Posts Tagged ‘Nutrition’

Tue 19 July 2011

Keep hunger at bay with smart snacking pre and post workout

Post in General, Health, Nutrition


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Don’t be afraid to snack, just be smart about it.  Healthy snacks can satisfy your diet cravings and fill the hunger gaps to avoid over-eating at meals. 

However, it is important to have the right snacks at the right time. The food you eat before a workout should be different to what you eat afterwards.

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Tue 07 December 2010

Exhausted? Maybe you’re not getting enough sun

Post in General, Nutrition


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During these months of shorter days and less daylight, it’s easy to feel sunshine withdrawal as we hibernate in our houses or spend more time inside getting ready for the holidays. However, less sun can result in Vitamin D deficiencies which can make you feel more tired, and have other detrimental effects on your health if you’re not careful.

Jiwok’s Nutritionist Frederic Guerri explains how important Vitamin D is to our body, especially for running:

“Most people are unaware of how vital Vitamin D is to your well-being. It is one of the only vitamins that holds the properties of being a vitamin as well as a hormone. To have success with your Jiwok training program, it is essential to be aware of the important vitamins required to help you perform at your best.

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Fri 26 November 2010

Give thanks and shape up before Christmas

Post in General, Nutrition

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Didn’t make it to the Turkey Trot this year? Feel as stuffed as the turkey you’ve just eaten?

It’s very easy to just let your fitness and healthy diet slide in these dark, cold months, especially when there are so many social gatherings with so much yummy food around.

Never fear, Jiwok is here! We can help you recover from November’s holiday indulgences before tucking into December’s festivities.

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