Fit after your C-section
Written by: Annéke da Silva Yes – you are actually allowed to do exercise after a C-section, but doing it at the right time and doing the right exercises is what’s crucial. I have some tips and tricks of how soon you can start and what is considered safe after your C-section. First things first Healing […]
The importance of physical activity for the elderly
Written by: Helene Malan With the average age of humans living longer  – it is nothing new to find many centenarians today – quality of life for the elderly becomes more important than ever. Physical activity has many benefits but alarmingly some research reports that only one in four people between the ages of 65 and […]
Grooming Future Champions
Written by: Joyce Rantsho Top athletes in the world are groomed at a young age to practise and execute the basic fundamental skills of their sport choice. Let’s take the Williams sisters as an example, who started learning how to play tennis at approximately 5 years of age. At ages 5 – 7 a child’s […]
Wellness in your home, in your family, within you.
What is wellness? Not according to your Google app, not according to what wellness experts say but according to you. In the day and age, that we live in we have different perspectives of what wellness is and take other people’s perspectives without forming our own. I don’t want to give you a definition of […]
Improve Your Mind Through Diet and Exercise
Researchers from Harvard University have determined that regular exercise can improve memory and thinking skills. With that knowledge, it is important to determine which exercises, and even diet plans, help improve your mental health. Taking the time to learn the proper way to implement these methods will be beneficial for anyone looking to improve their lives through exercise and diet. […]
Keeping Yourself Healthy When Prepping For That All – Important eta Exam
Hundreds of people study at eta College every year – and with well-regarded courses accredited by the Council on Higher Education on offer, it’s really no surprise that it’s so popular. Exams here are rigorous and they’re not for the faint-hearted. And as the South African Department for Education advises, resting properly and preparing yourself physically for tough exams is […]
The Basics Of Eating Right In CollegeÂ
Amidst going to classes, studying for exams, and socializing on weekends, health may become less of a priority in college. In fact, most students aren’t even getting one serving of fruit or vegetables a day, research from Oregon State University finds. But nutrition and health are inextricably linked. It’s important to fuel your body with the right foods, so […]
5 tips to get moving
We all know that studying takes a lot out of us. This on top of the fact that you add a little more chaos into your life by doing this while you work. Working and coming home to study is easier said than done; most of us still want to keep our social lives going […]
HIIT vs. Endurance Training
Written by: Nastelle van Biljon Whether your goal is to lose weight or get fit, cardio is an essential component to your workout program. In recent years the focus has shifted from doing the same old moderate intensity exercise for 30-60 minutes daily to performing exercise in a manner that not only saves time but also […]
Virgin Active Recruitment | Revolution
Hi all, Virgin Active here! One of the most exciting product releases of the year is coming, and we’re looking for Top Guns to launch it for us. This isn’t a spin class, it’s a REVOLUTION. You do not have to be ride or Group X qualified, but must have a recognised fitness qualification. Do […]