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Healthy Homemade Hummus

Stress-Free Homemade Healthy Hummus

Delicious and stress-free healthy hummus recipes. These easy recipes are great go-to for lunches, snacks, dinner parties or just to have in the fridge when hunger strikes.

Beetroot Hummus


Beetroot Hummus

  • 1can of chickpeas
  • 4 beetroots – cooked and peeled
  • 2 cloves of garlic
  • a squeeze of lemon
  • olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon of 0% Fage yoghurt
  • cumin
  • salt and pepper

Put all in a pot and blend. Season to taste


 Caramelised Red Onion hummus

Homemade Hummus

  • 1 can chickpeas
  • 2 cloves of garlic
  • a squeeze of lemon
  • olive oil
  • 1 red onion
  • Paprika, salt and pepper
  • Tahini
  • Water

Caramelise the onions in balsamic vinegar and olive oil.

Leave to reduce and simmer down. Blend all other ingredients together – season to taste.

Place in fridge to cool and when onions have cooled – add onions and leave to cool again.


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Review: Press London Juice Cleanse

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Every now and again life can come a little unbalanced.

Late nights, too much coffee, client lunches and general burning the candle at both ends can often leave your body like it needs a reboot.

Following the Christmas Festivities, I was starting to feel a little unbalanced and therefore decided to try a juice cleanse to feel more alkalised.

I decided to do Press London 3 day Juice Cleanse and diary the ups and downs for y’all so you know what to expect before you begin!

Continue reading my detox diary…


Before you start:

  1. Read the booklet about the Juice Cleanse
  2. Come off coffee and other stimulants
  3. Eat lightly – try to have no big heavy meals
  4. Plan your week to avoid dinners out
  5. Plan your work week to avoid breakfast/ lunch meetings
  6. Practise yoga – no heavy exertion

Press London Juice Cleanse


Day One

The juices arrived in a cooler box ready to go! I would recommend getting the delivery when you’re at home or somewhere you can immediately store the juices to keep them fresh.

Clearly labelled with the order that you need to take the juices – it could not be easier to start!

There is a guide sent to you to get you prepared prior to the cleanse – I would highly recommend sticking to this as it really does help you set up ahead of the cleanse.

Pros

  • Enough juices that you do not feel hungry
  • Lots of flavour variation and incredible flavours to enjoy
  • Beautifully packaged and the colours are incredible

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Cons

  • You need to forget about meal times which can be hard especially if you work in an office where there is lots of food around. Try and keep yourself distracted and go for a walk when you know there may be temptation
  • You feel cold – it’s an odd sensation but I felt really chilly
  • ATTENTION: Read the booklet prior to starting day one. Otherwise, the coffee withdrawal catches you out!

Day Two

Day two began and it felt calmer knowing what to expect. You know what the juices taste like and you can start to plan when best to have the different juices and mylks to suit your day.

Pros

  • You will start to feel less bloated
  • Leaves more time to focus on other things
  • A natural sense of feeling lighter
  • You feel sleepier in the evenings

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Cons

  • Caffeine – this part really sucks – the caffeine withdrawal is bad and this is why I cannot stress enough to wean yourself off prior to the cleanse
  • Saying no to friends and events
  • No gymming

Day Three

By day three you will be really in the swing of things. Your stomach would have shrunk and the benefits of no bloating will be noticeable to you.

There is a sense of pride as well knowing you have stuck to the challenge.

This is the day I would say it would be wise to look at the post cleanse instructions which give you advice on how to re-introduce foods back into your diet to help maintain your new alkalised state.

Pros

  • No hunger pangs – your body really gets used to it quickly
  • There is a sense of achievement which makes you feel great about sticking to something

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Cons

  • None by day three – you really do feel like you’re winning!

Top Tricks

Also discovering incredible ways to ‘juice’ up the cleanse…

Top tricks:

  • if you have a Nespresso milk frother or hand held gizmo… set it on the cold milk and froth up your nut mylks! Oh my game change
  • Add ice to the juices
  • Add some accessories… a little cocktail umbrella… why not!
  • If you can get to a sauna and steam – do it! Help cleanse yourself from the inside out – you will be positively glowing

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Reflection

Also, there will be people who want to sabotage you… the people who make comments…

‘Oh you’re not eating’

‘Oh go on it’s only vodka’

‘Life is for living’

And all that jazz

Just remember you’re doing this for you. To reset. To re-alkalise. To re energise. Quite frankly what you do has nothing to do with anybody so keep calm and stay positive.


