Do you ever know you need to do something but fail to do it anyway? That’s how I’m feeling right now. I need to get my ass into gear. It’s been 12 weeks since I gave birth. I’ve got Jack looking at me as I type this calling out for my attention. He rarely calls… Read More
You’ve had a baby. Six weeks pass and you’re ready to get back into running. Not so fast. Going for a run is no longer as simple as chucking on your running shoes, grabbing your Suunto, putting in the earphones and heading out the door. Nope, sorry, there’s a process to get through first. Even… Read More
Second run post-partum. I feel fantastic. Honestly, I was apprehensive about returning to running. A little scared too. How would my body feel? Would I still enjoy running? Would my bladder hold up? Could my knees manage the impact? Did I still have it in me to pound the pavement? Was my c-section scar going… Read More
Running is hard, especially when you first start out. You’re going to get huffed and puffed before you see the results you want. Running will keep your heart healthy. You’ll reduce your risk of cardiovascular disease, decrease your chances of developing diabetes, high cholesterol and other diseases. Running will tone your body and leave you… Read More
Australian Fitness Week starts today and Fitness First around Australia are giving away 7 day Fitness First passes for the period of 7 April to 14 April 2014. What better way to get a start on your health and fitness goals? With 3 in 5 Australians overweight including 1 in 4 children health and fitness… Read More
I’m loving yoga at the moment. Here’s the prenatal yoga that I’ve been doing lately that I found on You Tube. It’s half an hour which is perfect, stretches out my body, works my muscles and ensures I don’t have a sore back at the end of the day. You can also check out three… Read More
We all know the benefits of yoga. From better breathing and posture, to leaner muscles and extra flexibility. We hear about 90 year old yogis still going strong maintaining their daily practices and living past the ripe age of 100. Then there’s the soon to be mum’s stretching it out on a bright pink yoga… Read More
On Sunday, Jarek had his first fun run for 2014. 8km Sports Super Centre. The Progressive Series build up towards the Gold Coast Airport Marathon in July. This year this is probably the only race that he’ll be able to do as he starts a new job in two weeks which will involve working weekends.… Read More
It’s Valentine’s Day tomorrow. Yep, the ‘most romantic’ day of the year is upon us again with florists and shops stocked up with roses, heart shaped balloons, teddy bears, chocolates and red silk boxer shorts. I love gifts. Diamonds are my preference. But on Valentine’s Day I prefer the simplicity. Yes flowers are a… Read More
Hormones play a large role in our health and wellbeing. They can cause fluctuations in our weight, our appearance, and our behaviour. The thyroid gland has taken a lot of blame for rising obesity within society. But is it really possible for over 50% of the population to have a thyroid problem? I don’t think… Read More