Hi All,

New Year is just hours away!

Hope you all have a Happy and Healthy 2012!

TOM

The race for life is an annual event held in parks all over the UK, it is a race for women to raise awareness and cash for Cancer research. The event is unique in the way that it brings women together from a range of backgrounds and experiences with the common aim to fight cancer. Most of the runners run in memory of at least one friend or relative who has suffered from cancer.

This is fast becoming the largest running event for women in the UK, the event is great to be involved in as it is a no ego, low competition race. That just sees most people coming out for a good day and to help raise money for a good cause.

If you have not got a place sign up quick as places often run out fast!

FREE Race for Life Training Plan

What do you get in your Race for Life Training Plan?

• Pre event guide
• A Race for Life Training Plan
• Training Log
• Motivational E-mails
• Hints and Tips

All you need to do is fill in the form below and click the link in the first e-mail to get your FREE Race for Life 2012 Training Plan.

To enter and support this great event all you need to do is visit the Race for Life Website.

This is a great, fun, but challenging event. Why not join in and help raise some much needed cash for a very good cause!

TOM

Hi All,

Just surfing as i do, and found this awesomevideo of a group in San Diego training with a sled.

I WANT ONE!!!!

What do we all thnk, clients, readers, do you think we could get some use out of it?

TOM

Hi All,

It is already December, and it will be New Year before we all know it.  Well us here at Foresight Personal Training are getting geared up to help a wave of new clients in the new year rush to improve health, wellbeing and fitness.  We have helped so many clients in 2010 and we are looking forward to working with many more in 2011.

The key aspect that clients come to us for is motivation and accountability.  They are looking for someone or a group of people who can drive them to their wellbeing goals.  We do this in a very simple way.

We will:-

• Educate you (on the basics of nutrition and exercise)
• Lead you towards your goals in small manageable steps that add up to a massive RESULT
• Support you
• Motivate you

All we need off you is your goal and the desire to achieve it!

If you would like to know how you can make 2011 your year of health and wellbeing do get in contact and arrange a FREE no obligation taster session with one of our personal trainers in your area.  So call now on 0161 610 0354, or fill in the form below.

TOM

Are you planning the biggest day of your life?

Do you want to look your very best on your wedding day?

Well you have come to the right place, Foresight Personal Training are specialists in Bridal Fitness and helping brides to look stunning on thier wedding day.  We have been helping brides get to the peak of fitness for over ten years.

We follow a 12 week program that is GUARENTEED to get you in shape, lose some excess weight, and tone up.  But above all it will make you feel great, fit, healthy, and full of energy.  Helping you to get the very best start in married life.

So how do we do this, well it is no magic cure, when working with brides we need you to dedicate 100% to the challenge, and follow our simple advice. We will do the rest, we will motivate, support but most of all challenge you in a fun but productive environment!

We follow the Foresight Training System that has helped 1000′s of people reach thier goals.  This system is hugely effective and we are so confident it will help get you into tip top shape we GUARENTEE it!

So why not sign up for a FREE tsater sessions with one of our Bridal Fitness Experts Today!

Just fill in the form below for a call back or call us on 0161 610 0354 for more information.

Hi All,

As some of you may be aware, especially some of my personal traoning clients, I have become very interetsed in the work of Reed Davies (sparked by Sean, ofcourse).  Reed has developed a system called Functional DIagnostic Nutrition, a course that i am litterally gagging to do!

I thought I would outline some of the key points of how Functional Diagnostic Nutriton works, what it can do for you and the many health benefits it can offer.

FDN does not however deal with, treating illnesses, treating symptoms and diagnosing diseases.

FDN is all about establishing health from the foundation, normalising bodily systems and strengthening the four pillars of health. This is all done by a practitioner who is experianced in looking at the hormonal, immune, digestive and detoxification systems of the body.  The unique factor about the functional diagnostic nutrition approach is that it uses a great deal of detective work to get to the root causes of a condition.  This is done through the taking of an extensive client history and also the use of laboratory testing.  This is a key element to allow the FDN practitioner to find the underlying causes of a variety of diseases.

FDN can help with a number of conditions but some of the key ones are detailsed below:-

• Weight And Fat Distribution
• Mucosal Surface Integrity (1^st Line Immune Defence)
• Insulin Levels
• Thyroid Function
• Ovarian Hormone Levels
• Memory and Learning
• Neuronal Connectivity
• Quality Of Sleep
• Mood
• Muscle Integrity
• Protein Turnover
• Bone Turnover
• Connective Tissue Turnover
• Cell Energetics
• Glucose Homeostasis
• Inflammatory Status
• Immune Regulation
• Heavy Metal Endo Chelation
• Mixed Function Oxidase Modulation

Part of the FDN system is to look at the bodies stress hormones and how the body reponds andreacts to those, these hormones play a crutial role in some of the conditions listed above.  Overuse can also lead to Adrenal Fatigue SYndrome.  Look out for a blog post on this over the comming weeks!

Functional Diagnostic Nutrition is an amazing system and can help a wide variety of people, to find out more have a look at the site or our interview with founder Reed Davies.

Foresight Persona Training Will be offering a range of FDN services across Manchester, Sockport and Cheshire in the next 12 months so if you would like to go on our already established waiting list please fill in the form below.

TOM

Hi All,

I get asked this question so much by my personal training clients that I thought it might be a useful post to put out to you lot in cyber space.

People are generally getting round to the fact that a no fat diet is not a healthy one, you need some fats in your diet.  But many people are unsure of what constitutes a good fat?  That is where we can help to gove you some guidance.  We are going to look purly at cooking ils in this post and try and identify which oils are good for various cooking situations.

