Fitness & Nutrition articles
Blog posts, articles and recipes from PT and author Tracy Griffen. She is a prolific writer - a regular columnist for the Scotsman newspaper, Bite magazine, Leither magazine and Trinity and Stockbridge Spotlight magazines. Tracy has written for Women’s Running, Fitnorama, PT Today and Ultra-Fit magazines, and is the author of two books: Healthy Living Yearbook and Get Fit & Enjoy It: Learn Effective Exercise from Home.
She has appeared on the BBC Scotland Radio Kaye Adams show, and even taught host Kaye how to do a press-up, live on radio!
An honest review of Huel
I’ve been asked a lot for my opinion on Huel.
On their website it’s described as “Fast, nutritious, complete food. Designed by expert nutritionists as a convenient way to get all the daily nutrients you need”.
But is it?
Chestnuts are the best nuts
Here’s all the information you need about our favourite nuts, the chestnut.
So easy to prepare, this winter treat is also very good for you. Enjoy!
Pan-fried Flapjack recipe
This is an adaption of my favourite on-the-go snack for the Golden Spurtle World Porridge making championship, where a Specialty recipe has to be cooked on a hob (no oven).
Dried Apple Rings Recipe
If you have leftover apples in your fruit bowl, try this super simple recipe to make your own dried apple.
They’re perfect for snacking on an outdoor adventure, if you’re looking for something sweet to nibble on. And they’re so good for you. Enjoy!
October 2023 newsletter
Our October newsletter including a studio update (and sessions from East Lothian), how to watch the Golden Spurtle World Porridge Making Championship and a fabulous flapjacks recipe…
Introducing ‘Pure Leith’ Mint Tea
Drinking mint tea is a brilliant way to hydrate and has a number of potential health benefits. We grow and produce our own mint for the studio, soon available from our shop.
Read on to learn all about Pure Leith mint tea…
Kale Crisps recipe
This super easy recipe transforms kale into a delicious cheesy snack. No word of a lie! Kale crisps are definitely my favourite way to eat this leafy green. Try it, and you’ll love it…
Six Healthy Smoothie Recipes
Over a Scottish winter it can be a challenge to eat enough fruit and veg. This is where smoothies are very handy, using frozen fruit to get more vitamins into your day. Here are half a dozen of my favs…
Energy food recipe: Dried Apple Rings
Why not make you own dried apple rings? So simple, nutritious and a wonderful snack on-the-go. Low GI, so they are excellent for energy.
Easy Seasonal Recipe: Broad Bean Dip
A delicious summer-fresh dip packed with protein and fibre… Simple, quick and delicious.
Easy Healthy Recipe: Rhubarb Leather
Fruit leather, or jerky, is simply pulverised fruit that has been dried out. It’s a handy snack on-the-go, and is super simple to make
Do Sports Drinks Really Work?
There’s a huge variety of ‘sports drinks’ on the market, but are they really necessary? Learn how to make your own, and why carbs count.
Super Easy Snack Recipe: Soy Sunflower Seeds
A super easy snack recipe, so delicious and moreish. Sunflower seeds are low GI, so satisfy hunger, while also supplying significant amounts of vitamin E, magnesium and selenium.
Tracy’s Fabulous Flapjack Recipe
PT Tracy’s secret snacking recipe - flapjacks are an oat-based sweet treat that will keep you going if you have a busy day. The best bit? The recipe is really easy and delicious.
Easy Healthy Recipe: Roasted Walnuts
Walnuts go rancid very quickly, so if you have some lurking at the back of a cupboard, try this recipe for making them edible, actually delicious. They are wonderful sprinkled on salad or crumbled into breakfast.
A Scientific Exploration of Houmous / Hummus with Recipe
Hummus (or houmous) is a traditional Mediterranean chick pea spread, that is readily available in supermarkets. Find out why you should make your own (recipe and vieo included).
Simple Healthy Snack Ideas
A list of some simple healthy snack ideas for when you need some inspiration but can’t be bothered cooking.
Really Easy Banana Smoothie Recipe
A super simple banana smoothie recipe with vegan options. An excellent post-workout snack or for a busy working day. Kids love it too!
Simple Porridge Recipe
Making your own porridge is super simple and so good for you. Here’s an easy recipe that you can adapt to make vegan.
Buy the book(s)
A published author, Tracy Griffen’s books are available from selected independent Edinburgh bookshops, or buy online from our shop.