Core Strength and why the coveted wash board Abs do not make for a strong core. Having a strong ‘core’ means that our spine is well supported. Without the use of our spine, we can’t walk. So it ranks right up there with brain and nervous system function in terms of importance.

This article was originally titled ‘Fat, the good the bad and the ugly’ which would have really easy to cover if I’d gone with the majority of information written on the subject, but instead I’ve decided to go back in time and find out how our diets have changed and what effect on our bodies it has had and let you decide what is good, bad and ugly for yourselves

One of the most difficult aspects of starting or keeping up fitness routine is motivation; mustering up the enthusiasm for going for a run alone, on a dark, cold, wet night is always difficult but here are some ways to keep motivated and make sure you do get fit.