"Healthier, Happier, Greener"
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We are predominantly a private training gym: I help men and women with weight training on a one-to-one basis in our exclusive gym in an effort to transform their physiques and increase strength. But on top of this I really like to advocate seasonal eating and a greener lifestyle, which I find goes hand-in-hand with transforming your body, and I call this the 'Healthier, Happier, Greener' lifestyle.
Getting in better shape is a fantastic decision towards having a healthier lifestyle, but I believe the process should also make you happy. Eating in tune with the seasons, reconnecting with nature, learning new skills and bringing the outdoors into your own home will be healthy for you, be better for our planet and in turn make you so much happier in yourself. Follow and join us in our ever-progressing endeavour for a healthier, happier and greener lifestyle here at ForestFit... Everyone who has the ForestFit eBook ‘Healthier, Happier, Greener: A Taste Of The Seasons’ will know that I always ask myself 3 simple questions “Will it make me healthy? Does it make me happy? Is it ‘green’ for the planet?” Take your first steps toward a HEALTHIER, HAPPIER, GREENER lifestyle with my recipe eBook, 'A Taste of the Seasons’. 12 recipes, one dish to represent each month of the year, showing you how you can eat healthier, more nutritious and mouth-watering, tasty food! |
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Food enjoyed within its natural season and grown closer to your home is more nutritious, tastes far better and is greener for the planet. Together, we can enlighten ourselves on what can be grown here in the UK (or wherever in the world you are!), helping support local farmers so that we can prepare, serve and eat fresher, tastier food! In some cases you may even be tempted to grow your own, which would be even more of a ‘happy’ bonus! We grow lots of our own food and it definitely helps me with my fitness-goals. Having the same foods available all year round is actually unnatural, but consumers’ demands mean that our food travels for miles and miles as it is flown in from all around the world so that our supermarkets are consistently stocked with the same range all throughout the year. But it can be so much more exciting than that!
Through Spring, Summer, Autumn and Winter nature offers us a different selection of homegrown items, so let’s make it our task to find out what is growing each season and each month, learn new and exciting recipes, and benefit from a lot more vitamins, minerals and good quality protein!
Through Spring, Summer, Autumn and Winter nature offers us a different selection of homegrown items, so let’s make it our task to find out what is growing each season and each month, learn new and exciting recipes, and benefit from a lot more vitamins, minerals and good quality protein!
Seasonal Recipes
Click on one of the seasons below to discover a Healthier, Happier, Greener recipe fit for the season!
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Winter Game Pie
500g Game Meat (venison, pheasant, pigeon, rabbit, partridge etc. locally sourced)
2 tbsp oil (of your choice)
2 shallots
2 slices of bacon (medallions are leaner)
Handful of seasonal mushrooms
2 cloves of garlic
1 tbsp plain flour
1 bay leaf
1 tbsp redcurrant jelly
150ml chicken stock
150ml red wine
Shortcrust Pastry
Salt & Pepper
1 egg
Seasonal vegetables to serve (depends on the month that you make this!)
[Before beginning this recipe be mindful of which seasonal vegetables you are using and begin cooking these at the appropriate time for best results with your chosen veg]
- Add 1tbsp of your chosen oil to a pan and brown the meat. Remove and put on a plate to one side
- Add the other 1tbsp of oil to the pan and add the chopped shallots, it will take about 5-minutes for them to soften, then add the chopped bacon, sliced mushrooms and finely diced garlic - cook for 3-minutes
- Mix the flour into the onion, bacon, mushroom, garlic combo for 2-minutes, season with salt and pepper and stir in the bay leaf, redcurrant jelly, chicken stock, redcurrant jelly and the wine.
- It will being to boil, add the meat, then let it simmer for 15-minutes.
- Heat your oven to 200C, add everything from the pan into pie dishes and make a small pastry lid for to cover. Of course this isn't the healthiest part of the recipe but the meat isn't entirely cased in pastry, so it's not as bad as a normal pie.
[One big tip I can give you here to make this recipe even healthier and still "pie-like" is to use a small shaped cutter on the puff pastry (perhaps a rabbit or a bird like we did!) and bake them in the oven on a sheet and then place it on top of the meat to serve. I normally call this my "Lie Pie" which I use mostly with my Chicken, Chorizo & Leek Lie Pie.]
- Decorate the top of the pastry and glaze with beaten egg.
- Put completed pie dishes in oven for around 25-minutes and cook vegetables.
- Serve and enjoy a healthier, happier and greener meal!
