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A few weeks ago we introduced the SMART goal checklist. Have a had a think about what your goal is for the next 30, 60 or 90 days? 🎯 It can be hard to set and stick to goals over the summer especially as it may be the first time in a while we have been […]

You have probably heard of counting macros as a strategy for losing weight, building muscle and improving overall fitness levels ⚖️💪 But what are macros? To answer this we need to take a step back and understand what nutrients are. Nutrients are chemical substances found in food, required for energy, growth, reproduction, and disease prevention. There […]

⁠⁠I mean I still don’t understand why the dieting industry needs to make everyone afraid of this food group. ⁠⁠⁠⁠Yes let’s reduce the amount of processed carbs but let’s keep in those healthy wholegrain options that are packed full of fibre and nutrients. ⁠⁠⁠⁠In the academy we are all about balancing our carbs, not eliminating […]

A key part of healthy eating is choosing the appropriate amounts of different foods. When it comes to deciding how much to eat, the terms serving size and portion size are often used interchangeably. However, they don’t mean the same thing 🤯 Serving Size 🥣Serving size is a standardised amount of food set by food manufacturers. It […]

Snack bars can be great to have on hand when you get a little hungry as they can help stabilise your blood sugar until your next mealtime. It also makes it easier to resist unhealthy foods like chocolate and crisps. We often get questions from WLA ladies looking for advice on which snack bars to […]

With the hot weather continuing we wanted to remind you all of the importance of staying hydrated. Our bodies lose water throughout the day in urine and sweat as well as lesser amounts through breathing. Dehydration is when your body does not have as much water as it needs (i.e your body is losing more […]

The temperature is on the increase again, which means the BBQs are out when we get the chance ☀️🌡️ In our “Top Tips for Eating Healthily at BBQs” post one of the tips was to go for the leaner cuts of meat. But what should you be looking for in BBQ meats? Here are our tips […]

People often blame their weight on a slow metabolism, but what does that mean? Metabolism is the process of breaking down what you eat or drink into energy. Your metabolism depends on a variety of factors, including age, body fat, muscle mass, activity level and genetics. While your metabolism influences your energy needs and potentially […]

Have you ever stopped to think about why snacking is important? Snacking is important for a number of reasons:  Helps stabilise energy and blood sugar levels Prevents overeating at mealtime Controls appetite Makes it easier to choose healthy food Improves concentration and mood Promotes weight loss You shouldn’t be snacking, “just because”, snacks should be eaten mindfully when you are […]

What is Emotional Eating? We don’t always eat to satisfy physical hunger. Many of us turn to food for comfort, stress relief, or to reward ourselves. And when we do, we tend to reach for comfort in unhealthy foods. Emotional eating is using food to make yourself feel better – to fill emotional needs, rather […]