The technique is seen as the gold standard for aerobic health
Is There Actually A Best Exercise Plan For Fat Loss? A PT Explains
Is it all about maximising calorie burn?
Absa Run Your City Cape Town 10K Cancelled Due to Severe Weather Warning
A cold front is expected to make landfall over the province on Sunday morning.
The Women’s Health South Africa Beauty Awards 2026 Submission Guidelines
Submission guidelines and all the FAQs answered here.
workouts
The Best Yoga Flow For Relaxation
Because sometimes you just need a woosah moment… ✨
The 15-Minute Tone Up Workout
A just-the-essentials routine that puts every muscle through its paces, no equipment required.
This Do-Anywhere Workout Will Have You Sweating Up A Storm
Get ready for 25 minutes of intense calorie burning! 🔥
Total-Body Toning Spring Workout
Spring is sprung and you’re wondering where that summer body is? It’s time for total-body toning baby!
Build Killer Abs With This Quick Core Workout
This quick core workout from onebhody owner Chantel Struwig is a speedy slot-in after your regular workout and burns so good.
This 15-Minute Full-Body Workout Is Perfect For Beginners
But that doesn’t mean it’s easy….
health
5 Science-Backed Benefits Of ‘Grandma Hobbies’
Embroidery, knitting and cross-stitch are having a moment with millennial women. But this isn’t about nostalgia – it’s neuroscience
Common Misconceptions About Vaccinations And The Risks Of Missing Vaccines
Are you up to date?
Getting An Abortion In South Africa: What You Should Know
Exactly how safe is it to have an abortion in South Africa? And when during gestation is it ok?
Science Makes A Case For Why You Should Let Go Of That Grudge Already
Bad news for all the haters out there.
5 Science-Backed Benefits Of ‘Grandma Hobbies’
Embroidery, knitting and cross-stitch are having a moment with millennial women. But this isn’t about nostalgia – it’s neuroscience
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recipes
The Steak Recipe Guests Will Still Be Raving About Weeks Later…
We mean, is it even a braai if there’s no steak in the mix?
The Grilled Chicken Meal You’ll Be Eating All Summer Long
Simple, quick and nutritious, chicken is a braai favourite that never disappoints!
Dessert On The Braai? Nail It With These Easy BBQ Strawberries With Black Pepper Honey Glaze
Braais shouldn’t just be reserved for meats and this dessert recipe proves why!
Cast-Iron Spinach And Artichoke Dip, Perfect For Any Gathering
This spinach and artichoke dip is the easiest appetiser you will ever make.
Samp & Beans (Umngqusho), Exactly How Your Gran Made It
Cookbook author and TV chef Liziwe Matloha teaches us how to make this African classic.
Chicken Necks, Feet And Gizzards For A Taste Of Home
If you take away anything from this recipe, it should be this: chicken feet are rich in collagen which, in turn, is great for your skin!
beauty
» skincare
Everything To Know About Double Cleansing – And Which Products To Use
If you thought using a face wipe was enough to remove all the dirt from your face, might we introduce double cleansing, the skincare trend with legs? Here’s how to double cleanse, with products for your skin type.
What Is Oil Gritting? Experts Break Down The TikTok Beauty Hack
A deep dive on the latest TikTok beauty hack.
Dry Skin? Try These 3 Hydrating, Nourishing and Brightening Face Masks You Can Make In Your Kitchen
Is your skin in need of some TLC thanks to changing seasons? Head to the kitchen to whip up these expert-approved DIY face masks for dry skin.
The Best Sunscreens Tested And Approved By Editors
Stay protected, stay radiant.
» make-up
How To Cheat Microblading At Home — Yes, Really!
So you can’t commit because you’re nervous to do the actual treatment. Forget tattooing your brows, we’ve got the low-down on how to cheat microblading…
We Just Tried 9 Kinda Scary Lipstick Shades — Here’s Which Ones We’d Buy
Team WH stepped out our comfort zones and put Yardley’s new stayfast lipstick shades to the test. Here, the shades we’re reaching for over and over again.
4 Celeb Beauty Secrets From Lorna Maseko’s Make-Up Artist
EXCLUSIVE: Want to look camera-ready flawless? Lorna Maseko’s make-up artist shares the tips and secrets that give her celeb clients that red-carpet glow.
Products To Get Rid Of Annoying 24hr Wear Make-Up That Actually Work
We’re about to do a run-down of products that will dissolve, melt or wipe away even the toughest of waterproof make-up. And they actually work.
» hair
5 Major Reasons Why Your Hair Might Be Falling Out
Seeing a ton of it left behind in the brush? If you feel like you’re shedding more lately, there may be something else behind your hair loss.
4 Black Girl Hair Issues You Probably Didn’t Think Were Problems — And How To Fix Them
Black girls’ hair can be both a blessing and a curse. Whether it’s kinky, coily or curly, here’s how to make it work for you.
