When it comes to fat loss, the most straightforward and effective strategy is one you’ve probably heard a hundred times—calorie deficit. But what does that really mean, and why does it work so well for shedding unwanted fat? Let’s dive in.
The benefits and considerations of 36-hour fasts
In recent years, fasting has surged in popularity as a health and weight management strategy, with various protocols offering promising benefits for mental clarity, weight loss, and overall health improvement. Among these, the 36-hour fast stands out as a...
Calorie burn – the marginal gains
In this blog we delve into ways that we burn calories and some potential changes which can help us to turn the ‘calories in versus calories out’ equation in our favour. In the sports setting, the term ‘marginal gains’ is very prominent, looking at small...
BMI and waist circumference – new guidance
The rising trend in people becoming overweight and obese isn’t solely based on visual observation. In fact, living in London, there seems to be less of a visual prevalence compared to other parts of the UK. Instead, it is through a measurement called Body...
Take control of your health – lessons from the pandemic
We are all hoping that we’re heading into a post-covid world, or at the very least, learning to live with it as we all continue to return to what we once viewed as our normal existence. We can but hope that on a Governmental level, lessons are learned worldwide which...
Top tips for tidying up your nutrition
Healthy eating doesn’t have to mean giving up all of your favourite foods. Small, simple, sustainable changes are possible. Read these top tips for tidying up your nutrition.
Top tips for increasing your activity
The start of a new year is when people invariably have their health and fitness kick. This year, things are a little harder. So, to keep you on track, here are a few tips to keep your levels of movement up during these times.
Why you should be taking vitamin D
One of the frustrations of this Covid-19 pandemic in the UK, is the lack of emphasis being placed on how to boost immune systems – for the short- and long-term. Perhaps it would cost pharmaceutical companies a little too much money if everyone had a...
The rule of six for health
The rule of six is now becoming part of our psyche. Turning away from COVID-19 and towards fitness, we can apply that same principle – the rule of six.
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Personal trainer, and fitness writer, editor and author. Darren is the founder of Dynamic Fitness Training, a personal training company based in north London.
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How to assess and improve your functional fitness
When we talk about fitness, most people picture muscles, low percentage of body fat, heavy weights and grunting. But how useful is that strength when it comes to real life—lifting groceries, chasing after your kids, or climbing stairs? Enter functional fitness: the...
Put your health first: A no-nonsense guide!
‘I know I should, but I just don’t have the time’. A pound for every time I’ve heard this, and I’d probably be able to afford a croissant at a new local bakery (I know I’m meant to say that ‘I could retire’ but most Muswell Hillians will understand). Let’s get...
The power of a calorie deficit: Unlocking fat loss
When it comes to fat loss, the most straightforward and effective strategy is one you’ve probably heard a hundred times - calorie deficit. But what does that really mean, and why does it work so well for shedding unwanted fat? Let’s dive in. What is calorie deficit?A...
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Put your health first: A no-nonsense guide!
When it comes to fat loss, the most straightforward and effective strategy is one you’ve probably heard a hundred times—calorie deficit. But what does that really mean, and why does it work so well for shedding unwanted fat? Let’s dive in.
The benefits and considerations of 36-hour fasts
In recent years, fasting has surged in popularity as a health and weight management strategy, with various protocols offering promising...
Calorie burn – the marginal gains
In this blog we delve into ways that we burn calories and some potential changes which can help us to turn the ‘calories in versus...