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How To Get Fit At 30 – And Important Healthy Habits
Read More: How To Get Fit At 30 – And Important Healthy HabitsHow to get fit in your 30s is as simple as listening to your body’s cues. As you transition into your 30s, staying active becomes more crucial than ever. Not only does regular exercise help maintain a healthy weight and build strength, but it also plays a significant role in preventing age-related health issues. By…
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How To Reclaim Your Fitness Routine
Read More: How To Reclaim Your Fitness RoutineWe’re halfway through the year and the fitness resolutions that you set at the beginning of the year now seem like a far-fetched idea. According to Enterprise Apps Today, only 9% of people are successful in keeping with their New Year’s resolutions. Most people quit by the second Friday of the month. Therefore, you’re not alone.…
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6 Swimming Tips That’ll Make You Faster In The Water – From Pros
Read More: 6 Swimming Tips That’ll Make You Faster In The Water – From ProsWhether you’re training for a triathlon or want to take up swimming as your new sport, these swimming tips from the pros will elevate your stroke and help you get more streamlined – and faster – in the water. Why swimming is such a great workout Swimming is cardio and strength, all in one From…
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Exactly How To Train For A Handstand Or Pull-Up, Per Experts
Read More: Exactly How To Train For A Handstand Or Pull-Up, Per ExpertsWe reckon there’s been a time when you envied the women nailing handstands on your feed, or you’ve oggled at someone effortlessly bashing out pull-ups at the gym. The good news: these gymnastics-based movements not only deliver body benefits but are totally doable! Here, how to train for a handstand or pull-up, step by step.…
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8 Ways To Build Stronger Thighs
Read More: 8 Ways To Build Stronger ThighsThe power of being able to build strong thighs lies in the ability to move better. Think about how much you walk around, trek up and down stairs, and go from sitting to standing all day. Every single one of those movements will become easier the more you work out your legs, particularly your thighs,…
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The Beginners Guide To Foam Rolling Correctly
Read More: The Beginners Guide To Foam Rolling CorrectlyFoam rolling – or “self-myofascial release” – will ease tension as you roll muscles over a foam cylinder. How it works: the pressure softens, lengthens and realigns the fascia, promoting muscle relaxation. Not only does it feel amazing, but it also helps break up knots and reduces the risk of injury. Check out these three…
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10 Super-Cool And Inspirational Fit Moms You Need To Follow On Instagram
Read More: 10 Super-Cool And Inspirational Fit Moms You Need To Follow On InstagramWhen you’re doing the most just to keep your new little human alive, it’s a winning day when you find time to wash your hair. As for exercise? Healthy eating? Leaving the house? This is what dreams are made of. Well, these fit moms are proof that there is hope. Follow them on Instagram for…
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Get Moving The Fun Way With This High-Energy Dance Workout
Read More: Get Moving The Fun Way With This High-Energy Dance WorkoutThe gym isn’t for everyone and if that includes you, it’s totally fine. There are many ways to get a good workout in. And right up there, is dancing. You might not think of shaking your booty as exercise, but spend a Friday night burning up the floor at the klurb and don’t be surprised if you…
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Hunch Over Your Desk? These Moves Will Sort Out Your Shoulders STAT
Read More: Hunch Over Your Desk? These Moves Will Sort Out Your Shoulders STATPicture someone hunching over their keyboard for the majority of the day, shoulders creeping up towards their ears. Does that hypothetical person sound a lot like you? We’re all guilty of being that person at some point or another. And while we should be more vigilant about sitting up straight, it’s easy to forget when…
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18 Feel-Good Workouts That’ll Boost Your Mood, Stat
Read More: 18 Feel-Good Workouts That’ll Boost Your Mood, StatWhen it comes to exercise, one rule is paramount: you’ve got to enjoy what you do, whether that’s hitting balls playing padel, swimming or dancing. Whatever your movement, study after study confirms that the more you enjoy exercising, the more likely you are to continue. These six trainers champion feel-good workouts and will inspire you…
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Top Mountain Biking Tips & Gear For Beginners, From SA Experts
