I became a 'mother' at the age of 25 and boy what a shock that was. I felt I was prepared for the arrival of my son, after all I'd had 9 months of knowing he was to arrive. Realisations But I soon realised that I was not quite as ready and prepared for what was to...
The warm up is an essential component of any fitness routine but is often overlooked by many. If you find yourself ignoring the warm up and hoeing right into your exercise routine, then think again because you could be short-changing your fitness goals. A proper warm...
As far as exercise fads go, CrossFit training is making waves among fitness enthusiasts who’d rather their calorie burning activities took place outdoors, in convivial groups. This is fitness boot camp at its best, an instruction manual dispersed to a motivated crowd,...
This is the second article in a series of six essential Pilates exercises that will give you all the information and explanation you need to practice at home for health, wellness and holistic body conditioning. THE SCISSORS Abdominals and hamstrings as co-workers?...
Have you ever thought about what was behind cravings for certain foods? If you have ever had an urgent desire for pickled gherkins, or felt like you couldn't get through the day without a nice fillet of atlantic salmon on your plate, you may know what I mean. It's...
All too often we turn to pharmaceuticals and reach for something off the shelf when we are feeling off-colour or feel that we'd like to be healthier. Many modern drugs and products that are packaged are worth seeking out in their natural state – the first line of...
With a new season round the corner, it’s a great time to start making some small changes around the home for the better. When we buy cleaning products for our home, we expect them to … clean! But while chemicals in our cleaners leave our home sparkling and germ free,...
Aromatherapy is a popular therapy that has many applications, particularly for women. Because our sense of smell is intimately tied to our past and past experiences, it makes sense that when wanting to evoke a particular mood or emotion, that we turn to aromatic or...
Is it possible to control pain, whether chronic or intermittent, with deep breathing techniques? Studies show that slowed breathing confirms a long-held belief that yogic breathing can alleviate pain, and in fact, those who suffer high chronic pain levels need to also...
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