My Blog.

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.

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Five minutes a day to lower your cancer risk

Just 4.5 minutes per day of vigorous physical activity, performed in 1-minute bursts, is associated with up to a 30% reduction in all-cause and cancer mortality risk and up to a 34% reduction in CVD mortality risk.

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It’s important to make time for cardio

Your resting heart rate (RHR), heart rate variability (HRV) and VO2 max (the volume of oxygen your body uses while exercising as hard as you can) are much better predictors of your future health than how much you can lift.

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Ten great reasons for you to lift weights

Strength training is an important part of any overall fitness program, especially as you get older. Here are ten great reasons why you should be lifting weights - and how to get started safely.

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Myths about building muscle and burning fat

You've done a bit of research on how to build muscle and burn fat, but you’ve probably run into some myths along the way. Here are six commonly held (but false) beliefs, and one truth, about gaining muscle and burning fat.

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