Read More: Top Mountain Biking Tips & Gear For Beginners, From SA ExpertsInspired to take up a new sport in 2024 and start tackling some trails? You’ve come to the right place! We’ve got expert advice covering all areas you’d need to know; from how to take on the uphills and downhills and how to use your gears to how to keep your balance and the best…
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This 15-Minute Pregnancy Workout Does It All – Fast
Read More: This 15-Minute Pregnancy Workout Does It All – FastIf you’re pregnant, making time for exercise can be rewarding but difficult to achieve. Waning energy and not feeling 100% can be powerful demotivators in your fitness journey. But this 15-minute pregnancy workout is made for a slow and steady approach, so you’re working at a level that feels comfortable for you. Meet the expert:…
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Try This 30-Minute HIIT Workout At Home For A Total-Body Burn
Read More: Try This 30-Minute HIIT Workout At Home For A Total-Body BurnIf you’re in search of a workout that’s both efficient and effective, look no further than high-intensity interval training, or HIIT for short. HIIT helps you build strength and get a cardio workout at the same time, plus it actually burns 25 to 30 percent more calories than resistance training, cycling and treadmill running, according to a study…
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Ready To Play Padel? Here’s The Gear You Need, Per Experts
Read More: Ready To Play Padel? Here’s The Gear You Need, Per ExpertsSo, you spotted everyone having a blast on the padel court this weekend and now you’re itching to join the new “it” sport? Don’t worry, that little voice in your head asking “is it worth it?” is totally normal. But trust me, you’re going to be hooked on this game in no time! First things…
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TikTok’s Viral 30-30-30 Challenge: Does It Work For Weight Loss?
Read More: TikTok’s Viral 30-30-30 Challenge: Does It Work For Weight Loss?Ah, another day, another viral TikTok challenge. This time, creators on the app are championing a novel approach to weight loss: the 30-30-30 challenge, which involves eating 30g of protein within 30 minutes of waking up, followed by 30 minutes of exercise. As with anything, there are merits and sticky points when it comes to…
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7 Best Lower Back Stretches To Ease Aches And Pain
Read More: 7 Best Lower Back Stretches To Ease Aches And PainThere’s nothing more satisfying than finding that ahhh-inducing stretch when you have a tight and achy back — and nothing more maddening than not being able to hit that spot. But doing the best lower back stretches for yourself is important – especially when we sit at a desk all day, or even if we’re on our feet.…
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Makin’ Gains With Trojan
Read More: Makin’ Gains With TrojanWanna get gains in 2024? It’s the small wins that add up! We’ve provided the workouts; now here’s the equipment to elevate your routine and get cracking on those fitness goals. Trojan NBR Exercise Mat 10mm A mat isn’t just essential for yoga flows and post-workout stretches. It’s also an ace tool for building strength…
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LISS: A Complete Guide, From What It Actually Is, To Why And When To Do It
Read More: LISS: A Complete Guide, From What It Actually Is, To Why And When To Do ItYou’re likely well-versed in HIIT, but how much do you know about LISS, a.k.a. ‘Low Intensity Steady State’ training? Also known as LISS cardio, the low-intensity training includes workouts such as walking, hiking or cycling. And it’s packed full of rewards that you’ll not want to be missing out on. So, we’re diving into a full explainer on what LISS…
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5 Ways To Burn More Fat During Your Walking Workouts
Read More: 5 Ways To Burn More Fat During Your Walking WorkoutsApart from being a low-impact exercise that you can do literally anytime, anywhere, walking can be just as great (if not better!) at spurring weight loss compared to high-intensity boot camps and other balls-to-the-wall workouts, says personal trainer Chris Freytag, founder of Get Healthy U TV and board member of the American Council of Exercise. In fact, a Risk Analysis study found that…
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4 Easy Exercises You Can’t Ignore If You’re Walking For Weight Loss
Read More: 4 Easy Exercises You Can’t Ignore If You’re Walking For Weight LossThere’s more to good walking form than standing up straight. Proper foot alignment and a powerful push-off keep you walking longer and stronger. First, use this simple test to find out how fit you are, then make good technique second nature with these exercises from Dr Suki Munseli, developer of Dynamic Walking. 1. Shirt pull…
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9 Great Sports To Try In 2024
Read More: 9 Great Sports To Try In 2024This year, why not shift the way you socialise and incorporate some sports? A case for us getting on the field, right here: studies show that playing sports improves concentration, boosts happiness and can help you stay fit and trim (if that’s what your goal is). If you want to try sports, know that you’d…
