The Health Benefits of Omega 3 Fish Oil

The health benefits of omega 3 fish oils have been heavily researched in recent years and have been shown to be one of the most beneficial supplements available today.

What are Omega 3 Fats?

One of the alternative names for omega 3 fats is Essential Fatty Acids.

Omega 3 fatty acids cannot be produced by the human body yet are vital for optimal health and wellbeing. Due to this fact Omega 3 fats MUST form part of our diet if optimal health and wellbeing are to be enjoyed. Omega 3s play a huge part in the general health of the body and are involved in supporting healthy growth and development, cell membrane formation, inflammation response, eye health, correct brain functioning, cardiovascular health and more.

Omega 3 fats are polyunsaturated fats derived from the Alpha Linoleic Acid (ALA) family.
Eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA), and Docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) stem from the ALA family and have been shown to be the most beneficial forms of omega 3. The body can convert ALA into EPA and DHA however the process is inefficient and it is more beneficial to include oily fish in the diet which contain high levels of EPA and DHA.

The health benefits of omega 3 can be obtained by including cold water fish, walnuts, flax seeds and eggs in the diet with regularity. Alternatively a good quality fish oil supplement can provide a convenient means for those who do not like eating fish or prefer a capsule more palatable.

Notably when looking for a good quality fish oil supplement, try to obtain products that contain high amounts of EPA and DHA on the product information label.

Continue reading about the tremendous Health Benefits of Omega 3 Oil HERE!

Eastbourne Boot Camp - Thursday evenings are up and running!

Last Thursday saw the first of Eastbourne Bootcamps mid week sessions get under way in lovely sunny conditions.

Looking back its hard to believe the conditions we endured over the winter period but it really does make you appreciate the warm evenings now.

Last nights session saw 11 eager boot campers and the following session was completed: -


Round 1
Shuttle Runs – 3 cones
Battling Rope
Hindu Push Ups
Battling Rope
Tyre Flip

Round 2
Kettlebell Swings 90 seconds * 3 sets with 30 rest

Round 3
Mountain Climbers 30
Inch Worms
Mountain Climbers 30
Inch Worms
Mountain Climbers 30

Round 4
Push Press 45/45
SA Swing 30/30
Upright Row 30
Row 30/30

Repeat once more

Round 5
Perimeter Run
Battle Rope
Crunches
Tyre Flip
Planks
Battle Rope

It ended up being a very tough session first shown by the lack of chatting in the group while everyone fought for oxygen!

Well done to all those who attended!

Eastbourne Bootcamp 3rd April 2010

Eastbourne Bootcamp took place today in Gildredge Park, Eastbourne in fine sunny conditions.

The aim of the session to work on muscular endurance, cardiovascular fitness and functional strength with rounds put together to work each part of the body in balance.

The rounds were as follows:-

Round 1
Swings 30 seconds
Push Press 30/30
Pass Round 30
Single Arm Swings 30/30
Squats 30
Upright Rows 30 – repeat once more without rest


Round 2
Shuttle Runs 20M - Sprint
Battle Rope
Deadlift
Tyre Flip
Battle Rope

This was designed to be a very fast round with each station requiring maximal effort. Everyone found it challenging!


Round 3
Prisoner Squats – Half group
Shuttle Sprints – Half Group
Jump Squats – Half Group
Shuttle Sprints – Half Group
Pulse Squats – Half Group
Shuttle Sprints – Half Group


Round 4
KB Single Arm Row 10/10
KB Upright Row 15
Kb Single Arm Row 10/10
KB Upright Row 15
Rest 90 seconds and repeat * 1

Round 5
Perimeter Run
Battle Rope
Deadlift
Tyre Flip
Prisoner Squats
Battle Rope

The session finished with some developmental stretches for each of the main body parts.

Eastbourne Bootcamp will be extending its sessions to include Thursday evenings from 7pm - 8pm as of 15th April 2010.

If you would like to book onto the most challenging workout session in town please visit Eastbourne Boot Camp Bookings.