So not only is a Monday, it is the first Monday in March. Let's be honest, how many of you have made promises to yourselves that you will start your fitness regime in the past 2 months, but still not got around to it? Well, let me tell you it is NOT TOO LATE! Exercise should be enjoyed and become a natural part of your life and only when it fits in should you commit to it then, so if in the past two months you wouldn't have been able to commit and not get started that's OK be

So it has been a while since I gave some advice so here is one for today. REMEMBER: In 2020 if you want to drop body fat you NEED to be in a CALORIE DEFECIT state. 👀 Other things you need to help with that body fat loss are 👇 👉 Resistance Training 💪 👉 Eating enough protein 🥩 👉 Sleep quantity & quality 😴 👉 Staying hydrated 💦 👉 Eating mostly whole foods 🍠 👉 Being HAPPY & stress-free 😁 #AptitudeStudio #fatburn #healthylives #Januarymotivation

You can have all the help & advice & support available, but inevitably the work has to start & stop with you!

Overeating is a common issue for most of us, but it doesn't have to be trying. With a few changes, you can start to take control.

Often overlooked is the simple substance, water! It is essential to everyone not just those engaging in physical activity. Stay Hydrated!

Workouts shouldn't & don't need to be boring! Follow the tips for simple ways to enhance your performance & enjoyment of exercise. Let exercise work for you, it should be fun and exercise should be wanted to be done and not that you feel the need to do it. Here are 15 fun facts about your body and why exercise is good for you. People who don’t regularly exercise may lose up to 80% of their muscle strength by age 65. Regular exercise helps lower blood pressure and cholesterol

Wednesday wisdom. Never be discouraged by not seeing immediate results on the outside. Learn to feel better about yourself for who you are.

Does a workout need to last hours to be effective? What about HIIT? Can that burn just as well or better?

MONDAY MOTIVATION.

... What if I can't do an exercise?⁣ ... What if I get sick?⁣ ... What if I only have 20 minutes?⁣ ... What if I get off track?⁣ Life gets busy. Obstacles come up. You won't be "perfect" with your workout routine. ⁣ Do whatever you can, whenever you can do it, in any way possible. Just keep moving.⁣ There is no "track" to get off of. There is only right now. Today.⁣ So the question becomes: What CAN you do right now to get moving? START WHEREVER YOU ARE! USE WHATEVER YOU HAVE

Do you struggle to understand what a balanced diet should look like? Then look at the Eatwell Guide, it shows a simple breakdown of what the typical balanced dietary requirements should look like along with some helpful tips on the amount of fluids intake and what should be eaten in moderation. Remember nothing is off the menu completely it is about the frequency and in moderation. #aptitudestudio #eatwell #diet #nutrition #balanced

1. DECIDE WHETHER YOU'LL STICK YO YOUR HEALTHY HABITS OR TAKE A TEMPORARY BREAK? Either way is good as long as it's a conscious choice. 2. AIM FOR "BETTER" INSTEAD OF "PERFECT". This helps you avoid the sod it mentality! 3. HUNGER IS NOT AN EMERGENCY. It's OK to be hungry for a couple of hours if you don't like your food options. 4. WHAT ARE YOUR "MINIMUMS"? E.g. at least 1 serving of greens a day, 2 workouts a week, etc. 5. NO MATTER WHAT HAPPENS, YOU CAN ALWAYS FALL BACK ON

Supermarkets & manufacturers may advertise & brand items as Healthy & Good For You etc but beware! Look at the attached on the left is the nutritional information for a McDonalds sugar donut and on the right the nutritional information for an ASDA Good & Balanced Tandoori Chicken Curry. Just look the "GOOD" meal contains more fats of which are higher in saturated fats, higher sugars & the hidden sin, massively higher in salt content. Whilst I wouldn't condemn someone indulgin

I've had the question asked what is Boxercise? "Boxercise is an exercise concept based on the training methods used by boxers. Sessions typically involve hitting focus pads but no class involves hitting an opponent. It is a fun, challenging and safe workout which is great for stress busting, accessible to all ages and fitness levels." The sessions will look at starting off with basic footwork and punches with development each week. The remainder of the sessions will then inco