11 Jul 4 Great Exercises To Keep Your Body Fit During Winter
Here are 4 fun fitness alternatives that we can all consider if we want to stay active during the Winter season....
11 Jul Maximise Your Post-Exercise Recovery
Recovery after exercise is essential for your muscles and tissues to repair the microtears they sustain during exercise and become stronger. Muscles need anywhere between 24 to 48 hours to repair and rebuild, but you can speed up this process by implementing these recovery strategies. ...
11 Jul Meet The Makers: A Fish Named Faithful
A 4.5m-long by 2.5m-high wire and plastic sculpture of A Fish Named Faithful has been unveiled at the V&A Waterfront to highlight the impact of plastic waste on marine life. But what is the story behind Faithful and who brought it to life? A Fish Named Faithful was...
12 Jun Top 5 Superfoods For Mothers
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From the moment of conception, your body is changing. It is a 9-month-long journey that doesn’t end there. Birth is akin to a marathon and breastfeeding, especially long term breastfeeding (and the World Health Organisation, WHO, recommends at least 2 years) is akin to being...
12 Jun Veggie Substitutes for Everyday Use
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Going vegan/vegetarian can be a shock to the system, especially if you are one who likes the taste of meat. Thankfully, there are a number of food manufacturers catering to consumers who are trying to live a more ethical and environmentally conscious lifestyle. Disclaimer: if you...
12 Jun Tracking Your Fitness Progress
How are those health and fitness goals going that you set at the start of the year? When embarking on an active health journey it’s relatively easy to track your progress. You can weigh yourself, compare pictures of yourself between months, and assess the way...
05 Jun 5 Body Positive South African Instagrammers You Should Follow
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So, you've probably seen or heard the phrase "body positivity" floating around a lot lately. But what does it mean, and are you excluded if you aren't 'plus-size'? Body positivity is unlearning the idea that only certain bodies and physical appearances are worth acceptance and praise,...
04 Jun Water Wise: Even in the Rainy Seasons
In 2017, we all waited with baited breath as Cape Town dealt with a crippling water shortage. We saw videos of citizens lining up at natural springs, stockpiling water for what was promised to be a bleak few months of empty dams. Though they have...
21 May Top Health Tips For Men
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I wouldn’t say that health tips are one of the most common conversations amongst guys. ‘Jack, what’s the condition of your prostate?’ Is something I’ve never heard around a braai. Thankfully, this ostrich-like tendency to avoid topics of health and wellness is on the wane....
21 May Winter Overnight Oats
With cold winter mornings on the increase, stay in bed a little longer and prepare your breakfast the night before with overnight oats! Serves 2 INGREDIENTS 1 cup rolled oats 2 Tbsps. chia seeds 1 orange, chopped 2 Tbsps. cacao nibs ¼ cup...