Stress, Cortisol, and Your Performance and Health
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Stress, Cortisol, and Your Performance and Health

Achieving your goals for health and fitness takes time, action and determination. You need to watch your diet, physical activity, sleep and more. But beyond that, research shows that your stress levels can also make or break your ability to meet fitness goals. Stress and cortisol are closely linked: with high levels of stress comes high […]

4 January, 2023

Meal Planning Tips to Save You Time (and Money)
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Meal Planning Tips to Save You Time (and Money)

As a busy professional, a parent, a student, or anyone who juggles responsibility, finding the time to cook healthy meals at home can be a challenge. Between work, errands, and managing a household, it’s easy to fall into the habit of ordering takeout or grabbing something quick and convenient, even if it’s not the most […]

3 January, 2023

5 Weight Management Habits You Can Implement Right Now
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5 Weight Management Habits You Can Implement Right Now

Managing your weight can seem like a daunting task, but it doesn’t have to be. By incorporating small, daily habits into your routine, you can make a big impact on your overall health and well-being. Here are five easy weight management habits you can start implementing right now: Analyse nutritional information for any recipe 1. […]

31 December, 2022

How to Build a Healthy, Lasting Relationship with Exercise 
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How to Build a Healthy, Lasting Relationship with Exercise 

Fitness is a process and a journey. Your decisions influence who you are today and impact your future self. Reflecting on life and feeling proud of how you steer things is empowering. You hold the key to your exercise longevity. You and only you can control the habits you build around exercise. Just like your […]

31 December, 2022

Strength Training Without Lifting Heavy Weights
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Strength Training Without Lifting Heavy Weights

When you think of strength training, what images come to mind? Do you imagine muscular men lifting Olympic weights above their heads? Or intimidating free weights sections in the gym? These are stereotypical images, but the good news is that strength training comprises so much more than huge weights and bulging muscles.  Strength training is […]

31 December, 2022

Muscle Mass: What Should we Aim For? 
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Muscle Mass: What Should we Aim For? 

Everyone has different goals for increasing muscle mass. Some goals could be focused around reducing body fat percentage, preparing for bodybuilding competitions, or simply become stronger. Muscle mass is important for everyday physical functions such as walking. And, you know, lifting heavy furniture on moving day!  All jokes aside, having enough muscle mass is part […]

30 December, 2022

Mindful Eating and How to Practice It
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Mindful Eating and How to Practice It

Are you aware of how your mood and feelings affect your eating habits? Some people eat when they are stressed, while others forget to eat. The media inundates society with messages on “good” foods and “bad” foods; it’s nearly impossible to eat anything without hearing a faint whisper of judgment from somewhere. Mindful eating can help […]

29 December, 2022

How Often Should You Take Rest Days?
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How Often Should You Take Rest Days?

While it may appear contradictory, rest is crucial to your fitness journey. Wise athletes understand the role of rest in a training plan. They also know to listen to their body and take extra rest days when required. It would be impossible for Rafael Nadal to perform as though he was in a Grand Slam […]

28 December, 2022