Look Fit And Fab

Keeping a perspective is important and how you stagger your week can make a huge difference. Details in this weeks episode

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Badger and Tara have never had so many questions on this topic. Get in touch with us by emailing from the blog or at www.tarahammett.com

Tara has this weeks advice on why it could be that if you're exercise is getting too easy this could be a bad thing plus, The question we all want the answer to be 'Yes' to 'Can I save up calories through the week to use on a cheat day'?

After having a baby it's important to get a little 'Me time'. Tara has the training tips you need if you're looking to get fit, the one exercise that's most important is the pelvic floor exercise. Also Carl is asking what kind of exercise he can do as he's suffered a lot of pain with his knees.

Social media dictates that anyone who's into fitness is winning in a big way. Unfortunately the art of generating clicks and likes on social means that you may find yourself comparing you to just about everyone else. 'The only person you can compare yourself to is you' says Tara. Plus are confusing 'Core' with belly fat? Details in the Podcast. Don't forget to like and share the love (of our podcast)

Are you willing to give up food for 2 days a week to lose weight? It can work, There are some things to consider. Tara will highlight how this can work but should you do it? Also we look at the shortage in gym equipment.

Tara has a basic plan to help us. We've been spending more time in front of the telly, in front of the fridge and less time walking about let's face it. We have a plan of how you can get started (and it's not by watching Tiger King). Have a listen to Tara's plan here

Tara has some tips on how to avoid the pitfalls of the kitchen during lockdown. The difference between a snack and a treat. Plus the walk up a mountain day. Tara has devised the climb up Mount Snowdon from home. details are in the podcast of how you can do it. Raise money for a charity and even get the legs bums and tums a little stronger.

Getting involved in a group exercise while complying with Social Distancing can be so beneficial right now. Ryan Jones raised over £30,000 for the NHS while cycling and running. Geraint Thomas raised over £300,000 while cycling for 12 hours a day for 3 days. Tara has climbed Pen Y Fan this morning (up and down her stairs) with her Life Transformers. There's a good reason for the Government telling us to take that hour a day of exercise and you should do it ... with a little help from your friends ... and here's why.

The Government guidelines say we can take one period of exercise per day outside. Tara explains what is permissible. Good practice and if you can't go out some rather useful tips if Joe Wicks is all a bit much for you. Of course, we would always urge you to follow the latest government advice at www.gov.uk Our Podcasts have changed to a series of HOTPOD-Casts. Bite-size bits of info that's quick and easy to download that won't stretch your server space. Please share the story, and Stay Safe.

The temptation may well be to sit and lounge with a glass of wine in one hand and a bar of choc in the other. When we come out of this wouldn't it be amazing to be fitter, stronger and mentally ready to cope? Tara gives us some tips on what to do next. Plus with so many sports events being cancelled there's plenty of apps to help you train with others. If you've missed Tara on the show this week we also have some featured reads for you in Badgers Blog at https://79-57a9f57111b2b.radiocms.com/on-air/blogs/badger/post/looking-for-some-reading-while-you-have-some-time/

Keeping the mind sharp, avoiding too much exposure to news, healthy eating and is ANYONE GETTING ANY SLEEP? Apologies for the sound quality, Stay safe x

Some questions answered this week include how to juggle lifestyle, fitting in the fitness. What equipment do I need? Do I need an OYO?

Paula is an instructor at Shapes Skewen and has taken to Gym instruction from entering body building competitions to taking over the classes at the gym. Have a listen to how we get from taking that essential first step into the gym to get a smile back on my face. Don't forget if you have any questions for Badge and Tara then feel free to get in touch. If you'd like to be featured on the show then drop us an email badger@thewave.co.uk or at tarahammett.com

Tara gives tips on how to battle the ongoing serial diet syndrome and we get asked how to speed up your metabolism. Is that even possible?

It's all about the 5 P's and choosing the right over all exercise. Also Tara's back on the Telly! Details here , Have a listen.

Plus how to go gluten free - Be safe . As always we welcome your feedback and questions at 79-57a9f57111b2b.radiocms.com

Tara has a question from a lady looking to go Vegan but there's some major things to consider before jumping into a way of life not just the latest diet fad. Also Tara helps those considering putting everything into an early morning start and has some great book suggestions on what to read for a feel better lifestyle

Staying hydrated, the pain of recovery and how to exercise if you're expecting are all covered in this weeks podcast