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Can Pilates Double As Your Strength Training Workout?
Read More: Can Pilates Double As Your Strength Training Workout?Search “strength Pilates” on TikTok and you’ll see something curiously nouveau: Pilates moves, coupled with dumbbells and traditional strength training movements, like squats. But, newsflash: “Pilates has always been strength training,” says Pilates instructor and owner of Essie’s Pilates, Essie Potgieter. So what’s the difference between regular Pilates and Pilates strength training on TikTok and…
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Why Am I Gaining Weight During Perimenopause?
Read More: Why Am I Gaining Weight During Perimenopause?There are some symptoms of perimenopause we’re all familiar with – the hot flushes, irregular periods, the mood changes – and some we’re less familiar with. And if you’ve noticed you’ve gained some weight or your body fat has increased despite your workout routine and exercise remaining unchanged, it may be down to this ahem…
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How To Exercise During Perimenopause To Maintain A Healthy Body Composition
Read More: How To Exercise During Perimenopause To Maintain A Healthy Body CompositionNo, you’re not imagining things! Perimenopause marks a major shift in a woman’s body – with hormonal fluctuations impacting muscle tone, metabolism and energy levels. The right training approach can help counteract these changes, keeping you strong, lean, confident and even looking and feeling better than you’ve ever felt before! But you should educate yourself ahead…
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“I’m A Yoga Instructor And Do These 8 Moves To Open My Hips And Loosen Tight Lower-Body Muscles.”
Read More: “I’m A Yoga Instructor And Do These 8 Moves To Open My Hips And Loosen Tight Lower-Body Muscles.”Shakira said it best. Your hips don’t lie and that’s especially true as you start to get older. That’s why we want to urge you to make yoga for hips and lower-body part of your day-to-day. And we’ve got the perfect stretches for you, straight from a yoga instructor. They’re simple and accessible so you…
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The 4 Best Exercises To Do If You’re Going Through Perimenopause
Read More: The 4 Best Exercises To Do If You’re Going Through PerimenopauseGoing through perimenopause? Adjusting your exercise routine to account for that could make the world of difference. And strength training is a great place to focus your energy (it helps you preserve lean muscle mass and keeps your metabolism humming). Learn the basics and then tackle these four perimenopause workout moves to maintain muscle through…
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This Free Beginner 10K Running Plan Works In Just 10 Weeks
Read More: This Free Beginner 10K Running Plan Works In Just 10 WeeksJust like starting a new job, hobby or meeting someone new, starting from scratch can feel super intimidating. That’s why we’ve taken the sting out of your running ambitions with this free beginner 10K running plan. Because honestly, there’s no reason why everyone shouldn’t be lacing up their running shoes. Below, really important running tips…
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The Best Running Shoes For Hyrox, Speed, Distance & Trail
Read More: The Best Running Shoes For Hyrox, Speed, Distance & TrailTreadmill? Hyrox? SWEAT 1000? CrossFit? Marathon? Trail? UTCT? These days, running is as diverse as your viewing options on Netflix. And having the best running shoes for all types of runs is key for injury prevention, performance enhancement and just plain comfort. From comfy and light to secure and reliable, these best running shoes get…
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5 Beginner Yoga Poses To Help You Sleep Better
Read More: 5 Beginner Yoga Poses To Help You Sleep BetterThese yoga poses are beginner-friendly and all you need is an open space in your house. If you don’t have a yoga mat, place a towel down on your carpet. We recommend putting on some peaceful yoga music and flow your way to deeper sleep. Yoga Poses To Help You Sleep Better 5 Yoga Poses…
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34 Running Tips Every Beginner Needs To Know
Read More: 34 Running Tips Every Beginner Needs To KnowDepending on how strong your dislike of running is, heading out for a jaunt is probably akin to figuring out which day to put the bins out: mind-boggling and not something you majorly look forward to. In fact, we’re going to hazard a guess the words “I can’t run” or “I’m not a runner” have…
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3 Workouts That Actually Make Great Dates!
