Sleep: myths and misconceptions

There’s many misunderstandings about sleep, including how much we need and when. Let’s dispel the myths and misconceptions and help you catch some quality shut eye.

Why we need sleep 

You do all the right things but still aren’t shedding the pounds and feeling your best. What’s going on? Let’s discuss why sleep matters when it comes to weight loss.

Sleep and exercise: a dynamic duo

We’re often motivated to exercise by the benefits we stand to gain, including weight loss and improved fitness, muscle tone and mood. What if we told you lack of sleep can halt those hard earned gains? 

Reduce alcohol, improve your fitness

It can feel good to have a few drinks to kick back and relax but did you know that alcohol can impede our performance and enjoyment of exercise?

Cut alcohol, boost weight loss

With a pint of cider containing as many calories as the average chocolate bar, it’s easy to see how alcoholic drinks can get in the way of losing weight. Alcohol affects our bodies in many ways, and impacting our weight is a biggie. 

Why drink less?

Government guidelines recommend we should drink no more than 14 units a week, but why? Alcohol can affect our overall health in all sorts of ways and there are many benefits to drinking less. Let’s take a look at a few. 

Alcohol: myths and misconceptions

Many of us like to relax with a drink but can we separate fact from fiction when it comes to alcohol? Let’s look at a few of the most common myths and misconceptions. 

Is binge drinking all that bad?

Binge drinking involves drinking alcoholic drinks in quick succession and/or drinking to get drunk. Let’s delve deeper and see if it’s really all that bad. 

Making the most of online workouts

Working out at home can be amazing. Really maximise the time and effort you’re putting in by following a few simple tips on online workouts.