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If you’re looking to challenge your entire body — I’m talking legs, butt, core, and arms — in minimal time, I’ve totally got you with a 15-minute full-body workout that’s perfect for beginners and experienced exercisers alike. This routine features compound movements that combine more than one exercise, so you’re really going to get a […]
I don’t know about you, but with the current lockdown, I’ve had a lot more time on my hands. This has meant I’ve been able to do things I wouldn’t usually have the chance to do, like bake bread (I failed miserably at that), dye my hair a fun colour (purple is fun, right?) and […]
With the current pandemic and salons being closed, many of us may be tempted to grab a box of dye and do a touch-up or try out a new colour. And understandably so. But you might want to rethink that drastic hair change before you end up regretting it. In the hopes of helping to […]
So you’ve got the healthy lockdown routine waxed. You’re doing regular streaming workouts, you’re cooking your own healthy meals and you ran out of wine in week two. So why are the waistbands of your leggings still digging in more than usual? The answer may lie in a concept called non-exercise activity thermogenesis or NEAT. […]
The South African Depression and Anxiety Group (SADAG) conducted a survey on Mental Health during the life and times of COVID-19 to understand how people are managing during the lockdown. The survey asked participants about their home life, their mental health before and during the lockdown, and what coping tips helped them to manage their […]
Dryness, flakiness, dehydration, and redness coupled with colder nights and a familiar nip in the morning air. There’s no need to check your weather app — winter is here. And, just as you switch over your wardrobe from sundresses to scarves, now’s also the time to tweak your skincare routine so as to keep it […]
May 10, 2020 When it comes to sex, it’s not uncommon for people to wonder what others are doing. What happens behind closed doors? How often do people have sex? What activities have they tried? A similar case could be made for pornography. Just how much porn do men and women consume? What types of […]
Let’s be real for a sec: Weight loss isn’t always easy. Often times it’s trial and error to find what sort of diet and exercise plan works best for you. And even once you figure that out, you still might find that your bod just isn’t responding to the changes you’ve made. That’s because the process of shedding weight […]
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 PureGym in London, where gym-goers were […]
If you don’t give flexibility exercises much attention in your usual workout routine (I get it, you want to build muscle and break a sweat!), hear me out: Though it may not sound as exciting as a six-pack, flexibility is key to feeling mobile, agile, and strong in our bodies. Stretching — especially when paired with […]
The global pandemic lead to the president of South Africa, President Cyril Ramaphosa declaring a national lockdown to further curb the spread of the coronavirus. During this time, South African businesses, who weren’t considered ‘essential services’ have been drastically affected. Even though the government has proposed Debt Relief Funds to help businesses through this difficult […]
We’ll be the first to admit that my anxiety has skyrocketed since the announcement of the global pandemic. Everyday activities like grocery shopping have become an anxious activity as we grow increasingly worried about our health every time we step outside. Some have been hit by financial difficulties due to losing their jobs. Those who […]
Here Are 15 Ab Workouts With Weights That’ll Add Major Muscle Definition To Your Midsection Load up your exercises to seriously sculpt your core. Jordan Galloway | 6 May 2020 SHARE THIS ON When it comes to core training, there are so many ways to strengthen and sculpt your muscles. You can use bodyweight abs exercises, […]
Growing up, I understood one thing about my dad: He knew everything. This was our relationship, in sum: I asked him questions and he told me the answers. Is there really a man in the moon? How do sailboats work? What is the highest score anyone’s ever gotten in Pac-Man? In my teen years, he […]
Not every option is right for every recipient. Here’s what you need to know. Getting money to loved ones might be a priority right now, especially for those who are sick, unemployed, or unable to venture away from home. You also want to keep yourself and the recipient safe. Bearing in mind that social distancing […]