Now more than ever, we can rely on the tools and exercises readily available to reduce mental and physical stress to our bodies. Although it is definitely easier said than done, we can use Yoga as an escape during these crazy times (even if it is only for a few minutes!). Practicing it on a…
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Are you new to running or a regular runner who always finds the first mile or 15-20minutes the hardest part of the run? There are a few reasons behind this including setting off too fast or when the negative self-talk kicks in… ‘I’ll never complete the whole thing’, ‘It’s going to be so hard!’ or…
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The big question… Have you set any? I have to be honest I’m not a big fan of New Years resolutions particularly if they are from the ‘on a diet’ or ‘off a diet’ mentality, which I personally don’t think is the best approach to achieving long term optimal health. The Christmas period…
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Have you ever thought about how hungry you are on a scale of 1-10? Do you know when you have eaten too much or maybe no enough? Becoming in tune with your hunger and fullness ques and responding accordingly are not only essential for weight loss but also for achieving optimal health and maintaining your…
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The holidays are over and a new school year has begun. Back to wearing uniforms, carrying book bags, homework, and afterschool activities. For many school kids, however, lunch is the best thing about the school day! Mums know this. They also know the importance for kids to have a healthy meal to carry them through…
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If you’re like most women (and some men), I’m sure you’ve stood on the scales or in front of a mirror and felt deflated. The scales give us a sense of accomplishment, but can also crush us. You’ve dieted, you’ve exercised, and you’re still not changing your shape. You tell yourself you’re not tall enough,…
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Following on from our last blog post about why excess sugar is best avoided we thought we would share with you in a little more detail what actually happens to sugar when we eat it. Our bodies are designed to allow 1-2tsp of sugar into the blood stream at a time, when we eat…
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When feeling a tad bloated, sluggish and carrying a little excess weight, January is often the time of year when we all want to hit the gym, eat healthy and get in shape! With this in mind we want to share with you just why limiting sugar or completely cutting it out (if you’re…
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It can be easy to let your health and fitness habits slip over the festive season, so here’s our four top tips to keep you fit and healthy over the holidays. Don’t forget to head over to our facebook page to check out all our tips in our videos too! https://www.facebook.com/sanavitahealth/ Avoid Fasting …
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As the darker evenings start to draw in, and the days get shorter it can be difficult to keep motivated to exercise. Try these top 5 tips to keep your training mojo! 1. Get more natural light It’s well known that the amount of natural light we experience has an effect on our…
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