Is there anything as versatile, adaptable and convenient as a smoothie? I doubt it. Nor are there many things as universally beloved. Smoothies are scrumptious, indulgent concoctions that tickle the taste buds and, inexplicably, with every sip make you feel just a little bit happier and make the world a little bit friendlier. The smoothie is so …
Top 10 Dos and Don’ts of Gym Etiquette Dos Do dress appropriately. Leave the tattered, torn and dirty clothes at home. And cover up, please. Most would prefer not to be distracted by too much skin or workout clothes that are too tight. Do wear deodorant, but skip the perfume and after-shave lotion. In …
Move Your Alarm Clock Instead of sleeping with the alarm next to your bed, move it to the other side of the room. That way, you’ll have to get up and get out of bed to shut it off. Once you’re up, it’s that much easier to stretch, don your workout clothes, and head out …
Limit your workouts to 30-40 minutes. Though the tendency of some people who really want to get a lot out of their workouts is to spend a lot of time at the gym, the truth is that after 30 or 40 minutes, the benefit isn’t as great. To go that long, you’d have to lower …
Our bodies are around 60% water, give or take. It is commonly recommended to drink eight 8-ounce glasses of water per day (the 8×8 rule). Although there is little science behind this specific rule, staying hydrated is important. Here are 7 evidence-based health benefits of drinking plenty of water. 1. Water Helps to Maximize Physical …
We are delighted to be organising our 2nd annual charity Indoor Relay Triathlon on Friday 13th March 2015 for Jigsaw Galway. Teams of three will take part in relay with one person to swim, one person to cycle and one person to run simultaneously. The distances are 400 metre swim, 20km cycle and a 5km run. …
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1. Sugar is 8 Times More Addictive Than Cocaine Added sugar is a disaster when consumed in excess. There is no doubt about it, the evidence of its harmful effects is overwhelming. Excess sugar can drive obesity, cause insulin resistance, belly fat gain, increased liver fat and serious diseases like type 2 diabetes and heart …
Top 50 Healthiest Foods Eating healthy does NOT have to be boring. There is a massive amount of foods out there that are both healthy and tasty. Here are the 50 healthiest foods on earth. Most of them are surprisingly delicious. 1-6: Fruits and Berries Fruits and berries are among the world’s most popular …
Something we’re all guilty of and something we’ve all done. We give ourselves an hour or two to get in a workout, and then end up wasting nearly half of it getting sidetracked, getting dressed at the gym or chatting with friends we bump into along the way. Even with the best intentions, you can …
By the time lunch time comes around, most people might be seeking out the nearest deli for chicken fillet rolls or even going to take aways. But there is no need to ruin the New Year’s resolutions or even spend hours slaving over lunch preparation in the kitchen. There are so many easy and healthy …