by Michael Andrew McLoughlin | Dec 19, 2024 | Blog, STRENGTH & SPORTS CONDITIONING
Performance in sport is directly dependent on a solid foundation of sound nutritional principles and although these cannot be covered in this one article the realisation of this crucial fact, will give you the best chance of success. HERE ARE TWO VITAL BASE POINT...
by Michael Andrew McLoughlin | Dec 17, 2024 | Blog, Editor's Choice, STRENGTH & SPORTS CONDITIONING
In the realm of fitness and bodybuilding, protein shakes have emerged as a staple among athletes and fitness enthusiasts alike. Whether you’re an amateur gym-goer or a seasoned professional, understanding the significance of protein in muscle recovery can enhance your...
by Michael Andrew McLoughlin | Feb 27, 2024 | Blog, Lifestyle Management, Sport
It is said that the only people to be without stress are those that reside in the cemetery. Having said that, stress tolerance is a major contributing factor to most individuals that are consistently successful in life. Stress is manifested in two main areas: Physical...
by Michael Andrew McLoughlin | Jul 7, 2023 | Blog
In designing an effective preparation profile for any one particular sport, it is of essence, that all possible factors pertaining to a successful outcome are covered. This is best achieved by using the acronym B.A.M.S. Which stands for body, attitude, mind and...
by Michael Andrew McLoughlin | Jul 7, 2023 | Blog, Lifestyle Management, Sport, STRENGTH & SPORTS CONDITIONING
Dr. Alex Lief of Harvard Medical School believes that exercise is the closest thing that humans have to an anti-aging pill. There are two types of aging – one is chronological aging, the number of years you have been alive and the other is biological aging or...
by Michael Andrew McLoughlin | Mar 31, 2023 | STRENGTH & SPORTS CONDITIONING
Read Time:2 Minute, 53 Second Having had the enormous privilege of representing my country in sport has left me with a compelling obligation to assist other young aspiring champions to realise their dream. In a sense, I have been blessed with many opportunities to do...
by Michael Andrew McLoughlin | Mar 31, 2023 | STRENGTH & SPORTS CONDITIONING
FAMILY … AND PATIENCE VITAL IN ATHLETE’S RECOVERY Career-threatening injuries play havoc with the athletes’ minds, often giving them the sense of going from being “somebody” to “nobody” in an instant, resulting in frustration, heartbreak and even depression. The...
by Michael Andrew McLoughlin | Feb 27, 2023 | Blog, Lifestyle Management, Popular, Sport, STRENGTH & SPORTS CONDITIONING
Have you ever stopped for a moment and wondered why children are encouraged to participate in sport? Well, the education systems of the world have very good reason and when one looks at the broader objectives of children in sport it becomes very obvious that sport...
by Michael Andrew McLoughlin | May 2, 2021 | Nutrition
Michael McLoughlin, Springbok bodybuilder and owner of Active Attitude in East London shares his personal views and philosophies on health supplements both in everyday life and sport. Feel free to ask Michael any questions you may have by commenting on his article....
by Michael Andrew McLoughlin | Dec 7, 2020 | Blog, Expertise, Lifestyle Management
Career-threatening injuries play havoc with the athletes’ minds, often giving them the sense of going from being “somebody” to “nobody” in an instant, resulting in frustration, heartbreak and even depression. The ability to rise above the long haul of surgery,...