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Exercise tips

July 9, 2019

Unexpected benefits of doing exercise

Exercise is not just good for getting fit and losing weight, it offers a number of fringe benefits that should not be discounted. Everyone knows the headline benefits of doing exercise - from staying healthy to keeping trim - but there are a number of other positive side effects you might not have thought about. They may not be the reason why you start a fitness regime, but they’re worth not overlooking. Reduces stress Going for a run probably isn’t the first thing that comes to mind...
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Food tips, myths and facts

June 25, 2019

A guide to a healthy and tasty diet

We all know that nutrition is key to our health and wellbeing. Research shows that to live a long and healthy life, besides exercising regularly, avoiding smoking and drinking alcohol only occasionally, we should follow a balanced diet and maintain a healthy weight. A poor diet low in nutrients and rich in unhealthy fats, salt and sugar can increase blood pressure and cholesterol levels, promote weight gain and contribute to the risk of developing health problems such as heart attack and type...
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Staying motivated

June 22, 2019

How to stay fit and healthy on holiday

Letting your hair down on holiday doesn’t mean all your fitness and health goals must go out of the window. Many of us focus our health goals with holidays in mind, but it can be difficult to keep up the good work once we’re actually away. While you may not want to be as strict with yourself during your vacation as you would be at home, but it would be a shame to undo all the good work. Your ability to get in a bit of exercise on your trip will depend on what type of holiday you’r...
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Exercise tips

June 10, 2019

What time of day should you exercise?

Morning, lunchtime and afternoon exercise sessions all have their pros and cons, but it’s a good idea to be consistent with your workout times. Fitting exercise into a daily routine can be difficult, but it’s important to take opportunities when they arise. It’s also not just about when you have the time to do that workout, but also how it will make you feel and whether you will be up to it. Everybody is different and has their own preferences in terms of exercise times, but each ...
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Sleeping better

May 25, 2019

Guide on how to get good night’s sleep when you are travelling for work/business

A brief introduction Some job positions are more dynamic than the others, as they include plenty of voyages. It’s not only about commuting on a daily basis but flying here and there sometimes two or three times a week. Moreover, it’s not rare that one ends up in several different time zones during a short period of time. That’s why we collected some useful information in our guide on how to get a good night’s sleep when you are travelling for work/business. Sleeping is all about ...
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Staying motivated

May 20, 2019

Get in shape for summer

Start now with your fitness goals and by summer you’ll be in great shape to hit the beach or wow at a special event. There’s nothing quite as motivating as the prospect of the summer for getting in shape, seeing as it comes with swimwear and outfits that show a bit more flesh. This means that by spring, many of us are looking to tone up and perhaps lose a little of the weight that built up in the colder months. As always, the best way to do this is through a combination of exercise ...
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Improving wellbeing

May 10, 2019

How to spring clean your health

Spring is the perfect time to break away from any bad habits you may have developed over winter and get your health back on track for the summer. Now that the long dark months are over, it’s time to take a look at your health, just like you do your home. Giving your body a spring clean is a great way to undo any bad habits that may have crept in over the winter and set up practices to make you feel happy and healthy. Take stock The first step of a new regime is to look at wha...
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Improving wellbeing

May 3, 2019

Music therapy: how music boosts your mood and helps stay happy

Music has a generally positive effect on our mood. You may have a specially selected set of songs, artists or genre that you listen to for every mood you have, and these can uplift your spirits and make you feel better. Music is a powerful tool that can be used to affect and change our mood. It has been scientifically proven that music can affect a person’s emotions, thoughts, and even decisions and help heal quickly from various physical conditions – for instance, post surgery wounds, fe...
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Food tips, myths and facts

April 27, 2019

Best ways to burn more calories all day by increasing your metabolism

You’ve likely heard people talking about metabolism and how it helps you to lose weight. Your metabolism is basically the chemical processes in your body that keep it alive and functioning. When people refer to metabolism, they are generally referring to the metabolic rate, which is a measure of how many calories your body burns. The higher your metabolic rate, the more calories your body burns and the less trouble you’ll have losing weight. A fast metabolism also does wonders for your mo...
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Food tips, myths and facts

April 20, 2019

Beat the bloat this Easter with these top strategies

Easter is traditionally a time of overindulgence, but once the biggest event of the spring is over, you can end up feeling bloated and lethargic. That’s not great if you’ve undone all of your good work from the beginning of the year and are starting to think about your summer wardrobe. Make sure you emerge from the celebrations feeling your best without thinking you’ve missed out with these simple steps: Swap milk for dark chocolate eggs Everyone enjoys an Easter egg, but make it k...
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