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A collection of useful information, thoughts and observations to provide some inspiration, guidance and advice as you take your own steps to becoming a stronger, healthier you. If you have a suggestion for a topic, or would like to know more about something I’ve written, why not get in touch.
Should I be taking a creatine supplement?
There is a lot of buzz about creatine. Some of the benefits that are talked about are science-based, whilst others require further research. So what’s the truth and is there a benefit to taking a regular creatine supplement.
What’s better: a long, slow run or a short, fast one?
Unless you’re following a dedicated training plan, it can be sometimes hard to tell when you should speed things up and slow things down, let alone how far you should be running in the first place.
Is functional fitness any different to GPP?
If you’ve been anywhere near social media recently, you’ve likely come across references to GPP or General Physical Preparation. But is GPP any different to functional fitness and does it required any specific skills or training?
Are your workouts affecting your period?
Exercise can have subtle or extreme influences on your menstrual cycle, depending on how your body reacts to physical activity. This is because exercise affects the same hormones that control your period.