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Other ways to exercise for fitness & mental health

Other ways to exercise for fitness & mental health

THINK OUTSIDE THE BOX! This post is about alternative ways to exercise to improve your fitness and mental health. Alternative – because we often overlook non-gym based options. Read the rest
Training
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by Growing Fit
How to find the right PT

How to find the right PT

If you’re determined to make a change with your health, fitness and/or body shape but don’t know where to start, the most effective solution is - hire a PT.  Subconsciously, this decision alone, is a green light for endorsing your commitment to change and developing expectations of results. Read the rest
Training
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by Growing Fit
Peanuts vs Cashews. Which is more healthy

Peanuts vs Cashews. Which is more healthy

The other day at the supermarket I had to make a choice between my two personal favourites;  cashews or peanuts.  This is the leg work I’ve done for you to discover which packs the weightier nutritional punch. Read the rest
Nutrition
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by Growing Fit
The result of being hypnotised for my sugar addiction

The result of being hypnotised for my sugar addiction

In my early 40’s I kept developing kidney and bladder infections, which went on for two years.  Eventually I learnt the bacteria that causes these infections can grow rapidly in urine with a high sugar content. I then knew I couldn’t continue my sugar dependence. Read the rest
Nutrition
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by Growing Fit
Learn about the macronutrient FAT: A moment on the lips….

Learn about the macronutrient FAT: A moment on the lips….

Learn how quickly the macronutrient fat can turn into body fat. You may be as surprised as I was and immediately put away that bag of crisps (like I did!). Read the rest
Nutrition
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by Growing Fit
Get your pH balance right by eating smart

Get your pH balance right by eating smart

Everything you think you may know about what is acidic or alkaline food-wise may just be wrong.  As part of our drive for optimal long-term health, we should understand how to ensure an ideal pH balance. Read on to find out why limes, once digested, are an alkali and hard cheese an acid.  Read the rest
Nutrition
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by Growing Fit
How to get better erg | rowing machine technique & workouts

How to get better erg | rowing machine technique & workouts

Topics covered: Different types of erg (rowing machine) | Setting the footplate (it’s nothing to do with the size of your feet!!) | Setting the drag factor | The correct body movements | The monitor - which data to focus on | Standard types of workout and warm-up | Clothing and footwear Read the rest
Training
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by Growing Fit
Why rowing is a great sport and the best exercise for you

Why rowing is a great sport and the best exercise for you

There are so many positives on why rowing is a great way to workout or sport to take part in. It’s hard to decide on a starting point so I’ll list each one in no particular order plus explain a few technical terms. Read the rest
Rowing, Training
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by Growing Fit