If waking up early in the morning to go to gym alone – again – isn’t a prospect you look forward to, you should consider finding someone to be your gym buddy. There are so many benefits to having someone join you in your work-out; from the obvious motivating each other, to the little known fact that socializing while exercising …
10 GYM BAG ESSENTIALS
There is nothing worse than getting to the gym and finding out that you have forgotten something you can’t do without. Packing your gym bag should inspire your workout, not hinder it.
WEIGHT GAIN WONDERS: WATER OR FAT
Our bodies weren’t designed to gain or lose significant amounts of fat overnight. When the scale suddenly rises, the reason could be due to water retention. Here are some tips to help you identify if your weight gain is water or fat.
SLEEP FOR A HEALTHY METABOLISM
You may want to take a second look at your sleeping pattern with regards to your weight loss goals. Recent research has found that a lack of sleep can interfere with your ability to control what you eat.
LOW-GI HUMMUS
Getting a balance of protein and carbohydrates after your workout couldn’t be simpler with this low-GI hummus recipe. Chickpeas are a great source of protein and, when combined with a complex carbohydrate such as a whole wheat pita, can be turned into a delicious post-workout snack.
FIGHT THOSE CRAVINGS
The G.I. Lean team know that one of the greatest weight loss challenges is fighting food cravings. Fortunately, the solution to appetite control can be found in three types of tea leaves.
POST-EXERCISE MISTAKES
Some of the common mistakes we make after exercise, and tips to remember to make sure that you get the most out of your workout.
STEPS TO ACHIEVING A POSITIVE BODY IMAGE
Body image refers to our own perception of our bodies and the assumption that those around us share the same perception.
GUILT-FREE TREATS
You don’t have to sacrifice your sweet tooth to achieve your weight loss goals. And luckily snack time couldn’t be more delicious with G.I. Lean’s Firm and Lean Shake.
CONSCIOUSLY CONFIDENT
Self-confidence is about so much more than physical image and it has many benefits for our well-being. In fact, studies have shown that confidence plays a large role in our mental health and, consequently, our achievements.