They’re a great source of many nutrients, particularly potassium. Magnesium and B6. Did you ever wonder what happens as they change in colour? Green à Yellow à Brown as the banana ripens: Resistant Starch content decreases Tastes sweeter – resistant starch turns to sugar Gets digested easier and quicker (causing a spike in the blood … Read more
The term ‘macros’ is thrown around a lot in the fitness community. Short for macronutrients, these are the nutrients that your body needs in large amounts to function properly. The three main macronutrients are carbohydrates, protein and fats. These nutrients determine your energy level & output, and an imbalance of them (such as a protein deficiency) … Read more
Extra motivation and less excuses It is a pleasant weekend afternoon and you are contimplating doing nothing. Game of Thrones is coming on soon. Sounds like the perfect excuse to not train today. Not if you are training with a partner! Regular workout times with your friends help you to stick it out and finish your … Read more
1. Hammerfit-45 (HIIT) Burns many Calories in a Short Amounts of Time You can burn calories fast with High Intensity Inteval Training otherwise known as HIIT training. Studies compared the calories burned during 30 mins each of HIIT, weight training, running and biking. Researchers found that HIIT burned 25–30% more calories than all other forms … Read more
One day after his main event bout at UFC 234 against Isreal Adesanya, Anderson Silva was in Hammers Gym teaching some of the techniques he is most well known and admired for. At 43 years of age Anderson is already a legend of the sport facing almost every top ranked opponent in recent memory including … Read more
Should you use a calorie counting app for weight loss? The answer is in most cases is yes. It is important to be conscious of the amounts of energy you are consuming To achieve your goals within specific timelines and understand why you are having or not having success. Keeping track of what you eat … Read more
Feel like you’re not quite ready to brave the beaches when summer comes knocking on your door? There are 5 common mistakes made that are holding you back from achieving your summer goals. Realistic goals SMARTER Acronym (Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Realistic, Time Bound, Expectations & Review) principle; I’m sure you’ve seen this countless times throughout … Read more
It is probably one of the most deceiving and innocent looking pieces of gym equipment. It is also probably the most overlooked piece of equipment in the gym as well. But once you read about all the benefits it has to offer, it won’t be long before you are integrating it into your own workouts! … Read more
Recent dietary research shows that a higher protein intake isn’t just for bodybuilders and professional athletes. Anyone looking to lose weight can benefit from increasing how much protein they eat. A good protein profile in your diet can lead to: better appetite control boosted metabolism reduced food cravings improved body composition reduced energy intake It … Read more
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