Craig Burton - Articles

Popularity
52

Can Meat be a Health Hazard
Picture this: you are standing at the shelf of your local supermarket looking at the chickens and thinking "which one shall I buy?". Does it really make a difference? You could buy two of those normal chickens for the same price as that free range organic one? In the following article I wish to outline some reasons as to why I recommend paying extra for a higher quality and ethical product. Read
By: Craig Burton | 08/09/2007 | Health
Popularity
62

3d Training, the Essence of Functional Training
The essence of ‘TRUE’ functional training is 3 dimensional (3D) and it does not require balls (however they can be useful) or funny fancy equipment including those machines that are 1 dimensional. It is a concept of how to move your body and in the following article I will show you how to apply this to your exercise program to increase your ability to perform. Read
By: Craig Burton | 06/09/2007 | Fitness
Popularity
63

Tools and Techniques to Improve the Eyes Naturally
For those who are keen to try to improve their eyesight naturally here is a compilation of possible things that may help - read more about it! Read
By: Craig Burton | 05/09/2007 | Fitness
Popularity
81

What is Functional Resistance Training
Today the buzz word in the gym is functional training. It has many meanings to many practitioners in the health and fitness industry. Read more about it! Read
By: Craig Burton | 04/09/2007 | Fitness
Popularity
62

Soy – Panacea or Poison
This article on soy will examine the following: · History of the humble soy bean · It’s role in the Asian diet · It’s role in the western diet- where is it lurking · Critical questions regarding its safety · The guinea pigs Read more! Read
By: Craig Burton | 19/08/2007 | Health
Popularity
55

Training Barefoot - is Freeing your Feet the Healthier Way
If you have been living in a cave or just stepped out of the jungle barefoot then you can skip this article. However for most of us with feet that have been shaped and moulded from the shoe then welcome to an emerging trend in training called the 'Barefoot Revolution'. Companies like Nike have jumped on board releasing their Nike Free range and employing the likes of Paula Radcliff and Wayne Rooney to promote them. But is it just another gimmick? So is going barefoot a healthier option? Read
By: Craig Burton | 16/08/2007 | Health
Popularity
53

Seven Things People Should not be Doing in the Gym
The gym is a health hazard for a lot of people. Daily, I see people giving their all on cardio equipment in an effort to lose a few kilos, or heaving weights back and forth in an effort to ‘get big’. These are the same people who, a year later have nothing to show for their three-one-hour-per-week-sessions except for perhaps a sore back, an injured knee and a good deal of disillusionment. Here’s a list of seven things people should not be doing in the gym and some exercise alternatives. Read
By: Craig Burton | 15/08/2007 | Fitness
Popularity
53

Dream Achievement Process - a Unique Way to Achieve your Goals
Your ability to set goals is the master skill of success. Goals unlock your positive mind and release ideas and energy for goal attainment. Without goals, you simply drift and flow on the currents of life. With goals, you fly like an arrow, straight and true to your target. (Brian Tracey) Read
By: Craig Burton | 14/08/2007 | Science
Popularity
55

Artificial Sweeteners - Learn the Truth About This Dangerous Man-made Additive
If you knowingly consume Artificial sweeteners, then I highly recommend you read this, however unfortunately many unknowingly consume it, as it’s a very well hidden product, in over 5000 thousand foods, including chewing gum, soft drinks, jelly and children’s medicines. Read
By: Craig Burton | 13/08/2007 | Health
Popularity
53

Fat Facts - Saturated Fats Versus Unsaturated Fats: Have We Got it All Wrong
Fats and oils are simply essential to optimal health. They are important building blocks for the cells of your body, a source of energy and they provide a variety of hormones. In summary when viewing all the research, the current recommendations for fat consumption reads like a comedy of errors or, perhaps considering that we have not made a dent in the statistics for preventable diseases, a horror movie. Read more! Read
By: Craig Burton | 12/08/2007 | Health