Your body shape is determined by 3 factors. The primary reason most of us start an exercise program is to “look better”. While there are more important reasons to exercise, there is few things more motivating than wanting to improve our physical appearance. While we should exercise for our health, we probably wouldn’t unless we […]
WebMd has recently set a test for the do’s and don’ts of weight loss. Interesting that most people didn’t score more than 50% and even I (Melisa) only got 73%, Elaine got 73 %, Jay got 82% – and we’re suppose to know a bit J Here is the link – Give it a go. […]
Why is losing weight perceived to be so much harder the older we get? I hear complaints like: “It’s just a few kilo’s, but I’ve been finding it difficult to even lose one! Why?” Let’s take a closer look at how age affects our weight as it is certainly not a myth that weight loss […]
It’s that time of the year again. As the temperature plummet our bodies become more susceptible to colds and viruses. What makes this the season for colds and flu’s? What really lowers our immune function and makes us call-in-sick? Turning up at the office with a mask, latex gloves and bottles of sanitizer might […]
Although a beach ready body may be all the motivation you need for building strong core muscles, there are plenty of other reasons to get your core into shape. The terms “core” and “core strength” are some of the most common phrases heard around the gym and in the fitness world. Many of us desire […]
10,000 steps a day is the goal! We’ve all hear this a thousand times . . . but why? In 2004 the Global Corporate Challenge (GCC) looked at 60,000 workers in 55 countries who aimed to walk 10,000 steps every day for eight months. At the end of the challenge, 67% of participants reported an […]
*I am thankful for the way my body is bouncing back post-baby. But the thing is, it takes some work…..before, during and after pregnancy. My story involves a fractured back, whiplash injury from 2 car accident and later on a brain operation. I have had to learn the hard way what is good and not […]
8 Reasons why you should strengthen your core muscles (Article written by Melissa-Anne Smit for M2 Magazine) While it may be good motivation, rocking a beach-worthy bod isn’t the only reason to get your torso in shape. After all, your core is about more than just your ab muscles—it’s your body’s powerhouse. No matter what […]
My response on a interesting New Zealand Herald Article on the 27th of May 2015 http://www.nzherald.co.nz/lifestyle/news/article.cfm?c_id=6&objectid=11454986 *This article spoke to me immediately as I sat, nursing my 3 week old baby girl, reading the New Zealand Herald… (honestly, I can only spend so much time on Facebook while a breastfeed…) My pregnancy was also difficult, […]
In March we started by looking at 3 reasons why you struggle to lose weight. We covered “how often to train” followed by “ditching the scale” in Apr. This month we look at food as fuel instead of something to feed your emotions or occupy your time. Food as Fuel Before I found my “Feel […]
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