Archive for October 2018
TRAP BAR DEADLIFT
The Trap bar Deadlift develops muscles across the entire posterior chain; the glutes, hamstrings, spinal erectors, core, lats and traps. The main benefit is that it puts less stress on the lumbar spine than barbell deadlifts which is important for people with back issues. T I P S ⬇️ ▪️Once you have totally warmed up, start…
Read More5 EXERCISES FOR FLATTER ABS
Don’t be misled thinking that sit-ups and crunches will give you a flat stomach. If you cannot see your abdominals, it generally means they are covered by a layer of subcutaneous fat. The best exercises to flatten your stomach are big compound movements that burn a lot of energy along with targeted core exercises. Sit-ups…
Read MoreSMARTER GOALS
Goal Setting the S.M.A.R.T.E.R way… Sometimes our goals can be a little vague and can also be a reason people give up when it all becomes too hard. Their will power alone is just not enough. Reaching your goals takes a strong mindset of belief and desire and this come from knowing exactly what you…
Read MoreHOW TO GET AND STAY MOTIVATED AT THE GYM
Struggling to find your exercise mojo? Here’s some tips to help you get motivated and moving. Exercise For A Purpose. If you are finding it hard to exercise, find a purpose, set a goal. Think of something that interests you, excites you, and challenges you. Once you start to see and feel the…
Read MoreARE YOU A PERFECTIONIST
Are you a PERFECTIONIST? Speaking as recovering perfectionists, we’ve learnt that it doesn’t serve us. This is a topic we covered this week in our coaching call with our ‘Fit Body Fierce Mind’ (Amazing) Online Warriors. Perfectionism is a learned behaviour that we can change. Somewhere in our past, possibly in school or from our…
Read MoreOMELETTE RECIPE AND MACROS
A staple brekkie @ Urban Warriors HQ and ‘any time of day’ meal or snack. The mighty Omelette is full of all the good stuff. Satisfying and most importantly delicious. 2 Free Range Eggs 1/2 cup Egg Whites 2 handfuls of English Spinach 1 Mushroom 20g Organic Feta Pink Rock Salt & Ground Black Pepper…
Read MoreHEALTHY FATS DON’T MAKE YOU FAT
HEALTHY FATS Don’t be scared of eating healthy fats. They are absolutely essential for our bodies to function optimally. ✔️Promote fat burning ✔️Our body uses healthy fats as energy ✔️Build lean muscle ✔️Improve digestion ✔️Curb cravings for junk food ✔️Absorb vitamins A, D, E, K and antioxidants ✔️Supply your body with essential nutrients Healthy fats…
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