Being healthy is not a new year’s goal; it’s a way of living, and at the start of 2023, it’s important to remember that the first WEALTH is HEALTH. Research indicates that it takes twenty-one days to create a habit and ninety days to make it part of your lifestyle. When it comes to exercise […]
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Habits to keep up your health during the holidays
In a perfect world, the upcoming holidays, especially Christmas, would be a time of slow summer days lazing on lilos and sipping champagne without care. It might be the case for some, but for others, this doesn’t picture their reality. For some, the festive season is spent with friends looking to socialise and party; for […]
It’s all about Amino Acids
Amino Acids, better known as the building blocks of protein, are a crucial component of every cell in your body. They are vital to life and required for the optimal operation of all the biological processes, from the proper brain and immune system functioning to muscle growth and even producing energy. The body requires nine […]
MANAGING THE IMPACT OF STRESS ON YOUR EATING PROGRAM: 10 TIPS
By Kimberly Sammaritano, Eating Psychology Coach and Holistic Life Counsellor WHY IS FOLLOWING AN EATING PROGRAM SO DIFFICULT? Our bodies are chemically driven; controlled by a delicate balance of hormones that, if out of balance, have us naturally looking for easy, high energy foods and quick fixes. THE IMPACT OF STRESS ON YOUR EATING PROGRAM: […]
8 MOST COMMON SPORTS INJURIES AND HOW TO AVOID THEM
[vc_row full_width_header_sticky=”0″ css=”.vc_custom_1599735899419{padding-top: 50px !important;padding-bottom: 50px !important;}”][vc_column][vc_column_text] As an athlete the last thing you want is to cause injury to your body. Unfortunately, these things can happen even to the most conditioned sportsmen and women but the good news is that there are actions you can take to help prevent injury. Here are the 8 […]
WHEN TO TAKE YOUR SUPPLEMENTS FOR MAXIMUM RESULTS
[vc_row full_width_header_sticky=”0″ css=”.vc_custom_1599736314051{padding-top: 50px !important;padding-bottom: 50px !important;}”][vc_column][vc_column_text] Let’s take a closer look at each of your supplements and when you should be taking them: Pre-workout If you haven’t taken your pre-workout at the correct time, you will be able to tell quite easily (provided that you are taking a high-quality pre-workout in the first place!) […]
HOW TO GET THE MOST OUT OF YOUR FAT BURNER
We’re sure that you’ve heard of fat burners. The magic supplement that makes you lose weight faster than you can imagine. Right? Wrong! Fat burners are designed to supplement your diet. What you put into your body is still incredibly important and a fat burner will assist your body in burning fat at a faster […]
4 FALSE SPORT SUPPLEMENT MARKETING CLAIMS YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT
Sport supplements are growing increasingly popular in today’s society. But when you’re shopping for your next supplement it’s important that you research thoroughly. There are many companies out there who, unfortunately, put false marketing claims on their products and it’s important to look out for these. We want to educate our readers and customers so […]
THE BANNED PERFORMANCE-ENHANCING DRUGS YOU MIGHT NOT KNOW ABOUT
We’ve all heard of the commonly known performance-enhancing drugs such as anabolic steroids and amphetamines but how clued up are you on those substances that are less well known? Included in the WADA banned substance list there are also commonly prescribed drugs for well-known ailments, so it’s important to make sure that everything you’re taking […]
10 BIGGEST DOPING SCANDALS THAT SHOOK THE WORLD
Every year 3,000 athletes worldwide test positive for banned substances and there are many sports who have a track record of using performance enhancing drugs including track and field athletics, bodybuilding, baseball, American football, weightlifting, boxing, wrestling, cycling, ice hockey, rugby, swimming and basketball. Why do professional athletes use banned substances? Many people think that […]