Juice Cleanse

This part is almost as important that sticking to it

Go veggie to start: light soups, salads and keep it easy. Your tummy has been hibernating to don’t scare it back into action

  • this is your time to start with new lifestyle changes – so maybe lay off sugars, alcohol, creams and fried food
  • Enjoy that post cleanse glow
  • Treat yourself / you’ve earnt it

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Mid-Morning Snacks for the Office

It’s 11 o’clock and your stomach starts to grumble…what do you do?

Here is a list of healthy snacks which are my go-to to keeping hunger at bay and stress levels on point.


1. Water

Sometimes our minds do not know if our bodies are hungry or thirsty… before reaching for a snack – have a pint of water to quench your thirst. Easy Snacks for the Office!

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2. Fruit

The super snack – fruit – tasty, easy to transport and satiate the smallest of grumbles. Easy Snacks for the Office!

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3. Nuts

Don’t reach for crisps! Nuts are packed with good fats and protein, nuts are a sustainable alternative to crisps and other junk.

Always choose raw varieties and keep an eye on quantity because of their high-fat content. Easy Snacks for the Office!

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4. Muesli, Natural Yoghurt and Berries

This combo is a great alternative to cereal bars which are often packed with sugar.

Berries provide a shot of antioxidants and are powerhouses of vitamins. I use Spoon Cereals to make my life more stress-free but you can also make your own muesli from oats, nuts, dried fruit and seeds which you can bake in large quantities so you always have to hand. Easy Snacks for the Office!


5. A Cup of Soup

When water is blended with food it stays in the stomach longer and keeps you feeling full.

To make your own soften a mix of veg in a little oil, add water, simmer until tender and blend.

I recommend asparagus soup! Easy Snacks for the Office!

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Take the stress out of snacking with these little tips.

For more healthy snacks click here: Nourish

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Spring Detox: Teami Teatox Diaries

Spring is here. It’s time to shake off that Winter baggage and get ready for the Summer months.


Spring is the perfect time to detox.

Dreaming of bikinis and beaches from my full time job – it’s become ever more clear that the tights and baggy jumpers which were acceptable in winter will now be replaced with skirts and short sleeves. Time to get Summer ready.

Over the Winter months we tend to pick heavier and richer foods to keep us nourished. The dark nights and cold weather keep us in doors and less active than we naturally are in the summer months.

This combination of heavy foods and less activity can often lead you to feel a little bit sluggish and bloated. Bloating is one of the worst afflictions you can have as it makes you feel unwell, rubbish and generally unattractive. Anything that can get rid of that feeling is a winner in my eyes.



In order to get the ball rolling I have taken on the 30 day teami detox!

I’m going to share with you my reviews and opinions throughout the detox. (Use my discount code: CYNTRA10)

Teami 30 day detox comes with two parts: The Teami Skinny and Teami Colon… (hate the names but give some clarity)

The Skinny Tea is a tea which you blend with hot water in a cute shaker you can buy from their site or in a tea infuser.

Its made up of a blend of Oolong, Yerba Mate, Lime leaf Extract, Lotus leaf, Ginger Root, Dandelion leaf, Rhubarb Root. I thought it may taste a little bit earthy when the bag arrived… something you may find the hippiest of folk drinking… however it has now taken the place of my morning espresso. (don’t worry I haven’t gone made I still have my morning hit of coffee around 10am)

The tea tastes good and you can sweeten it with honey or lemon but I haven’t felt the need to do this yet. Throughout the day you can top it up with hot water to re-use the leaves.

I have found it has reduced cravings and also is great after a meal mid afternoon to keep me relaxed. I am not sure if it is mind over matter but I don’t feel the need to snack in the afternoons since having this tea.

This is just the beginning of me using it – I will keep you updated through my detox.


The Colon Tea – what a pretty name. This tea is taken every other day of the detox. I am now going to put in a disclaimer. Careful with this one.

TeaMi describe the tea as “TeaMi Colon Cleanse Tea is used to purify the body from the inside out, cleansing the organs while simultaneously clearing the digestive tract of any toxins caused primarily by pollution, harsh chemicals and processed foods.” yes this means you will be taking a trip to the bathroom.

I endured terrible stomach cramps the first two times I tried this. I contacted Teami and they have assured me this is natural and this is my colon ridding itself of all the toxins. They said it should stop happening as I continue through the cleanse. I will let you know.

Bonus: Bloating has significantly diminished. It was great waking up and feeling fresh and ready to go.


