Reducing body weight is a common goal for many individuals, but the journey to sustainable weight loss can often feel overwhelming and challenging. In this blog post, we’ll explore effective strategies to help you shed those extra kilos and maintain a healthy weight in the long run. By focusing on a balanced approach that incorporates … Read more
Mindful Choices at Social Events At Schembri PT, we believe in the power of mindful eating. In social settings, it’s easy to get distracted by the variety of food options available. We’ll guide you on how to make mindful choices that align with your health objectives, ensuring you can enjoy social events without the guilt. … Read more
The Essential Role of Carbohydrates in Your Fitness Journey Carbohydrates have had their fair share of bad press, often being labeled as the enemy of weight loss and fitness. However, this is a massive oversimplification. Carbs are, in fact, your body’s primary source of energy. They fuel your brain, kidneys, heart muscles, and central nervous … Read more
Embarking on a fitness journey requires more than just dedication to your workouts; it involves a holistic approach to nutrition that fuels your body, supports recovery, and aligns with your health objectives. Here’s a strategic guide to the top nutritional considerations that will help you optimize your health and fitness regimen. Caloric Intake: The Energy … Read more
Visceral body fat can negatively impact your health for several reasons: Inflammation: Visceral fat is infamous for its role in systemic inflammation. It secretes inflammatory cytokines like tumour necrosis factor-alpha (TNF-alpha) and interleukin-6 (IL-6). TNF-alpha is a crucial component of systemic inflammation and can stimulate an acute phase reaction, while IL-6, in the context of … Read more
Prioritising the quality of workouts over frequency has several advantages, which can lead to better results in terms of fitness, performance, and overall health. Here are some reasons why focusing on workout quality is more important than simply increasing training frequency:
The Benefits: A Closer Look Ice baths have become increasingly popular among athletes and fitness enthusiasts alike. But what are they, and are they really beneficial? Let’s take a closer look at the benefits of ice baths. What are Ice Baths? Also known as cold water immersion, involve submerging your body in cold water for … Read more
Compound exercises are the most underutilised advantageous method of increasing all round strength and performance. Machines are great and have their place in complimenting any training routine but are far too often relied upon, more so due to the fact that people aren’t confident in the correct execution of a compound exercise or just not … Read more