The Difference Between Naturally Occurring and Processed Sugars
Sugar has become a hot topic in discussions around health, weight management, and nutrition. While it's often demonized as the culprit...
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Jamie
Sep 267 min read
The Perfect 72-Hour Plan for Your Long Run: Fuelling, Sleep, Carb Loading, and Recovery
Preparing for a long run, whether it’s a marathon, a half marathon, or a significant training run, requires more than just hitting the...
Jamie
Jan 45 min read
What are "Fast Carbs" and what are "Slow Carbs" & how should they be included in the diet | Balance
Carbohydrates are an essential macronutrient that plays a key role in your body's energy production and overall health. However, not all...
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Jul 28, 20238 min read
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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Jul 11, 20239 min read
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....
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Jul 4, 20234 min read
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, 20235 min read
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, 20235 min read
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, 20235 min read
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, 20234 min read
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, 20235 min read
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...
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Jun 14, 20234 min read
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, 20234 min read
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, 20235 min read
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, 20233 min read
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, 20223 min read
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, 20224 min read
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, 202210 min read
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, 20224 min read
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...
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Jul 18, 20224 min read
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.
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