Ever wondered what a nutritionist eats in a day? We asked our nutritionist, Kellie, to share what she eats most days so we could share it with you! Here is what she had to say… Breakfast I’ve got two small children so our morning routine is quite rushed. I’d love to have time to cook...
Baked beans are a beloved classic in British cuisine, dating back to the 18th century. They’re a staple of the Full English breakfast and a comforting side dish for any meal. While canned baked beans are widely available, there’s something special about making your own from scratch. In this article, we’ll show you how to...
This question comes up frequently, particularly from parents. And I think, you know, as a parent myself with two young children, I totally understand any sport, particularly a combat sport, has risks. And I’m not going to lie and say that there isn’t a chance that a child would be injured through training, although...
Not so long ago lemon detoxes were all the rage, and even now they’re still quite popular, especially among women. I suppose we’re all moving on to greener pastures now with the paleo movement, among other things. Every now and then though, I still get asked what my opinion is of the lemon detox diet....
First and foremost is mental development. So when I talk about that, I talk about having a focused mindset, being able to set and achieve goals are both from a physical perspective but also from a mental perspective. Martial arts training at its highest level is arduous and it’s designed to be that way...
I think one of the major reasons why parents are so excited to get their kids enrolled into a martial arts practice is specifically because it does instill a level of discipline and focus that may be absent in other aspects of their life. I think what’s great about it is that they have...
Qigong is a practice. It’s fantastic for helping to calm your mind, especially if you’re a stressed person. You’ve got a fast-paced lifestyle, you’ve got kids, you’ve got a hard-working job, long hours, it really helps to destress. It also helps to regulate your blood flow and circulation. We all have parts of our...
Easy to say when you no doubt work long hours and are juggling a busy work and personal life, but an important aspect of a healthy lifestyle regardless. Here are a few quick tips to enjoy a better night’s sleep. 1). Focus on quality, not quantity. We have all heard the saying that we need...
Firstly, what I find with a lot of western martial arts schools in particular what I’ve noticed in Australia and from attending myself, is that it’s all about marketing and self-promotion. When I say that, they’ve watered down the traditional ethics of martial arts. They promote fast grading or moving up through the system....
As a Kung Fu instructor and health fanatic, I get a lot of people telling me they just want to know what they should be eating each day to be “healthy”. These people aren’t looking to bulk up for a weight lifting competition or carb load for a marathon… they just want to know how...