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Snacks to pack so you don’t run out of steam

Snacking can provide the boost of energy we need, help ensure we are meeting our nutritional needs and can even keep us from overeating at our next meal. While there can be important benefits to snacking, it’s important to consider what foods you are snacking on. When you’re

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Having a tough day? Walk it out.

If you’ve got endless work emails coming through and a long to-do list, you might spend your whole day feeling stressed. Life can sometimes be tough, but how we deal with these situations makes all the difference to how we feel. During the days where you’re feeling

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How to make sticking to your exercise goal easier

Sticking to your exercise goals isn’t always easy. We all go through phases when we feel unmotivated, and we’re struggling to get ourselves to work out regularly. Luckily, there are lots of things that you can do to try and find your mojo again. The number one thing

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How to recover from a sleepless night

You can’t always guarantee that you’re going to get a great night’s sleep all the time. Whether we’re too hot, too cold, or feeling stressed, there are lots of reasons why we might occasionally struggle to get to sleep or get back to sleep if we

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How to set a new fitness goal you can stick with

Do you have a fitness goal you have been thinking about?  Perhaps you want to start a regular exercise routine? Maybe you want to hit a personal best in your deadlift? Or maybe you want to start training for a race in the spring? Whatever your fitness goal, you need

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Setting up a home gym with limited space and budget

Gym memberships can be expensive. If you love working out but the price of joining the local gym isn’t in your budget, you might benefit from setting up your own gym at home. Start by considering which room or area of your home will be most practical to set

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Sticking to your healthy eating goals when dining out

Eating out with your friends and family doesn’t have to mean choosing the salad option every time. You can still enjoy your time dining out while eating some delicious food, even if you have a health goal! So, how can you ensure that you still enjoy the food you’

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The benefits of bedtime stories

Children often enjoy a bedtime story, and it helps them drift off into a deep sleep, but have you ever considered your own bedtime reading? Reading before bed is a great way to potentially boost your sleep quality and quantity. If you’ve been having trouble sleeping recently, try picking

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What is a compound exercise?

Strength training exercises can be split into two categories - compound exercises and isolated exercises. Compound exercises are movements that require you to use more than one group of muscles and more than one joint. This is unlike isolated movements that use a single muscle and one joint. If you want

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What are healthy fats?

We used to be told that fats should be avoided because they contribute to heart disease and obesity. However, recent research shows a range of benefits to consuming certain types of fats in your diet. There are two main groups of fats - saturated and unsaturated. It’s the unsaturated fats

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What is the healthy plate model?

The Healthy Plate Model, also known as The Healthy Eating Plate, is a reference guide that people can use to create healthy, well-balanced meals. Following The Healthy Plate Model makes it easier for you to stick to a healthy eating regime and maximize your nutrition. It involves a set

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What to do when you feel too tired to work out

Some days, you’re too tired to even think about working out. Maybe you’ve had a night of poor sleep, or your muscles are still sore and aching from your previous workout. On days like this, focusing on light movement and low-intensity exercise may help you to feel

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Why am I restless at night?

We’re all prone to having the odd restless night, and it can leave us feeling groggy, tired, moody or lacking focus the next day. There are several reasons why you might be restless at night, and you’re not alone if you’re having trouble sleeping. Around 14% of

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Why can't I eat just one potato chip?

Potato chips are one of North America’s favorite comfort foods.  Unfortunately, when you open up a bag of potato chips you might find that once you’ve had one chip, it’s almost impossible to stop. You’re not alone if you feel this way. Many people find it

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Why decluttering can make you feel better

Nowadays, it’s all too easy to accumulate a large number of belongings. While it’s nice to have everything you need within arm’s reach, it feels amazing when you’ve had a good clear out in your home. Decluttering has a range of benefits. Having a cluttered space

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3 tips for healthier eating

Healthy eating can often feel overwhelming, especially when there is so much conflicting information online about what we should and shouldn’t be eating. But it doesn't have to be complicated. In fact, it can be quite simple if you follow the right steps. Healthy eating means enjoying

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Ways to calm down when you are feeling frustrated

It’s natural to sometimes feel anxious, stressed, angry, or frustrated. Life can be challenging, and we can often react with negative emotions. What’s important in these situations is knowing how to deal with your emotions and calm yourself down. But this is much easier said than done, especially

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Eat for energy

Food is one of the most enjoyable aspects of life. It gives us the energy to do the things we love, and it tastes great. Food also provides an opportunity for us to socialize over a delicious meal with our loved ones. Along with exercise, sleep and hydration, the foods

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Exercising in cold weather

If you have a long-term health and fitness goal and live in a northern climate, it’s likely that you’ll need to exercise over the winter. Unfortunately, the weather is usually not the best during the winter months, and this can make exercise a lot more difficult. You

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Foods to fuel your body pre-workout

Fueling your body with the right kinds of foods before your workout is almost as important as the workout itself. If you want to get the most out of your training sessions and achieve the best results, you need to prepare your body to work hard. This involves eating the

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How long do I need to stretch for and how often?

If you’ve ever been to a gym class or a sports training session, your instructor has probably taken you through a quick stretching routine at the start and end of the session. You may not have given much thought as to why you were made to stretch or how

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How to get over a fitness slump

Nobody has motivation every day of the year. It’s natural for you to find your fitness journey easy one week and difficult the next. We’ve all had those weeks when getting up and going to the gym is the last thing we want to do. The alarm goes

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How to stick to your healthy eating goals

Healthy eating looks different for every individual. However, there are some general guidelines which can apply to most people. One of the best ways to reach your healthy eating goal is by focusing on consuming a well-balanced diet full of nutrient-dense foods. This includes fresh vegetables and fruits,

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Why leg day is important

You might have heard the phrase ‘never skip a leg day’ in the past. Despite this popular phrase in the fitness community, many people are guilty of skipping their leg workouts. But you shouldn’t be skipping leg day on a regular basis for several reasons. Leg workouts aren’t

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I'm in a wheelchair - what can I do to get my heart pumping?

If you have an injury or illness that requires you to be in a wheelchair, there are lots of things you can do to maintain a healthy lifestyle and find fun and exciting adaptations that are perfect for you. Exercise is an important part of anybody’s lifestyle. It helps