Fitness

A recent study concludes that the husks and silverskin that coffee manufacturers remove during production might harbor useful compounds. Although the study is preliminary, its findings could eventually benefit both human health and the environment. The study looks to repurpose the waste that coffee production creates. Coffee is one of the world’s most popular drinks.

I’ve always been a night owl. I stay up too late, and then I’m still so wired when I climb into bed that I struggle to fall asleep. As much as I know I should make bigger changes to my evening routine, that’s easier said than done — so, when some CBD and lavender products

Women experience many significant physical and emotional changes during pregnancy. Third trimester weight gain is an important part of later pregnancy and is not usually a cause for concern. Many women will experience rapid weight gain during their third trimester. This is because the fetus typically gains the most weight in this time, according to

TBH, doing a triceps dip can be pretty tricky. But I’m going to teach you everything you need to know about the upper-body exercise — the benefits, form tips, variations, and more! The basic triceps dip is a bodyweight exercise. Translation: it’s a move that uses your own mass as a tool to build muscle,

Katrina went from never working out to running, and over time, she had lost nearly 60 pounds. She explained that it was difficult to maintain her weight loss and she eventually gained all the weight back. After getting married, Katrina said, she wasn’t as active, and she knew it was time to get back on

Everyone, including males, has some breast tissue. For many males, the breast tissue never enlarges. For some, however, it expands due to hormonal changes, certain medications, or an underlying medical condition. Some people call this condition “man boobs,” which may feel like an uncomfortable or bothersome term. Some males may also feel embarrassed to seek

What do you call a trail runner in a tutu and a pink wig? You call it Cally Silberbauer. I’m a sucker for dress-up parties. You know that scene in Mean Girls where Cady goes all-out for that Halloween party? That would 100% be me. So when I heard that the Namaqualand Flower Festival does not

Imagine if your local SoulCycle class had auditions for new instructors to prove their energy levels. That’s exactly what Saturday Night Live put to the test during a sketch on Oct. 12, when host David Harbour and members of the cast brought their best impressions to the bikes. It takes a lot of practice to

Green Giant released cauliflower pizza crust last year and finally has a whole slew of new cauliflower products because, well, it’s a food trend that deserves to stay. The longtime provider of frozen foods has introduced new veggie-based swaps for gnocchi, hash browns, and tater tots, and you’re going to want to make some room

Recent studies have shown that people with type 2 diabetes who lose weight lower their risk of cardiovascular problems. But what happens if, after a time, they regain the weight they had lost? New research warns that maintaining weight loss is crucial when it comes to reducing diabetes-associated cardiovascular risk. Overweight and obesity are two

CEO and co-creator of the POUND fitness movement (the first and only full-body drumming workout) Kirsten Potenza, who’s based in the USA, is all about making exercise fun. POUND workouts have become popular globally, and if it sounds familiar to you, it’s probably because, in 2017, it was introduced to South Africa in various Virgin

A daily yoga practice is a great habit in theory: strengthening for your body, relaxing and restorative for your mind. Making it work in practice can be another story. Sometimes even a 10-minute flow feels like more than you can manage, and that’s OK. When I don’t have time for a full flow, folding into

When a person has a bowel movement and then weighs themselves, they may see a small change in weight that tends to be equal to the weight of the stool. If they do see this change, it is rarely significant, and it does not amount to long term weight loss. Health professionals do not recommend

I really started working out in my mid-20s, and I’ve never been the same. I’m constantly moving, whether I’m doing yoga, strength training, HIIT, barre, biking, or running. It’s given me confidence that I didn’t have before, and I’ve become an expert at choosing fitness gear that works for my body, as well as each

The ketogenic diet, which most people call the keto diet, is a diet that is high in fat and very low in carbohydrates. This type of diet encourages a metabolic state called ketosis, in which the body burns fat instead of carbohydrate as its primary source of energy. The process of burning fat results in

You may be physically exhausted when you get into bed at night, but if your mind is racing, there’s a good chance you’ll have trouble falling asleep. That’s why it’s so important to find ways to unwind before bed, so you can quiet those thoughts and get a full night of restful sleep. Melissa Bernbaum,

What’s the first thing that comes to mind when you think about the words twitch and muscle? Spasms, perhaps. You’d hardly be alone in thinking that. But when it comes to fitness, it’s most commonly associated with fast-twitch and slow-twitch muscles, the two main types of muscle fibres that are activated whenever you exercise, or

Hands up if you’re a fitness-tracker-toting gal. Then we bet you can relate to at least one of these last-ditch attempts to get in those 10 000 steps… “I Run Midnight Laps Around My House” “So, confession time: I count steps on an app not a gadget (totes old school), so I often don’t realise

There’s so much to love about hummus: the creamy texture and filling protein, the way it pairs perfectly with crisp vegetables. But if you’re following a low-carb diet, you may be unsure how the Mediterranean dip fits into your plan. After all, legumes are relatively high in carbohydrates, and most low-carb diets allow only 50

Started cycling and experiencing butt pain, numbness or saddle sores? My personal journal with butt pain I’ve been cycling for just over two years and I’ve become well-acquainted with my butt during this time. The truth is, your butt always hurts in the beginning. Like with any new sport, your body has to get used