Why Protein?

If you are training on a regular basis, it is important to ensure that you are taking in adequate 

protein to assist with muscle repair and recovery. Lean muscle burns more calories at rest so ensuring muscles are trained, fed and rested is integral to muscle growth. How much protein per day?

Why Water?

Why Water?

Considering that the human body is made up of approximately two thirds water, it comes as no surprise to learn that drinking plenty of H20 every day is important. In fact, if you are feeling thirsty, hungry or fatigued then it’s possible that you are already dehydrated.  So how much water should you drink per day? There is no exact calculation for this; however, the Why Fitness experts suggest 2-3 litres per day. A little extra if you are training, in air conditioning, or during the warmer months.

There are many benefits to getting your quota of H2O and here are our top

Why Heart Rate Monitors?

Why Heart Rate Monitors?

For the average weekend warrior, a heart rate monitor (or HRM) often ends

up as a sporty fashion accessory, an expensive stop watch, or calorie counter. Whilst there is absolutely nothing wrong with this, there are other ways in which this training tool can help assist you with progressing your fitness.

So what is your maximum heart rate?

Top 10 Reasons Why Fitness Matters

What exactly is ‘physical fitness’ and why is it so important to anybody at

any age?

Technically, fitness could be defined as ‘a condition or state of being that

helps you look, feel and do your best’.

But what that really boils down to is being fit means you have the strength, the energy, and the ability to do all of the things you love – and not just exercise and physical activities.

Fitness leads to

why spice ?

Most people are confused between spices and herbs. A spice is usually any dried part of a plant, such as dried bark, roots, berries, seeds, twigs or anything else that isn’t green or leafy.

As you may have guessed, the green and leafy part of a plant is considered a herb! Herbs can be used whether they are dried or fresh, as opposed to spices, which can only be used dried, generally for seasoning and flavouring but not usually the main ingredient.

Why …..HATS ?

Why …..HATS ?

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In our very lucky country, ‘slip, slop, slap’ is a no-brainer.

In a country where skin cancer kills thousands of people

every year, hats are very important. A good quality, widebrimmed hat is essential for outdoor activities.

But some hats protect us in other ways. Tradespeople wear hard hats to protect themselves from falling or loose objects. Lifesavers wear hats to make sure they can be seen while in the water.

Why …. NUTS ?

Why …. NUTS ?

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Nuts: To eat or not to eat?

Will I gain weight or lose weight if I eat them?

The short answer is that nuts definitely get a big TICK!

Nuts contain the linoleic and linolenic essential fatty acids and the fats in nuts for the most part are unsaturated fats, including monounsaturated fats. Nuts also provide arginine, which is a substance that may help

Why…. Sleep ?

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Why…. Sleep ? 

“I wish I could just stay in bed for another five minutes.”

If you’ve ever found yourself saying this, consider that your body isn’t just being lazy; it may actually be in your best interest to get that extra sleep!

The average person requires six to eight hours of sleep every night for the body and brain to function at a premium. Factors that affect our sleep include: