It’s hard to fit in a workout when you have kids. So here’s a hack: As the little ones get older, you can start roping them into your training sessions by disguising the workouts as games. And it doesn’t have to be all cardio sprints and star jumps, either. Practising body-weight moves is an effective […] More
5 Burpee Variations That’ll Finally Stop You Hatin’ On This Powerhouse Move Reignite the flame. Feel it burn! “We love burpees,” said nobody, ever. When did these powerhouse moves become the least favourite child of the exercise pack? Could it stem from that time your gym instructor made you do 15 consecutive burpees? Whatever the […] More
It’s safe to say that we’ve all noticed our grocery totals have been on the up and up over the past few years, and it doesn’t seem to be getting better. But just how much more expensive have some of the most popular food retail items become? Stats SA recently released a report that answers […] More
I’ve had a couple of bad experiences with Zumba and similar dance classes. The dates vary, but the experience is always the same: Music blaring, energy running high, everyone hyped up and moving in beautiful unison and then as the class goes left, I go right. I bump into someone. They try not to look […] More
Here are some tips on what to eat before an endurance race to fuel yourself properly, help avoid cramps and finish strong! These tried and tested methods, plus tips from experts will see you through your race day. The biggest — and most important — nutrition rule to follow in the build-up to and on […] More
Nothing screams “new year, new body” like a 5:45am sweat sesh. Every. Morning. Don’t feel bad for me though — I’m part of the 5am club, so watching the sun rise as I attempt to hold a 30-second plank is fun for me. Legit! I tried out Adventure Boot Camp in Pinelands and these are […] More
Start (and maintain) a regular yoga practice right at home with this easy-to-use app. It offers sequences ranging from 10 to 90 minutes and easily caters to all experience levels. The best part: Some stand-out music that flows with your practice. To top it off, each time you sign on, the app generates a new vinyasa […] More
The first quarter of the year is generally a busy one for runners across South Africa. Some of the biggest running events are on the horizon, so you’ll most likely have your head in the game already. Prep is key. So, are you ready to level up your game with these running workouts? Strength and […] More
