Sports Nutrition

What is body building? When anybody mentions body building, it’s only natural to think of big, muscly men with veins popping out of their humungous muscles and perfectly tanned skin, but is that the be all and end all of body building? The answer to that is simply: no! That unfortunate stereotype misses out all the awesome female bodybuilders who compete in the sport and work just as hard for...

Staying at home during the coronavirus lockdown? Or maybe you’re after general ways to exercise without having to pay for expensive gym memberships or equipment? Luckily, there are numerous different workout routines which target the major muscles in your body and require absolutely nothing except...

Protein is one of the three fundamental macronutrients, alongside carbohydrates and fats. Not eating enough protein can lead to fatigue. Protein rich foods are a good fuel source and help the body grow and maintain muscle. So what are some of the best high protein...

Plants contain protein – who’d have thought it?! ‘Good’ protein sources are often presented to us in the form of big, juicy steaks or lean chicken breasts, but the truth is, you can get all the protein you need by eating plants. So, whether you’re...

If you have been a vegetarian for years, or you are just starting to look into whether vegetarianism is for you, you might also be looking for ways to increase your intake of key nutrients. This might be because, like some, you find it a...

Fancy a go at making your own natural protein bars? Follow the steps below Ingredients For the nougat layer: 1 cup coconut flour 1 cup Vanilla protein powder 2 tbsp cocoa powder 1/2 cup smooth peanut butter can sub for any nut or seed butter...

Both protein bars and protein powder are quick, easy solutions to get that hit of protein you need, either before or after exercise, or just as a filling snack during the day. But if you have ever looked into the various options, it can be...

Try this delicious chocolate protein shake packed with protein and added goodness with hemp and chia seeds. Ingredients 1 ripe banana (peeled and frozen) 2tbsp hemp seeds 1/4 cup gluten-free oats 2tbsp natural salted nut butter of choice 1tbsp chia seeds 1 – 2tbsp chocolate...

Everyone needs protein, no matter the level of activity they do, as it is essential for maintaining and growing muscles as well as giving you energy.1 When you are exercising or training, it is especially important that you get the protein you need to maintain...

Sports supplements are your secret weapons when it comes to getting the most out of your workouts. From more energy to enhancing exercise performance – the right nutrition supplements are invaluable if you regularly exercise. You might be wondering, what sports supplements actually work? We...

Bulking powders are BIG business within the world of bodybuilding, as they’re essentially used to help people ‘bulk’ up their muscle mass.1 Also known as protein powders, bulking powders aren’t just for bodybuilders, they’re used far and wide by people who want to achieve their...

More and more people are discovering the benefits of making their own protein bars at home. Try it – you may never go back to buying them! 3 benefits of making your own protein bars  You can control what goes in them Make your own...