From metabolic resets to bariatric surgery and weight loss injections, South Africa’s premium wellness retreats are changing how we view clinical recovery.
Training For Your Next Race? Garmin’s New Forerunners Could Level Up Your Training
Smarter training starts on your wrist.
Nervous System Regulation: 5 Calming Practices To Relax – Without Meditation
Burnout, brain fog, constant anxiety? Your nervous system might be crying out for help.
Is It Possible To Work Out At Night Without Sacrificing Sleep?
Is an evening workout on par with a 4pm coffee?
workouts
This Explosive Plyometrics Workout Crushes Calories In 15 Minutes
This explosive plyometrics workout helps you live longer and builds strong, lean muscle. Plus, it’s all over in just 15 mins.
This HIIT Stair Stepper Workout Torches Cals In Just 20 Minutes
This booty-sculpting HIIT stair stepper workout takes just 20 minutes.
Build Strength At Home With Trojan
Training at home doesn’t mean training easy – and this 20-minute workout proves it.
The Hiking Workout Every Woman Should Do Before You Hit The Trails
Strong glutes incoming 🍑
This No-Equipment Low-Impact Home Workout Works All Major Muscle Groups
Joints feeling eina after two weeks of jumps, high planks and endless push-ups? This low-impact home workout is just the reprieve you need.
This Full-Body Kettlebell Workout Is Your Go-To In A Packed Gym
Queuing for a treadmill? Not you! All you need for this workout is one kettlebell and a tiny piece of floorspace.
health
10 Ways You Can Actually Lower Your Cholesterol Without Medication
Too young to worry about cholesterol? Don’t be so sure…
The Risks of Tanning (And Yes, We Mean Sun Exposure Too)
A ‘healthy glow’ shouldn’t give you sun damage. Bottle your tan; protect your skin.
How Healthy Is Your Pee? Take This 10-Second Test To Find Out
It’s World Toilet Day – and you can tell a lot about your health by simply scrutinising your next piddle! So, how healthy is your pee?
Five Years After Breast Cancer, Amber Wright Is Stronger Than Ever
Amber Wright shares her 12-month fitness journey.
11 Subtle Signs Of Diabetes You Should Never Ignore
It’s the #1 cause of death in SA – and disproportionately affects women more than men.
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recipes
These Lamb Boerie Rolls Are The Ultimate Upgrade For Your Next Braai
Perfect for summer lunches next to the pool.
This Anti-Ageing Smoothie Bowl Is Bursting With Antioxidant Power
Start your day right. 🍓
This Healthy Grain Bowl Is So Good, You’ll Be Packing It On Repeat
Easy, healthy and hearty! 🥗
A Tropical, Protein-Packed Smoothie That Transports You Straight To The Beach
Tropical, zesty and totally energising. 🍹
The Fibre-Packed Salad That’ll Keep You Full (And Feeling Good)
Simple ingredients, major flavour. 🥗
3 Ab-Friendly Breakfast Recipes That Take Under 5 Mins To Prep
They’re speedy, taste insane and are downright good for you!
beauty
» skincare
Modern Face Toners Can Improve Nearly Every Type Of Skin Issue, Say Dermatologists
You don’t want to skip this step.
Pregnancy Skin Problems! What To Expect And How To Handle It
Because while your body’s changing in miraculous ways, your skin deserves a little TLC too
Here Are The 7 Things Dermatologists Would Never Do
Think twice about certain creams and reconsider gel manis.
How Skincare Experts Tackle Hyperpigmentation – And What Really Works
Experts break down what really works for hyperpigmentation treatment – from powerful actives to the humble SPF.
» make-up
Best Hydrating Foundations For Winter
We’ve rounded up the top hydrating foundations that will keep your skin glowing all season long. Here’s what has topped our shopping lists.
How To Get Salon-Quality Lashes At Home, From A Pro
Learning to do your lashes at home can reap many benefits: from saving time and money to having a clutch new skill up your sleeve!
3 Easy-To-Follow Make-Up Trends That’ll Make You Stand Out
Yes, these make-up trends are easy to follow, and YES they’re worth it and will make you stand out! Here’s how.
This R140 Make-Up Brush Set Is Going Viral Right Now For Being A Real Techniques Dupe
PSA! They’re going viral for good reason. But be quick, they sell out fast!🔥
» hair
How To Maintain Your Coily And Curly Hair While Working Out
Hair changes form when you apply heat and sweat. So how do you balance your haircare and workouts? Answers, right here.
3 Easy Hair Ideas For When You’re Truly Bored Of Everything
We’ve rounded up some of the cutest and easiest hair ideas that you can achieve regardless of your length or curl type.
How to Clean Your Hairbrushes, According to Stylists
Yes, your brush needs regular cleaning, too.