 

banner23Tea Detox have been making headlines in the bloggers world for a while now. I think that they can work as long as they are used as part of a healthy workout plan.

1 Food – number 1 priority

2 Wellbeing – meditation, teas, relaxation

3 Exercise – keeping it all long and lean

Teami have come up with great recipes to support you while on your detox: Healthy Eating Plan

Incorporate this with a great HIIT Workout (click link)

And you will feel the best you can be by the time the Sunshine fully comes out!

Try your Teami Detox with a discount using this: CYNTRA10


Have you tried a teatox before? 

What did you think?

Would you recommend?

 

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Top Tips to Slim for New Years Eve

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Hands up who is still feeling full!

Christmas Day has finished and now we are looking forward to the next big event of 2015…

NEW YEARS EVE 2015

Some of you may be heading back to work this week, but getting stressed about NYE should not be on your to do list… I’ve created a list of my top tips to get the ball rolling ready for the big night!

Right first things first:

#1 Have a breakfast to tackle the hangover

The best way to deal with over indulgence is to get some Asparagus in your diet.
Research to be published in the Journal of Food Science, Korean researchers found that extracts taken from the leaves and shoots of asparagus boosted levels of key enzymes that break down alcohol after heavy drinking!
So I recommend Poached Egg and Asparagus for Boxing Day!

 

#2 Get those 10,000 steps in

Wake up, chuck on those sweats (and if you’re still feeling festive your Christmas Jumper) and go out for a walk! Nothing too excessive you do not want to punish yourself. Grab your dog, mum, partner or headphones and just get the blood running and the calories burning. I cannot explain enough how important it is to do your 10,000 steps a day. Keeping slim was never so easy if you just keep moving.

While you are at work – make sure you head out in those lunch breaks this week. Walk to work. Walk around the office. Just keep moving. Sitting down is a sure fire way to keep the Christmas bulge longer than usual!

#3 Cheat with a waist trainer

You can buy one of these off amazon and create the perfect silhouette for your little black dress. Wearing this on a day to day basis also helps your posture and helps curve your body in and out in all the right places.

Wear it under your snuggly wear while catching up with family or if you are in the office… under your workwear. Completely invisible to anyone but you… this is a must for getting ready for NYE

#4 Clean up your diet

You have approximately 6 days to nail this. If you need a little help get James Duigan book which contains a 14 day guide to a flat stomach. This should be able to guide you in the right direction in order to give you a head start into 2016

Sneak some left over turkey for some lean protein. It features a lot in this book and will save you pounds while losing pounds.

#5 Get some sexy high heels

Heels elevate you up, slim down your legs, make your butt perky and all over give you a slender and confident look. Black strap look heels are my favourite things to hit A/W15. Edgy, cool and stylish these are the perfect addition to your wardrobe for NYE!

On my radar are:

New Look:

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Louboutin:

Women Shoes - Apron Lili Veau Velours - Christian Louboutin

Kurt Geiger:

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#6 Pre-order a box fitness goodies!

Want to find new healthy snacks, supplements, fitness trends to get fit for 2016 – head over to Fittyldn.com!  They’ve created a monthly box that let’s you discover the hottest fitness foods and workout products! Expect all kinds of brands, from the big boys that grace the health shop shelves down to the small start-ups you haven’t heard of!

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There is one for every need…from Cleanse box to Women’s Health box and an Everyday to cover all your needs.

So those are my top tips! I hope you enjoy them. I am now off to get my 10,000 steps – while keeping on my stretchy leggings to keep my post Christmas day tummy at bay!

Bring it on 2016! I am ready for you!

 

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Exercises to Slim for Office Christmas Party!

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Christmas party season is well and truly in the throws! Drinks here, meals there and the after party.

So what is the trick to get ready for that little black dress?

Here are my tricks to slim down for the slinky black dress.

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80/20

It is all about nutrition to beat the bloat. Cut out white carbs, sugar, alcohol (unless at the party), reduce salt and UP THOSE VEGGIES.

The above can lead to that little bulge that pops out in the lower stomach… the dreaded bloat. By upping your veggies and reducing the list above you can wiggle straight into your dress and feel as confident as ever

8 minute abs

This video is my go to! You get results in days and you can really feel it working. 8 minutes before your morning shower is nothing! So get crunching

Eat more protein

Protein fills you up and doesn’t make you bloat. Make sure you don’t go hungry: load up with eggs in the morning, salad and protein at lunch and in the evening keep on track with lots of veggies and more protein.

