Tag: sleep

  • 2018 Wellness Trends

    Here we are at the end of January and there have been plenty of new trends in the health and wellbeing field. Industry experts predict that 2018 will see moringa (a “super” anti-inflammatory green) replace turmeric, collagen overtake protein powders and “nootropic” (brain boosters/cognitive enhancers) supplements climb the top of the popularity list. Other trends…

  • Kim on Why Sleep is Vital to Muscle Recovery

    Kim on Why Sleep is Vital to Muscle Recovery

    By Kim Barnard Not many people know that during a workout you are actually breaking down your muscles. In particular, when you do strength training or lift weights, the muscle fibers are broken down and will tear. It is the repairing of these small tears that creates stronger muscles. Sleep is the most important time for your body…

  • Is Sleep Deprivation Sabotaging Your Life?

    Is Sleep Deprivation Sabotaging Your Life?

    Lately I have been pushing the envelope a bit too far it seems. With so much to do at home, at work and at the gym, I have taken “sleep is for the weak” to the next level. Reaching a point where I could no longer focus and had started to see moving spots during…