Fitness & Nutrition articles
Blog posts, articles and recipes from PT and author Tracy Griffen. She is a prolific writer - a columnist for the Scotsman newspaper, 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 appears on the BBC Scotland Radio Kaye Adams show, and has even taught host Kaye how to do a press-up, live on radio!
How Much Wheat We Eat
Gluten is headline news. Wheat is in many foods, and it seems more people are becoming intolerant to this innocuous grain. What’s that all about?
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.
Urban Fitness… It’s A (Concrete) Jungle Out There
Stuck in the city? Don’t despair, as here are some realistic ideas you can incorporate into your everyday working life to feel healthier and happier.
Healthy Shopping List
If you’re going shopping it’s a good idea to take a shopping list, and stick to it. Here are some healthy ingredients to pick up from your local shop.
Buy the book(s)
A published author, Tracy Griffen’s books are available from selected independent Edinburgh bookshops, or buy online from our shop.