When it comes to working out for a women, there’s a few things you should consider before deciding on what type of exercise you do. Finding the right one for your body is important and you’ll be surprised how your monthly cycle can play quite a key role.
You’ve probably heard the hype recently that Turmeric is the go to spice when it comes to the various health benefits, and you‘ll be pleased to know turmeric does actually live up to the hype.
Chicken tenders with a delicious coconut coating. Baked, not fried, these coconut tenders are sure to be a hit with kids of all ages.
Sweet potato what?! You’ll be surprised at how delicious these brownies are without the guilt you get diving in to a typical brownie. Gluten and dairy free it’s also perfect for the kids!
Add this delicious, crunchy and healthy granola to your breakfast routine. Energy-boosting, it’s a great way to start your day - and it’s good for you!
Fluffy, whole grain, naturally sweetened, totally delicious banana muffins you need to try! They’re about as healthy as muffins can be and would you believe can be all made in one bowl - yes it’s that easy!
Good grooming, involves the whole man. More than just the clothes he wears or the way he cuts his hair, grooming reflects nothing …
How often should I do it? What kind of exercise should I do? If you have these questions then these 11 workout tips for beginners might be worth the read!
Personal trainer Rachel Grunwell, who coaches runners, and is also a yoga teacher who specialises in working with athletes, talks about getting started with running and how to stay motivated.
It’s been said that you are what you eat, and there is no denying that the food we eat impacts our health throughout our lives. Are you keeping hydrated and from the right sources?
While the problem of workplace stress is not new, awareness of managing it, and the responsibility that employers play, has gained significant traction in recent years.
It’s a part of life that lean muscle mass naturally diminishes in your body with age. As a result you will increase the percentage of fat in your body if you don't do anything to replace the lean muscle you lose over time. Strength training can help you preserve and enhance your muscle mass at any age.
We nourish our body several times every day with food but meditation is so important to nourish our mind and our soul and there's plenty of benefits. Find out more and how you can start to add a little meditation into your life.
Squash Auckland’s General Manager, A-Grade Player, and Lifelong Squash Enthusiast John Fletcher explains why you should be playing the world’s healthiest sport and how to get started.
Many of us are now aware that nutrition and exercise are important elements of living a healthy lifestyle and reaching our wellbeing goals. However, how we exercise - and more specifically how we recover from exercise - also plays a huge role in our fitness results.
Foam rolling can be hugely beneficial to hardworking muscles—as long as you do it right! Read on for tips from Refresh and Recover.
Gut health is on the rise and for good reason. Our bodies are comprised of trillions of microscopic organisms with a huge chunk of these living in your gut. While everybody will have their own unique gut microbiome made up of tens of trillions of microorganisms, including at least 1000 different species of known bacteria, diversity of these is key in supporting a healthy gut.
As we discussed in part one of this series on recovery, training too hard without appropriate rest and recovery can hinder your progress. In part two, we’ll dive deeper into these elements and look into how to incorporate strategies into the recovery process
It is a well-known fact that not everyone is the same. You are different in many ways to your partner, sister, friends, brother, mother, colleagues, and you know it and accept it. After all, what makes you unique is your points of difference.
Nike Training Club showcased workouts online so you can try them at home. Nike Master Trainer Kirsty Godso leads you through a 40min workout bringing her signature energy to high intensity training and cardio. No equipment needed!
One of the most popular videos from Cosmic Kids is the 'Frozen' yoga adventure. With over 11mil views this is kids yoga set to the story of the 'Frozen' movie which the kids will love!
This banana bread is everything banana bread should be. It is lightly sweet and moist. It is also packed with protein from all the eggs and coconut flour. It makes a delicious breakfast or snack!
Join Nikki Ralston for a yoga practice designed to bring balance to the body, mind and heart that's super doable to do while at home! This practice is focused around cultivating the static quality within.
One of Auckland's most popular volcanic cones has a new boardwalk and viewing platform with views across the city. A perfect spot for the 'gram and making those runs around the top a little easier.
The new ManukaRx Hand Cream helps to lock in moisture, fights bad bacteria and remains breathable. ManukaRx Hand Cream combines the antibacterial effectiveness of mānuka oil and the amazing traits of kakadu plum oil
Ask anyone what organs they think are the most important to take care of. They’ll probably mention the heart, lungs, liver, and so on. And these are all great answers. But you’ll rarely hear someone mention the body’s largest organ: our skin.
