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Revamped blog from the author and illustrator of Sid Smart – the children’s book about health and nutrition.

A drawing of a silly man lifting weights and doing dangerous and stupid techniques in gym.
Don’t try this…

People do all sorts of strange things in a gym; most of the time they are just harmless so will not give them top results, but sometimes they are dangerous.  I have been exercising regularly in a gym for over 20 years and I have seen a large array of things going on… Keep your eyes peeled and you will see things like super-quick movements with a tiny range of motion and perhaps, even people balancing on a Swiss ball whilst trying to squat with weights.  All of these strange sights led me to my number one piece of gym advice that I used to give to all of my clients when I was a personal trainer: NEVER copy people at the gym.

In Sid Smart, children can learn how to make healthy lifestyle choices.  In the first book, Sid Smart – Eating, Sid teaches children about the importance of healthy, nutritious and balanced food choices.

Available now from amazon.co.uk and amazon.com.

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Halloween art by the author and illustrator of Sid Smart – the children’s book about health and nutrition.

A cartoon werewolf in front of the moon looking rather distraught. Digital art by the author and illustrator of Sid Smart - the children's book about health and nutrition.
Howl!

A werewolf is for life, not just for Halloween…

The first children’s book in my new series – Sid Smart – is available now on Amazon.  It is available as a paperback or eBook.

Using my knowledge gained through obtaining high-level qualifications in nutrition and fitness, I have created my first series of books – Sid Smart.  With charming illustrations and relatable storylines, Sid Smart will take children on a journey which will teach them how to make healthy lifestyle choices.

Sid Smart – Eating is a picture book, suitable for all children from 3 years old and up.

Sid Smart – Eating, the children’s book about health and nutrition is available now from amazon.co.uk and amazon.com.

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A gym tip from the author and illustrator of Sid Smart – the children’s book about health and nutrition.

I’m sure you’ve all seen this in a gym…  someone lifting too much weight and completely losing technique.  It’s not all about adding more and more weight every week, no matter the impact on your form.  I often have to give myself a check and ease back on the weights so I don’t compromise on technique.  Lifting heavy weights with poor technique can cause injuries and doesn’t reflect your true strength.  You are better off lowering the weights, slowing it down and keeping strict technique.  You will feel the difference.

A cartoon of a man lifting weights with very poor technique. He is straining, turning red and bending backwards. Artwork by the author and illustrator of Sid Smart - the children's book about health and nutrition.
Don’t be this guy

Sid Smart – Eating, the children’s book about health and nutrition is available now from amazon.co.uk and amazon.com.

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Art by the author and illustrator of Sid Smart – the children’s book about health and nutrition.

A manga style cartoon of a girl doing a kung-fu form. Digital art created by the author and illustrator of Sid Smart - the children's book about health and nutrition.
Good technique.

A cartoon Kung-Fu girl.  I love martial arts and drawing cartoons.  Here I have combined them both.

Sid Smart – Eating, the children’s book about health and nutrition is available now from amazon.co.uk and amazon.com.

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Digital art by the author and illustrator of Sid Smart – the children’s book about health and nutrition.

Another piece of art created on my digital art tablet.  I like the look of concept art and graphic novels, particularly when they are done digitally.  For all you digital artists out there, you know it’s all about adding layers, being patient and being meticulous.  Practice makes perfect! See more of my digital art on my website’s new ‘artwork’ page.

Sid Smart – Eating, the children’s book about health and nutrition is available now from amazon.co.uk and amazon.com.

A martial arts lady punches the screen. Digital art from the creator of Sid Smart the children's book about health and nutrition.
Punch
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Sid says, “Start the day with protein!” Sid Smart – the children’s book about health and nutrition.

Sid always starts the day with a good, high protein breakfast.  He feels more awake, more energised and more ready for the day when he starts the day with protein.  Other benefits include: a reduced appetite for snacking, a metabolism boost and increased mental awareness.  Some great breakfast options are: eggs, yogurt, beans, lean meat, seeds and if all else fails, a protein shake.

In Sid Smart, children can learn how to make healthy lifestyle choices.  In the first book, Sid Smart – Eating, Sid teaches children about the importance of healthy, nutritious and balanced food choices.

Available now from amazon.co.uk and amazon.com.

Sid Smart, the cartoon boy, is stood next to an egg and a bottle of protein shake. Children's book character.
Start the day with protein
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You are what you eat! An animation from the author and illustrator of Sid Smart – the children’s book about health and nutrition.

Please click on the link below to enjoy my latest animation.  I was inspired by a scene from one of my favourite film series… Can you work out the film and the scene?

Click here for YouTube video.

In Sid Smart, children can learn how to make healthy lifestyle choices.  In the first book, Sid Smart – Eating, Sid teaches children about the importance of healthy, nutritious and balanced food choices.

Available now from amazon.co.uk and amazon.com.

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#1 piece of fitness advice from the author and illustrator of Sid Smart – the children’s book about health and nutrition.

So, I was at the gym yesterday and as I was resting between sets, I saw some peculiar techniques…  People do all sorts of strange things in a gym; most of the time they are harmless and will just not give them any results, but sometimes they are dangerous.  I have been exercising regularly in a gym for over 20 years and I have seen a large array of things going on… Keep your eyes peeled and you will see things like super-quick movements with a tiny range of motion and perhaps, even people balancing on a Swiss ball whilst trying to squat with weights.  All of these strange sights led me to my number one piece of gym advice that I used to give to all of my clients when I was a personal trainer: NEVER copy anyone at the gym.

A drawing of a silly man lifting weights and doing dangerous and stupid techniques in gym.
Don’t try this at home!

In Sid Smart, children can learn how to make healthy lifestyle choices.  In the first book, Sid Smart – Eating, Sid teaches children about the importance of healthy, nutritious and balanced food choices.

Available now from amazon.co.uk and amazon.com.