Eating Out

Tis the season to be jolly after all. When eating out with friends make wise choices. You can’t really go wrong with asian especially Japanese. Stay away from sugar loaded cocktails and stick to champagne and prosecco.

If you do drink a little too much…don’t succumb to the late night munch – drink a pint of water and get yourself to bed

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HIIT

If you really want to look super strong, trim and lean – get those hiit sessions in. 3 times a week will really make the difference.

The Body Coach is my favourite. He is such an inspiration and really nice guy – so get in the know!

Sleep

Sleep, sleep and sleep as much as possible. When you’re properly rested you make better decisions. It also helps with recovery for muscle building and keeping your stress levels down.

If in doubt – go and have a nap

Wishing you all the fun in this festive period

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Girl Boss Breakfast on the Run: Raw Gorilla

Calligraphy FontsA day in the life of a 9-5’ver…Alarm goes. In the Shower. Get Changed. Run to tube. Prep for meeting. Meeting till 2pm.

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Does this sound like your morning routine?

Do you read about the latest article telling you how the key to slimming is having a good breakfast? That breakfast is the most important meal of the day? You see all the beautiful pictures of fellow Londoners sitting down and instgramming their beautiful creations…Yet in your reality breakfast is that distant meal that your mother used to prepare for you when you were a child or something you schedule at the weekend with the girls?

The articles are not wrong

Breakfast is the most important meal of the day. Kick starting your day right gives you the energy to get up and achieve great things. It feeds your muscles and your brain meaning that you are alert and energized not tired and hangry. Those who eat breakfast generally eat better throughout the day as they do not suffer from onset cravings.

Are you thinking “I don’t have time for breakfast”

That’s completely legit. I barely have dried hair by the time I am running out the door! Usually forgetting my headphones or shouting to my boyfriend to remember to take his lunch!

The kitchen at work isn’t quite equipped for me to make avo-toast with poached egg… So I am at the point where its seek or starve… until I discovered Raw Gorilla. Raw Gorilla was born in Stoke Newington, London in 2014. The creators were crazy about breakfast and raw food in general, their creator..“Fraser wanted to add a twist to regular sugary and wheaty cereals such as coco pops and rice crispies and sugary snacks and turn them into raw nutritional powerhouses.” 

Yes yes and yes!

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Raw Gorilla key focal points are: Raw, Gluten free, Vegan, Paleo, No refined anything, No additives or preservatives or colours, hand made feel, organic, no grains just wholesome delicious products blended with amazing superfoods like raw cacao, lucuma & maca.

 Ingredients are 100% raw/ alive, full of sprouted wholesomeness, no gluten, no dairy no nasties at all!

Perfectly packaged for me to slip into my bag on a Monday and keep in the cupboard at work. This natural breakfast is a great for anyone on the run but wants to stay healthy, slim and vibrant at work.

No-one wants to be suffering with low energy, with the temptation of the sugary snacks people bring into meetings, while trying to concentrate on targets and strategy.

To be a BOSS you need to fuel.

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Skinny Rebel Workout | Train Dirty London

London’s Toughest Workout?

Set in the Gym at the Conrad London St. James Hotel lies a workout that is not for the faint hearted.

I was invited by Dean (Director) to try out “Skinny Rebel Workout”. I strolled in with my gym kit ready without a thought that this could push me further than I have been pushed before in a workout.

Skinny Rebel Workout is Train Dirty’s signature high intensity, full body workout while wearing an altitude mask.

Wearing an altitude mask!?!
Yes you read that correctly… By wearing an altitude mask, the skinny rebel workout exposes the body to reduced oxygen levels.
With less oxygen available in the air and less oxygen therefore circulating in your blood, the body makeso captive changes as to how it uses oxygen as well as its available energy stores.
The main benefits are an increase in lung capacity, energy production, anaerobic threshold, mental focus as well as re-training the way you breathe during high intensity workouts.

This is extreme!

I began my workout with high hopes for my fitness level. That and I also thought I looked awesome in this gang style mask which was a cross between predator and some inner city motorbike organised crime gang!

Jokes aside…within minutes I was seeing the colour of my face change, by heart beat was racing, my head was light and “glowing” doesn’t quite describe the level of perspiration.

However, in true stubborn nature, I continued the workout. You are told at any point you are able to remove the mask but I wanted to see if I could do this… with or without Oxygen.

45 minutes and approximately 1000 calories down

I reached the end of my workout. There were times during it when I thought I could not continue. Everything was being challenged from my brain, co-ordination, muscles and breathing – it really engaged my whole body in way no other exercise I had tried before. The Personal Trainer encouraged me at every second pushing me when I needed the encouragement and providing the very needed countdowns to take me to the end of each circuit. At times I wanted it to end – but the positive vibes and the boosts motivated me to push through to the final 45 minutes.

