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Simple ways to increase the amount of protein in your diet

Feb 6
2 min

Simple ways to increase the amount of protein in your diet

Often people think you need to have protein shakes or eat a high carnivorous diet to get sufficient amounts of protein but this is not...

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5 minute daily rituals I do to help me stay grounded and de-stress!

farzanahooda

Jan 13
2 min

5 minute daily rituals I do to help me stay grounded and de-stress!

How often do you set aside time to intentionally de-stress? What I’ve realised as a mother of 4, Personal Trainer, Coach, homemaker,...

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farzanahooda

Jun 15, 2022
3 min

Brain food 🧠

Exam Stress? Kids studying for their exams? Or perhaps like me, you just want to ensure you and your family's minds are working at their...

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farzanahooda

Mar 28, 2022
5 min

Why is protein important in your diet?

Are you getting enough protein in your diet? While you may watch your calories, sugar and salt intake, you should also make sure you are...

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farzanahooda

Jan 22, 2022
3 min

Is PMS Sabotaging your diet?

Do you find yourself on a roll with your diet, feeling so good and then the dreaded PMS hits! Food cravings are insane, the hot water...

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farzanahooda

Dec 28, 2021
3 min

Getting results at home

As we find ourselves in another period of uncertainty with Covid cases souring, I understand that heading to the gym isn’t something...

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Balancing Hormones and blood sugars the natural way

farzanahooda

Nov 8, 2021
3 min

Balancing Hormones and blood sugars the natural way

Want less tummy fat/ better moods/sleep/reduced PMS/ less brain fog and generally feeling better about yourself? If the answer is YES,...

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farzanahooda

Oct 3, 2021
2 min

How to avoid the winter weight gain!

Hearty rich foods, crumbles, creamy sauces, pies and hot pots… do you crave more of these foods in the winter? Is this winter appetite...

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farzanahooda

Sep 17, 2021
2 min

The underestimated benefits of NEAT

I talk about this A LOT with my coaching clients. NEAT is just a fancy word for the amount of energy you spend moving around being active...

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farzanahooda

Sep 12, 2021
2 min

How to cut your cooking time in half!

Time is one of the biggest hurdles when it comes to cooking at home and eating healthier! Healthy food has a bad rep for being long and...

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Why drinking coffee first thing in the morning is a bad idea!

farzanahooda

Jul 25, 2021
1 min

Why drinking coffee first thing in the morning is a bad idea!

Are you a morning coffee drinker? I have to admit, I LOVE a morning coffee but have adapted to waiting a little while & in this post I...

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Weightlifting and pelvic floor health- something every woman should know

farzanahooda

Jul 9, 2021
2 min

Weightlifting and pelvic floor health- something every woman should know

A woman’s pelvic floor is made up of muscles, ligaments, connective tissues, and nerves that support the uterus, bladder, and rectum. The...

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6 common diet mistakes when trying to lose weight!

farzanahooda

Jun 20, 2021
2 min

6 common diet mistakes when trying to lose weight!

Did you start the year with a whole list of positive intentions or a mission to lose weight in 2021. It all started so well right…but how...

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Finding peace amongst the internal chaos

farzanahooda

Jun 19, 2021
3 min

Finding peace amongst the internal chaos

Here’s my story...Yesterday I literally felt like my brain was going to explode! Appointments, dates, work, school, house, activities,...

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farzanahooda

Jun 13, 2021
1 min

Hormone imbalances

Did you know that Imbalances to your hormones can be triggered by unhealthy food? The more sugar you consume the more insulin, oestrogen...

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Can you lose fat and gain muscle at the same time?

farzanahooda

May 21, 2021
3 min

Can you lose fat and gain muscle at the same time?

There is a difference between losing weight and losing FAT. Losing FAT may be great for some wanting to lead a healthier lifestyle but...

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How to maintain energy levels and muscle mass in the month of Ramadhan

farzanahooda

Apr 11, 2021
3 min

How to maintain energy levels and muscle mass in the month of Ramadhan

Whilst fasting in the month of Ramadhan, the food consumption window is small and so nourishing your body with high quality, nutrient...

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3 Fat loss rules every woman should know

farzanahooda

Apr 5, 2021
1 min

3 Fat loss rules every woman should know

I’m all for women loving the body they’re in but some women do want to lose weight and that’s OK! Sorry if this isn't trendy for saying...

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farzanahooda

Mar 5, 2021
1 min

Gut Health

Do you ever get HANGRY? The term for being hungry and angry 😊 If you know you know right?😊 Do you ever make decisions based on your...

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farzanahooda

Feb 10, 2021
3 min

Does stress make you fat?

I’ve always found that during stressful periods of my life, my stomach is the first place to feel bloated! 😔 So is there a link? Medical...

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farzanahooda

Jan 27, 2021
2 min

Menstruation and migrations

Do you suffer from migraines during menstruation or just before your period? If so, you are not alone. Menstrual migraines occur due to...

