The energy systems that our bodies use for different activities require a myriad of varied complex metabolic pathways. So depending on the type of work and sport you do will determine what type of training is required (yes – your occupation is considered as an...
These words certainly ran true for me during the 24 hour period that I was up on one of Australia’s highest mountains, competing in the Rapid Ascent Falls Creek Mountain Raid – 3 trail runs held over a 24 hour period to test your strength, fitness,...
So, you’ve got into the swing of things with your nutrition. You’ve eliminated sugar, grains, wheat and flour. Processed foods are gone, and you’ve cut down your daily consumption of carbohydrates (from all sources – even limiting fruit to a...
Last week I was invited to present to a group of recreational runners, cyclists and triathletes about my experiences following a LCHF (Low Carb High/Healthy Fat) diet and optimizing athletic performance. Armed with a passion for healthy living, a fair amount of valid...
“It always seems impossible until it’s done” – Nelson Mandela There have been way too many times when I’ve given up on achieving a goal because of an over-riding fear. Those fears were sometimes rational and sometimes not. They were...