Read More: 3 Workouts That Actually Make Great Dates!Not all sweat sessions make for great dates, for the obvious reasons… but these three workouts will help you feel the burn and the love. 1. Weight Circuit Why it’s date-worthyA fun routine in which you each pick two moves – and both do all four – allows you to lift weights together, but at your…
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Jeannie D Shares Her Fitness Goals For 2025 (Plus, A Meal You’ll Want To Try)
Read More: Jeannie D Shares Her Fitness Goals For 2025 (Plus, A Meal You’ll Want To Try)TV presenter-turned-content entrepreneur Jeannie D, also Women’s Health January/February 2025 cover star, is stepping into twenty-twenty-thrive with intention, energy and a vision board packed to the brim with fitness, wellness and longevity goals. And trust us – you’ll want to take detailed notes! From the workouts that keep her strong to the mindset shifts that…
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This 20-Minute Bodyweight Lower-Body Workout Will Leave Your Legs And Glutes Shaking
Read More: This 20-Minute Bodyweight Lower-Body Workout Will Leave Your Legs And Glutes ShakingThe beauty of bodyweight workouts? You can do them any time, anywhere. So next time you’re traveling or simply stuck with limited equipment access, give this lower-body blaster of a workout a go. The moves ahead are a mix of dynamic leg and glute exercises that hit the lower-body muscle groups from all angles. It’s…
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4 Reasons Why You Should Make Zumba Your Favourite Exercise
Read More: 4 Reasons Why You Should Make Zumba Your Favourite ExerciseYou’re not a fan of lifting weights, and the thought of running makes you want to sink deeper under the covers, but you still want to exercise. Zumba is the perfect workout to get you out of your dilemma. Zumba has been in the spotlight ever since it was first introduced by Columbian choreographer, Alberto Perez,…
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How Often To Replace Walking Shoes, According To Doctors
Read More: How Often To Replace Walking Shoes, According To DoctorsA good pair of walking shoes can get pricey, so I can’t blame you if you want to get every last kilometre out of yours. But, there comes a point when it’s probably best to swap them out for new ones, whether it’s to minimise injury risk or because they can’t stand up to the elements anymore, experts…
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8 Life-Saving Trail Running Tips You Should Know
Read More: 8 Life-Saving Trail Running Tips You Should KnowTrust us, these trail running tips might save your life. Plus, since trail running is a more technical sport than regular road running, there are safety aspects to pay attention to. You’d be forgiven for thinking that trail running is just regular running with dirt attached. But actually, there’s more to it than that. Since…
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8 Pretoria-Based Fitness Spots To Add To Your Workout Wishlist
Read More: 8 Pretoria-Based Fitness Spots To Add To Your Workout WishlistFrom dusty trails to tech-savvy gyms, these Menlyn-based fitness hotspots serve up plenty of ways to keep moving all year round. Whether you’re looking to shake up your routine or try something new, it’s time to zero in and find your fit. Planet Fitness – Menlyn An indoor workout doesn’t have to sacrifice on scenery.…
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How To Choose The Right Socks For Your Walking Workout
Read More: How To Choose The Right Socks For Your Walking WorkoutWhether you’re lacing up for the first time or are coming back after a long hiatus, walking is one of the simplest ways to stay active – no pricey memberships or fancy routines required. It fits into your day whenever it works for you, and the best part? It’s free. That said, as with any…
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5 Ways To Actually Make Your New Year’s Resolutions Stick
Read More: 5 Ways To Actually Make Your New Year’s Resolutions StickIf packed gyms on January 1 are any indication, everyone starts off the new year with the best of intentions – from upping your organisation skills to getting fit after a hectic holiday season. However, statistics have found that only a fraction of people actually stick with their resolutions. Here are some simple ways to…
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7 Easy Ways To Stay In Shape If You Genuinely Suck At Working Out In The Heat
Read More: 7 Easy Ways To Stay In Shape If You Genuinely Suck At Working Out In The Heat“Just landed in paradise… Can’t wait to hit the hotel gym!” tweeted no one, ever. Working out on holiday (and in the heat) can be… a challenge. Maximise your leisure time by sneaking fitness into your itinerary. Here are 7 super-easy ways to stay in shape on holiday this time round… 1. See The Sights…
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Get Fit Anywhere With This Resistance Band Workout
Read More: Get Fit Anywhere With This Resistance Band WorkoutYou know you’re winning when working out feels less like a task and more like just another part of your day – like grabbing a coffee or taking a shower. That kind of consistency doesn’t just happen; it’s something you’ve built up over time. So, as the holidays start to roll in, don’t stress about…
