“Know that your brain is working for you.”
“Know that your brain is working for you.”
Forget the heavy, clunky trainers of the past.
Plus, the expert-recommended foods to build your own post-workout meal.
According to studies, these are the best strength exercises for runners to build muscle and prevent injury.
Some of our July/August 2023 cover star’s strength training moves, as demonstrated by her personal trainer Muzzi Zikalala.
From answering the question ‘What is Pilates’, the best Pilates classes to Pilates for beginners and the difference between Pilates and yoga, we’re here to help.
This total-body workout will challenge your muscles while setting you up for fitness success.
Bonus: You’ll improve your posture and gym confidence, too
Need a little get-up-and-go action? Here are Takkies’ top tips on how to move it when you’re just not feeling it.
Whether you’re pressed for space or can’t find weights at the gym, this abs and arms bodyweight workout does the job and then some.
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This salmon sandwich, which channels the Swedish way of eating, is here to boost your desk lunch – and your health
This cake is made with egg whites alone and is magically light so it’s perfect for summer and its pure, white snowiness is an ingenious nod to Christmas…
It’s a protein-packed breakfast or snack.
Want healthy festive recipes that will leave you seriously satisfied? These are delicious, fresh and allergen-friendly.
Yes, these are fries in disguise.
This healthy salad recipe is flavour-packed, fresh, easy-to-make and uber crunchy.
Exercising is ace for every part of your body — except your skin. Here’s 6 ways your sweat shesh can mess with your appearance – and how to deal!
Choosing the right screen can be tricky that’s why it’s we gathered ten mineral sunscreens that will protect your skin and won’t damage the environment.
Rise and shine! And we mean shiny! Say what?! Face oil can change your skin woes into favourable glows.
Your 30s are a strange time. Grey hairs start popping up in the mirror, and you experience a strange skin care phenomenon: acne AND wrinkles.
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What if we told you that you could ditch the fake eyelashes? You can get longer, thicker eyelashes just by using one product. And no, it’s not mascara…
Give your lips a little love with these natural lip colours that will leave your pout soft and moisturised. Here, our long-lasting faves…
Who needs false lashes when you’ve got mascaras that can fake the exact same look? Plus: instant lash application tricks that’ll leave you wide-eyed…
The secret’s out. The lob suits everyone. And we mean everyone! Here’s why you’ll want to try this collarbone-grazing style on for size.
Yes, your hair loss could be a thing of the past, thanks to two pioneering SA specialists who have finally found the real solution to balding…
Check out Unathi Msengana’s modern twist on an old fave – and other celebs who are taking retro hairstyles back to the future!
Thick, vibrant hair is a hallmark of youth and vitality, which is why we all want it. Here are five ways to deal with thinning hair…
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