As a new year begins the media eagerly offers solutions to all our health and well-being challenges. They provide options to help us achieve our long term and short term fitness goals. Many ‘overhaul’ programs are simply not individualized, nor sustainable. Find out how to set yourself up for a fitter and healthier year in 2019!
The lead up to Christmas can be a very busy time for many. If you want to feel great this ‘silly season’ you might need a few Christmas stress relief tips up your sleeve!
We should all allow ourselves to break away from routine during this time, so that we feel refreshed and motivated in the New Year. However you can still consider finding a balance between the good stuff and the not so good stuff…and you will thank yourself for it. Here I share four tips to help keep your body in tip top shape over the festive season.
Exercise is widely known as being a crucial part of a fit and healthy lifestyle. As a health and fitness professional, this was where it all began for me. I completed a Bachelor of Physical Education majoring in exercise prescription as a result of my love for fitness.
Back then I didn’t have such a holistic approach to health and fitness. But I have definitely always loved exercise in some shape or form.
Ok, so there are plenty of forms of exercise that I haven’t enjoyed too. When I was at high school I was “no good” at team sports. I was picked last for teams. I now know that I just needed a little more practice and confidence.
Luckily I found some sports and physical activities that I really resonated with, and also turned out to be pretty good at. I simply loved the FEELING that I got from doing these activities, and that is what led me to become so passionate about helping others to feel the same.
Maybe you haven’t found your ‘groove’ with fitness yet. That’s ok! I’m here to show you that there are so many options when it comes to getting fitter. There’s something out there that you’re really going to love and when you feel those endorphins flow there will be no going back!
These posts all relate to exercise habits, fitness tips and workout ideas. I can’t wait to show you how you can make fitness a regular and enjoyable part of your life (and reap the benefits from doing so!)
Yoga can offer effective back pain relief when it is approached the right way. Try these 5 easy yoga poses for back pain.
Tips for using exercise as stress relief. The role of cortisol and how to decrease cortisol levels. Daily activities to relieve stress.
Sleep or exercise? Which one should you prioritize? Find out out what happens to your body when you lack sleep and learn the top 3 reasons that you shouldn’t workout when you’re tired and lack sleep.
Rewards for fitness goals – do they actually work? Rehan knows this topic well and shares his (research-backed) advice on effective implementation of fitness rewards or other health rewards to achieve your fitness goals
Exercise adherence is crucial for achieving your fitness goals. Here are some important factors that will help you stick to your fitness plan!
After giving birth, most women like to focus on regaining their pre-pregnancy body. Following a routine of postpartum belly exercises can be challenging during this delicate time. However it will be beneficial for both your health and physical fitness in the long run. Fortunately, with the help of several practical tips for flat tummy after pregnancy, you will get in shape in no time.
Self-care is a trendy topic lately, and most women would agree that caring for themselves with relaxing spa treatments...
My complete pre natal fitness journey from conception to 40 weeks. I am a health and fitness trainer but a completely human one with many challenges!
Holistic wellness and fitness forms the foundation for this entire health and fitness site. In this blog post I want to create a comprehensive resource that answers the questions I commonly get. My intention is for it to be a page that links out to all the holistic wellness and fitness questions you may have.
Mental health is affected by psychology, social environment, biological factors, and lifestyle considerations such as nutrition and exercise.
