Let’s dive into the world of matcha protein powder, shall we? At its core, matcha protein powder is a fascinating blend of the age-old benefits of Matcha with the modern needs for protein. It’s like bringing together the wisdom of ancient tea ceremonies and today’s health demands. An impressive fusion. Nutritional Profile of Matcha Protein […]
Why your poor sleeping habits are affecting your training
Better sleep keeps you motivated. If you get the right amount of zzz’s the night before, you’re in a better mood to workout, you feel more alert, and you’ll be prepared to take on and smash your goals. You also feel more rested and relaxed, which is important for endurance. If your mind is exhausted […]
Improve the quality of your sleep with these six tips
Sleep plays a huge part in our overall health and wellbeing. A lack of sleep can have a huge effect on our mental health and how we manage stressful situations, and it also affects our performance in work and home tasks. Your body needs the right amount of rest so that it can properly function […]
How to relieve symptoms of seasonal affective disorder
Seasonal Affective Disorder is a mental health disorder where one suffers from depression or low moods around the same time every year. It commonly occurs around the winter months when the weather is cooler and there may be less sunlight, and this is why it gets labeled as ‘seasonal’. Before we go on to discuss […]
What is breathwork?
Breathwork is a more advanced type of mindful meditation that incorporates different breathing techniques that draw your focus into this one action. It promotes physical relaxation through monitored breathing, as well as reduces stress and anxiety. If you’ve mastered mediation, breathwork is a great thing to incorporate into your daily meditation routine as it can […]
The health benefits of practising gratitude
First of all, what does practising gratitude mean? This could be something as small as complimenting your local cafe staff for always being so friendly when you go to grab your morning coffee, or maybe sending your partner or parents a text to remind them how much you appreciate them in your life. It’s all […]
How to make practising meditation easier
Practising meditation has become more mainstream in recent years and many people are picking up on its major mental and physical health benefits. Meditation can improve your focus for the rest of the day, improve your mood, and lower your stress levels. However, it’s not as easy as just sitting down and closing your eyes […]
The health benefits of nature
With a busy lifestyle, It can be very easy to feel disconnected from nature. Many people underestimate just how much impact the environment around us can have on our health and wellbeing. Spending time in nature, whether that be at the beach or a nice park, has direct mental and physical health benefits. Being outside […]
Mindful Eating
Stress already has its deleterious effects on health, but eating an unbalanced and refined diet while stressed out synergistically leads to metabolic and fatigue havoc. Stress triggers our drive to reach for that comfort food, including excess sugar/sweetened drinks and sweets i.e., baked goods. When these stress levels are heightened we tend to ditch the […]
Four tricks that changed my stress levels forever
I often find myself wishing there was an extra day in the week where I could catch up on all the little tasks on my to-do list that I’ve let fall behind. Becoming more organised with your everyday tasks can greatly improve your lifestyle, due to stress reduction. Many people complain about never having enough […]