Olympic support for British chicken

Sporting legend Sally Gunnell, who still holds the 400m hurdles world record, is a big fan of British chicken.

“As an athlete, it was essential to eat lots of fresh, good quality, nutritious foods and chicken was one of my staple ingredients. Not only is it lower in fat than red meat, it’s also higher in protein – which gives you energy.

“I’m not competing anymore – apart for fun – but I’ve maintained these healthy eating habits throughout my life and try to feed my husband and three young sons a balanced, nourishing diet.”

As a parent, and the daughter of a poultry farmer, Sally is passionate about knowing where her meat comes from, and supports local producers wherever possible.

“We eat chicken at least three times a week, and only British will do. I ask my butcher, or if I'm in the supermarket I always look for the Red Tractor and Union Jack. That way I know the chicken was produced to high standards and can be traced back to the British farm it cam from."

Sally and her two eldest sons, Finlay (left) and Luca

Sally and family on the swing

Sally's Healthy Living Tips

• Try to exercise three times a week – ideally for at least 20 minutes each time
• Find a sport you enjoy – if the gym’s not for you, why not try salsa dancing?
• Exercise with a friend – make it fun and you’re more likely to stick at it
• Set yourself a goal to boost motivation – for example, sign up for a fun run
• Eat a healthy, balanced diet – and keep foods light the night before a big run
• Eat plenty of lean protein – which gives you energy and keeps you feeling full
• Don’t scrimp on fruit and veg – hit the ‘five a day’ target
• Minimise processing – choose wholemeal bread, brown rice and pasta
• Eat healthy snacks – keep hunger at bay with nutritious fruit, nuts and seeds
• Keep treats as treats – don’t eat high sugar / high fat foods every day

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