There is forever going to be people claiming to have the secret to weight loss – the special diet, the ultimate fitness program, the perfect pill. If you want to lose weight it is easy to be drawn in by the lure of the easier or “only” way to get it right. The reality is that without […]
Stress. A word so frequently used in our everyday lives, that we have all become accustomed to just accepting it. The problem is, do we really understand what stress does, and how it can impact our fitness results? Maria Simeone, Fitness Coach at the Australian Institute of Fitness exposes five reasons why stress is killing […]
Being consistent with your training is vital in the ongoing pursuit of your health and fitness goals. But you also need to stay well when working out if you’re going to get where you want to go. Try these 3 key strategies to help your immune system to function at its best. 1. BALANCE YOUR […]
Audible, the world’s leading producer and seller of audiobooks, has recently revealed research that 5.6 million Aussies are embracing a new form of ‘me time’ entertainment by listening to audiobooks. When it comes to multitasking, Aussies are temptation bundling; a term coined by U.S researcher Katy Milkman, which refers to the act of bundling something […]
Well it’s official – Winter has well and truly arrived. Winter has a knack for knocking us off track when it comes to staying active – it’s a breeding zone for excuses. “It’s too cold to go outside” and “I’d rather stay in bed” are just a few of the usual suspects! Sound familiar? In […]
Tired of being bombarded with the daily demands of becoming ‘skinny?’ Losing weight is often associated with extended cardio sessions and gruelling low calories diets. Yes, this works, but only in the short term. But what about long term effects? Have you thought about what it really means for your body to just religiously pound […]
Starting any new journey, whether in fitness or life, can feel a little daunting. Often the end picture seems so far away that we can stop a work in progress due to a perceived lack of motivation, or procrastinate to the point of not even starting. Rather than focusing explicitly on the end product, why not […]
Plant-based protein is growing in popularity, but does it supply all the essential nutrients your body needs, and what are the best sources? Protein and your diet – Protein is a vital nutrient. It helps your body grow, repair, produce hormones and builds muscle. Protein may also help you to feel fuller for longer, satisfying you appetite […]
Every great journey needs a map. It’s the same for you on your weight loss journey. If you are serious about making this happen, you need a game plan. As with all plans, it needs to be SMART: SPECIFIC – no fluffy stuff – be crystal clear about where you are going. For example, ‘I’m joining […]
We’ve long loved dogs for being man’s best friend but not so well known is that our pets can actually make us physically and mentally healthier. Just the presence of our pets can lift our spirits and help us relax. Pets are great caregivers. They keep us company when we’re sick or feeling down. They […]
We all know that change doesn’t happen by chance. It’s definitely a complex subject and there is a lot of research and debate about what it takes to change. We all want to make the best choices when it comes to how we live our lives, but knowing what advice to follow can be confusing. […]
Here at team MB we love a bargain! It’s one of the reasons we worked so hard to get an affordable activewear range up and running! When we first launched MB Active (formerly One Active) there was considerably less activewear in the market. Customers were sick of paying upwards of $90 for a pair of […]