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Fundraiser 2012!! Men’s Health!!

Nathan — Mon, 21 May 2012 04:41:17 +0000

Fit Stuff 2012 Fundraiser!!

Men’s health week is about men’s wellness. Health is a product of the way we interact with the world around us. We are using this event as a fantastic way of promoting the cause of men’s health in our area.

We will be heavily promoting men’s health between 11th June and 17th june, using this as a lead up to our annual fundraiser to be held in October this year. Please stay tuned for more up and coming [...]

Fit Stuff Kids Round 3 Starting Soon!!

Nathan — Mon, 21 May 2012 03:46:49 +0000

Time is flying, just two Fit Stuff Kids Camps to go and we are finishing the second Round for this year. What a great round we have had with all the new equipment, so many new excited kids and a video which will be published soon after we finishing all the photo and video work.

Thank you so much for your fantastic hard work and smiles.

Our 3rd block of Fit Stuff Kids for the year will start on the 23rd of [...]

Ginger & Cinnamon Tea Recipe!!

Nathan — Mon, 21 May 2012 03:37:41 +0000

Ginger & Cinnamon Tea!!

Ingredients (serves 4)

1 4cm piece fresh ginger, peeled, sliced

2 2 cinnamon sticks

3 2 tablespoons honey

Method

Place ginger, cinnamon and 4 cups cold water in a saucepan over high heat. Cover. Bring to the boil. Reduce heat to low. Simmer, uncovered, for 5 minutes for flavours to develop. Strain mixture into a heatproof jug. Add honey. Stir to combine. Set aside for 10 minutes or until slightly cooled. Serve.

Renay’s Health & Nutrition Tip For May!!

Nathan — Mon, 21 May 2012 03:26:37 +0000

Ginger has long been used in food for its wonderful medicinal properties. Below are just a few of the reasons you should include Ginger in your diet this winter.

Cold and flu prevention and treatment: Ginger has long been recognised for it’s antibacterial and antimicrobial properties. Don’t believe me? Check out Journal of Microbiology and Antimicrobials Vol. 3(1), pp. 18-22, January 2011.

Reduces pain and inflammation: Ginger has anti-inflammatory properties and is a powerful natural painkiller. Great for those suffering joint pain [...]

Rolf’s Winter Training Tips!!

Nathan — Thu, 17 May 2012 06:14:01 +0000

Before you curl up on the couch, consider that exercising in the cold burns more calories. Isn’t it worth sacrificing warmth for a little fat-burning? Here are some fitness tips to make your winter workouts work for you. Layer wisely- Wear fewer, thinner layers of clothing you can peel off, rather than one single, heavy layer; cool down gradually after your workout by taking off a layer at a time. Start conservatively- Until you’ve mastered cold-weather fitness, start your workout at half [...]

House of Supplements!!

Nathan — Tue, 08 May 2012 04:50:35 +0000

Welcome to the House of Supplements, a Brisbane based discount bodybuilding and general health supplement supplier. We ship absolutely anywhere in Australia for a flat shipping rate of $9.95, or absolutely free on any order over $150! To our loyal and local customers in Brisbane, we provide free same day delivery on all orders above $150. Brisbane customers also have the option to pick up their orders. Here at the House of Supplements we stock and supply only trialed and proven products, which we [...]

Corinne

Periam — Wed, 02 May 2012 00:25:42 +0000

Hi, my name is Corinne. I’m a mother of four and at my heaviest weight I was 99kg and 8 months pregnant with my last baby. Never in my life did I think I would become so overweight, but I was, and I knew I couldn’t stay like that. I haven’t always been overweight so to see those numbers on the scale was a real shock!

I’d been through a lot over the 7 last years and being depressed was one [...]

Bring Along Anyone Next Month & Save!!

Nathan — Mon, 23 Apr 2012 04:44:24 +0000

For the month of May we are having a bring a friend, family member or work colleague month!! Let’s share with others you know what you love doing, what keeps you so healthy, positive and energetic. Save yourself $$ on your next Fit Stuff Round sign up, by having someone join Fit Stuff as a member. Conditions are that we must be informed of anyone you will be bringing so that we are aware of their attendance, please email nathan@fitstuff.com.au

Wholemeal Crepes With Passionfruit & Mint Yoghurt Recipe!!

Nathan — Mon, 16 Apr 2012 05:05:04 +0000

Ingredients Serves – 4

Light and fluffy wholemeal crepes with rich passionfruit and mint yogurt filling – a perfect post cadio meal! Ensure you use a good quality yogurt high in active cultures (probiotics).

3/4 cup wholemeal plain flour (use buckwheat for gluten free) 2 teaspoons caster sugar 3 eggs (1 yolk), lightly beaten 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 1 cup low fat milk Canola oil spray 1 cup good quality vanilla yoghurt 1 tablespoon shredded fresh mint leaves 1/4 cup passionfruit pulp from 2 passionfruit 1/4 cup pistachio kernels, toasted, chopped Method Sift flour into [...]

Probiotics & Weight Loss!!

Nathan — Mon, 16 Apr 2012 04:52:16 +0000

We have all seen the adds on TV about good and bad gut bacteria and how it can effect our gut health. Most people think the only time your need probiotics is after a course of antibiotics or a bing on alcohol and bad food. But did you know, probiotics can also help you to lose weight?

Several studies have shown that people with a body fat percentage over 26 have increased amounts of lipopolysaccharides (LPS) which contribute to inflammation and [...]