Brussels sprouts, but not as you know them

Brussels sprouts, but not as you know them

Love them or hate them they are undeniably good for you. You may remember them from your childhood as being drowned in butter or boiled to mush, but we think it’s time to give the brussels sprout a second chance, after all they are: Very low GI – they are digested slowly providing longer lasting energy and don’t cause a spike in blood sugar levels. High in Vitamin K & […]

Tips for Hip Extension

Tips for Hip Extension

This is a great exercise for strengthening glutes, hamstrings and abdominal muscles. It is also a good exercise for managing lower back pain. To perform a basic supine hip extension: Lie on your back with your knees bent, feet flat on the floor. Raise hips so that your body forms a straight line from your shoulders to your knees Pause at the top then lower your hips back to the […]

Heart health – Cholesterol

Heart health – Cholesterol

Eating a healthy diet and regular exercise can help to lower the level of cholesterol in your blood. There is a direct relationship between chronically elevated cholesterol levels (hypercholesterolemia) and coronary heart disease. A reduction in total cholesterol is considered the gold standard in preventative cardiovascular medicine. So how is cholesterol affected by exercise and diet? Exericse Exercise has been shown to have a positive impact on the physical fitness of individuals with hypercholesterolemia, and […]

Fitness Trends for 2016

This year has seen the high-intensity military-style training lose popularity in favour of wearable/smart technology, bodyweight training and individually. Fitbit (the Charge HR is pictured to the right) was one of the biggest sellers at Rebel Sport last year, and with the launch of Apple watch and other fitness devices it is almost certain that we all have some type of wearable/smart technology tracking our every move. Some advantages include: Reaching your step […]