2 Ways To Cure Your Itchy, Flaky, Downright Gnarly Winter Scalp
One reason for a gnarly scalp? Our dependence on dry shampoo. Uh-oh. So, what do you do when things are already out of hand?
This Is The #1 Hair Product You Need In Your Gym Bag
We’re all horribly familiar with bad post-gym hair, so we sourced the perfect-hair solution that will have you out of the change room in no time…
entertainment
my life in wellness
40 Personal Trainer-Approved Health Habits You Should Steal
If there’s one woman who can whip you into shape, it’s The Biggest Loser’s Jillian Michaels. Here, the health habits this personal trainer swears by…
4 Wellness Crazes You Need To Know The Truth About
Get smart about social trends. Not all wellness crazes on your feed are worth a like. Enter our hit-or-miss guide of what to follow.
This Is The Easiest Way To Ease Tension From Sore Muscles
Certain ingredients, when added to bath water, serve as a powerful remedy to sore muscles and act to energise the body. You’ll love how easy this method is!
Are Your Drinking Habits Ruining Your Brain Health?
We know that drinking high levels of alcohol is bad for your health and those around you. But is drinking in moderation safer for your brain?
Feeling Lonely? Your Social Media Habits Could Be To Blame
While the purpose of social media is to help you connect with others, the amount of time you’re spending on these sites could in fact be make you lonely.
30 Things To Do By The Time You Turn 30
See how many you can check off so far…
latest
How To Work Out Safely During The First Trimester
You would never attempt to run a marathon without training. So why would you attempt to tackle labour and delivery – a marathon in itself – without preparing your body? Having a fit pregnancy has little to do with maintaining your figure and more to do with...
I Used AI To Create An Eating Plan For Weight Loss – Here’s What Happened
AI (artificial intelligence) has morphed from a vaguely interesting idea to everyone’s go-to tool to an all-encompassing technology that we’re now learning to fear. From using it to unlock your phone to navigating with Google Maps, AI has transformed the technological...
This Do-Anywhere Cardio Workout Is Perfect For All Levels
If your motivation dips the moment you walk into a crowded gym, outdoor workouts might be exactly what you need. Training outside isn't just a change of scenery; it delivers potent physical, mental and emotional benefits that indoor workouts can't replicate. Need...
Why You Need Breathwork In Your Life, According To Mental Health Experts
After a stressful day, you arrive at yoga class, which your instructor starts with a brief breathwork exercise. You feel tense at first, but after a few minutes of steady inhales and exhales, you start to feel better – lighter, even. If this sounds like you, congrats,...
I Get Five Hours Of Sleep Each Night But Feel Totally Fine. How Bad Is That, Really?
There are countless sleep hacks, supplements and cosy pyjamas that may elevate your sleep game, but that doesn’t mean falling – and staying – asleep is easy. That’s why when some people feel totally fine with only a few hours of sleep under their belt,...
This Low-Impact Strength Workout Is Surprisingly Sweaty
Can’t face the thought of a run? Well, here’s good news: fast and furious isn’t the only pace that will score you the physique of your dreams. In fact, slowing down – and even staying still – can make workouts more effective. With this quick, low-impact strength...
11 Easy Fitness Resolutions You’ll Actually Stick To In 2026
Set ambitious New Year’s resolutions, quickly lose motivation due to the strict nature of said resolutions, give up completely: a familiar, well-documented arc for many of us – particularly when it comes to fitness-related goals. A YouGov survey exploring...
Want Total-Body Functional Strength? This Push-Up Challenge Is For You
Simple, scalable and surprisingly powerful, the push-up is one of the most effective moves you can do with just your bodyweight. This push-up challenge strips fitness back to basics, using one deceptively tough exercise to build total-body strength, improve core...
16 Really Unique Fitness Races You’ll Want To Add To Your Bucket List
Whoever thinks running is all about you, the road and lifting one foot after another may need to pick up an internet-enabled device. Running races, marathons, trail running and more have innovated far beyond you and the open road. New, unique fitness races for running...
These Are The 4 Mocktail Recipes Every Hostess Will Gatekeep (They’re That Good!)
If rum cake, mince pies and a generous pour of bubbles are already on the menu, these mocktails are simply a fresh addition to the festive table. They’re perfect for the hostess who loves to offer something a little different – whether that’s alongside cocktails or as...
A Deload Week Over Christmas Will Help You Hit Your Goals, Experts Say – Here’s How
Has the idea of taking a break from your fitness routine this Christmas left you with more fear than cheer? Good news. Rest days are a legitimate cornerstone of muscle recovery – a hard-earned chance to kick back and allow the past week’s gains to catch up with you,...
“I Swapped My Desk For The Karoo And Ended Up Walking Among The Big Five”
The mental and physical benefits of walking stack up incredibly fast. Now, pair that with a trek across a landscape boasting five distinct biomes and we promise you, this trip will be on your 2026 bucket list in no time! Beyond the obvious perks, connecting deeply...
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