the healthy life.
My idea of healthy living revolves around looking and feeling my best and keeping it that way for as long as possible. Indeed, I believe longevity is a key indicator in gauging whether your current lifestyle … [Read more]
Staying busy has become a cultural norm and for many, it makes “doing nothing” and the silence that accompanies inactivity unsettling and uncomfortable. I for one am guilty and at times struggle to be still … [Read more]
Coffee, a beloved beverage enjoyed by many, holds a fascinating relationship with our body's internal processes. In this article, we will explore the intricate connection between coffee consumption, cortisol … [Read more]
How many times have you heard about the importance of staying adequately hydrated? How many times have you been told you're not drinking enough? Well, in case you fell complacent and still didn't act upon … [Read more]
Calories are the currency of energy. Our level of body fat highly depends on the energy in vs energy out formula, in other words calories in vs calories out. This implies that in order to effectively manage … [Read more]
I recently asked my followers on my Instagram account to list the one and only food they couldn't renounce. Interestingly the answers I received all had one thing in common - they were all protein-rich … [Read more]
Plyometric exercises combine both speed and strength training. They involve "explosive" movements such as jumping, pushing, and pulling. Plyometrics are great for building power, agility, and speed in athletes … [Read more]
I recently was invited by tv presenter, entrepreneur and fitness enthusiast Claire Agius Ordway on her Reboot podcast to discuss my take on discipline, consistency and healthy living in general. Given that … [Read more]
Building a well-rounded back is all about variation. You can’t just do one or two exercises and expect to see results. You have to be strategic in your approach, varying the type of exercise, grip width, … [Read more]
Pancakes come in many different shapes, sizes and flavors. They can be sweet, savory, thick, thin, small or large, but they are generally all delicious (unless they're burnt)! While there are many types of … [Read more]
Over the past 3 months since the onset of Covid19 in Europe we inevitably found ourselves spending much more time at home. To this effect, from my conversations with friends and followers it transpires that one … [Read more]
What is sourdough bread? Let's start with getting the basics straight. The term 'sourdough' refers to a particular technique of preparing bread and is not a grain. Therefore it does not make sense to compare … [Read more]
“Starting an off season fat is like putting icing and decorations on a burnt cake. It will still look awful. If you’re too fat to gain you need to tidy up before decorating.” One of the first things I ask a … [Read more]
"You can lead a horse to water, but you cannot make it drink”. You may have a guru trainer with the most sophisticated training program or a wizard nutritionist with the perfect nutrition plan, but if you … [Read more]
Your results aren’t diet dependent. Rather, they’re behavior dependent. Maintaining a healthy body (including a healthy body weight) is about developing consistent, sustainable daily habits that help you … [Read more]
It’s that time of year again. The biggest health food show in Canada – The Canadian Health Food Association show (East) took place a couple of weekends ago and I got the chance to attend again this year to … [Read more]
While a bowl of bone broth may not look very exciting, it certainly can work some magic... Bone broth is derived from animal bones and tissue (small amount of meat or flesh) which is typically sourced from … [Read more]
Failure is an Option One of the things I love about working out with weights is that it’s okay to fail! In fact, I aim for it – but not always. Training to failure is very taxing … [Read more]
How many times have you been standing at a café, waiting for your cup of Joe while being tempted by delicious-looking treats neatly laid out at the counter? While some would typically look more healthy than … [Read more]
With summer in full swing you're most likely doing your best to maintain a leaner look, rightly so gracing your audience every time you walk down the beach. It is a known fact that in order to drop body fat … [Read more]