When you’re stressed out, the foods that you’re turning to are most likely going to be traditional ‘comfort’ foods like big meals, take-out, fatty foods, sweet foods, and alcohol. Let’s face it – we’ve all found some comfort in a tasty meal and a glass of wine when...
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What’s the G-O with the G-I? Glycemic Index and Carbs Explained
You may have heard about the glycemic index and wondered what it is all about. The glycemic index is a ranking of carbohydrates based on their immediate effect on blood glucose (blood sugar) levels. It compares foods gram for gram of carbohydrate. Carbohydrates that...
4 hacks to better self confidence
Ever been completely nervous where it overtakes your entire body and mind? Or just feeling a bit low in yourself? Or lacking confidence in that moment where you really need it? I have. I’m sure we all have at one point or another. Self confidence is something that we...
Why Core Strength Really Matters
You have heard about core, abs, back muscles, six packs and pelvic floor. But what does it all mean? And how important is it, really? What is your ‘Core?’ Your core muscles comprise those in your trunk forming the basis of movement for your arms and legs and are...
3 Important Tips When Fixing Back Pain
Back pain is a huge topic and one that requires a one on one diagnosis in many cases. Some causes include desk work,injury, underlying chronic conditions and postural or muscular imbalances, the list goes on. It can be related to vertebral issues like slipped disk,...
Exercise During Pregnancy – Complete Trimester Guide
How Should I Exercise While Pregnant? It’s certainly beneficial to exercise during your pregnancy. Not only will you have better energy management, stress management, strength and less aches and pains, but more likely better recovery post birth. Some even say a better...
Prenatal Pilates Full Body Workout
It’s important to maintain your fitness and strength during pregnancy with modifications for each trimester. In a nutshell you must modify your exercise in the following ways during pregnancy: No tummy work after mid first trimester Do not let heart rate go above...
How the right exercise can help get you out of a mental rut
Have you ever felt depleted? Like you have lost your mojo or that ‘spark’ in your step you once had? The pace of life is speeding up, stress and mental health issues are on the rise, and it’s important today more than ever that you know when to spend a bit of time on...
Signs You Have Hit Burnout
‘Burning the candle at both ends’ is real and at times you can feel like you have hit a wall, come to a standstill or feel like you are running on below zero fuel. It’s daunting. It’s demotivating. It’s also a scary place to be because your feelings of tiredness and...
Food Prep Hacks For Busy Parents
Sunday night arrives and you may have that momentary freak out of ‘what will I eat tomorrow?’ ‘What will we eat for dinner this week?’ That’s if you have not cooked, gotten groceries or planned ahead. Minimising your stress levels during a busy week can have a lot to...