Virgin Active Australia Launches New Global Fitness Direction

“Nearly twenty years ago, we launched Virgin Active with an aim to help everyone live a healthy and active lifestyle, and the understanding that life sometimes gets in the way," Richard Branson explains. "Fast forward to today and our lives are even more demanding and fast-paced than ever. To start and stick to exercise, people…

ByThe Carousel15/10/20180Comments

Happiness Wellness & Health

How To Find Your Inner Zen? Some Simple Methods For Meditation

Finding your inner zen isn’t about cutting out all of life’s sweet pleasures nor do you don’t have to become a monk to step into your zen. Perhaps you can think of it this way, it’s a different manner of accessing your sweet moments without having to hunt for them. Zen is just…

ByThe Carousel01/06/20180Comments

Too Busy For A Workout? 3 Hacks To A Healthier You

We all see the uber-fit Insta models flaunting their toned bodies in workout gear in the middle of the day and posting perfectly prepared healthy recipes. But what about those of us who are desk-bound? As a nutrition and lifestyle consultant for professional women (and a professional woman myself), I know the challenges well and am…

ByClaire Morgan09/04/20180Comments

Mood and Mind Wellness & Health

The Magic Of Meditation: Body And Mind Ancient Remedy

Ever wanted to quieten the constant chatter that goes on inside your head? How about silencing that inner critic that produces anxious thoughts day in and day out? If you answered yes to the above, then I have the perfect remedy for you….. Meditation! Meditation is an ancient practice that has been used for thousands of years. One of the greatest gifts of…

ByDesiree Taylor27/06/20170Comments

Health Nutrition Wellness & Health

How Meditation Will Help You Lose Weight

“Before reaching out for the doughnut, ask yourself: 'What do I really want? What am I really craving?',” says the author of new book Meditate Your Weight: A 21-Day Retreat to Optimise Your Metabolism and Feel Great. “Maybe the answer is: "Oh, I'm craving sugar. Am I missing some sweetness in my life?" Taking that split second…

ByThe Carousel06/04/20160Comments

Health Nutrition

Oprah Winfrey Reveals Weight-Loss Secret

Ever since she bought US$45 million shares of Weight Watchers in October 2015, her commitment to shedding those unwanted kilos has been unsurpassed. The media mogul has kept followers in touch with her journey - earning 'fit points' on her morning hike as well as sharing images of healthy food. Oprah’s new eating and exercise plan even…

ByThe Carousel17/02/20160Comments

Health

Why Meditation Is Good For You

The experts tell us that just 10 minutes of meditation a day can make a huge difference to your mood and energy levels. Our bodies react to our mind and to what we are thinking every day. If you are feeling stressed and exhausted that’s because you don’t give your mind a rest, or a chance to…

ByAlison Maiden03/10/20150Comments

Wellness & Health

Meditation 101: Why It’s The Ultimate Destresser For Busy Mums

Vedic Meditation teacher and wellness expert Jacqui Lewis lends her knowledge on reaching ultimate zen. What’s the best time of day to meditate? Ultimately meditation can be done at any time at all! I recommend first thing in the morning as then it's done, and the day can begin after that with a clearer more…

ByIantha Yu29/06/20150Comments