Wondering if it’s safe to practice yoga during pregnancy? Prepare your body and mind for childbirth, with this prenatal yoga advice from YogaBellies founder Cheryl MacDonald. Pregnancy yoga classes involve so much more than simply adapting postures to keep you and your bump safe. ‘A lot of what we do is about making pregnancy comfortable […]
The temperature is still warm enough to fire up and the grills. Here are three ways you can cook chicken and feel great about eating outside with your family and friends. These recipe ideas go far beyond the usual ways you can spice up chicken. 1. Cinnamon ChickenThis method is one a Lebanese friend taught
Prepping your body for the physical toll of pregnancy can help when trying for a baby. Leading pre- and postnatal fitness expert Hollie Grant reveals five Pilates exercises that offer support and help to prepare the body for pregnancy… Thinking about or trying to start a family? If you’re hoping carry a baby in the
The Women’s Fitness Nutrition Awards are back for 2024 and are bigger and better than ever! Entries are now closed. Stay tuned for testing and results! We’re going to be featuring the very best products across General Health, Endurance, and Strength. We know that navigating the world of nutrition can be bewildering, with every company marketing their
Not everyone can afford those high gym fees and still that should not preclude them from getting the benefits of a full body workout. It is possible to get a full body workout at home using only the items found in almost any household. The venerable Jack La Lane has been doing it for years.
Many people prefer warm showers over cold ones. The struggle to get under cold showers is real. But did you know that taking cold showers daily is surprisingly good for you? Cool water has calming effects on your mind and body. Once you start taking cold showers, there is no going back. In this article,
Looking to reach a healthier weight for your body type? We reveal the best gym classes and fat burning workouts for weight loss & toning… Taking part in a weekly exercise class is a great way to boost motivation and add some variety into your training (some gyms are running classes outside during lockdown). But
Is it safe to work out when you’re feeling under the weather? While many active people might feel uneasy at the thought of total bedrest, not focusing on full recovery in those first few days of feeling unwell could make your health deteriorate faster. Dr Rebecca Robinson (Consultant Physician in Sport & Exercise Medicine at
Move over porridge! Breakfast salads are the best way to start your day, discovers Louise Pyne. Science is constantly changing its mind on so many health topics, and it’s no different when it comes to the subject of breakfast. The first meal of the day was once lauded as the most important but, in recent
Keeping up with exercises to improve your balance is important for both our mental and physical health, as it not only improves our general fitness levels, but can give us more independence as we age by giving us better stability and control over our bodies. As we age, it is important to continue to build
