I have been a trainer/coach for over 13 years and it was only up until 5 years ago that I went from “fit but fat” to actually “fit and healthy”. What can you expect from this read? I have been in the endurance and weight loss scene for over a decade now and I myself […]
Fat burning and endurance training really are a perfect combination. Considering endurance is predominately an aerobic activity, ensuring that your body can burn fat is such an advantage to your endurance training and performance. Looking past all of the health benefits of becoming a good fat burner (metabolic flexibility), the benefits can dramatically improve ones […]
Do you struggle with weight/fat loss? Do you struggle with daily energy and/or workout performance? Read this: Cortisol, the most prominent fight or flight hormone is secreted by the adrenal glands in response to environmental stimulation perceived by the brain. One of the stresses is low blood sugar, a fundamental problem for people who are […]
Are you looking to lose weight in 2021? Have you ever lost weight but unfortunately put it all (if not more) back on? Unfortunately this happens more often then not, this is why it is critical in your weight loss journey that you understand how the food you are deciding to eat is impacting you. […]
This is video 1 out of 3 of a short video series on how busy people can integrate fasting into their lifestyles. If you are busy and would like to learn how too fast, this video gives you some simple steps to kick off a fast the easy way. This video goes over my recommendations […]
Low carb for endurance training is all about becoming fuel efficient. Endurance training in essence is all about how fast can you move over an extended distance without the body and mind giving way… Having the body become metabolically flexible (good fat and carb burner) allows you to stave of bonking and keeps a constant […]
Coach Nic Having jumped in and out of different ways of eating and diets for the last 10 plus years, I have learnt a lot about my body and the importance of having respect for my body as it serves me everyday. I have eaten low carb, vegetarian, paleo, keto, IIFYM (if it fits your […]
Episode 124: Why we get fat, how to fix insulin resistance….. The above podcast with guest Benjamin Bikman is a great outline of his new book “Why We Get Sick” (see below) in relation to insulin resistance. There is so much conversation around “Eat less and move more” as a way to fight obesity but […]
Do you have an interest in endurance training, fuel utilisation and how you can potentially become bonk proof….? Go longer without the risk of running out of energy. Even the leanest of people have 30,000cal (usually a lot more) plus of fat calories on our body. Compared to the small limited fuel source of glycogen […]
I have been in the endurance world for a decade now and I myself have dipped in and out of it. Not due to losing “motivation” or the lack of love for endurance training, but mainly because I couldn’t grasp a good sustainable routine that would allow me to get fit, remain lean and also […]