2 tbsp oil (of your choice)
2 shallots
2 slices of bacon (medallions are leaner)
Handful of seasonal mushrooms
2 cloves of garlic
1 tbsp plain flour
1 bay leaf
1 tbsp redcurrant jelly
150ml chicken stock
150ml red wine
Shortcrust Pastry
Salt & Pepper
1 egg
Seasonal vegetables to serve (depends on the month that you make this!)
[Before beginning this recipe be mindful of which seasonal vegetables you are using and begin cooking these at the appropriate time for best results with your chosen veg]
- Add 1tbsp of your chosen oil to a pan and brown the meat. Remove and put on a plate to one side
- Add the other 1tbsp of oil to the pan and add the chopped shallots, it will take about 5-minutes for them to soften, then add the chopped bacon, sliced mushrooms and finely diced garlic - cook for 3-minutes
- Mix the flour into the onion, bacon, mushroom, garlic combo for 2-minutes, season with salt and pepper and stir in the bay leaf, redcurrant jelly, chicken stock, redcurrant jelly and the wine.
- It will being to boil, add the meat, then let it simmer for 15-minutes.
- Heat your oven to 200C, add everything from the pan into pie dishes and make a small pastry lid for to cover. Of course this isn't the healthiest part of the recipe but the meat isn't entirely cased in pastry, so it's not as bad as a normal pie.
[One big tip I can give you here to make this recipe even healthier and still "pie-like" is to use a small shaped cutter on the puff pastry (perhaps a rabbit or a bird like we did!) and bake them in the oven on a sheet and then place it on top of the meat to serve. I normally call this my "Lie Pie" which I use mostly with my Chicken, Chorizo & Leek Lie Pie.]
- Decorate the top of the pastry and glaze with beaten egg.
- Put completed pie dishes in oven for around 25-minutes and cook vegetables.
- Serve and enjoy a healthier, happier and greener meal!
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Easy Seasonal BreakfastA super seasonal breakfast. On a Sunday make up a big batch of seasonal fruits and help yourself each morning to a quick and healthy breakfast. Add some Greek yoghurt and ForestFit Supplements Whey Protein to boost your protein intake too! Let the months guide you on which fruit is most nutritious - you don't really even need to think about it, just look around at what is growing around you - no more boring stuff every day, you can enjoy different fruits in different months, most of which are native to our country and grown here (that means less air miles and that means greener for the planet!) whether that's pears and apples in autumn and winter, rhubarb in the late-spring, strawberries in June, blueberries in July, raspberries in August, and then even forage for blackberries in September!
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EASY Homemade BBQ Slow Cooked Brisket
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Please note this method is an easy way to cook indoors at home, but I use my smoker outside all year round for EVEN better results. Recipe in a future book ;-)
Homemade BBQ Rub: 4 tablespoons brown sugar 4 tablespoons paprika A generous amount of black pepper all over 1 tablespoon sea salt 1 tablespoon chili powder 1 tablespoon garlic powder 1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil 1 1/2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar 1 tablespoon dijon mustard (for approx 1kg brisket, increase measurements for larger size) Brisket is a tough and hard-working slab of meat, so it needs some time and love to bring out its flavour - but when you do the flavour is incredible. This recipe is very straightforward and easy, so don't feel daunted that the time means too much effort, it's super simple! I prefer to use a smoker but this guide is for an indoor cook! First, put the brisket into a large bowl, leave out of the fridge for around 20-mins. Add all of the ingredients to the bowl and mix well with your hands, blending all of this homemade rub over the meat. Place the rubbed brisket into your slow cooker on HIGH for 2hrs, then turn slow cooker to LOW. Leave cooking on low for 4hrs. Just before you take the brisket out of the slow cooker turn your grill on and up to about 250C. Once at temperature, carefully place the brisket into a deep roasting tray and cook until the outer lay turns into a dark, rich, tree-like "bark". Your brisket should be dark on the outside and near pink in the middle and is now be ready to either slice or shred - either tastes delicious! Serve with corn on the cob and perhaps a homemade slaw - yum. This is perfect all year round; for summer (best cooked on the BBQ though) or using the above procedure for winter or if you don't have a smoker! 
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Rosemary Seasoned Wild Pheasant with Roasted Grapes and a Savory Shallot Pan Sauce
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You may think that eating seasonally through the winter months require a bit more experience or experiments! But there's so many great options out there that are unique to this cold season. Pheasant is aplenty for this time of year, but it does have a tendency to dry out, as it is quite easily overcooked. I seal them in a very hot pan first to stop them drying out in the process. And of course root vegetables too, like parsnips and carrots. Follow the steps below and the result will be a happy, unique and tasty winter warmer...
