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Over the years, I have learned that being ‘healthy’ doesn’t just mean eating whole foods, heart foundation ticks, balanced portions on your plate, correct meal timing or following a ‘diet’. I’ve learned also, that being ‘fit’ doesn’t necessarily mean you can lift your body weight on the chest press, run 10km without breaking a sweat, […]
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Last week, I caught up with Senior Yin Yoga Teacher, Leonie Lockwood, and after feeling inspired to get DEEPER into my postures and sit LONGER in my poses, I wanted to share some cool tips I found about getting your OWN Yin Yoga Practice started. “This practice is designed to help you sit longer, […]
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Last week, I published an interview with Superstar Nutritional Therapist, Kelsey Ale. Not only does she help people find their BEST health, but she also makes delicious Paleo desserts… So, by popular demand, I’ve managed to get the details of her infamous ‘SEXY BLACK FORREST CAKE’ With Valentine Day FAST approaching, what better way to […]
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Welcome February 2017!! Hopefully you’re “Wellness” goals are still running hot, and if they’re not; I’ve got some EXTRA inspiration from Los Angeles Nutritional Therapy Practitioner & Paleo Chef, Kelsey Ale. Last month, while I was visiting the City of Angels, I had the rare opportunity to catch up link up with this stunning lady, […]
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Christchurch is probably BEST known to most as the “Garden City” of the South Island in New Zealand; but best known to ME, as home ❤ Although it shaped my youth and feel like I know it like the back of my hand, it’s ALWAYS changing, and when I was there a few weeks ago, […]
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Following on from “Ahimsa” (non-violence) as posted a few weeks back, it is believed that the five Yama’s should be followed in numerical order to purify one towards the final stage of Ashtanga yoga; spiritual enlightenment (Samadhi). “As truthfulness is achieved, the results of the Yogi’s actions naturally result according to the will of the Yogi” […]
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I may not be a psychiatrist or counselor; but I AM however, a professional on becoming lost – and finding a positive new direction. “Getting lost is not a waste of time; to travel is to Evolve” -Pierre Bernard I’m not talking about just geographically (though I’m good at that too) here, although sometimes I […]
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Yoga is more than just the Asana or postures on the mat. When studied at depth, it is broken down into Pantanjali’s eight limbs or branches, where part one, is focused on the Yama’s. To simplify this, a “Yama” (five in total), is an ethical practice one must adhere to in accordance with the yogic lifestyle. Consequently, […]
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If you’re reading this, you’re unlikely to be a stranger to fitness training. Early mornings, cross – fitting, yoga, F45, boxing, the “working lunch”, resistance training, running, swimming, post – work work – outs, cycling, power walks… whatever your fitness routine & goals are, today I wanted to remind you to REST. Yes, REST! With […]
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Everyone is becoming something. We’re constantly evolving, changing and challenging ourselves to make the most out of this precious life. We have goals we want to achieve and dates to achieve them by. Whether it’s getting Fitter. Happier. Smarter. Stronger. Sexier. Savvier. They’re all goals that start on the inside, and eventually show on the outside. […]
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