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Am I experiencing muscle soreness (DOMS), or am I injured? 

Am I experiencing muscle soreness (DOMS), or am I injured? Injuries are usually instant pain, or very soon after finishing exercise. Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness (DOMS) usually kicks in the day after, sometimes even two or three days later. DOMS can hang around for a...

Supplements That I Take

Lately we've been having conversations around supplements and I've been asked what I use. So I will give you a run down of what I take. Please note that these are supplements - meaning they are supplementing my diet. Supplements are not a magic pill and can not 'fix'...

“What do I do about my biggest problem area?”

"What do I do about my biggest problem area?" For some, it's their arms or 'bingo wings'. Others would probably say their legs. And majority of people are going to say it's their tummy. So what can you do about your biggest problem area? I'll tell you. Apologise,...

The Best Options When Getting Takeaway…

Want to get takeaway or eat out, without sabotaging your health and fitness progress, AND still enjoy your food?   Here are the 5 biggest impact ways to do so:   1. Prioritize veggies. Try to look for and choose a dish with loads of veggies. This doesn't mean you have...

3 Easy Ways to Stop Stress Snacking

Stress snacking usually sneaks up on us, and before we know it, we're licking our fingers clean, and looking for another packet or two... But when things around us are changing and life feels like it's almost stopped, yet our minds are going at a million miles an...

5 Ways to Calm Down Quickly When You’re Overwhelmed 

It's normal to get upset and worry at times, but when you feel overwhelmed, anxious and stressed, what can you do? It usually happens so fast that it feels like a sneak attack that we didn't see coming, so it's good for you to be prepared and have a few strategies to...

Protein… Why all the hype?

Generally when someone hears that I am plant based, they ask me if I'm eating enough protein. Or they ask where I get my protein from.. Let me start by saying this: Meat is not the only, nor the best, source of protein. Yes, protein is important in our diets, but you...

How do you get rid of cellulite?

How do you get rid of cellulite? Creams? Special brushes? Laser or surgery? Who honestly knows? I don't. What I do know, is that cellulite is not something to be hated, just like you shouldn't hate your leg for being your leg. Know someone who doesn't have it and...

Confidence and happiness

Does confidence make you happy or does happiness make you confident? If we are confident, we aren't always necessarily happy, but if we are not happy, we generally aren't confident. So when we drill down, confidence is a big driver behind happiness. And to be...

How many times per week should you work out?

Ask your friends, family or even your doctor how often you should work out to get results and you will receive different advice. In short, they will all tell you to either eat less, move more or both. It's technically correct, but not helpful advice. But if we just...

My Journey to the City to Bay

My training journey to my first City to Bay Week 1: Run 1: This is awesome. I ran faster and further than I thought I would! Sun 8am. Fartlek - 4km in 33mins Run 2: Probably chatted a little too much during  the run. Didn't push, but was happy to just get moving. Tues...

How to Practice Gratitude

How to practice gratitude and thankfulness.. In the chaos of everyday life, it can be easy to get swept up and become overwhelmed with getting everything we need to get done, or getting to the next appointment, or checking the next task of the to-do list. We get so...

What’s in my lunch box

What’s in my lunch box – A day inside my food diary   Last week I told you all about my must have gym essentials! Those were the essentials for my workouts, but nutrition is just as important, if not more. I wanted to give you a sneak peek into what a typical day...

Gym Bag Essentials

Gym Bag Essentials: What’s in my Gym Bag? Maybe you are new to working out, or you’re just starting a new routine, or maybe you’re just interested…what things can you keep handy in your gym bag to help maximize your workouts, keep yourself organized, and what do I...

How to relax and stress less

It can be easy to get swept up in the stress and chaos of your daily life, so today's article is all about how to relax and stress less. Between work, study, relationships, errands and household tasks, life can start to feel overwhelming pretty quick. So how do you...

How technology affects your sleep

It’s common these days for our phones to be by our side at all times and to be on them until we fall asleep each night. And if you are like me, your phone is even your alarm clock. While it seems to be the normal way to unwind, technology has a big impact on the...

How to Organize Your Life

Do you ever think OMG how is it August already? Well don't fear, it's time to organize your life like never before. It’s just that time of year. The following tips will help you feel calmer, minimize your stress, and have you feeling like you’ve got everything...

Why don’t I have abs yet!?

Do you ever ask yourself, why don’t I have abs yet!? Although most people think they need to “work their abs” more, a chiselled core is made mostly in the kitchen. But you know that right? If you're looking to get rid of that belly fat, here are 5 easy tips to help...

Boxing Benefits for Men

Men who include boxing into their routine can reap loads of benefits such as increased muscle tone, burning stored fat, building stronger bones, increasing cardiovascular and muscular endurance, improving your strength and power, and also helping with stress relief....

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