Ask the experts: Exercise nutrition
HFG nutritionist Claire Turnbull answers your questions.
Q: I exercise intensely every morning before...
Guide to sports drinks
Sports drinks were developed to help athletes doing high-intensity exercise stay hydrated.
There are...
The numbers you should know
Would you pass a human ‘warrant of fitness’? Knowing some key facts and...
Carbs, protein, fats: The new rules
Like all science, the study of nutrition is ever evolving. Senior nutritionist Rose...
Take control! How to boost your willpower
Willpower is something many of us battle with, but the latest findings show...
Best fitness devices
Tired of the same old workout? Exercise and nutrition scientist Kathleen Alleaume uncovers...
Five common food mistakes for exercisers
Are the foods you’re eating complementing your exercise efforts? HFG nutritionist Claire Turnbull...
What’s best: Exercising before or after eating?
Exercising demands fuel. The amount and type of fuel your body burns depends...
What’s new in exercise trends
While the skipping rope is a simple exercise tool, the latest fitness trends...
Weight training: Do you need protein shakes and bars?
Protein shakes and protein bars are a common sight amongst body builders. But...
Strength training
Here is a strength training programme that will complement your cardio activity.
Push-ups
Start on...
Fact or fiction: You can spot-reduce fat
Remember the 'hip and thigh diet'? And we've all seen the magazine articles:...
The 30-minute indoor workout that works
Don't let chilly spring weather keep you from exercising. This effective indoor workout...
Exercise for best results
Whether you want to lose weight, reduce stress, get active or boost energy...
Hydration for exercise
Water, sports drinks, 'energy' drinks and coffee - which is best for improving...
Exercise for weight loss: Getting started
Follow this exercise plan to increase your activity level.
If you haven't exercised in...