Ending with sprints on the bike – the burn set in.

My body had been pushed, my fitness level questioned and my endorphins rushing! I had never experienced this kind of push before. I was exhilarated and exhausted both at the same time.

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So lets find out a bit more about the origins of Skinny Rebel Workout

Skinny Rebel Workout…. Where did the name come from?

We want women to rebel against being skinny and focus on being becoming strong and fit. So we decided Skinny Rebel.

How long have you been based in London?
We have been based in London around 5 years.

How long are the workouts?
45 Minutes!

What are you likely to expect from a session?
Full body, high intensity functional movements. Basically all the exercisers we avoid doing in the gym.

How many calories are you likely to burn?

Between 900/1000

Does SRW separate the Fit from the Skinny?
Absolutely our aim is to convert women from being skinny into being fit. We also want to make fit women even fitter and stronger by doing the SRW.

So there you have it. A workout that will smash through calories, while making you strong, lean, toned and fit! For 45 minutes you blitz through a 1000 calories and push your body harder. These sessions cost £40 for a single session or you can buy a 6 week training schedule that will help you reach your ultimate goal. For more information and prices check out their website Skinny Rebel Workout

Get in touch with the team and see if you have what it takes to be a skinny rebel

Please let me know if you try and what you thought!

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Clean Eating Salads Continued: Tomato and Mozzarella Salad

Here is the continued article from yesterdays Clean Eating Salads…

The Summer is finally here… well kind of… but the sun is trying its hardest!

BBQ season and Salad season is prominent and finding those wonderful and tasty dishes to brighten up your lunch box when you are sat in class and your office!

Me making vegetables

(that’s me 😀 )

I have put together a collection of the salads I throw together when I have friends or family to visit. They are tasty, clean, delicious and even better the next day! This means you have lots to dip into to pair with your protein choices.

BBQ Spread

I have separated each dish to show ingredients, ease and whether you can transport it around…

So lets begin!

Tomato and Mozzarella Salad

Tomato Mozzarella Salad from Above

  • Ease: Easy
  • Transport: Tupperware
  • Goes with: Protein or Veggies…anything really
  • Storage: Fridge 2-4 days

Ingredients:

  • Italian Mozzarella (1-2 balls)
  • Basil
  • Olive Oil
  • Baby Plum tomatoes
  • Orange tomatoes
  • Yellow Tomatoes
  • Maldon Salt

Method:

Slice all the tomatoes into halves or quarters and sprinkle some salt flakes on

Slice the mozzarella into small sizeable chunks

Chop the basil into small bits

Bung them all together and mix up. Drizzle with olive oil and then refrigerate. You want to leave the ingredients long enough to infuse with all the flavours and allow the salt to bring them out.

Once ready – serve!

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Clean Eating Salads for BBQ and Lunch Box – Quinoa and Pomegranate Salad

The Summer is finally here… well kind of… but the sun is trying its hardest!

BBQ season and Salad season is prominent and finding those wonderful and tasty dishes to brighten up your lunch box when you are sat in class and your office!

Me making vegetables

(that’s me 😀 )

 

I have put together a collection of the salads I throw together when I have friends or family to visit. They are tasty, clean, delicious and even better the next day! This means you have lots to dip into to pair with your protein choices.

BBQ Spread

I have separated each dish to show ingredients, ease and whether you can transport it around…

So lets begin!

Quinoa, Pomegranate and Feta Salad

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  • Ease: Medium
  • Transport: Tupperware
  • Goes with: Protein or Veggies
  • Storage: Fridge 2-4 days

Ingredients:

  • Quinoa (a bag)
  • Garlic (2-3 pieces)
  • Olive oil (glug)
  • Feta (half a packet)
  • Spinach (two hand fulls)
  • Pomegranate (a small pot or one whole pomegranate)
  • Red Onion (1 small onion)
  • Basil to garnish

Method:

Wash the quinoa thoroughly – this is very important as it is covered in saponins and some people are allergic to these and it changes the flavour – when rinsed a light foam will come off it. Once rinsed place in hot water with about a 1:3 Quinoa to Water ratio. At this point for extra flavour you can add a stock cube to the mix.

