While running outside on a sunny, 25 degree day is an absolute dream, we can’t control the weather and don’t always have the luxury of perfect conditions (especially if you live in Cape Town). As a result, we need the absolute best running jacket to keep us protected from whatever Mother Nature might throw our […] More
The livestream workout has become my new obsession during lockdown. You can try nearly any style of workout in the sanctity of your own home with no one to judge your bent knees in downward dog or your mismatched, unironed gym clothes. You can take the beginner option on a move because it’s day one […] More
We’ve heard it before: “Heavy weights are a no-no for women — you’ll become bulky.” And then there’s this fitness gem: “One hundred crunches every day won’t give you a six pack.” The misconceptions swirling around exercising are numerous enough to make your head spin. Research was done by 1/ Cardio is the number one […] More
Real talk: There’s no quick way to become more flexible. That’s not to say you should cross it off your list of fitness goals, though, it just means you’ll have to work harder to get there. A great place to start is with yoga. And one move that definitely needs to be added to your practice is […] More
As a personal trainer and athlete who manages her training — and training others — along with her fasting, we wanted to tap into Zaakirah‘s exercise tips for Ramadan. A lot of it is about timing and type of exercise. Zaakirah is also a global Nike trainer and has her own workout on the worldwide […] More
Want to start running? The benefits are pretty legit, considering even just 10 minutes of leisurely running per day can help you live longer, found one 2014 study. (Some research, published in , actually suggests runners live a full longer than non-runners, if you needed extra convincing.) Plus, pounding the pavement also just makes you feel . “Almost […] More
Whether you started a new walking habit around your home to cope with lockdown angst or you’ve spent the last 35 days missing your regular walks or jogs like the deserts miss the rain, hearing that we can finally walk outdoors is a welcome relief to all of us! So we’ve created a walking challenge […] More
If you’re still thrown off by the quick shift from low-fat-everything to the keto craze, you’re not the only one. (I’m still a little shook, tbh.) You don’t have to go full-blown keto to reap the benefits of eating healthy fats, though. “Healthy fats are satiating, flavourful, and necessary for so many metabolic processes,” explains nutritionist […] More