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Oregano Chicken & Butternut Sqush
ForestFit FitCard #2: Biceps
Save the "ForestFit FitCard" below to your phone for easy viewing when you are working out! "ForestFit FitCards" perfectly fit the whole screen on your iPhone and offer a unique, effective and free challenge for you to try yourself in the gym or at home in order to get you even closer to your goals. Every "ForestFit FitCard" displays a short description of the exercise with detailed photos - and (my favourite) also includes a fantastic motivational quote on the bottom to ensure you get the BEST out of yourself... enjoy!
Chicken Base Protein Pizza
So! You've seen me making a clean, virtually carb-less (only 1.5g!) pizza on Facebook? (if not head over to the ForestFit Facebook page via the link below)... Here is quick "How To..."
1/ Open up a chicken breast and flatten with a rolling pin to make as flat as possible (mine was far off a perfect circle; so just get it flat!)
2/ Oven bake this at 200*C for 15-mins to get it partially cooked
3/ Top with approx 50g of chopped tomatoes (approx. 1/8th of a can)
4/ And sprinkle on your favourite cheese (try to limit this a little if possible... just to reduce the overall calories) I used about 25g or so
5/ Back in that oven for another 15mins
6/ EAT IT!
TOTAL: Protein = 66g / Carbs = 1.5 / Fat = 6.3g / 357kcals
1/ Open up a chicken breast and flatten with a rolling pin to make as flat as possible (mine was far off a perfect circle; so just get it flat!)
2/ Oven bake this at 200*C for 15-mins to get it partially cooked
3/ Top with approx 50g of chopped tomatoes (approx. 1/8th of a can)
4/ And sprinkle on your favourite cheese (try to limit this a little if possible... just to reduce the overall calories) I used about 25g or so
5/ Back in that oven for another 15mins
6/ EAT IT!
TOTAL: Protein = 66g / Carbs = 1.5 / Fat = 6.3g / 357kcals
ForestFit FitCard #1: Chest
Save the "ForestFit FitCard" below to your phone for easy viewing when you are working out! "ForestFit FitCards" perfectly fit the whole screen on your iPhone and offer a unique, effective and free challenge for you to try yourself in the gym or at home in order to get you even closer to your goals. Every "ForestFit FitCard" displays a short description of the exercise with detailed photos - and (my favourite) also includes a fantastic motivational quote on the bottom to ensure you get the BEST out of yourself... enjoy!
Easter Newsletter Download!
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Happy Halloween!
Don't let your pumpkin go to waste this Halloween! Spice things up and roast your own healthy snack!
Protein Smoothie
2 Fit-Tips!
2 FIT-TIPS for the price of none!
1/ Get some red meat in your diet - it has a great protein to fat ratio (fat which we use for energy while consuming little to no carbs) and is a fantastic source of iron (which aids oxygen delivery within your body), creatine and zinc.
2/ Do you struggle to drink enough water? Polish off every meal or snack with a pint of water 💦 you can even have your normal beverage too; but make sure you get through a pint of water too. This will help clean your system and increase energy levels. Water aids digestion and even improves mood! So get it down 😉💪🏼
1/ Get some red meat in your diet - it has a great protein to fat ratio (fat which we use for energy while consuming little to no carbs) and is a fantastic source of iron (which aids oxygen delivery within your body), creatine and zinc.
2/ Do you struggle to drink enough water? Polish off every meal or snack with a pint of water 💦 you can even have your normal beverage too; but make sure you get through a pint of water too. This will help clean your system and increase energy levels. Water aids digestion and even improves mood! So get it down 😉💪🏼
Tip For Triceps!
Smashing out "Skullcrushers" with Charlie in his session with me this evening; pressing the weight up with power - but not above the face like most do - I teach him to keep his elbows back and stationary so that the arms lock out at an angle. This puts way more tension on the tricep and therefore promote arm size 💪🏼 Try it out!
Weak Point Training
Weak Point Training: a great way to see improvements in aesthetics and strength is to target weaker body parts first before moving onto favoured muscles. For example if your Chest is weaker than your Back, hit Chest exercises first up in your session or if Biceps is smaller in proportion to your Triceps then start with Biceps followed by supersetting with Triceps ☺️💪🏼🌳
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