Nutrition

One of the many benefits of home cooking is being able to add spices in quantities that suit you! So why not learn a little bit about the benefits of the spices you add to your food? We have added a recipe at the end of this blog including all of the spices explained within this blog so you can begin to learn how to start using (and getting the benefits of) these spices straight away!

For centuries we have been consuming carbohydrates (carbs) and to this day they still hold a dear place in our hearts and on our plates; and rightly so as they are in almost everything we consume in our diets, they taste great and they are a preferred energy source for the human body. However, in recent times we have discovered and are still uncovering the hard-hitting truth that our daily bread can become a daily problem on our waistlines. So, what could be a solution? 

Yes, you guessed it… ‘Carb Absorption Blockers’! Sounds too good to be true, right? 

It almost goes without saying that it’s important to ensure you’re meeting all of your nutritional needs on a daily basis but sometimes this is easier said than done. There can often be confusion around what exactly this entails so Myo-Band have decided to collate all this information in one place.

With the uncertainty that Coronavirus has created, some people are choosing to spend more time at home. This means people are also choosing to cut down their time at the gym and instead working out in the comfort of their living room. 

BREAKFAST: Smoothie – 150g mixed berries, 100mls fresh unsweetened juice – orangeOvernight oats – 200ml almond milk, 120g spinach, 75g oats, blend togetherProtein pancakes – 1 banana, 30g protein powder, 1 egg, 25g oats – blend together LUNCH: Veg soup – All veggies in the pan, bring to boil, simmer for 1 hour, stirring occasionally, add black pepper to your taste.Goats cheese, spinach, red pepper – Add veg to pan, beat eggs and season, put into a pan – medium heat,scatter goats cheese, then pop under grill 1-2 mins, serve hot or cold, with salad. DINNER: Meatballs – 200g lean minced beef, 1/2 medium red onion...

It was after a holiday to Norway when Christopher sat down and looked at some pictures that he realised he had let himself go and didn’t look healthy anymore. Always being a bigger kid at school and after a few accidents as an adult, he stopped exercising and put on even more weight. Working as a train driver, with fast food outlets all around the office. At 5ft10 and that weight was not something he had ever desired to be in. Christopher decided to take the problem by the horn, he switched to a gym closer to work so it...

We discuss how to turn body fat in to tips, by our resident expert in all matters protein.  

Protein is your greatest muscle-building tool, so you want to make sure you handle it right. One popular way to top off your protein intake is through a drink, either a shake or juice. But what’s the difference and how do you use it for best results? Today, we here at MYOBAND weigh in on the juice vs shake debate, covering both options. Research has shown that protein supplements significantly improve muscle size and strength in healthy adults who perform resistance exercise training. Protein Shakes, such as Myo-Band’s Hulk, is designed to help gain weight and develop lean muscles without excess fat or bulk. The recommended daily...

Working out makes us feel better, especially if you’re well on the way to hitting your goals or are already achieving them (way to go if you are!) Whether you’ve just lifted your heaviest set yet, completed your longest circuit or have run your fastest lap, your body’s going to be feeling it – from the second you stop, to the minutes and hours that follow afterwards. While most people tend to make sure they fuel their bodies with a protein snack or juice before they work out, not as many pay as much attention to what they give their bodies post-workout (perhaps it’s because of pure exhaustion or elation...

Mental health is a hot topic. While suicide is on the decrease, approximately 1 in 4 people suffer from a mental health problem each year. Here’s Chris’ view on mental health and how he manages depression.

Football fans – the wait is finally over. This month (August) marks the start of the 2019/20 Premier League season, which we’re sure is guaranteed to bring drama once again.