As you get closer to your 30s, there's a few supplements you should be considering as part of your daily routine with either vitamin rich foods or supplementation. Here's 5 to consider incorporating into your lifestyle.
Mental Health Awareness Week takes place in over 150 countries and in NZ, it's 21-27 September 2020. This year has been a rollercoaster of a year and looking after your mental health is more important now than ever before. Find out more about Mental Health Awareness Week here.
New Zealand walking tours that take you to some of the most spectacular spots in NZ, Great Walks of New Zealand has a focus on affordability and flexibility, with options for couples, small groups and families. Any fitness level, self-guided or a guided walk - you choose!
When it comes to partnerships, there's few as big as the one with Under Armour and The Rock. The latest PR3 shoe builds on the success of the previous 2 releases under 'Project Rock' and is built to handle almost any workout.
Understanding what is the best oil for your skin and which one to choose can be difficult. There's 5 oils you should be using and here we outline why
Stress has the power to sabotage any fitness routine, and coping with stress usually isn’t much of a priority, when it definitely should be. Here, we’re exploring how stress could be the real culprit of poor fitness and health, plus what you can do about it.
Whether you're working out from home or working out at the gym, what you're wearing can play a big part in how you feel for that workout and how motivated you may be to attack it. Another big bonus is actually feeling comfortable in them at the same time for whatever your workout entails.
What do you do when there is a global health crisis such as COVID-19 and with it came stringent social distancing measures to limit the spread. Staying fit and healthy becomes very difficult. Here's some tips on how to achieve that while in self isolation as well as nutritional suggestions for health living.
If you're wanting to eat a more plant-based diet, then here's how you can ensure you're getting enough plant-based protein and some examples of what you can have.
Try these 10 fruits in your smoothie to help beat morning fatigue with a boost of steady energy. A natural energy boost with all the right nutrients, these are the 10 fruits you should be adding to your morning smoothie.
BePure's new Collagen+ provides 10g of collagen in each serve but it's also packed with a specific blend of powerful antioxidants to benefit your overall health and wellbeing
As we age, our bodies require different nutrients. Here's some you can start incorporating into your lifestyle through supplementation or diet changes that will benefit you if you're in your 30s
Terpenes are the unique scent found in herbs, flowers and fruits including cannabis and now one NZ company, Good Herb Soda, has included these in two non-alcoholic sodas which provide two different benefits.
Hollandaise is one of the five mother sauces in French cuisine, and is traditionally made from egg yolks, butter, cream, lemon juice, mustard and salt. Well here's a vegan version for us that uses cashews for the creaminess, and black volcanic salt to add that eggy edge thanks to Buffy Ellen of Be Good Organics.
Get ready to get sweaty sissy! The ultimate full body, fat burning, no equipment needed workout with Aussie YouTube star and one half of The Health Code Podcast Sarah's Day! This entire workout can be done in less than 25mins in the comfort of your own home!
This is a great tasting banana smoothie that's a hit with adults and kids alike. Blend banana, peanut butter and more, then enjoy! Ideal for summer!
Probiotics are the good bacteria in our gut and that's where 70% of our immune system cells reside. Our gut bacteria can be affected by lifestyle, diet, stress, age and more so ensuring you get a regular amount of probiotics is important but what's fresh probiotics mean?
Try this little workout to get the heart rate up and the legs feeling a little heavy at the end. It features skipping and thrusters (squat to overhead) to get all the different muscles activated.
It’s not a typo. Not Jelly Tips or jelly and ice-cream (unless it’s coconut nice-cream). Jelly is simply made from gelatin and 100% fruit juice.
Here's a 10min Upper Body Workout you can do at home! Targeting the back, arms, chest, and shoulders in only 10 minutes. Grab a set of dumbbells and workout with YouTube star MadFit!
LiveFit features a number of guests sharing their knowledge, advice and experiences and providing you with tools and ideas to help you with your health & fitness journey.
Live cooking demonstrations take place throughout the weekend giving you a chance to see healthy and simple ways you can eat better from some of NZ's biggest nutritionists, chefs and qualified professionals.
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