You’ve done a million squats, monthly leg challenges and countless tracking of your walking miles, but no matter how many lower body exercises you do, you still feel frustrated with your inner thighs. Our social media culture has made the “thigh gap” misguided standard beauty ideal to look fit, healthy and attractive. There are some important things you need to … [Read more...]
4 Psychological Benefits of Exercise
Exercise is often associated with getting fit, losing weight, building stamina and strength, and improving health. One element often overlooked is the psychological benefits of exercise. The importance of mental health is being recognized as many of us are becoming exhausted and overwhelmed with our never ending to-do lists. You know exercise is good for your body, but do … [Read more...]
Staying In Shape While COVID-19 Lurks
Are you worried about how to keep fit whilst staying indoors during the coronavirus outbreak? Do not worry, we have your back to help you put a plan together to keep active in the comfort of your own home. With the global health crisis we have been thrown into a whirlwind and are being advised to stay home. Maybe you loved that initial idea of being able to stay in your pjs … [Read more...]
7 Restorative Yoga Poses to Help Relax Your Mind
Life is stressful and learning to find a way that helps you relax and unwind is essential to help keep your health in check. Your mind and body are constantly on the go with scrolling social feeds, rushing in the car to then sit in traffic, running to appointments, working all day, squeezing in dates with your partner, friends and family, it is no surprise you feel … [Read more...]
Surprising Yoga Varieties to Up Your Om Game
Bored with your standard yoga practice? Or do you avoid yoga for the mundane mat routine it appears to be? If you answered yes to either, you’re in luck! More and more unique yoga varieties are popping up, and some with surprisingly standout twists--and by that we don’t mean triangle pose. Standard Yoga Fare Yoga is steeped in tradition, dating back thousands of years … [Read more...]