The mother-of-three gave herself a new figure for her 40th birthday and she’s never felt better. The TV personality, mum-of-three and wife of swimming legend Kieren Perkins has lost 8cm off her hips and is two dress sizes smaller – all in just 12 weeks. “I figured I could either fight [turning 40] or embrace […]

It’s common to see a few kilos creep on in winter. Not only does the cold weather cut down your outdoor exercise, but you suddenly feel hungrier and crave more comfort foods. So it’s not surprising to see, come spring, that there’s more work to do than simply bringing out your summer wardrobe. The problem […]

Does your average day in the office have you pulling out your hair by 3pm? These tips will have you feeling zen in no time.

Does your average day in the office have you pulling out your hair by 3pm? These tips will have you feeling zen in no time. Few things are as capable of restoring perspective and turbo-charging your energy levels as taking a brisk walk. Walking raises your heart rate, improves circulation and boosts your mood. And, […]

Are you one of those people who have no time to exercise? People with busy lifestyles, especially working moms, can have trouble finding time to fit regular exercise into their lives. The good news is you don’t have to commit to hour-long workouts at the gym to achieve your weight loss goals. Just integrating a […]

Do you turn to food when you’re feeling angry, depressed or bored? Here’s how to separate food and mood for good. Why do we do it? Most women are guilty of eating for reasons other than hunger, which is known as emotional eating. Psychologist and author Dr Elizabeth Celi says: “Food is so accessible and […]

It’s time to get up and get moving, according to a new study on heart health. Research has shown that adults who spend less time sitting throughout the day have a lower risk of early death from cardiovascular disease. In pictures: How to lose kilos without noticing Current government guidelines recommend 30 minutes or more […]

With all the health claims about exotic superfoods such as acai and pomegranate, it’s easy to overlook ordinary fruits and vegetables that also pack a hefty nutritional punch. Charge up your diet with these foods. Mangoes A new US study shows that mango prevents cancer growth in leukaemia and lung, breast and colon cancer cells, […]

Think your 30-minute gym session is all you need for optimal health? Think again says exercise physiologist Caitlin Reid. It’s safe to say that most of us are familiar with the health guideline of getting at least 30 minutes of moderate-intensity physical activity each day. But many of us don’t realise this is just one […]

Lifestyle changes can make a positive difference to our lives, but we’ve all been guilty of making a conscious effort to eat healthier or exercise more before returning to old habits a few weeks later. It is admirable to have the motivation to start to make these changes but the real success lies in making […]