What you are about to read sounds like something out of a Hollywood disaster movie…okay, maybe a “mini-disaster” movie…

But, I was reminded about such a valuable lesson by none other than those closest to me…

Yesterday it was raining so hard that many areas of Cape Town were flooded:  Read more... (374 words, estimated 1:30 mins reading time)

Okay, before I answer the question proposed…I have to tell you that I have been sworn to secrecy not to reveal the true identities of the superheroes pictured in this blog?!

So, let’s get on with it:

Do superheroes need to exercise and eat well in order to stay in shape?  Read more... (238 words, 2 images, estimated 57 secs reading time)

This morning’s boot camp was the perfect demonstration of “unstoppable motivation”.

If you live in Cape Town, you awoke this morning to a torrential downpour. It was raining so hard I could hardly see as i was driving to boot camp at 05h40 this morning.  Read more... (177 words, estimated 42 secs reading time)

It’s saturday morning…

My wife, Angela has gone to work (she is a physio and works at one of the local hospitals). Dad is left to look after the kids (Katie, 2 years old and Liam, 5 years old).

But, Dad also wants to get in a workout…hmmm. Want to know what I did…??  Read more... (337 words, 4 images, estimated 1:21 mins reading time)

Here is our fitness boot camp workout of the week:

It is a great way to get a full body workout while mixing up your exercise and ensuring you have a bit of fun…

Get a normal pack of playing cards. Shuffle them and put them close by. Each suit of card represents a different exercise category within your workout:  Read more... (189 words, 6 images, estimated 45 secs reading time)

You can still eat amazing food when trying to lose body fat and build muscle.

And, if you are anything like me, you are just itching to sink your teeth into that burger and chips…

I received another great email from a colleague of mine, Craig Ballentyne, today.  Read more... (310 words, 1 image, estimated 1:14 mins reading time)

Having a plan is crucial…Sticking to it is even more important.

Check out these poor guys…

These guys were setting steel pillars in concrete to prevent vehicles from parking on the pavement. They are now cleaning up after a hard days work and a job “well done”. How long do you think it will be before they realise where their vehicle is parked…?  Read more... (149 words, 1 image, estimated 36 secs reading time)

More results, less time…that’s what I am always after…

And it just happens to be one of the many questions I get asked too:
“How do I get more results from my workouts…while spending less time working out?”

Great question. Simple answer: INTENSITY  Read more... (304 words, 1 image, estimated 1:13 mins reading time)

Yesterday, I worked at a Wellness Day at a very popular Hotel here in Cape Town. I had some great conversations with those attending. There was an interesting nutrition concern that I kept addressing…

Why should you “break the fast”? Or more specifically: “Why should you eat breakfast?”  Read more... (246 words, estimated 59 secs reading time)

I am often asked: “What is the best exercise?”

And my answer is always the same: “It depends…”

What I mean is that it depends on what your goals are. Now any exercise is better than no exercise and today I did my favourite exercise…  Read more... (272 words, estimated 1:05 mins reading time)