Habit stacking
If you want to start a new habit and make it stick, stack it on to a regular existing routine so it becomes something you do automatically. New York Times #1 best-selling author James Clear redefined how to build better habits with his 2023 book Atomic Habits. James, with insight from a 2007 Oxford University […]
Science-based skincare
The term ‘skincare’ hit record highs on social media as a trend in 2023, and the popularity encouraged many brands, new and old, to jump on to the bandwagon creating skincare products. Thankfully, science is becoming the number one driver in skincare. Rightfully so, our skin deserves the best possible care, and noticeably now, most […]
Core blimey
Let’s face it, we’ve all had a sore back at some stage, and finding the time for a professional massage can be a pain in itself. Metropol’s Gadget Guru Ian Knott puts one home solution to the test. So you had a productive weekend in the garden, stacked the firewood, or dashed around the tennis […]
Perfectly positioned Pilates practice: Studio Pilates
Taking Pilates methodology to a new state-of-the-art wellness concepts level, and combining high-end studio chic with vibrant energy, is Studio Pilates, affectionately answering to: ‘Life’s too short for ordinary workouts’ as its mantra. This elegant hard-wood floor studio, in the heart of Merivale is single-handedly creating a happy, motivated community of Pilates enthusiasts with its […]
To supplement, or not
Health, beauty, physique – numerous Kiwis’ cupboards are filled with all manner of supplements for these. Dietary supplements in New Zealand are regulated under the Dietary Supplements Regulations 1985, which fall under the Food Act 2014. Additionally, dietary supplements containing ingredients from animals and animal products also need to comply with the Animal Products Act […]
Managing arthritis symptoms in summer heat
For many individuals living with osteoarthritis, seasonal changes, particularly the onset of summer, can exacerbate joint pain, making everyday activities more challenging. While it’s a common belief that temperature fluctuations impact arthritis symptoms, emerging evidence suggests that changes in barometric pressure may play a more significant role in joint pain and swelling. Barometric pressure, also […]
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