FITNESS INSTAGRAM ACCOUNTS TO FOLLOW

There is nothing better than scrolling through your Instagram feed for a little motivation and it is definitely the social media I turn to for fitness inspiration.

I have rounded up my four favourite Instagram accounts with gorgeous gals and incredible healthy food.

@reneesomerfield is an Aussie model with an incredible body. She is a vegan and really passionate about animal rights and global issues which I really admire. I love seeing a beautiful girl being even more beautiful inside and she is certainly inspirational when it comes to leading a healthy cruelty free lifestyle. 

@ellie_gonsalves is a Brissy model currently living in LA so not only do I love her showing us some snaps from the city but she also shares her workouts and food. She is serious #bodygoals and an all round stunning girl. Ellie is also a vegan like Renee so that is another huge reason I follow her.

@alexisren is as cute as a button and great fitspo because she is incredibly fit. I love her natural beauty, fashion sense and constant adventure which she documents on her Instagram.

@niomismart is incredibly inspirational, having turned from fully fledged meat eating into vegan practically overnight. She is the most creative person I know with her meals and whips up the most delicious vegan versions of everything. The English beauty definitely gives me some food inspiration and I love following her travel adventures as well.

Those are four accounts I really enjoy on Instagram because they get me inspired about veganism, travel, life and fitness. I would highly recommend following them and I hope you enjoy their content as much as I do!

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3 EASY WAYS TO LOSE WEIGHT AND BE HEALTHIER

Losing weight and being healthy doesn't have to be hard and these three tips prove that! All it requires is a shift in your attitude and a little bit of thought into your daily actions. Follow these three steps and you will see a boost in your nutrition and will be on the way to a healthy lean lifestyle.

Start your day with a smoothie
Whether you normally skip breakfast or opt for sugary cereal. - start your day right with a cup full of fruit, veggies and nutrition. Not only will it give you so much energy that will last throughout the day but it means you most likely won't need coffee - goodbye caffeine dependence! I would definitely recommend my healthy breakfast protein smoothie, you can watch the recipe video below or click here.

Swap soft drink for water
If you normally have a can of Coke with your lunch, swap it for water. It doesn't have to be boring because you can infuse it with citrus or fruits. It is truly appalling how much sugar are in soft drinks and you really shouldn't be fueling your body with it. I have heard some incredible stories of dropping weight once quitting soft drink and I absolutely believe it.

Drink your daily dose of veggies
A cup of spirulina may be absolutely disgusting (believe me, I understand) it immediately boosts your body with a hit of nutrients, vitamins and minerals. If this is too much for you then simply replace iceberg lettuce with kale in your salads, it has a much higher nutritional value.

Yes that is how easy these three tips are! Things you can start incorporating into your routine starting tomorrow, or even today.

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BEGINNER TIPS FOR STARTING A HEALTHY LIFESTYLE

So you are new to this healthy lifestyle and ready to start making some improvements? 

Just don't get ahead of yourself because you have this way of living for the rest of your life - so ease yourself in slowly with these five tips.

Stretch
This is one I wish I would go back and tell myself because I spent many mornings hardly being able to move due to pain! Stretching before your work out seriously decreases the aches and pains the next morning because it warms up your muscles and gets them ready for activity.

Work at your own pace
This is especially important if you are participating in a group workout session or class in a gym. Making sure that you don't try and match the person next to you will ensure you see results without pushing yourself too far.

It's all about the little things
Whether you choose that salad instead of burger for lunch or getting off the bus early to walk the rest of the way. These little things will make the world of difference.

Don't be too hard on yourself
If you aren't seeing result right away don't be discouraged, remember that you might be trying to reverse the results of unhealthy living from years and years so it will definitely takes time. Be patient and stay persistent.

Celebrate your accomplishments
If you notice a flatter tummy or that you can run longer than before then celebrate those accomplishments! You don't have to wait until you reach your goal fitness level or weight.

I really hope that these tips have helped out some beginners out there or maybe you are just looking to be re inspired with some motivation.

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WORKOUT SHOES - WHAT TO LOOK FOR / WHERE TO BUY FROM

 

I was recently on the hunt for a new pair of training shoes because the New Balance ones I has previously weren't giving me the support I needed. After scrolling through endless Pinterest worthy sneakers, I decided to not go by colour and design like I normally would and try on as many pairs as I could to decide which ones actually FIT nicely.

 

What to look for in workout shoes

So here is what to look or in your new workout shoes and the questions you should be asking yourself;

- Do these give the arch of my foot enough support or do I feel a strain in my arch? If so, look for a shoe with more support.

- Are these too narrow and are pinching my foot? If so, the shape of the shoe is not for you and keep looking.

- Is there a bit of room left at the top or are my toes being squished in? If they are too tight, go up in size.

 

Where to buy workout shoes from

I finally came across my perfect pair (pictured above), and it was a bonus that they were super cute and would match any workout outfit that I put them with.

 

From my experience this time around I can say I have developed a few favourite brands for workout shoes. They are; Nike, New Balance and Adidas. So I guess the three big ones, but there is a reason they are so popular and that is the quality is fantastic. For a large selection of all three brands; check out a store such as Rebel Sports or Amart All Sports.

 

Trust me, they are definitely worth investing in because those $12 ones from Rubi Shoes are not going to cut it and you will regret it when you are mid exercise and start feeling the pain in your feet.

 

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WHAT YOUR FOOD CRAVINGS ACTUALLY MEAN!

In my latest book, 10 Tips To Tackle Temptation (click HERE to get your copy for only $4), I talk about how to beat cravings but have you ever wondered why you actually get cravings? The simple answer is because yes, you're body is wanting something but what you may not know is that your junk food cravings could really be your body confusing what you want with what you need. Keep reading to find out what your body is really craving so you can make smarter and better informed decisions next time a crazy craving hits.

If you're craving: Salty or Oily Foods
You're lacking: Chloride
Try eating: Goats Milk, Seaweed, Fish or Kale Chips




If you're craving: Carbonated Drinks
You're lacking: Calcium
Try eating: Broccoli, Kale, Cheese, Sesame, Lentils

If you're craving: Breads or Carbohydrates
You're lacking: Nitrogen
Try eating: High Protein Foods such as nuts and beans

 

If you're craving: Sugary Foods and Sweets
You're lacking: Sulfar, Chromium and Carbon Phosphorus
Try eating: Broccoli, Grapes, Cheese, Cranberries, Sweet Potato, Spinach, Dairy and Nuts.

 

If you're craving: Coffee
You're lacking: Iron, Phosphorus and Sulfar
Try eating: Dairy, Legumes, Black Cherries, Greens, Seaweed and Apple Cider Vinegar.

If you're craving: Alcohol

You're lacking: Protein, Avenin, Clacium, Gluatamine, Potassium
Try eating: Meat, Poultry, Seafood, Nuts, Potatoes, Bitter Greens and Cabbage

 

If you're craving: Smoking

You're lacking: Tyrosine and Silicon
Try eating: Nuts, Seeds and Vegetables

Thank you so much for reading!

I hope you found this helpful :)

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HOW I STAY MOTIVATED AND FIND TIME TO EXERCISE

I have been really getting back into exercising lately! I sort of fell off the fitness bandwagon when I started Uni as everything was so overwhelming and I was trying to figure out how to juggle homework, blogging, YouTube and socializing not even thinking about exercising! It's not that I dislike exercising either, I actually really enjoy the feeling after an intense workout, it was just about finding the time and staying motivated. So I thought, since I'm pretty sure that a lot of other girls probably deal with the same issues, I'm writing about my tips for finding time to exercise and staying motivated.

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