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This week we’ll start to look into the back exercises my coach Adrianna@Pinnacledxb incorporates in to my training programme. Here’s what she has to say about snatch-grip deadlifts: Deadlifts are one of the kind of exercise which can benefit the workout in many ways involving several groups of muscles. While mostly it’s been used on a leg…

Think leg exercises don’t get any harder than squats & deadlifts? Think again! Although these two exercises engage a lot of muscles and are downright exhausting, if you really want to feel the burn you should try walking lunges and deadlifts. Both exercises put more emphasis on one side than the other, as you alternate between…

Good evening folks! Today marked an important milestone in my fitness journey – I completed my 100th workout since I started weight lifting! From 1 workout to 100! Of course I still have a long way to go but I couldn’t be happier to see the progress I have made so far. And of course…

This is why I get up at 6.30am every morning. This is why I spend hours on the weekend preparing meals (and subsequently carrying boxes of food with me all day 🙂 ). This is why I train 5 times a week come rain or shine. This is why I do what I do:

Originally posted on Books+Body: With superfood ingredients like turmeric, ginger, apple, and kale, you’ll give your body what it needs to fight inflammation. You’ll feel like a goddess ready to tackle the world after enjoying a smoothie bowl powered by superfoods. You’ve probably heard that some foods cause inflammation in the body (think: sugar,…

A great post by medical student Deniza who gives us the lowdown on how to fuel your muscles. Really enjoyed the simple and clear tips. Read on to find out why you should eat (complex) carbs at bedtime and fats in the morning. P.S. comments and likes on the original post please!