Fitness Pole Journey

Portobello Poachies with Nacho Dressing

Using Portobello mushrooms is a great substitute for bread.  This tasty little dish is not only indulgent but nutritious too.  A perfect lunch packed with protein to help aid recovery after a good session in the gym Prep: 10 mins Cook: 10 mins Serves: 1 portion Calories: Approx:400 Ingredients 2 Portobello Mushrooms 2 Medium Eggs Handful of Spinach For the Dressing 3tsp Almond Nut Butter 1/2 tsp…

Barbell Full Body Workout

Pushed for time, need a full body smashing workout.  Try this on for size! Using only one piece of equipment and hitting all those big muscle groups this is perfect to do at home( if you have the equipment) or at the gym. Rules: Use slightly lower weight then you normally would.  There’s lots of reps!!!! Reps 8 x each exercise 5 exercises = 1 Circuit Complete whole circuit then rest 1 min Repeat…

Sweet & Sour Chicken with Griddled Peppers & Quinoa

This recipe is low in fat, healthy and packed full of protein.  Served warm its perfect for a cold Autumn day.  Either have it as a lunch or as a light dinner, either way your belly will be extremely happy with this yummy meal.  So go on give it a try. Prep: 20 mins Cook: 25 mins Serves: 2 Calories: Approx. 350 per serving Ingredients 2 Chicken Breasts (without skin) 2 Bell Peppers (I used red…

Date & Walnut Flapjacks

These little squares of goodness are not only yummy but not too sinful either.  In this recipe I use bananas to bind the mixture instead of the calorific syrup.  Still yummy and perfect for a little afternoon snack.  Give then a try. Prep: 10 mins Cook: 45 mins Makes: 16 Calories: 150 each square Ingredients 250g Rolled Oats (I used gluten free) 100g Dates 100g Raisins 75g Walnuts 2 Ripe Bananas…

Goals – Set Them To Aid Your Journey

Ok so I’ve been off the radar recently and not been blogging.  But for good reason I assure you.  Life, its fair to say has been a little hectic, what with getting married, honeymooning, training to become a body pump instructor, rehearsing for my group performance in our charity pole showcase and studying for my level 3 personal trainer diploma.  All this along with supporting my family and…

Having a go at Pole dance Choreography

A few weeks back at my pole class we had a session on putting our own choreography together.  The idea being to get our creativeness in order and come up with a simple routine that would include a few static tricks and spins and a few filler moves. Not being great at putting routines together, always having a mental block on the moves I can actually do, I managed to come up with this and in the…

Slimming Down & Shaping Up – Weights Before Cardio

Ever on the look out for the best way I can to maximise my calorie burn and aid my weight loss goals, I like others, ask the question how should I start my workout? What is going to give me the best results possible and get me to where I want to be? Shredded!!!! Cardio first or Weights? To slim down and shape up research has shown that by beginning your workout with strength training and ending…

Apricot & Pistachio Chocolate Slices – GLUTEN FREE

Flying the gluten free flag these tasty little morsels will satisfy any sweet tooth.  Easy to make and no baking means you’ll be able to enjoy then in no time.  So go on treat your self. Prep: 10 Minutes Chill: Minimum 1 Hour Portions: 12 Calories: 120 each slice Ingredients 50g Gluten Free Puffed Rice 125g Free From Dark Chocolate 100g Dried Apricots 50g Pistachios Method Start by breaking up…

Booty Beautiful & Coretastic Workout

Working the Glutes and Abs together are an ideal pairing as you can superset them.  This means you can do 2 different exercises back to back.  The reason for this is your using completely two different muscle groups so while one is working the other is relaxing!!  Which means no fatigue Supersets are great to include in your exercise programme as you train hard but fast and your workout is…

Balsamic Red Onion, Parma Ham & Feta Tortilla Pizza

I love pizza but unfortunately the thick doughy bases do not agree with me.  So in my search for alternatives I stumbled across this little gem of an idea. TORTILLA’S! My base, wholegrain tortilla, with any normal or extravagant toppings of your choosing.  The pizza world is your oyster!  Get creative. Here’s my recipe for a tasty lunch or yummy light dinner. Prep: 10 mins Cook: 20 mins Serves: 2…