9 Best Summer Hair Products To Protect Your Locks This Season
Whether you’re hitting the waves, pool or a summery outdoor brunch, protect your strands from the elements with these summer hair products.
entertainment
my life in wellness
Hettie’s Story Proves It’s Never Too Late To Start Moving
Every day is a fresh opportunity to get up and move.
Why Practicing Self-Efficacy Is Key To Becoming The Best Version Of Yourself
Here are six expert-approved strategies to strengthen this mental muscle.
5 Ways To Actually Make Your New Year’s Resolutions Stick
Apply these practical tips to your 2025 goals.
TV/Radio Presenter and Speaker Rorisang Thandekiso On Her Debut Book and The Moments That Shaped Her Career
This darling of SA celebville recalls the exact moments that pointed her in the direction of her current career.
Queen Modjadji’s Breakout Star Masutang Rasekele On Life, Wellness And Finally Living Her Dream
Queen Modjadji actress Masutang Rasekele swears by dancing, walking and journalling to maintain a balanced life. Easy does it!
Actress Connie Ferguson On Ageing Beautifully And Honing Her Confidence
The iconic actress, who recently launched her extended beauty range, shares her simple wellness routine, saying she hopes to inspire confidence and resilience in others.
latest
Best Training Apps For 2026 To Help Improve Your Performance
Obvious statement alert: Getting to the gym on super-busy days can be damn near impossible. Plus, when everyone's trying to hit their #fitnessgoals, enough space to get your sweat on can be hard to come by. Rather than skip a workout, why not take it mobile? That’s...
How Much Can You Trust AI Eating Plans? Experts Explain
Artificial intelligence is being used in every process and product, from annoying deep-fakes to the new app your cousin vibe-coded to rate his ‘fits. Everyone’s hopped aboard the AI train, to do everything from be our boyfriend to make us meal plans for weight loss....
Guess Iconic Sublime Fragrance: Radiance In Every Note
As winter approaches and autumn settles in, we tend to lean into deep spices and heavier woods to match the mood. Guess Iconic Sublime offers a softer, more modern take on a cold-weather fragrance. It’s cosy without feeling dense. Warm, yet still fresh. The kind of...
5 Science-Backed Benefits Of ‘Grandma Hobbies’
Have you noticed an uptick in women embracing ‘grandma hobbies’? Turns out, it’s got nothing to do with nostalgia, and everything to do with our brains being quietly desperate for what these hobbies provide. A ‘grandma hobby’ is an activity that requires deep focus,...
17 Women Share What Finishing The Two Oceans Marathon Really Feels Like
There’s a moment, somewhere in that final stretch, where it all starts to catch up with you. The emotional floodgates open. The early alarms. The long runs. The days you showed up when it would’ve been easier to stay in bed. The sacrifices. EVERYTHING plays out in...
Research Suggests Your Brain Adapts Very Differently From First To Second Pregnancy
Research has shown that pregnancy can have a big impact on your brain, priming you to bond with your little one and to tackle the parenthood challenges ahead. But a new study analysing the brains of second-time moms has uncovered even more detail about the specific...
I Experienced Running Burnout From Chasing PBs – Here’s How I Recovered
Khanya Mazibu had just turned 30 when she moved from her bustling metropolis to the quiet rural area of Lusikisiki in the Eastern Cape. A mover from day one, Khanya felt compelled to take up running. But with each new distance, she felt herself suffering from running...
What Is The Run/Walk Method? Running Coaches Explain How It Works For Beginners And Beyond
If your entire social media feed is flooded with friends and family crushing marathon training, then ‘tis the season! It’s easy to find inspiration in every celebratory post, but for a rookie runner hoping to cross a finish line of your own, it can also feel a little...
6 Simple Healthy Coffee Hacks To Really Boost Your Blend
Everyday coffee – the way you like it: with or without sugar, milk or honey. The purpose is usually the same: to boost your focus so you can hack away at those emails and other tasks you've kinda sorta been putting off. But pairing your cup with a simple something...
From Running-phobe To Marathon Finisher – With A Prosthetic Blade
Joburger Erin Lazarus, 27, had always been sporty, but “avoided cross country like it was the plague”. Her father was a serious long-distance runner, and the family often tagged along to support his races. But long-distance running was not something Erin felt...
At 54, I Raced And Finished The Full UTCT – Here’s How
Of Cape Town's many challenging races, none is more formidable than the UTCT – Ultra-Trail Cape Town. The flagship distance, 100 miles through Cape Town's treacherous mountains, is one few have finished. 54-year-old runner Robyn Noble decided to take on UTCT race...
The Moment You Feel A Cold Coming On, Do These 8 Things Immediately To Speed Up Recovery
If you can’t remember the last time someone replied to a "how are you" message with anything other than a sneezing emoji, there’s some good news at least: with the crisp turn of autumn, we’re still a little way off from the true peak of cold and flu season. As for...
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