For this month, let’s focus on something that’s not too difficult to accomplish.. it is called, the One Month Challenge. These healthy challenges for the month, should keep you ladies focus on the right things.. and rev up your metabolism at the same time. It will probably help you distress and sleep better too! Done […]
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Dance & Sizzle Workshop .. Now everyone Can Dance!
Everyone can dance. The movements and rhythm of dance do wonderful things for your body and shape, while filling you with exhilaration and a sense of achievement. Here’s a chance to learn four types of dance all in a day’s workshop – Belly, K Pop, Salsa Shine and Chair Dance. This Sizzle and Dance Workshop […]
Stair Climbing .. best kept secret in prevention of disease
Did you know, that stair climbing happens to be one of the best-kept secrets in preventive medicine? If you care to remember, back in our school days, our running coaches would ask us to charge up flights of steps in the hockey stadium.. and this would get us into shape for competitive athletics as well […]
Tabata – 20 seconds on and 10 seconds off!
So, the new buzz word in town is, Tabata. All it means is 20 seconds on, and 10 seconds off. Repeat for 15 – 20 times in total, and you have yourself a muscle burning exercise, guaranteed to burn fat, and make you gasp for breath when done right. It’s perfect if you have not […]
Trail Running & Increasing your VO2 max
What is VO2 max, and how do you improve it? VO2 max, is determined as an athlete’s capacity to perform sustained exercise and is linked to aerobic endurance. VO2 max refers to the maximum amount of oxygen that an individual can utilize during intense or maximal exercise. In other words, maximum oxygen uptake is the most […]
Tips for Running your best Race
Race day is coming! What should you do? It does not really matter if you are running a 10KM a 21KM or a full marathon. Here are some tips to help you run your best race. 1. Select the right shoes Do not ever, run with brand new shoes. And do not run with tatty […]
5 Reasons to take up Burlesque Dancing
Do you dread working out? Do you hate feeling frumpy in track pants at the gym? Well here’s a great solution. Burlesque dancing. It will help you get in shape in no time, and you can actually feel sexy doing it. Here are 5 Great Reasons to take up burlesque dancing : 1. It’s FUN! […]
10 Tips on How I Avoid Running Injuries
I do love running! It gives me such a sense of freedom and I get really high after the run. Blame it on the endorphines. Well, running does come with some setbacks too, especially if you get injured. Here are my tips on how not to get injured and to maximised your efficiency on the […]
How to run faster for longer by increasing your Lactate Threshold
How to run faster for longer by increasing your Lactate Threshold.. Ever heard of the expression “hitting a wall” that marathon runners use? It’s the point where you can run no more, even if the mind is willing the body has had enough. Your legs feel like lead and they just won’t move. This is […]
RPM for Sexy legs
RPM is a fantastic way to melt the fat off your legs, and get that cardio workout utilising only the largest muscle group in your body. You want beautiful quads? This is the way to get them.. What is RPM? Well basically for those who do not have the time (or a bike) to cycle […]