Choosing glasses on a tight budget
With an estimated 60% of people in the UK requiring them, glasses are an essential for the majority of the population. While that may be so, they can be costly and are often seen as far from budget-friendly. Need a new pair of frames but don’t have a big budget? Don’t panic. There are numerous ways you can cut back on costs and save money on your glasses. Keep reading to discover our top tips on choosing stylish, practical glasses...
Equipment essentials no home-gym should be without
What are your current training goals? Maybe you’re hoping to bridge the gap between now and when the gyms reopen, or perhaps you have your eye on that personal best. Whatever your goals, you’re going to need a strong home-gym set up to see your through. Purchasing fitness equipment isn’t as straightforward as it should be, and if this is your first time, you may be wondering where to begin. By ivan_kislitsin shutterstock So, what is...
What You Should Know About Water Dispensers
Are you thinking of buying a water dispenser but not sure of what features to look for? Getting the right appliance can be a daunting task for people since water dispensers are often confused with water coolers. They both dispense water, but a water dispenser is different. Read on to learn more. IMAGE SOURCE:...
I’m a (very) overweight 40s mum to four… here’s why I now run, hike & kickbox. And model swimsuits…
Okay, so here’s the thing. I’ve hesitated to talk about my weight and body shape for a while – because I’m definitely ‘body positive’, so how can I talk about my desire and need to lose weight?But of course I can do both. Because dieting and weight-loss-motivated exercise are a very different thing to the subject of health and well-being. This winter I was the biggest and heaviest I have ever been...
The best self-motivation tips for sticking to a diet
Dieting is something that has been popular around the UK for many years now as a method for helping people lose weight. It is still as popular as ever, but some people can struggle with having enough self-motivation to make it work. It is thought that 26 million people began dieting as 2020 dawned, for example, but that around 90% will have ditched their diet after 10 days! This stat sums up what a major issue having the right...
Period Myths Debunked!
From having a menstrual cycle that runs like clockwork, to using tampons on your first period, to experiencing brain fog — it’s important that we split any myth from reality. There’s no denying whether you’ve believed a period-associated myth. It’s likely that this applies to many women and debunking the myths of the menstrual cycle isn’t easy, regardless of how many periods you’ve experienced! Here, we explore the facts and explain...