In an age of relentless frenzy, sometimes simply sitting still and breathing is the best medicine. So goes the wisdom of mindfulness meditation – take some time for yourself, find tranquility amid…
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If you’re in the market to lose a bit of weight post the festive season, you’re probably contemplating two things: dieting and exercise. According to just about everyone, these are…
Breakfast, you have no doubt been told a million times, is the most important meal of the day. It seems that for many people, however, a million times hasn’t been…
Procrastination is a universal affliction. So much so that the renowned 18th-century intellectual Samuel Johnson – writer of one of the first English dictionaries – described it as “one of the general weaknesses”…
Indoor plants are hot right now. They grace the hippest of cafes and homestyle blogs, and populate the pages of decorating magazines. They provide some greenery, quiet company, and something…
New Zealand is blessed with truly awe-inspiring terrain. Verdant forests, shimmering rivers and lakes, picturesque beaches and majestic mountains are abundant in both the North and South islands. For those…
In a recent post, we discussed the best endurance events New Zealand has to offer. But why do an endurance event in the first place? Indeed, why even exercise? It’s…
There’s something magic about the feeling of completing an endurance event. It’s a moment of relief, of course – a chance to rest aching muscles and a pounding head, but…
Frostbite is the bane of mountaineers everywhere. However, those experienced with mountain conditions are generally familiar with frostbite and how to deal with it. Those who are less frequent mountain…
What’s green and blue and can do wonders for your wellbeing? That would be nature! Turns out it’s the perfect antidote to stress, and it’s mostly free. As outlined in…