Pulling all nighters before exams, frat parties, spring break and a college in lifestyle in general, can leave little room for health and fitness. Exercise is not always high on the priority list when life gets in the way. It should be. A healthy and fit lifestyle is an investment in your longevity and wellbeing.… Read More
Today’s morning 10k was frustrating, painful and challenging. I can’t remember the last time I had to resort to walking because of a stitch within the first 5km. We started out with an easy jog. Before breakfast, before any water, before any sense. The sun shining, the markets in full swing, surf crashing against the… Read More
Broadbeach The last thing I felt like doing tonight was go running. I ran anyway. Forty-five minutes later my mood changed from sad to happy. Whether you believe it or not, running can turn a crappy day into a good one. A few kilometres of pounding the pavement is all it takes to boost serotonin… Read More
The weekend has become a blur. I had huge intentions to get through my extensive ‘to do’ list which included weight training and a long run along the beach. But neither happened and even two thirds of my list was thrown out the window, well in the trash anyway. Come Monday (and Tuesday), I was… Read More
Today’s post is from TheBestColleges.org. Susan contacted me recently in regards to their Freshman 15 easy ways to stay in shape when you’ve just landed in college. What’s great about these tips is that they don’t just apply to college students, anyone can make use of the suggestions to add a dose of fitness into their… Read More
Go for a run! Running has a positive impact on mood levels. If you’re having a shitty day and need a quick pick me up that doesn’t involve Tim Tams and the latest episode of Scandal, running comes out on top. Even 20 minutes can elevate your mood, get your circulation going, melt away the… Read More
Spring is here! It’s time to ramp up the training and quit with the excuses! Family BBQ breakfast in the park for Father’s Day Bacon, mushrooms, onion and eggs,fruit, muffins and McCafe coffee Even Kola joined us on the family outing,she was on her best behaviour and didn’t even reactto the dozens of dogs and… Read More