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PROTEIN — THE ORIGINAL LONGEVITY TOOL. 💪
We spend SO much time talking about supplements… but sometimes the most powerful thing you can do is get the basics right !

PROTEIN is one of those basics.

It isn't just about building bigger muscles.
It's about building muscle, repairing tissue, supporting recovery — and, perhaps most importantly as we get older, helping us maintain the muscle and strength we already have.

Because here's the bit I really want you to remember:
**Don't just train to build muscle.
Train to KEEP it.**

A useful starting point for many active adults is around 1.6g of protein per kg of bodyweight per day — but your ideal intake depends on your size, training, age, goals and circumstances.

And you don't need to obsess over hitting a perfect number every day.
Instead:
🥩 Prioritise quality protein
🍳 Include it throughout your day
🥗 Build balanced meals around it
🏋️ Pair it with resistance training
😴 Recover properly
🥤 Use protein powder as a tool when food alone isn't practical whole foods first.
Supplements second.

That's the philosophy behind this entire Nutrition Series.
Because the goal isn't to create the most complicated supplement stack…
It's to create a body that stays strong, capable and healthy for life.

Save this post 📌 for the next time you're wondering “Am I actually eating enough protein?”

And send it to someone who says:
“I eat loads of protein…” 👀😂

🚨 Before you buy your next protein powder… read this.

There are hundreds of protein powders out there… and the marketing can make choosing one ridiculously confusing.

So here’s what I want you to look for instead 👇

🥤 20–30g protein per serving
🔎 A clear ingredient list
🧪 Independent/third-party testing where possible
🌱 A protein source that suits YOU
💰 Good quality without paying for unnecessary hype

And be careful with the big promises…

❌ “Fat burning”
❌ “Detox”
❌ Miracle results
❌ Fancy proprietary blends
❌ Paying a premium simply because something is heavily marketed

And remember…

Protein powder doesn't need to be complicated.

If you enjoy it, tolerate it well and it helps you reach your protein target — great.

But it is still a supplement.

🥩 Whole foods first.
🥤 Protein powder when useful.
💪 Consistency over perfection.

I've included some of my current favourites in this carosel too — from premium options to plant-based and more budget-friendly choices.

📌 SAVE THIS POST for the next time you're standing in front of a wall of protein powders wondering which one to buy.

And send it to someone who thinks the most expensive tub must be the best one 😂

➡️ NEXT IN THE NUTRITION SERIES: CREATINE

We're going to look at why creatine is one of the most researched supplements around — and whether it's actually worth taking.

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SOLAR ECLIPSE -THE BEST JAVEA SPOTS !

CHECK OUT OUR PREVIOUS POST FOR SURROUNDING AREAS AND DETAILS OF WHAT YOU NEED ♡

🌑☀️ DID YOU KNOW THIS IS HAPPENING ABOVE US?!

Wednesday 12th August 2026 is going to be a pretty special evening here on the Costa Blanca. ✨

A total solar eclipse will cross Spain — and from Jávea, we'll see an incredible 99.7% of the Sun covered. 🌑

We're just outside the path of totality… so if you want the full 100% total eclipse, it's worth heading towards the path.

But where should you go? 👀

I've put together this guide with a few of the best places to watch it from around Jávea, including:
📍 Jávea — stay local & enjoy 99.7% coverage
🌴 Valencia / Malvarrosa Beach — beach + city atmosphere
🏰 Cullera — incredible coastal views & totality
🚗 Plus ideas for making an evening/day trip of it

SAVE this post 📌 because this is one you definitely don't want to forget!
And send it to the person you'd love to watch it with. ❤️

☀️ IMPORTANT: Never look directly at the Sun without proper certified solar-eclipse glasses. Regular sunglasses are NOT enough.

12.08.26 🌑✨
Where will you be watching from?

Be sure to tag us Dawn Abbs Strength & Conditioning Coach and share with us your view ♡

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