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Try something new – boxing

On January 19, 2012 By

When you mention boxing most people visualise two strong athletes in a ring, pumped up on adrenaline and trying to destroy one another with their fists. Boxing for fitness is something entirely different where entire classes of people can get a great workout from a non-contact version of the sport.  Boxing as a way to [...]

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We all recognize the importance of a good night’s sleep and how terrible we can feel when we don’t get one. In the short term sleep deprivation affects our concentration, decision making, and overall productivity. It can also influence your mood; making you more likely to be the office grump. The longer you go without sleep the greater [...]

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You had a solid routine. Your alarm was set so you could wake up early in the morning and start your day with a work out. You were energised and you were admiring the results. But lately you aren’t seeing the steady progress that you are used to…and the sound of your alarm clock going [...]

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Getting out of a rut

On September 30, 2011 By

If you can’t remember the last time you tried something new either at work or at home, or if the everyday rigmarole that is your life has you yearning for something more, then it is likely that you are in a rut. So now that you have made this realisation what can you do to [...]

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Dancing is a perfect way to combine fitness and fun and is a great way to bond with old friends or make new ones. Belly dancing is one of the oldest dance forms and is a great way to strengthen your core muscles. It can be quite an intimate and powerful experience. You can wiggle [...]

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