Diet soda – will you gain or lose weight?

Is diet soda a healthy alternative? Sugar has taken a real pounding in the health media of late. More and more studies and articles are emphasising the danger that sugar poses to our health. The answer for many? Pop open a can of diet soda! Surely it can’t be that bad if it says ‘diet’…

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Low carb diet – fad or fabulous?

Like many diets, the low carb diet is controversial. It seems there will never be a consensus on this one. Before you make up your mind, make sure that you know all the facts. The low carb diet seems to attract lots of misinformation. Let’s separate fact from fiction… The real truth about the low…

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Tabata – the fitness craze explained

If you follow this blog then you’ll know that at Tighten Up we’re proponents of High Intensity Interval Training (HIIT). Now, Tabata is a type of HIIT that we also use with our clients. Why? The results are nothing less than fabulous! What exactly is Tabata? Tabata is nothing new. It was developed in the…

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HIIT burns fat whilst building muscle and stamina

High Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) is not just a fad Sure, HIIT has become a very popular training method. But this is not one of those ‘here today, gone tomorrow’ fitness whims. HIIT workouts have proven to be very successful. As a personal trainer in St Kilda I’ve seen great results when incorporating this into…

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Will exhaling more accelerate fat loss?

Yes, you read that correctly. You can actually breathe out and lose fat! But first, let’s look at some fat loss myths: Many of us have been duped into believing all sorts of falsehoods when it comes to fat loss. So what are some of these myths? Fat is converted into energy or heat. This contradicts…

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Why you're not losing weight (it's not what you think!)

If you’re wondering why you’re not losing weight, you’re not alone. Many people feel that they’re leading a healthy lifestyle, and yet they can’t seem to shed those last stubborn kilos. It’s an extremely frustrating experience. However, there are several reasons that could indicate why you’re not losing weight like you should. Here’s why you’re…

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Sleep and weight loss – burn calories while resting

The undeniable link between sleep and weight loss. The less sleep you get, the higher your BMI will be. Why? The answer lies in hormones. When you get insufficient sleep, your body will produce more ghrelin and less leptin. Leptin regulates your energy levels and suppresses your appetite. It is a naturally occurring hormone that…

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Weight Loss for Women: the Best in St Kilda

Astounding Weight Loss for Women in St Kilda Do you want a flat tummy?   Are you desperate to lose weight? Keen to tone up your body? Desperate to fit into your favourite clothes? Desire a svelte bikini body? Wish you could feel fantastic naked? Want to feel proud of your reflection in the mirror? Interested in…

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Group Training St Kilda That WORKS

Tighten Up’s Group Training St Kilda Proves Strong is Sexy If you are looking for the best St Kilda group training then you need look no further than Tighten Up’s Butts N Gutts program. The program consists of eight weeks jam packed with group training sessions in St Kilda that will get you the results…

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The Most Effective Weight Loss Program in St Kilda

weight loss program in St Kilda

The Weight Loss Program in St Kilda that Gets Result Tighten Up offers an effective weight loss program for St Kilda clients. If you want to get rid of cellulite and those unwanted lumps and bumps, then Tighten Up is the answer you’ve been looking for.   Our unique approach to personal training includes an…

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