Subterms
If you struggle with basic movements like squats, lunges or push-ups, there’s no shame in that. Everyone starts somewhere and there’s nothing wrong with you. Of course, that doesn’t make it any less frustrating, we get it. Well, there’s good news and bad news. The bad news is that you can’t avoid them. These three […] More
We all know exercise is a phenomenal way to combat disease, increase energy levels, improve our wellbeing and basically just enhance your quality of life overall, but do different types dish up different benefits to our body, mind and brain? Yes, they do. Here, we take a look at how switching up your workouts can […] More
Considering how good it is for your body and mind, you’d think more exercise (like more vegetables) is always, well, better But does that mean you should be working out every day? It really depends on what you’re doing…to ensure you’re not overdoing it (a.k.a. overtraining), which is why we reached out to fitness pros for […] More
One of the best gifts we’ve received since the South African national lockdown began back in March is being allowed to exercise outdoors again. Who knew that something so small could feel like such a refreshing escape? But as the old saying goes: “Freedom and responsibility go hand in hand.” So let’s talk masks… Our […] More
If spending the past few months at home has taught me anything, it’s that you can never have too many workout clothes in your closet. While I would historically reserve my leggings and workout tees for exercise classes and lazy weekends, I now wear them all day, every day. So, I might as well add […] More
Is your heart still heavy about still not being able to go to the gym? That’s alright — adjusting can take a bit of time sometimes. With millions of people staying home during the national lockdown, the time is ripe for a friendly challenge. While we are all spending extra time at home, why not […] More
Since the world went into lockdown, there have been loads of fitness challenges doing the rounds on social media. Most recently, the 25-a-day push-up challenge has taken over Facebook. If you haven’t seen your friends dropping and doing 25, here’s the low-down: You do 25 push-ups a day for 25 days to raise awareness for […] More
At the very core of any good workout routine, you’ll find one move: squats. They’re a natural part of having a fit, strong bod, in fact, that you’ve been doing them since birth. “Even before babies can walk, they can squat — and squat with perfect form,” says trainer and physical therapist Laura Miranda, founder of PURSUIT. […] More
