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All things Protein Shakes; A full breakdown | Balance
Protein shakes have gained popularity in recent years as a convenient and effective way to boost protein intake. Whether you're an...
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Jamie
- Jul 11
- 9 min
Pre-workout Ingredients Explained - A Guide to Every Popular Ingredient | Balance
Pre-workout supplements have gained popularity in recent years, offering a wide range of benefits for athletes and fitness enthusiasts....
Jamie
- Jul 4
- 4 min
What you need to know about your Hunger Hormones; Leptin and Ghrelin | Balance
Weight loss can be a challenging journey, and even more difficult is maintaining the weight after a successful diet. Research has shown...
Jamie
- Jun 27
- 5 min
Why eating for joy is an important part of a healthy relationship with food | Balance
The Importance of Developing a Healthy Relationship with Food When it comes to our favorite foods, we all have different preferences. But...
Jamie
- Jun 23
- 5 min
What is the 80/20 diet? | Balance
Are you tired of strict diets that deprive you of your favorite foods? Do you want to find a sustainable way to lose weight and improve...
Jamie
- Jun 22
- 5 min
Can you out train a "Bad Diet"? | Balance
In the world of fitness and nutrition, there has been a long-standing debate about whether you can out train a "bad" diet. Many people...
Jamie
- Jun 20
- 4 min
Beta-alanine Supplementation - everything you'd need to know | Balance
Beta-alanine has gained significant popularity among athletes and fitness enthusiasts for its potential to enhance performance and...
Jamie
- Jun 19
- 5 min
BMR calculator and a useful tool to calculate your total daily calorie requirements | Balance
Calorie calculators are essential tools for those who want to maintain, lose, or gain weight. They help you determine your total daily...
Jamie
- Jun 14
- 4 min
Taurine Supplementation - everything you'd need to know | Balance
Taurine, a naturally occurring amino acid, has been gaining popularity in recent years for its numerous health benefits. This...
Jamie
- Jun 9
- 4 min
Creatine Supplementation - everything you'd need to know | Balance
Creatine has become a popular supplement among athletes and fitness enthusiasts, thanks to its ability to enhance strength, improve...
Jamie
- Jun 3
- 5 min
How much protein to build muscle (without gaining unwanted bodyfat) | Balance
Protein is an essential macronutrient that plays a crucial role in muscle building and overall health. However, the optimal amount of...
Jamie
- Apr 18
- 3 min
How to run your fastest marathon with the right fuel | Balance
The days leading up to a marathon are critical for fueling your body with the right nutrients. Your focus should be on consuming complex...
Jamie
- Oct 24, 2022
- 3 min
What to eat before working out | Balance
Pre-workout nutrition (in this instance referring to within sixty minutes of training) should be geared towards providing a readily...
Jamie
- Oct 14, 2022
- 4 min
Should Men and Women Train Differently? | Balance
Well, no, but also possibly yes. It would be most accurate to say that "it depends". For decades there has been somewhat of a camp...
Jamie
- Oct 11, 2022
- 10 min
Evidence Backed Strategies for Combat Sports / Weightlifters to use for Making Weight | Balance
Many sports use "weight tiers / divisions" to reduce the chance of an unfair advantage. As is the case with most things, we, as humans,...
Jamie
- Jul 20, 2022
- 4 min
How to Cope with the Heatwave: Simple Tricks and the Ten Best Foods to Keep You Cool | Balance
The UK is currently experiencing a heatwave, with temperatures reaching record highs. It's been difficult to sleep at night and even...
Jamie
- Jul 18, 2022
- 4 min
Why Keeping Hydrated Is Important And The Top Ten Electrolyte Rich Foods | Balance
You may not know this, but a lot of health problems are directly linked to dehydration. Here's the who, what, why & how of staying hydrated.
Jamie
- Jul 10, 2022
- 7 min
Which Shop Is Cheaper? - The shop which can help you navigate the cost of living crisis | Balance
If you're feeling the pinch of the cost of living crisis, you're not alone. Rising prices and stagnant wages are making it harder for...
Jamie
- Jun 25, 2022
- 5 min
Why Routine Is Important | Balance
Find out why we need to have a regular routine, how to make one and the benefits of having one.
Jamie
- Mar 5, 2022
- 5 min
The best Crossfit supplements (for health) | Balance
CrossFit is a sport of fine margins. The separation between first and last may only be a few extra seconds, pounds lifted or reps...
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