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A Kind Reminder: You Don’t Have to “Earn” Your Food Through Exercise
We have all heard it before: “I need to burn off that pizza” or “I can’t have dessert because I haven’t been to the gym this week.”
Michael Ulloa
Apr 21


Why Fitness Trackers Can Be Misleading - And When They’re Actually Useful
Fitness trackers are helpful tools for building consistency and awareness, but they are rough estimates rather than absolute authorities. Relying too heavily on data can cause stress and disconnect you from your body's signals. For long-term health, prioritise overall trends and physical feedback over hitting arbitrary daily digital targets.
Michael Ulloa
Apr 14


The Science of Cravings: What They Really Mean
We’ve all been there… standing in the kitchen, wondering, “Why am I suddenly desperate for chocolate, crisps, or biscuits?”
Michael Ulloa
Apr 14


The Most Underrated Exercise for Health (Yes, Walking)
Whenever I share content about the benefits of walking, I am always surprised by the amount of pushback it gets. Some people scoff and say, “Walking isn’t real exercise” or “That doesn’t count.”
Michael Ulloa
Apr 9


Is Eating Like Your Ancestors Making You Healthier?
From paleo to carnivore to influencers claiming we need to “eat like our ancestors,” social media is full of people gnawing on raw liver, pouring raw milk, and promising that this is the key to perfect health.
Michael Ulloa
Apr 2


The Real Reason the Fitness Industry Hates GLP-1 Weight Loss Jabs
If you have spent any time online recently, you will have seen the heated debates surrounding GLP-1 medications such as Ozempic and Wegovy. These drugs, originally developed to treat type 2 diabetes, are now being prescribed and purchased privately for weight loss. Their popularity has exploded, and so has the controversy.
Michael Ulloa
Mar 31


Cold Water Immersion: The Cold, Hard Truth About Ice Baths
If you spend any time on social media, you’ve probably seen people dunking themselves into ice baths, from athletes and influencers to your mate at the gym. According to Instagram, they’re the ultimate recovery tool, mental health hack, and longevity secret all in one. But do they actually work? Can cold water immersion really speed up recovery , boost your health, and make you live longer? Or are we all just freezing our bits off for absolutely nothing? Let’s dive into what
Michael Ulloa
Oct 17, 2025


Cortisol and Fitness: The Truth About the Stress Hormone and Your Workouts
If you spend any time on social media, you’ve probably seen cortisol, often called the “stress hormone”, being blamed for everything from stubborn belly fat to burnout. Wellness influencers love to use it as a villain, but the truth is far more interesting (and far less scary). Cortisol isn’t your enemy. It’s a hormone essential for survival, recovery, and even peak performance. The problem isn’t cortisol itself, it’s when our modern lifestyles push it out of balance. In this
Michael Ulloa
Sep 9, 2025


Are 10,000 Steps a Day Actually Necessary?
We have all heard it “You have got to hit 10,000 steps a day.” Whether from your fitness tracker, a friend, or a wellness challenge at...
Michael Ulloa
Apr 15, 2025


The Science of Stretching: What the Research Actually Says
Stretching is one of those fitness topics that divides people. Some swear by it, weaving it into every workout. Others completely skip...
Michael Ulloa
Apr 7, 2025


How to Set Fitness Goals That Don’t Revolve Around Weight Loss
Let's explore how to establish objectives that prioritise strength, well-being, and personal fulfilment.
Michael Ulloa
Apr 3, 2025


Best Way to Detox Your Body? Separating Myths from Reality
Let’s dive into the best way to detox your body, starting with what detoxing really means...
Michael Ulloa
Jan 16, 2025


Why work with a trainer online? The benefits of online personal training.
We are here to provide you with all the information you need to see whether online personal training could be the right fit for you.
Michael Ulloa
Oct 2, 2024


I’m a man! I’m not talking about my body…
I’m a man! I’m not talking about my body… Are you happy with the way you look? If not, why are you not happy? Is it because you have been...
Michael Ulloa
Sep 28, 2017


LIFE IS ONE BIG BLAG
From the outside, everyone in life is doing great. I look at friends’ LinkedIn profiles from school and they are smashing it....
Michael Ulloa
Aug 4, 2017


10 REASONS YOU’RE NOT BUILDING MUSCLE
10 reasons you’re not building muscle… 1. Not eating enough Building muscle requires a lot of energy. You need to be consuming more...
Michael Ulloa
Jun 22, 2017


SELF CONFIDENCE – A PERSONAL STRUGGLE
I think it is safe to say that self-confidence can make or break you. When growing up my confidence was extremely low. Social situations...
Michael Ulloa
Mar 8, 2017


Mental Health
Being physically unfit can be extremely taxing on your body. Walking a flight of stairs may feel like climbing a mountain. That short...
Michael Ulloa
Dec 5, 2016
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