More evidence that exercise is medicine

A recent article published in theconversation.com has made a strong case for exercise as a legitimate part of a treatment plan for cancer patients. I found this really interesting because although the relationship between regular exercise and prevention of many…

Are you old? If so, keep moving!

A recent study published in April 2013 by the Endocrine Society has shown that reducing the physical activity levels of healthy older adults produced reductions in muscle mass and impairments in insulin sensitivity, two negative effects of ageing. The study…

New Massage Therapist appointments at Life Personal Trainers

We’re pleased to welcome remedial massage therapists Anna Rough and Robert Ingram to the Life Personal Trainers Team! Both Anna and Rob have experience working with a range of clients with different needs including relief of postural tension from hours…

Chocolate – the good, the bad & the interesting!

This is the time of year I get asked ‘Is chocolate really good for you or not?’ Chocolate has been the focus of a breadth of research over the years. While there is not enough long term evidence to definitively…

Getting Fit = Weight Loss??

For those who are new or recent ‘exercisers’, failure to lose weight through exercise can be highly de-motivating and may even put a premature end to even the best intentions to exercise regularly. A recent article in The Advertiser got…

Sourdough Walnut Loaf with Cinnamon Ricotta & Summer Fruit

This recipe is so simple, looks fantastic and is sure to please the whole family!  I love this recipe because not only is it a healthy dessert, but it’s a fantastic Sunday breakfast while sitting outside enjoying the warm weather…

High Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) = results if you are time poor

There is a growing body of research supporting the value of HIIT as a time effective way to achieve positive health outcomes. HIIT involves short work periods of a high work loads interspersed with periods of recovery and has been…

Challenging times @ Life Personal Trainers

Congratulations to all clients (& trainers!) who have attempted our January – February Fitness Challenge. The ‘challenge’ for these first two months of 2013 is a mixed aerobic and weights circuit where the aim has been to make your way…

New Australian Dietary Guidelines Released

The new Australian Dietary Guidelines were released on Monday 18th February, 2013. This is quite an extensive document that contains key general guidelines for optimal health as well as some sample meal plans. To view the guideline please go to; (www.eatforhealth.gov.au)…

Nicole Mitisigeorgis joins the Hutt St Team

Nicole Mitsigeorgis has joined our Hutt St team bringing 4 years of personal training experience in both a small studio environment and as a ‘franchised’ trainer in a larger health club. Nicole has worked with a broad range of clients…