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farzanahooda

Jan 22, 2021
2 min

Breathing exercises for better sleep

Do you sleep like a baby or toss and turn all night? 🛏️ Fronted adverbials, being stuck on the Titanic and being eaten by a dragon are...

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farzanahooda

Jan 2, 2021
2 min

Finding balance in 2021

Life can get really crazy sometimes and in a world where we are now forced more than ever to be online and spending more time on tech,...

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farzanahooda

Dec 31, 2020
5 min

Training around your menstrual cycle

Bloat, weight gain, raging hormones causing mood swings and stomach pain are just some of the symptoms associated with the ‘time of the...

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farzanahooda

Dec 3, 2020
2 min

Small steps = Big change.

Is every day a struggle between an endless to-do list and a limited amount of time? Do you ever look at your running shoes gathering dust...

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Are the scales sabotaging your efforts to lose weight?

farzanahooda

Dec 1, 2020
2 min

Are the scales sabotaging your efforts to lose weight?

How many of us do it? We step on the scales every…single…morning…wishing those lbs away! Removing every item of clothing….the number...

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The importance of Magnesium for women’s health

farzanahooda

Dec 1, 2020
1 min

The importance of Magnesium for women’s health

Are you lying awake at night not able to sleep, experiencing leg cramps at night, suffering from terrible headaches or perhaps raging...

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farzanahooda

Dec 1, 2020
2 min

Gym Hygiene!

We all know the health and wellbeing benefits of a hard session at the gym, but at the same time, a gym full of sweaty bodies and sweaty...

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Can I eat bananas when trying to lose weight?

farzanahooda

Nov 29, 2020
1 min

Can I eat bananas when trying to lose weight?

“But aren’t they really fattening?” This is a question I’ve been asked many times and so I thought I would advise on the amazing benefits...

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farzanahooda

Nov 25, 2020
1 min

Are you getting your Vitamin D fix?

Vitamin D is essential for the human body and helps regulate the amount of calcium and phosphate in the body, which is needed to keep...

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farzanahooda

Nov 25, 2020
2 min

Immunity and health

Vitamin C is a powerful antioxidant that’s readily available in LOTS of fruits and veggies (not just oranges). We need vitamins and...

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farzanahooda

Nov 25, 2020
1 min

My top 3 stress busting tips!

Have you been falling into bad habits? Stress eating? Worrying about the future makes us move away from the PRESENT and puts more stress...

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Exercise or sleep? Which one should I prioritise?

farzanahooda

Nov 25, 2020
1 min

Exercise or sleep? Which one should I prioritise?

You really shouldn’t put yourself in that position, because you absolutely need both. But sleep is soooooo important! Have you ever...

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How to increase your metabolism the easy way.

farzanahooda

Nov 25, 2020
2 min

How to increase your metabolism the easy way.

Here’s me doing my gazillionth load of washing and running around the house! But no this is not a post about me doing the housework, but...

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farzanahooda

Nov 25, 2020
2 min

Lets talk about muscle!

I often hear women telling me ‘I just want to tone up’. What is being ‘toned’? In this context, muscle tone refers to having a sufficient...

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farzanahooda

Nov 25, 2020
1 min

How do I get a flat stomach?

This is the most commonly asked question by friends and clients and unfortunately you cannot target weight loss or spot reduce from a...

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Feeling blue? Check out some top mood boosting foods

farzanahooda

Nov 25, 2020
2 min

Feeling blue? Check out some top mood boosting foods

Do you sometimes indulge in too many sugary, sweet snacks when feeling stressed, upset and tired? Feeling blue or a bit blah?! Your diet...

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7 reasons you're not seeing results from your workouts!

farzanahooda

Nov 25, 2020
2 min

7 reasons you're not seeing results from your workouts!

Have you been working out for a while and not seeing any change? Pounding the streets in the morning and then another workout in the...

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The importance of strength training for women

farzanahooda

Nov 25, 2020
1 min

The importance of strength training for women

Did you know... women can lose up to 20% of bone density during the 5-7years following menopause. If you lose bone quickly, you have a...

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farzanahooda

Nov 25, 2020
2 min

Portion sizes

Easy peasy steps in gauging the perfect portion size Wow, I didn’t realise how big and weird my hand looked until I took this photo!...

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Do you sleep like a baby? Or toss and turn all night?

farzanahooda

Nov 25, 2020
1 min

Do you sleep like a baby? Or toss and turn all night?

Since I had my first born, my sleep has never been the same and it can affect your whole life! From your mood, to your workouts, energy...

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Why am I gaining weight when exercising?

farzanahooda

Nov 25, 2020
2 min

Why am I gaining weight when exercising?

I’m putting on weight and I’m exercising like mad? Are you pounding the streets and doing every HIIT workout going but not achieving the...

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