Eat to beat stress
3 October 2020
We’ve all been there – you’ve had a stressful day and before you know it out comes the wine and the chocolate. Turning to food to cope with stressful situations in our lives is a common pattern for many. To…
Weight Loss
Why small dietary changes can help you lose weight
30 September 2020
Trying to lose weight but can’t make your resolutions stick? Dump the quick-fix diet and achieve permanent change by taking baby steps instead. Words: Liz Hollis Slashing food intake to 800 calories a day, fasting twice a week or an…
Identify your motive for losing weight
22 September 2020
Motivational coach Martin Kelly, a regular WF contributor, transformed his health by losing over 25kg of fat eight years ago and has kept the weight off. He shares his top motivational tips on losing weight and how to stay focused.…
Five reasons you’re craving sugar
15 September 2020
Reaching for the sugar regularly can be a telling sign of certain behaviours and bodily needs that may need addressing, according to Dr Rachel Evans – a psychologist in eating disorder recovery. Here’s why you could be craving sugar and…
Five signs you might be dehydrated
9 September 2020
How often do you drink water during the day? Recent research, by Actiph Water found that 90 per cent of Brits are not drinking the NHS recommended six to eight glasses of fluids per day, with 20 per cent often…
Tone up with indoor cycling
8 September 2020
When we think about toning and sculpting our lower body, we usually go for squats, lunges, and maybe a Pilates class. But have you ever considered the benefits of indoor cycling for amazing results? Indoor cycling is perfect for you…
How to eat and train for your body shape
30 August 2020
Rachael Attard is a certified personal trainer and nutritionist and founder of the Lean Legs Program and the Body Type Quiz. Her mission is to empower women, help them feel good in their skin, and fall in love with exercise…
The truth about crash diets
24 August 2020
If you’ve resorted to extreme crash diets in the past, does that make it harder to lose weight this time round? Emma Brown, nutritionist from Nutracheck has the answer. Maybe you’ve been on the diet roller coaster before where you’ve…
Back in the gym after lockdown
11 August 2020
Heading back to the gym to regain your fitness? Get the most from your workouts and ditch a few pounds while keeping yourself safe. Do you feel a bit heavier during lockdown? You’re not alone. A survey commissioned by SlimFast…
How to shift excess belly fat
8 August 2020
If you’ve been finding it hard to shift the excess fat around your middle, there’s plenty you can do to change this. Take a holistic approach, not just incorporating more crunches into your workouts, but addressing your stress levels and…
