Oct
21
2015
Our bodies need fuel when we exercise. The fuel our bodies use is glycogen, energy made from carbohydrates that provides us with that energy. Glycogen also helps us to maintain our water levels.
In order to increase their performance, many...
Oct
21
2015
Nutritionists claim that an average sized meal that is eaten around two hours before exercise provides the best results for your training in terms of energy.
Your meal should definitely contain a type of carbohydrate for energy, should be low...
Oct
15
2015
Protein is important for all martial artists and sports enthusiasts. Protein is present in all our cells and is vital in the building and repair of muscle, plus in the creation of bone, cartilage, blood and skin. Protein also...
Oct
15
2015
People hear the word ‘fat’ in relation to nutrition and generally run away screaming, but there is no need for this reaction. Many fats are good for us and our bodies need fat in order to absorb nutrients, as...
Jul
22
2015
Be fuelled for longer, rather than be flooded by a fast glut of energy
Carbohydrates, or carbs, come in two forms - simple and complex. The ones we need more of for the sake of our health are complex carbs....
Jul
22
2015
If you want to control your weight it is calories that count
We have all heard of ‘counting the calories’, but what does that actually mean? All energy, from food to battery power, is measured in calories. A calorie is...
Jul
22
2015
From couch potato to making the first step towards a health lifestyle
We all know that regular exercise is an important part of maintaining a healthy lifestyle, and that people that lead active lifestyles are at a reduced risk of...
Dec
05
2014
We are back to training in the New Year on Thursday 8 January 2015. See you then for some hard work to burn off all those mince pies! Happy New Year!
Nov
11
2014
The second Novice Sanshou Competition of this year will be held in Milton Keynes on the 9 November at the Shenley Leisure Centre.
Sep
28
2014
This year the National Sparring Championships will be held on 28 September at the Medway Park Sports Centre. Contact Darren for more details.