What are carbs? Simply put, carbs are large molecules containing carbon, hydrogen and oxygen. Along with the other macronutrients, protein and fat, they are one of three hugely important nutrients for the body. The primary role of carbohydrates is to provide energy for the body. In fact, the brain and nervous system rely almost exclusively on carbohydrates (in the form of blood glucose) for their energy needs. Since the…
Overcome your fear of the gym We all know exercise is good for us, that going to the gym and working out is going to improve our health. But if you don’t know what to DO in the gym while there, it can be daunting. Maybe you’ve walked into the gym with no plan and left half an hour later with a bruised ego. You may have a…
Welcome to my blog! As I’m sure you’ve gathered from the rest of the website I’m a qualified personal trainer, based in Birmingham, UK. I’m excited to start sharing a little bit more about myself, why I love fitness, and why I want to empower others to love it too. Read a little bit more about me here! On this blog you’ll find workout ideas, nutritional information, healthy…