There are lots of myths and superstitions surrounding stretching. Nobody really knows when to include them within a work out, how long to do them for and what specific stretches you should actually do. Every class you go to, every fitness DVD and every person in the gym will incorporate stretches into their workouts differently. …
Research has shown that there are significant health benefits in eating five portions of a variety fruit and vegetables (in total, not of each) per day. We are recommended to eat a minimum of 400g of these healthy goodies as it is said to lower the risk of health conditions such as stroke, heart disease …
Looking after your skin is just as important as showering in the morning or protecting your hair from style damage…yet many people admit their skincare routine is practically non-existent. They will shun the moisturiser but opt for the heat protection spray whilst spending day in day out wondering why their skin doesn’t look like everyone …
For some healthy living is just a hobby; something that they enjoy and try to stick to because it makes them feel good. However, some people turn healthy living into a career and it can be one of the most rewarding things in the world. If you’re struggling to find your career path in life …
Okay so we may a little ahead of ourselves but we just love the sun! As soon as the weather gets that little bit warmer and we have to put our shades on when we pop out for our lunch, we get a lil’ giddy. Shorts and tee shirt weather is a while off yet, …
We’ve all seen photos in newspapers and magazines of celebrities who snapped right back to their pre-pregnancy size after giving birth. Victoria Beckham, Billie Faiers, Katie Price… Or did they? They were probably wearing Spanx underneath each of their carefully chosen outfits, prepped and primed ready for that postnatal £1million photo shoot in that glossy …
Do as many sit ups as you can manage each night whilst waiting for your television programme to come on. Sit up straight, watch your posture. Drink eight glasses of water a day and always have a bottle of water in your bag during the day. Stand up and stretch during work hours or …
You hear the word ‘meditation’ and immediately think of a load of women in racer back vests and grey leggings, barefoot, at sunset up Ally Pally. Are we right? Sure, that happens, but meditation is actually pretty incredible once you master it. Even your first couple of goes can leave you feeling refreshed. Meditation is …
It’s a fact: we all have to work. If you’re not lucky enough to work from home – business meeting in your pyjamas and the like – you simply have to either drive and sit in rush hour traffic, catch a bus and sit in rush hour traffic, or catch a train and be crammed …
Have you ever thought about becoming a personal trainer? You haven’t? Fair enough – for some people it really isn’t an option however if you’re in limbo about your career but you’re into fitness and healthy living taking one of the many personal training courses out there might be an option for you. Working your …
