James Bond Skyfall: No Spoilers I promise!

I saw the James Bond movie Skyfall tonight and as always one of the most impressive aspects of this film was James Bond's athleticism.  Unfortunately a friend of mine posted the key element of the storyline on facebook so that spoilt it for me slightly.  I won't do the same!

However there is one thing I wanted to share with you about the movie.  Whilst watching Skyfall I really began to pay attention to Bond's running style.  The reason being it demonstrated a really efficient running style - which had nothing to do with CGI effects, the use of a stunt double or just about looking good for action purposes.  It is all about the running.  

Rather surprising, but if you want to see good technique in relation to running and to experience a pretty decent film into the bargain, watch this movie.  

I admit not your usual movie review - but just think of me when you pick up on the running technique.

Paleo Burger

Buffalo burger without the bun, with a decent sized green salad without dressing from GBK.

The buffalo is from a biodynamic farm in the UK, organic and grass-fed. Buffalo is a leaner meat than beef - it is also higher in protein, vitamin B12, iron and omega-3 essential fatty acids.

I added avocado, and a few eggs. #Paleo

Video: 48 Inch Box Jump @ Gym Jones

Question of the Week: What about a cheat day?

Question of the Week: What about a cheat day/week/month?

Trainer's often tell us that the occasional cheat or treat does no harm when focussing on a healthier nutritional lifestyle. However psychologically these words just reinforce the mistaken belief that healthy food is boring, unfulfilling and something we eat only because we should. 

The context as well as the meaning of these words are equally important. No wonder it is difficult to motivate ourselves to eat well when we can take the 'naughty step' and indulge in all those treats instead.

There is just food, with some food being much healthier than others. No need to feel guilty about cheating, no need to feel as if you are missing out when not eating treats - but being satisfied with the benefits gained when eating healthy food.

Think of 'rich' food as foods that are abundant in nutrients, 'treat' yourself to good quality foods that we were designed to eat and remember why 'cheating' never works in the long run.  There is always a cost.