SAY ‘NO’ TO PLASTIC FTN is trying to rid the world of single-use plastic one straw, grocery bag, and roll of cling film at a time. We’ve run campaigns trying to educate consumers of the effects plastic waste has on the environment. Earlier this year, Capetonians...
Eating the right foods at the right time is an essential science when it comes to race running, both before and during are key times to maximize on all the hard work you’ve put into training. 2 - 3 DAYS BEFORE THE EVENT Carbohydrates are stored as...
You are what you eat. Everything from the soil your produce is planted in, the calibre of the seed being sown, to the pesticides used and harvestings process – it all feeds into the quality of the product. Because we are beginning to really understand...
As the leaves begin to fall and the temperature drops, it takes the sun a little longer to get out of bed in the morning. Because humans, like all creatures of the world, are heavily dependant on the fiery ball in the sky, its sluggishness...
The yogi revolution is growing by leaps and bounds. As more people come to appreciate the benefits of a crescent pose, sun salutations and the warrior sequence, the bigger the community gets. Not only does yoga increase your flexibility and aid in weight management, but...
Stress is seen as a negative thing that we need to avoid at all costs. This is not true. A healthy amount of stress is what wakes us up in the morning, keeps us adhering to our daily schedules, encourages us to meet deadlines and...
The sun is rising later, setting earlier, and it’s gotten too cold to leave the house. It’s completely understandable if you find yourself in a little bit of a funk, being cooped up at home. Let’s take a moment to talk about cabin fever and...
Here are 4 fun fitness alternatives that we can all consider if we want to stay active during the Winter season....
Recovery after exercise is essential for your muscles and tissues to repair the microtears they sustain during exercise and become stronger. Muscles need anywhere between 24 to 48 hours to repair and rebuild, but you can speed up this process by implementing these recovery strategies. ...
Motherhood is a beautiful, powerful journey - but it’s no walk in the park. From pregnancy to postpartum and long-term breastfeeding, your body works overtime to grow, nourish, and sustain life. The demands on your energy, hormones, and overall wellbeing are real, and they require...