While the quinoa is cooking… chop the red onion into small squares, the garlic into small chunks and feta into sizeable pieces. When the quinoa is cooked – add the garlic and half of the red onion and a glug of olive oil. The heat from the quinoa should absorb the flavour of the garlic while slightly cooking it. Add half of the feta and stir through in a figure of 8. Again, this should allow the quinoa to take in the flavour and slightly melt the cheese.

Set aside to cool down. Once cool – fluff with a fork. Then add spinach, rest of feta and sprinkle with pomegranate. I usually set aside a little feta and pomegranate for the topping. Add a little black pepper and a swirl of olive oil – garnish with some basil – eh voila! Done and ready to go. Gluten- Free, Beautiful and Down Right Delicious.

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Today’s Workout: What body type are you?

We’ve all been there – you know that friend…the one who eats all the cake, never exercises yet manages to rock a bikini every summer while tucking into a burger…

Well my friends – that is an ectomorph…

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An ecto-what you may be saying? Well recently I have been doing a lot of work on body type. This is different to body shape. Body Type is your natural build, it is how your body reacts to food and exercise and it determines how at your ultimate shape what you will look like.

Body type is very important. It helps you to understand where you can take your body too. For example: I am a class A Mesomorph – which means no matter how much I diet and exercise – waif body shape is not on my radar likewise being a curvacious babe is also off the cards.

There are three types of body shape: Ectomorph, Mesomorph and Endomorph – to find out what you are click the link below and take the test.

http://www.bodybuilding.com/fun/becker3.htm

So here is a run down of each:

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Ectomorph

The natural skinny belinni

Ectomorphs generally look long limbed, carry little body fat, and appear quite angular, with narrow chest/waist/hips. Ectomorphs do not store fat easily, and tend to lose weight quickly.  Ectomorphs struggle to build significant muscle bulk even with a heavy weights program.  This means that curvy is not on the cards. Learn to love your slender look and embrace your body type. Naturally good at long distance and ballet – accept and enjoy

Mesomorph

This is my territory

Mesomorphs generally look stockier, have shorter looking limbs, wide shoulders with narrower hips and waist that give them a v-shape.  Mesomorphs tend to look toned/muscular even if they don’t lift weights. We will never be waifs or curvy. Strong and sexy is our motto but be careful with weights as we grow muscles very easily. Stick to yoga and pilates to strengthen and lengthen that muscle mass. Don’t aim for skinny as you will become ill – enjoy the strength you naturally have

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Endomorph

The curvy kardashians…

Endomorphs generally have a softer frame – not the angular or muscular look of the ectomorph and mesomorphs – with wide shoulders and wide hips.  Endomorphs generally store body fat easily.  This is not to say you are bigger than you should be – just naturally a softer and curvier build – think beyonce. You are the ones who rock the bodycon! If you are an endomorph – cardio and weight training is your game. If you need to lose weight do the cardio before the weights to reduce the “bulking” look.

All of us are different and we should embrace our body type. Love the skin you’re in and find the right exercise to suit you. Have a goal and ambition but be realistic with your goals. You may be a combo of types listed above but you will always have a predominant one.

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Today’s Workout – 3 month progress

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This is my 3 month progress pic.

I have been doing:

Monday: Yoga

Tuesday: Circuits and Body Conditioning

Wednesday: Rest

Thursday: Power Pump and Advanced Pilates

Friday: Rest

Saturday: HITT

Sunday: Personal Training

Getting a routine has really helped achieve these results. Before I was so sporadic and wasn’t keeping it simple and consistent

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Todays Clean Eat – Asian Quinoa Salad x

Asian quinoa salad

 

This little treat you can make in advance and it will last you for about a week! yummy nutritious and full of colour

 

INGREDIENTS

1/2 cup quinoa
1/4 cup shredded red cabbage
1/4 cup grated carrots
1/4 cup corn kernels
1 green onion, thinly sliced
1 avocado, halved, seeded, peeled and diced
1/4 cup chow mein noodles, for serving

FOR THE SESAME VINAIGRETTE:
1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons STAR Natural Rice Vinegar
1 clove garlic, pressed
1 tablespoon sesame oil
1 tablespoon sugar
1 teaspoon soy sauce
1 teaspoon grated ginger

INSTRUCTIONS
To make the vinaigrette, whisk together rice wine vinegar, garlic, sesame oil, sugar, ginger and soy sauce in a small bowl; set aside.
In a medium saucepan, cook quinoa according to package instructions.
In a large bowl, combine quinoa, red cabbage, carrots, corn, green onion and avocado. Stir in sesame vinaigrette.
Serve immediately, topped with chow mein noodles, if desired.