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Food tips, myths and facts

September 17, 2019

How to kick your sugar habit

Everyone is aware of the dangers of sugar and how it affects the body, which is why people choose to avoid sugar as much as possible. While our ancestors used sugar as a source of energy to handle their daily work, today, sugar is found in everything we eat. According to the American Heart Association, the maximum amount of added sugars you should eat in a day are 150 calories per day for men and 100 calories for women. For men, this is about nine teaspoons, and six teaspoons for women. ...
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Exercise tips, Running

August 20, 2019

How to prevent ankle sprain on the trail

If you’re out on the trail on a long run, the last thing you need is an injury - especially an ankle injury. Ankle sprains are commonplace on trails because of uneven terrain and loose gravel. They can also happen because of weak, tight, or tired ankles. With runners ankle sprains happen frequently. Sprains happen as ankles turn in at a degree that causes ligaments to stretch, twist, or tear. Ligaments hold bones together at the different joints in the body. Muscles are held to bones wit...
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Managing stress

August 4, 2019

How to practice self-care when you don’t have time

The fact that you have a crazy schedule shouldn’t mean you can’t carve time out of your day to take care of yourself. Self-care is crucial to your overall health and wellbeing. Going to the gym, writing in your journal, or even getting extra sleep are all great for your health, especially if you are constantly stressed out. Although it may not seem realistic, everyone can make time for themselves. Here are some ways you can practice self-care, even if you think you don’t have extra t...
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Improving wellbeing

July 18, 2019

Boost your motivation by tracking your health data

Having a health tracker will provide you with all the data you need to show how far you’ve come and where you need to get to with your fitness and other important aspects of your wellbeing. Keeping motivated is one of the biggest hurdles of getting fit, but tracking your progress really helps. Not only does it allow you to see how far you’ve come, it also means you can set goals to work towards and make real improvements. To be reassured Many of us think we know the theory behind the...
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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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