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7 Worthy Reasons To Grab The November/December 2023 Issue of Women’s Health
Read More: 7 Worthy Reasons To Grab The November/December 2023 Issue of Women’s HealthThe much-anticipated summer season (or #KeDezembaBoss as commonly referred to on social media) is finally here! We urge you to take whatever lessons life taught you this year and get ready to have your most blissful summer yet – armed with pages upon pages of features, in the latest edition of Women’s Health SA, that…
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Grab Your BFF For This Fun Buddy Workout That Tones *Everything*
Read More: Grab Your BFF For This Fun Buddy Workout That Tones *Everything*Working out in summer can be as leisurely as you want it to be. You can spend an hour or more if that’s your idea of fun. But if a packed schedule or the idea of lazing by the pool is your priority, you’re going to need an action-packed high-intensity workout that works as hard…
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This Totally Explosive Workout Will Help You Burn Fat In No Time At All
Read More: This Totally Explosive Workout Will Help You Burn Fat In No Time At AllWant a shortcut to fat burning? Two words: progressive plyometrics. This total-body explosive workout from Shaun T, Insanity creator and author of T Is For Transformation, includes lots of jumping (the plyometric part) and builds in intensity (the progressive part) to give you great results fast. The routine gets harder as your body “wakes up”…
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What Is The 75 Hard Challenge—And Is It Safe? Trainers Break Down The Pros And Cons
Read More: What Is The 75 Hard Challenge—And Is It Safe? Trainers Break Down The Pros And ConsIf there’s one thing I love, it’s a challenge. But some are a little more extreme, especially when it comes to kickstarting a health and wellness journey. You’ve likely seen the 12-3-30 treadmill workout and Dukan Diet trending on social media, for instance. But today’s viral obsession is: the 75 Hard Challenge. If you aren’t familiar, this 75-day plan…
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Unveiling The New Balance Fresh Foam X 1080: Your Ultimate Comfort Upgrade!
Read More: Unveiling The New Balance Fresh Foam X 1080: Your Ultimate Comfort Upgrade!New Balance has just released the latest iteration of its popular Fresh Foam X 1080 running shoe and it’s better than ever. The Fresh Foam X 1080v13 is designed to offer supreme soft cushioning, elevated comfort and an improved fit for all runners, from everyday joggers to competitive racers. One of the most notable improvements…
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How One Woman Lost Half Her Bodyweight – And Kept It Off
Read More: How One Woman Lost Half Her Bodyweight – And Kept It OffInspiring stories reach us all the time – stories about grit and perseverance. And this story of how one woman lost half her bodyweight is for sure one of them. Here’s how school teacher Tanya Laubscher lost a whopping 105 kilograms – and kept it off. The Gain At 157 kg, Tanya Laubscher felt completely…
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Cycle Syncing: How (And Why!) To Tweak Your Workouts, Diet And More Around Your Menstrual Cycle
Read More: Cycle Syncing: How (And Why!) To Tweak Your Workouts, Diet And More Around Your Menstrual CycleUntil recently, I’d been on some form of birth control since I was 13 (I’m 32 now). Now that I’ve stopped popping a little pill every day, I’m learning that while I may have skipped some of the not-so-fun aspects of a regular cycle (cramps and bloating, anyone?), I also didn’t get to experience the powerful parts, like bursts of energy…
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Do This Cardio Workout At Home To Burn Cals And Boost Your Mood
Read More: Do This Cardio Workout At Home To Burn Cals And Boost Your MoodYou already know that cardio is good for you. Research has long shown that revving your heart rate regularly can keep your cells and blood sugar healthy, strengthen your ticker, boost your mood and so much more. Luckily, reaping the benefits is super simple; like, “don’t even have to leave the house” simple. Even without any equipment…
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10 Reasons Why Upgrading Your Smartwatch Matters
Read More: 10 Reasons Why Upgrading Your Smartwatch MattersFeeling stuck with your trusty X2000 smartwatch from way back when? Well, hold onto your wristbands because we’ve got 10 irresistible reasons to upgrade! I can practically hear your inner sceptic saying, “Another upgrade? Seriously?” But let me tell you, I recently got my hands (or should I say, my wrist) on the Garmin Epix…
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How One Personal Trainer Lost 30kg – And Kept It Off
Read More: How One Personal Trainer Lost 30kg – And Kept It OffTrying to lose weight is no easy feat. Almost everything you do comes into play, from working out, eating well and even sleep. But personal trainer Kelly Smith lost 30kg – and kept it off. Here’s exactly how. The gain At one point personal trainer Kelly Smith, 27, weighed 100kg. She felt uncomfortable in her…
