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Tag: healthy lifestyle

  • Longevity Is Trending, But What Does Your Body Need Right Now?

    Longevity Is Trending, But What Does Your Body Need Right Now?

    Longevity is everywhere at the moment. From books and podcasts to fitness routines, supplements and skincare, it seems that everyone is talking about how to live longer, age better and optimise our health.

    We hear about eating more protein, building muscle, improving recovery, supporting cellular health and investing in the latest wellness technologies.

    And while I love learning about wellness and discovering new ways to look after ourselves, I sometimes wonder whether we have become so focused on what our bodies might need in the future that we forget to ask a much simpler question:

    What does my body actually need right now?

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  • 5 Simple Ways to Reset Your Body After a Night Out

    5 Simple Ways to Reset Your Body After a Night Out

    It’s a foggy Sunday in London, the autumn vibes are here, and I love it.

    There is something about a slow Sunday after a night out that makes the perfect excuse for a little extra self-care. Especially when you were out the night before!

    I believe wellness is all about balance. Looking after yourself doesn’t mean saying no to everything you enjoy. Social wellness is important too, and sometimes that means going out for dinner, meeting friends and enjoying a few glasses of wine.

    The key is knowing how to look after yourself afterwards.

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  • Does Combining Pilates and Strength Training Give You a Leaner Look?

    Does Combining Pilates and Strength Training Give You a Leaner Look?

    Pilates, especially Reformer Pilates, has been everywhere for a while now. And lately, I’ve noticed more and more workout plans combining Pilates with strength training.

    As both a personal trainer and Pilates instructor, I’ve practised both for years, and honestly, I don’t think you should to choose to only do one of the two.

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  • Blood Sugar Regulation: Is It More Important Than Calories?

    Blood Sugar Regulation: Is It More Important Than Calories?

    I recently read Glucose Revolution by Jessie Inchauspé, also known as the Glucose Goddess, and it made me look at food in a slightly different way.

    The book focuses on something we don’t always think about when we talk about healthy eating: what happens to our blood sugar after we eat.

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