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REMEMBER TO BREATHE
Underwater swimming is the ONLY time you should hold your breath, so keep those airways working.
Low carbs for weight loss
Eating fewer carbs can help you lose weight. Fact. It tends to be more pronounced in people who consume less than 50g of carbohydrates every day. Experts believe that the high-protein content of a low carb diet can benefit you more than the lower-protein content of low-fat diets. Because of this higher protein content, you […]
Why is sleep crucial
Not only do we need sleep when we’re tired but sleep has many more benefits and purposes to the body than you may realise. Our bodies need long periods of sleep in order to rejuvenate, grow muscle, repair damaged tissue, synthesise hormones and sleep can even help you retain memories and perform mental tasks better. […]
Exercises to do at your desk
It is important to keep moving and stay active during the day instead of remaining sedentary. So here are a few exercises you can perform to stay mobile! 1. Stand up from your chair, lunge forward with one leg, stand back up straight and sit down, then stand up again and lunge forward with the […]
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Fun Facts: Weight Training
Weight training helps build a strong core and maintains a good posture. It can also lower bad cholesterol and blood pressure. Weight lifting can also produce dopamine, norepinephrine and serotonin which makes it a natural anti-depressant.
Include resistance exercises in your workouts
Training with weights and other forms of resistance such as bands have the potential to improve your general lifestyle. With a good mix of resistance and endurance training your body will be able to effectively maintain, tone and grow muscle. Resistance training can also help boost your metabolism which can help you maintain a healthy […]
Exercise to music, don’t suffer in silence
The right song or melody has the power to boost a mood and can change your perspective of the situation you may find yourself in. Don’t want to do that last set? Stick on some heavy metal, get angry and smash it like a Woodstock mosh pit! Music also has the potential to psychologically help […]
Brown rice vs white rice
Although white rice is traditionally fluffier and more appealing, it does not possess anywhere near the level of nutritional value as brown rice does. Brown rice is rich in protein, fibre and various nutrients whereas white rice has little to no nutritional value. It is a small change and price to pay for a healthy […]