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Absa Run Your City Cape Town 10K Cancelled Due to Severe Weather Warning
Read More: Absa Run Your City Cape Town 10K Cancelled Due to Severe Weather WarningThe 2026 Absa Run Your City Cape Town 10KM has officially been cancelled following severe weather warnings ahead of Sunday’s scheduled race. Organisers confirmed on Friday that the decision was made in consultation with the City of Cape Town, local authorities, Disaster Risk Management teams and appointed safety officials after forecasts predicted dangerous conditions across…
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“I Took On The Wildest Half Marathon — Here’s How It Went Down”
Read More: “I Took On The Wildest Half Marathon — Here’s How It Went Down”When it comes to bucket list runs, I’ve ticked off some wild and wonderful locations: the damp forests and slippery glaciers of Patagonia, the icy altitudes of the Alps and Rocky Mountains and the landmark-strewn streets of London and Paris. However, it was Mpumalanga’s Skukuza Half Marathon that provided the most thrilling run I’ve ever…
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Your Easy Guide To The Paralympics Codes
Read More: Your Easy Guide To The Paralympics CodesParalympics codes got you a bit baffled? The codes are essential to having fair sporting opportunities for all para-athletes. Per the International Paralympic Committee, “The IPC Athlete Classification Code is created to fulfil this mission by supporting and coordinating the development and implementation of accurate, reliable, consistent, and credible sport-focused classification systems.” Here, your essential guide to Paralympics…
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Here’s How Much SA Olympians Will Get Paid For Winning At The Paris 2024 Games
Read More: Here’s How Much SA Olympians Will Get Paid For Winning At The Paris 2024 GamesAs the Paris Olympics grows closer so does the excitement and of course, number of questions. So we’re here to answer all your burning FAQs! And that includes how much South African Olympic athletes can expect to earn if they win medals. Spoiler alert: a gold medal *could* net athletes R1.3 million! READ MORE: Tatjana…
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REVEALED: Get Ready To Drool & Drench With Hotties Lucky Fadzi And Matthew Stone At Fit Night Out!
Read More: REVEALED: Get Ready To Drool & Drench With Hotties Lucky Fadzi And Matthew Stone At Fit Night Out!These two trainers come with so much more than great looks, but a workout that’ll have you energised, working hard and smiling with that endorphin high. PUMA ambassadors and trainers Lucky Fadzi and Matthew Stone are both qualified PTs with years of experience in getting the best out of a fitness routine. And their workouts are…
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Finally, You Can Rent Gym Equipment For Home Workouts
Read More: Finally, You Can Rent Gym Equipment For Home WorkoutsCreating your own gym from scratch is pricey, especially if you’re a treadmill junkie. You’ll often need to buy things… The post Finally, You Can Rent Gym Equipment For Home Workouts appeared first on Women’s Health.
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Women May Be More Likely Than Men to Sacrifice Fitness for Work or Family
Read More: Women May Be More Likely Than Men to Sacrifice Fitness for Work or FamilyHave you ever felt like you spend so much time taking care of others that you forget to prioritize yourself? Well, you’re definitely not alone. In fact, a study from Australian National University suggests that women are more likely to sacrifice their workout time when their jobs and families need attention, whereas men might be…
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These Diet Changes May Add Years to Your Life, Study Finds
Read More: These Diet Changes May Add Years to Your Life, Study FindsA recent study published in PLOS Medicine estimates that you could add more than a decade to your life expectancy by making simple changes to the typical Western diet, which is often laden with pre-packaged foods, refined grains, red and processed meats, fried foods and tons of sugar. The study pulled data from several other…
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Health News Roundup: Fall 2021
Read More: Health News Roundup: Fall 2021The Fido Factor When the pressure’s on, chilling with your dog might help: Researchers at Washington State University found that students who have pet therapy dogs improved their planning and thinking skills over a four-week period. The sessions helped the students relax and rebound from feeling overwhelmed and sharpened their ability to concentrate more effectively…
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How Much Do Genetics Impact Fitness Results?
Read More: How Much Do Genetics Impact Fitness Results?It’s no secret genetics play a role in the outcome of your fitness plan, but just how much of a role? A recent study has identified a selection of genes that influence the results of exercise. The research, published in the journal PLOS ONE, included data on 3,012 adults aged between 18-55 who had not…
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Eating Healthy, Exercise News, Fitness News, Healthy Living for Women, Intermittent Fasting, Nutrition
Does Intermittent Fasting Affect Men and Women Differently?
Read More: Does Intermittent Fasting Affect Men and Women Differently?A Google search for “intermittent fasting” yields more than 10 million results. Clearly, people are interested. If you’re new to the term, here are the basics: Intermittent fasting: A pattern of eating the focuses on cycling between periods of fasting and periods of healthy balanced eating. The fasting period can vary by person. The results…
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How to Recover From a Poor Night’s Sleep
Read More: How to Recover From a Poor Night’s SleepSleep is so elusive to some of us, yet so essential to a productive, healthy day. Experts recommend getting 7-8 hours of sleep a night — and for good reason! Sleep can strengthen your heart. Lack of Zzz’s can cause your body to release the stress hormone cortisol, which triggers your heart to work 10…
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Study Suggests It’s Never Too Late to Get Active
Read More: Study Suggests It’s Never Too Late to Get ActiveA study conducted on more than 30,000 older adult heart patients found that becoming active later in life can be nearly as beneficial to quality of life as continued activity earlier in youth. The European Society of Cardiology suggests that it is possible for someone to overcome prior years of inactivity and reap the benefits of exercise…
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Training News Roundup: Fall 2021
Read More: Training News Roundup: Fall 2021We know you work to stay up to date on the latest in fitness and nutrition research, so we did the hard work for you. Here are a few of the latest studies and facts about fitness that should be on your radar this fall. Does a Crowd Affect Performance? Does sports performance have anything…
