/ˈfərvəd/ Fitness

Often times, you'll come across posts on how you should fast and what you should do while fasting. So instead of repeating what has already been said, I'd like to share what you shouldn't do. I wouldn't say my don'ts are new, but they've not been emphasized enough. Hopefully, my post adds to their importance. #1 DON'T FEED 30-60 MINUTES BEFORE BEDTIME Whether you're on the 16:8 protocol or the warrior fast, do not feed too close to bedtime. Why? Because you'll have trouble sleeping. There are two reasons why you struggle to snooze: one, your heart is beating faster than usual. Most of us break fast with larger meals. And if your meal contains high amounts of carbohydrates, your insulin level will rise resulting in an increased heart rate. But what if you consume little carbs? A large meal naturally releases more hormones. These hormones bump your heart rate too, and possibly extend its tenure. Two, you're just too full. It goes withou

Fitness is a journey. It's something we choose to embark on. Nobody hops on this bandwagon by force - we all have a reason - and just like you, I started somewhere. But surprise, surprise, this journey has been dreadful... until last year. WHAT SPURRED ME TO GET INTO FITNESS? My mum said I was getting fat. No kidding. My mother was the first person in my family to embark on a fitness journey. She became a Pilates instructor in 2008, and has since been known as the fittest member of my family. So, when she says 'you're getting fat', you're getting fat. And in this case, tough love worked. DID I BUILD A PASSION OVERNIGHT, OR DID IT GROW ON ME? It grew on me. Prior to 2013, I loathed working out - I never thought it was fun and hated the thought of expending any energy. Then, I entered the workforce and my once somewhat-active lifestyle became sedentary. Naturally, this sparked physical expansion and I knew I had to do something. So, I started with - my mu

It's been a little over a month. This means... it's time. Now, I don't usually post my physique online. In fact, this is my first time going public . As I'm not 100% confident with my body, I have a fear of being judged. But because there're barely any before and after pictures on the internet - trust me, I've scoured the web for some motivation - I decided to bite the bullet and share. Who knows, maybe a random passerby would find the motivation they were looking for (though, I must say, the results aren't mind-blowing ). BEFORE & AFTER Before: 3 June, 2017 Weight: 59.3 kg Measurements - Chest: 34 inches, Waist: 28 inches, Hip: 38 inches After: 8 July, 2017 Weight: 58.5 kg Measurements - Chest: 34 inches, Waist: 27 inches, Hip: 38 inches Fat loss in 35 days: 600 gm OBSERVATION I didn't expect a dramatic change in just one month. It would be foolish to think I'd have a six-pack simply by doing the warrior fast. However

Throughout my fitness journey, I've asked a lot of questions. And when I get an answer, I'll go looking for more. Personally, I don't buy into things at the word of one individual. I like to know what other's think, appreciating explanations backed by science. By pooling answers, I'm able to make better decisions. This includes my choice to intermittent fast. When I first stumbled upon IF, I spent hours reading and listening to different sources in fitness and nutrition. After being certain I knew enough, I jumped on the bandwagon. And yet, even now, I'm still researching - still reading, listening, and learning. Because fitness, as we all know, is never static. With that said, I've come across a few common misconceptions among women I'd like to address (in regards to weight-training). These misconceptions are so common, it has left many misinformed. So without further ado, let's get to it. #1 HEAVIER WEIGHTS = BODYBUILDER PHYSIQUE "