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15 CrossFit Workouts You Can Do At Home
Read More: 15 CrossFit Workouts You Can Do At HomeWhen you think of CrossFit, you probably picture people throwing around heavy barbells, swinging kettlebells all over the place, and jumping up onto impossibly high boxes. Turns out, though, you don’t need any of these things to channel CrossFit’s famously badass vibes. And, even better: home CrossFit workouts do the work, are tough as nails and require minimal…
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3 Kilojoule-Obliterating Swimming Workouts
Read More: 3 Kilojoule-Obliterating Swimming WorkoutsUsually when you say the word “swimming” your knee-jerk reaction is to imagine all the reasons you typically avoid pool workouts: chlorine-tinted hair, soggy towels in gym bags… However, water provides 12 to 14 percent more resistance than air, so swimming has the potential to blow your current dry-land routine out of the water when…
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Activate Your Senses With Reebok’s New Fragrance Line
Read More: Activate Your Senses With Reebok’s New Fragrance LineReebok’s new ‘Activate Your Senses’ collection is here, and it’s all about boldness, confidence and energy. In collaboration with Reebok South Africa, an exciting series of events unfolded across the country, celebrating this vibrant new scent for him and her. The New Reebok Fragrance Collection Activate Your Senses for Her A delicate yet playful fragrance…
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This Do-Anywhere Workout Will Have You Sweating Up A Storm
Read More: This Do-Anywhere Workout Will Have You Sweating Up A StormWhen you have to travel or prior commitments (whether it’s your family, kids, work or friends) are making it impossible to get to the gym, it’s always great to have a simple, do-anywhere workout tucked into your back pocket. This one, from SWEAT 1000‘s Andrew Rothschild, is perfect for any space, even a smaller-than-ideal hotel…
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Don’t Fall For These Common HYROX Mistakes
Read More: Don’t Fall For These Common HYROX MistakesParticipating in a HYROX competition can be daunting, especially for newcomers. We spoke with expert Vicky MacIntosh to uncover common mistakes and how to better prepare for race day. READ MORE: Everything To Know About Hyrox, The Tough New Fitness Race How to Train for HYROX HYROX requires a balance of strength and endurance. According…
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Everything To Know About Hyrox, The Tough New Fitness Race
Read More: Everything To Know About Hyrox, The Tough New Fitness RaceRunners show off their speed in races, marathons and on Strava. Powerlifters head to comps to display their prowess. Pole dancers, gymnasts and surfers, too. But what about the people who hit the gym every day? Most of the time, we’re either working out for aesthetics or just for ourselves. But to create an element…
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7 Proven Pilates Benefits And The Best Apps To Download
Read More: 7 Proven Pilates Benefits And The Best Apps To DownloadPilates is all about slow, controlled movements – but its fitness and health rewards are supercharged. Whether you go for a class on a mat, using gravity for resistance, one on a reformer, or a more contemporary variation with equipment like spring-loaded chairs and larger Megaformers, you’ll walk away with feel-better benefits on day one.…
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This Is The Critical Prep You Should Be Doing The Night Before A Race
Read More: This Is The Critical Prep You Should Be Doing The Night Before A RaceOne of South Africa’s favourite half-marathons, the Gun Run, is happening this weekend! If you’ve signed up for this challenge, you’re possibly wondering, why do I do this to myself? It’s natural to feel a bit nervous before any race, so we’ve put together some race prep that you can do the night before to help ease your…
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6 Cardio Myths You Need To Stop Believing
Read More: 6 Cardio Myths You Need To Stop BelievingFact: cardio has great benefits: it strengthens the heart and lungs, reduces the risk of heart disease and stroke, lowers blood pressure, improves cholesterol and helps burn calories. Phew! Having said that, skipping, running and the rest isn’t a panacea – which hasn’t stopped all sorts of cardio myths from being perpetuated. Here, we explain…
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Your Easy 10K Training Plan And Tips To Crush It In Just 6 Weeks
Read More: Your Easy 10K Training Plan And Tips To Crush It In Just 6 WeeksSo, you’ve aced a 5K and now want to work toward crushing a 10K race? Well, having an easy training plan and expert-approved tips makes it SO much easier to cross that finish line. Ready to get started? This plan, designed by running coach Kim Maxwell, is for beginners so no need to feel intimidated. The…
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11 Starter Tips Every Newbie Runner Needs To Know