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Want To Try Soccer? Here’s How To Up Your Game
Read More: Want To Try Soccer? Here’s How To Up Your GameWomen’s soccer, once a difficult sport to navigate in South Africa, is opening up. More and more women are going pro, even heading to clubs overseas to step up their game and earn full salaries. There’s the steady growth of tournaments on our shores, like the Hollywoodbets Super League, thankfully watchable on SABC Sport. And…
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5 Ways To Spring Clean Your Fitness Approach
Read More: 5 Ways To Spring Clean Your Fitness ApproachFive ways to get the most out of your workout, from losing weight and reducing stress to feeling great about yourself… 1. Phone A Friend Women are more likely to exercise if they do it with someone else, so joining a running or hockey club may be the motivational kick you need. “Women are excellent…
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Cover Star, Fitness, Fitness Advice, Weight Loss, Weight Loss Tips, Workouts, Xolisani Nomeva Ndongeni
Boxing Training With Connie Ferguson
Read More: Boxing Training With Connie FergusonTwo-time South African and international boxing champion Xolisani ‘Nomeva’ Ndongeni, also Connie Ferguson’s boxing trainer of five years, meets our cover star twice or thrice a week for some scintillating boxing action at his gym, north of Johannesburg. “She already had a lot of interest in boxing when I met her. Her father was a…
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Walking For Weight Loss: Does It Work? Plus, 9 Tips To Get You There
Read More: Walking For Weight Loss: Does It Work? Plus, 9 Tips To Get You ThereSure, cardio, HIIT classes and extra-sweaty cycling sessions are pretty much known for helping you scorch calories and drop kilos…but honestly, can a girl ever just slow TF down? Does walking for weight loss actually work? We know that walking can drastically slash your stress levels, says Hannah Davis, personal trainer — and having less stress in your life absolutely makes…
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Maximise Your Runs With These Tips From The Pros
Read More: Maximise Your Runs With These Tips From The ProsRunning, while being a go-to workout for scores of women, can be a tough sport to tackle. There’s the question of how to plan your runs when training for a race, how to cross-train so your runs are faster and how to score new PBs. But even with all of that, motivation can flag, leading to…
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Use These Tips To Get MUCH More Out Of Your Skipping Workout
Read More: Use These Tips To Get MUCH More Out Of Your Skipping WorkoutTone your legs, burn kilojoules, up your fitness and improve your coordination with one simple tool you can use in your garden. Here, how to get the most out of your skipping workout. Why is a skipping workout so good? Like riding a bike, swimming and running, skipping is one of those fun childhood activities…
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7 Ways To Find The Motivation To Exercise When The Struggle Is Real
Read More: 7 Ways To Find The Motivation To Exercise When The Struggle Is RealYour goal this year was to lose a couple of kilos, or get fitter and stronger, but you only really got as far as buying the pricey shoes that were supposed to make you a better runner. You keep telling yourself “I’ll start on Monday,” but life happens… Well, that’s all about to change. Because I…
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Inspiring Quotes From Women’s Health Icons
Read More: Inspiring Quotes From Women’s Health IconsIt’s Women’s Day! And to celebrate, we’re taking a look back at some of the amazing women who have graced the pages of WH magazine in 2023. From athletes breaking records to entrepreneurs shattering glass ceilings, these women are redefining what it means to be a woman in the 21st century. They’re strong, they’re courageous…
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Under Armour’s Game-Changer: Meet Robyn Moodaly
Read More: Under Armour’s Game-Changer: Meet Robyn MoodalyRobyn Moodaly, a talented midfielder and attacking-mid, is deeply passionate about football, a legacy inherited from her father and grandfather who were avid players themselves. She honed her skills in her backyard, initially playing with boys’ teams due to the absence of women’s teams. Her determination caught the attention of talent scouts, leading her to…
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Try This Post-Workout Hack For A Much Better Recovery
Read More: Try This Post-Workout Hack For A Much Better RecoverySo often we judge the effectiveness of our workout by how much we’ve sweated during the session. Yes, checking out your max heart rate comes next. But if you haven’t truly broken a sweat you might feel like you didn’t push your body to its limit. And while there is a certain satisfaction in peeling…
