having a little something sweet to ‘finish off a meal’ is an all too familiar feeling for many – myself included! Is there any science behind why you crave sugar after a meal, we hear you ask. Although the exact mechanisms of why we crave certain foods are still largely unknown. There are lots of reasons […]