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Choosing the Right Bike for You

Bikes come in all shapes and sizes. If you are planning to use cycling as part of your fitness regime choosing the right bike is crucial. Here we look at how... The post Choosing the Right Bike for You...

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Get rugby fit

There was a time not so long ago when rugby players fell into either of two categories: “big but normal”, for backline players, and “beer-bellied” for forwards. To some extent,... The post Get rugby...

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How to Become a Morning Workout Person (Infographic)

Working out in the morning can be tricky. Many of us go to sleep with the best intentions, but when that alarm goes off, some of us just can’t resist... The post How to Become a Morning Workout Person...

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Better sleeping for improved health

As a fitness enthusiast, you know that you need sufficient rest each night to recharge your body. But many of us don’t get enough sleep because of our long to-do-lists... The post Better sleeping for...

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Cycling gear has come a long way

These days, cyclists think nothing of splashing out thousands of rands on a super suit. To die-hard roadies, the apparel is as important as frame constitution if they are serious... The post Cycling...

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The summer body you need

It’s the time of the year where we all let it hang loose. Off come the long pants and on come the short bikini shorts. For some taking off the... The post The summer body you need appeared first on The...

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7 signs of heart problems (Infographic)

  Dizzy for no apparent reason? Sweating or clammy even while relaxing in your chair? Swollen feet? None of these symptoms immediately suggest themselves as being related to the heart,... The post 7...

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The types of dementia you never hear about (Infographic)

There are 47.5 million people who are living with dementia which causes major problems with memory, thinking and behaviour. It is a serious illness with one new case diagnosed every... The post The...

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Competitive ways to keep fit

So, you’re not really a team player and you don’t like the idea of joining the local soccer team. But you also like to get competitive while getting fit? Well,... The post Competitive ways to keep fit...

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First Aid for Babies (Infographic)

Babies might be tiny, but they have the power to turn their parent’s world upside down. Being a parent isn’t something that you learn right away, it is something that... The post First Aid for Babies...

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How to: make your fitness fanaticism pay

You love fitness like other people love Domino’s pizza and Ben & Jerry’s Ice Cream. You wake up at 6am and jog around your block without breaking a sweat. Your... The post How to: make your fitness...

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Declutter Your Life and Mind (Infographic)

If you do the majority of your work at a desk, you’ll know – all too well – the productivity pitfalls of a cluttered workspace. Whilst the days of the... The post Declutter Your Life and Mind...

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The ‘Diet’ Foods You Should Really Avoid (Infographic)

Looking to lose some weight? Hoping to shift a few pounds? Thinking about swapping ‘fatty’ foods for the diet food ‘alternatives’? Before you get bought in by the food label... The post The ‘Diet’...

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Healthier alternatives to work commutes

Commuting to work is often one of the most exhausting activities people do, especially if work is far away. It’s important to consider alternatives or ways we can make travel... The post Healthier...

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Overcoming your fear of water

The fear of water comes from an instinctive fear of drowning. Not knowing what could happen or thinking of the worst possibility can set off a series of “what-ifs”. This... The post Overcoming your...

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Time to think about mountain bikes

We are lucky to live in a place with beautiful outdoor environments, stunning vistas and diverse landscapes. Too often, though, we only explore these from behind car windows. It’s time... The post Time...

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What to eat before cycling

  Eating too much or not enough can land any cyclist in hot water. It is vital for any cyclist to be properly fueled for their training if they want... The post What to eat before cycling appeared...

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Keeping fit at work

Your busy work schedule might keep you so occupied that you have no time for gym. It would be ideal to have the gym in your office block, but that... The post Keeping fit at work appeared first on The...

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Preparing for a triathlon

Triathlons are gruelling tasks. Some athletes spend their entire lives training for them, with the vague hope they’ll succeed. Triathlons, as the name implies, is about competing in three different......

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Avoid these mistakes when going to the gym

No matter if you’re new to the gym or a seasoned trainer, there may be repeated mistakes you’re making. Many gym goers fall into the rut of the same health... The post Avoid these mistakes when going...

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