Socceroos Smash Them Up, Glamorous Yoghurt and The Doc
Not sure if I have shared my big news but last October I started working with the Socceroos, National Men’s Football team.
I joined renowned coach Tony Popovic, whom I have worked with previously at both Perth Glory and Melbourne Victory A-League clubs. Within two weeks of securing the job, the Socceroos were on the road to Adelaide and then Japan. November took us to Melbourne and onto Bahrain and in the past two weeks, we smashed Indonesia in Sydney and dominated China in China.
It has been an exciting whirlwind to say the very least. LOTS of hard work but so very rewarding to now find ourselves in the position of just (!) winning one more game in Perth in June against Japan, and the Socceroos have automatic qualification for the World Cup 2026. You can check out what some of the players have to say about being part of this exciting team here.
It has certainly sparked reflection on the fresh out of the box Dietitian that I was, doing her very first sports nutrition presentation to the local rugby team at the Cootamundra pub all those years ago. Don’t worry that they are all drinking gallons of beer while you are trying to teach them nutrition – there are exciting things ahead my friend.
What about you -what’s your news this week?
Something to Think About
“Be happy in this moment, this moment is your life.” – Omar Khayyam
Something to Make
Dessert Style Greek Glamorous Yoghurt
This yoghurt hack is really easy to produce and changes plain yoghurt into something else entirely. You can top with freshly grated cinnamon stick and a drizzle of honey, any fruit compote, my Roasted Strawberries or Blueberry Chia Jam.
Ingredients (Serves 5)
1 kg thick Greek yoghurt
Pinch of salt
Method
- Place a sieve (with fine mesh or tight weave) over a medium sized bowl. Line with a new large Chux cloth or muslin, making sure that equal part of the cloth are hanging over the edge of the sieve on all sides.
- Pour the entire kilogram of yoghurt into the lined sieve, add the salt and stir a little to combine.
- Using the excess cloth, tie into a knot as best as you can and place a heavy object on top to assist the liquid draining.
- Place the bowl and sieve into the fridge overnight.
- When ready, discard the liquid and tip the yoghurt mixture into an air tight container.
- Use as above and enjoy!
Something to Do
When was the last time you saw your GP or had a medical check-up?
If you can’t remember, now is definitely the right time. All of us should be visiting our GP at least once per year to make sure that our health is tip top and to look at those annual blood test markers, blood pressure and any other age relevant check-ups required.
I know that it is another thing to add to the never ending list but this one needs to go right to the top. Without good health, we have nothing.
Pinky promise you’ll check in with your GP stat?
