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How to run (or walk) your first 5km

Kathleen Alleaume - Friday, May 04, 2012

If you haven’t been running in years – or if you’ve never run before – it might seem like a massive mountain to climb. This simple guide will get you to a point where you can run 5km – in just one month.

There are so many benefits to running once you get started. It can improve your fitness, help with weight management – and no expensive gym membership is needed! So, if you’re keen to try jogging or running, don’t sweat it. This step- by-step guide will have you making tracks in no time. If you need added motivation, signing up for a 5km race with a friend is a great way to kick off your routine. This special 5km-goal training schedule incorporates a mix of running, walking and resting. This combination helps reduce the risk of injury, stress, fatigue, while boosting your enjoyment of training. All you need to do is make a commitment to run at least three times a week.

Here’s how to get yourself ready for the starting line in just four weeks [read more...]


Best Options for Family Fitness

Kathleen Alleaume - Thursday, January 19, 2012

It might take some coaxing to get the kids off the couch, but family fitness activities are a great way to get healthy and spend some quality time together this summer. The key is to keep it simple and fun for everyone. The following activities will engage the whole family and get everyone’s heart pumping!

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Best Fat Busters

Kathleen Alleaume - Friday, December 02, 2011

You’ve heard it before: To reduce your overall body fat, you need to burn more kilojoules than you eat over the day, week or month. During exercise, your body uses carbs, fat and protein for fuel. During low-intensity exercise, fat is the main fuel source, but as the intensity increases, your body will start to use carbs as well. Protein is used as a last resort. So you are better off exercising at a lower intensity to reduce your body fat?

How Your Sushi Really Stacks Up

Kathleen Alleaume - Thursday, November 24, 2011

Whether you’re hooked on hand rolls or mad about maki, make sure you’re choosing the right option – not a kilojoule bomb. Check out this guide for the best and worst sushi

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