Read More: 11 Starter Tips Every Newbie Runner Needs To KnowNewbie runner? Or keen to start? Even if you’ve been pounding the pavement for a while now, sports scientist Ross Tucker has some simple tips to help you with your running, whatever the level: 1. Set a medium- and a long-term goal Set yourself a shorter-term goal, to provide the first motivation for running. 2.…
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Fix Your Running Stitch Instantly With This Crazy Simple Trick
Read More: Fix Your Running Stitch Instantly With This Crazy Simple TrickYou know the feeling only too well… you’re on track for a PB in your five-kay. Your legs are feeling strong and you just passed that woman with a pram who beats you every Saturday. And then, out of nowhere, you feel a sharp pain in your side. You try to ignore it, but it builds…
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6 Running Pains — And How To Treat Them So They Never Come Back
Read More: 6 Running Pains — And How To Treat Them So They Never Come BackGot some aches and pains from running? Here’s how to determine just what damage you’ve done… As any runner knows, running is a lifestyle. Unfortunately, injuries have been known to sideline as many as 50 percent of runners each year, per studies. That’s a whole bunch of unhappy people… That’s why we’ve sourced the ultimate…
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7 Useful Mind Hacks To Overcome Tough Runs
Read More: 7 Useful Mind Hacks To Overcome Tough RunsReaching the end of a long run and seeing that you outdid your last pace and set a new PB feels like glory. It’s everything that warrants an Insta Story to let the world know of the day’s great feat. The reality? Not every race feels like you’re flying through it, with every song in your…
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5 Signs You’ve Bought The Wrong Running Shoes
Read More: 5 Signs You’ve Bought The Wrong Running ShoesRaise your hand if you’ve been a victim of this? We’ve all done it, promise. Running shoes should not be chosen based on colour, sale price or even the size you think you are (you’re generally half a size bigger). If you happen to have bought the wrong running shoes, don’t keep wearing them! You…
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This Beginner Callisthenics Workout Builds Serious Strength & Mobility
Read More: This Beginner Callisthenics Workout Builds Serious Strength & MobilityIf you’ve ever watched gymnast Caitlin Rooskrantz perform gravity-defying feats, you’ve probably wistfully imagined yourself being *that* strong and flexible. The truth? Those fabulous moves are built on callisthenics: the body-weight workout style that prioritises using your own body as the weight. Practising body-weight moves is an effective way to build functional strength and sculpt…
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6 Workout Moves You Can Actually Do With Your Dog
Read More: 6 Workout Moves You Can Actually Do With Your DogWorking out with your dog doesn’t just benefit your health. It can be a real treat for your pet – and for you. “A dog is the best motivator you’ll ever have,” says Tricia Montgomery, founder and president of K9 Fit Club, a fitness club for people and their pets. “All they want to do…
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Temi Adeniji Reveals Her Secret To Staying Fit
Read More: Temi Adeniji Reveals Her Secret To Staying FitWarner Music Africa Managing Director Temi Adeniji has found a winning formula in a world that constantly demands more and more. ‘Work to live’ or ‘live to work’ – perhaps one of the modern world’s most urgent existential crises. Whatever your stance, this dichotomy informs your lifestyle and how you show up in general! Despite…
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What You Really Need To Know About Running For Weight Loss, According To Experts
Read More: What You Really Need To Know About Running For Weight Loss, According To ExpertsRunning has soooo many benefits. Just to name a few, it’s good for your heart health, strengthens your bones and reduces stress. It’s also known to burn quite a few calories, making it a solid workout choice if you’re looking to lose weight. Plus, running works your muscles and has positive effects on the metabolism,…
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How To Get Fit At 40 – And Thriving Healthy Tips
Read More: How To Get Fit At 40 – And Thriving Healthy TipsThis is the prime of your life – yes, your 40s are it! It’s a time when staying active and taking care of your health becomes even more crucial. As your body goes through changes, it’s essential to understand how to adapt your fitness routines accordingly. Engaging in physical activity also supports cognitive function, keeping…
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How To Play Golf For Beginners, From Experts
Read More: How To Play Golf For Beginners, From ExpertsEver wondered how to play golf or if golf for beginners even existed? We’re here to let you know: golf is opening up and more and more women are teeing off. Consider this your beginner’s crash course in golf. Women’s golf is growing exponentially. We’re seeing more and more women teeing off and for the…