Olive Oil

Olive oil is a very popular oil  and is easiy available in the average superarket. It’s a great source of essential fatty acids, and is a source of monounsaturated fat, making it a great choice for maintaining a healthy heart.
A higher intake of olive oil in your diet will also help to increase the level of antioxidants present in your system, helping to fight free radicals that can cause disease.

Best use: Olive oil has a low smoking (burning) point, so it’s best used in dishes that aren’t cooked, like salad dressing or drizzled over vegetables after they’ve been cooked.

Coconut Oil
Although coconut oil contains a high percentage of saturated fat, these fats are in the form of medium chain triglycerides, which are handled by the body differently than regular saturated fats. Your body will use them immediately for energy and they won’t pose the same health threat as typical saturated fats do.

Best use: Good for frying due to its high smoking point or eaten cold because of the unique flavor it offers.

Fish Oil
Fish oil is a relatively healthy oil because it contains the omega-3 fatty acid precursors EPA and DHA, which work to reduce inflammation throughout the body.

Best use: Fish oil isn’t extracted and sold for cooking the way other oils on this list are; most people take fish oil supplements in capsule form, but you can also get fish oil when you eat fattier varieties of fish such as salmon or mackerel.

Hemp Oil
This particular oil is an extremely good source of essential fatty acids and has a 3:1 ratio of omega-6 to omega-3 essential fatty acids, which is what the body needs for optimal functioning. This oil also helps with the treatment of eczema and is commonly found in facial products.

Best use: This oil is not good for frying, making it best consumed cold or in supplemental form.

Grape Seed Oil
Grape seed oil is a good source of essential fatty acids, with approximately 69% of the fat coming from omega-6 fats and 15% from omega-8 fatty acids. It does contain small amounts of saturated fat, but the benefits from this oil far outweigh the disadvantages. Grape seeds contain polyphenols (which are also found in red wine), which are a form of antioxidant.

Best use: Grape seed oil has among the highest smoking point of any cooking oil, so it’s great for preparing stir-fries and sautés.

Sunflower and Safflower Oil
Sunflower and safflower oils are a combination of monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fat and contain omega-6 fatty acids. Sunflower oil is also a rich source of vitamin E, so anyone looking to boost their intake will benefit from using this oil.

Best use: These oils have a lighter taste and are great for making stir-fries or salad dressings.

Bad fats

The following oils supply your body with less healthy sources of fat, including saturated and trans fatty acids. Make an effort to reduce or eliminate these oils from your diet whenever possible.

Palm Oil
Primarily used for creating many of the processed foods on the market, palm oil is a reddish color due to its beta-carotene content. It is quite high in saturated fat so it’s best avoided.

Best use: Look for palm oil that maintains its reddish color, since that means it’s less processed and healthier to use (but still not ideal). Use it in the same way as any other cooking oil.

Partially Hydrogenated Canola Oil
Any time you see the words “partially hydrogenated canola oil” on an ingredient’s panel, avoid eating that food or product if you can. While canola oil is a good source of healthy fats, when it goes through the process of hydrogenation, it transforms into trans fats, which increase your risk of coronary heart disease. Partially hydrogenated vegetable oil is commonly found in commercially prepared snack foods as well as fast foods, fried foods and baked goods.

Best Use: None — these should be always avoided.

Cottonseed Oil
While cotton seed oil is made up of 50% omega-6 fatty acids, it contains virtually no omega-3 fatty acids, so the imbalance between these could lead to health problems if not carefully balanced with other sources of fats rich in omega-3. Furthermore, cottonseed oil also contains 24% saturated fat and is very frequently partially or fully hydrogenated, which is extremely bad for your health.

Best use: If you are going to consume cottonseed oil, you are best off using pure cottonseed oil to make a salad dressing.

Hope that has proved useful,

TOM

Fitness Venues has been established for a number of years, over this time the site has grown massively and has incorporated loads of features.  This site really has become a one stop shop for fitness news and information.

Listings – The site has a comprehensive listing of a number off wellbeing services such as personal training, beauty salons, gyms, physiotherapists, etc… The listings are very in depth, with a wide choice of compaines in a wide variety of geographical locations.  The listings are very detailed giving you a wide range of information on the individual companies in a very clear and easy to use manner.

Forum – This is the best UK fitness forum that I have seen, it covers a wide range of topics.  Having a good ratio of industry professional and general exercisers regularly posting.  The great thing about the forum is that it has member’s who are both people seeking to improve thier health and also personal trainers, sports therapists and other wellbeing professionals.  This means that if you have a question it is one of the best places to post it and get some great information.

Look me up on the forum under the username Tom@foresight

News – The site also helps to keep you upto date with all the latest news on new products services and changes within the fitness and wellbeing industry.

Reviews – One of the best aspects of the webste is the vast range of independent reviews on various chains, and independent gyms across the contry.  This is a very useful resource for anyone who is looking to join a gym and would like to know the pro’s and con’s of various gyms in their area.

Articles – Fitness Venues has a great database of articles, written by fitness professionals and industry experts.  The range of articoes is very impressive covering a wide variety of topics, incuding exercise, nutrition, and overall wellbeing.

Fitness Venues has become a one stop shop for all your fitness needs, well worth a look for anyone who is interested in health, fitness and wellbeing in general.  I highly recommend that you have a good look at the site and also add it to your bookmarks list!

TOM

Hi All,

As some of you know I have gone a little TRX crazy over the past few weeks, well it is an awesome bit of kit!

Just came across this video from Todd Durkin of Fitness Quest 10, in San Diego. It has some great little exercises you can do anywhere with your TRX! So if you have one get it out and try some, if not why don’t you?

TOM

Hi All,

Here is the final video in Sean Croxtons summer workout series!  Well worth a watch, man you have been working hard over the summer Sean!

The video is packed full of great ideas for your next workout, and using the TRX!  Look out for a TRX review in the nest few weeks.

TOM