Archive for September 2009
What the labels mean…
17/09/2009 by admin.
Food labelling can be confusing. For instance there is sugar-free, low sugar and no added sugar. Here’s an explanation of each:
Sugar-free: the product must contain less than 0.2g of sugar per 100g or 100ml. Fizzy drinks is an example of a sugar-free product, they are sweetened with artificial sweeteners.
Low-sugar: these products must contain less than 5g of sugar per 100g or 100ml. Therefore you need to bear in mind the total amount you are consuming, eg if you are consuming 300g then you are also consuming 15g of sugar.
No added sugar: You might see this on museli packets or fruit juices. As it says, this means that no sugar has been added to the product. It is likely that the product contains ‘natural’ sugar though, eg fructose.
Tuesday’s Boot Camp
17/09/2009 by admin.
Tuesday is the last in the current block of boot camps and will be our penultimate Jerbourg evening session until next year.
As usual, we will be starting at 6.00 pm.
Saturday’s Boot Camp
16/09/2009 by admin.
Although there will be no boot camp on Saturday, there is a group of keen participants that will be meeting for a training session at Fort Houmet at 10 am.
Now that’s dedication!!!
I will be back for our Tuesday Jerbourg session at 6 pm.
Busy Sunday
14/09/2009 by admin.
Yesterday was a busy and eventful day. It started off at 5 am when I was up to prepare for a time trial. After that I was at St Pierre Park until 10 pm for a Commonwealth Games Team Building Day. The guest speaker was Steve Smith. Steve holds the British high jump record at a staggering 2 m 37, get a tape measure out….it’s incredibly high. At 17 years old, that record still stands today.
Interestingly Steve was told he was too short to be a high jumper, however, given his list of achievements, you’d have to argue otherwise:-
- Olympic Bronze 1996
- European Championships Silver 1994
- Commonwealth Games Silver 1994
- World Championship Bronze 1993
Tuesday’s Boot Camp
14/09/2009 by admin.
We will be meeting at Jerbourg tomorrow at 6 pm. We only have a few more Tuesday evenings at Jerbourg so make the most of it as I know how much you enjoy the steps!!
Fluid Retention? Reduce your salt intake
11/09/2009 by admin.
If you consume a lot of salty or processed foods or add salt to your food, then you might be adding to fluid retention problems. This is because the body retains fluid in order to dilute sodium.
If you only go to the toilet 2 or 3 times per day and are drinking sufficient quantities then you might be consuming too much salt. Reduce your intake by cutting back on processed foods, hard cheeses, salted nuts, crisps, packet soups and go easy on the table salt.
Saturday’s Boot Camp
08/09/2009 by admin.
Saturday’s boot camp will be held at Lihou Island headland at 10 am. Remember some drink and to dress for the weather.
Times for Jerbourg Steps
08/09/2009 by admin.
Here are the times for tonight’s step run for those that did the all the steps. Biggest improvement is from Mariana, she is getting quicker each time!
Actual Time
G B-O 0:02:36
PI 0:03:36
ME 0:03:43
NW 0:03:55
BC 0:04:00
Eating and socialising
08/09/2009 by admin.
It is definitely more difficult to control your diet when you are at a party. The usual party food are the likes of crisps, pastry foods and crackers. The problem with this type of food is that it leaves you hungry and craving more. Be prepared, before you go to the party have a snack such as a piece of spelt or rye bread and some cottage cheese so that you aren’t hungry by the time you get to the party. Still enjoy some party food but if you keep the hunger at bay you are less likely to over indulge.
Try it, what have you got to lose except weight?
Fishy Benefits
05/09/2009 by admin.
Here are top of the top fishes which should be frequenting your shopping trolley:-
Haddock - As well as being an oily fish, haddock supplies us with iodine which helps to make thyroxin which helps with our metabolism. The hormones produced as a result of consuming this fish help with development, repair and growth.
Sardines - Not only are sardines the healthiest type of fish, as they contain the least amount of mercury of any fish, they are a powerful brain food. Let’s face it, most of us would be happy with a little more brain power….wouldn’t we? Not only that but sardines help to maintain a healthy heart through their supply of good fats. They may not look the most appetising but they are packed with goodness.
Salmon - contains those vital omega 3 oils which help to lubricate the joints and keeps our skin well hydrated and looking young. Not only that but salmon provides protein which has many benefits, including plays a part in the production of collagen, required by joints and the skin to give is suppleness.
