Training and health tips during Ramadhan
Some things that have helped me that I hope help you 1.LISTEN TO YOUR BODY- Just because others might be smashing their Ramadhan workouts...
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farzanahooda
- Feb 6, 2023
- 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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farzanahooda
- Jan 13, 2023
- 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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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