Our writer goes from champion powerlifter to ultra-distance runner in a wild race held in place labelled the cradle of ‘sky running’. The village of Courmayeur at the foot of Mont Blanc looks like it’s come straight out of a fairy tale – the good type, when the Brothers Grimm were on their meds – but it was also a little intimidating. It wasn’t just the towering mountains … [Read more...] about How to go from Powerlifter to Ultramarathon Runner
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How to Manage Your High Cortisol Levels to Lose Weight
Stress is killing us. You've heard this before, it's not a new statement. But do you understand why? And did you know harnessing stress to work for you positively will significantly improve your health and way of living? Or let you lift just a little heavier... Dr. Sybille Buchwald-Werner, a scientist/pharmacist working with leading sports nutrition brand Body Science fills us … [Read more...] about How to Manage Your High Cortisol Levels to Lose Weight
A Week to Peak
You’ve been eating clean and hitting the gym for months. Now put the final touches on your new physique in just a week. By Andrew Gutman If you hover in the 10% body-fat range, you’re in prime position to show off a lean look with visible abs. But getting a fitness model–esque physique requires an extra level of precision, which is why we asked trainer Don Saladino, owner of … [Read more...] about A Week to Peak
Sydney’s Best Running Event
The Sydney Morning Herald Half Marathon presented by Qantas Assure has cemented itself as Australia’s largest and most iconic Half Marathon. Now in its 27th year, the course takes in the best of Sydney city’s iconic landscape, including views of the Sydney Opera House, Harbour Bridge, The Rocks and Pyrmont Peninsula. Put your mental and physical limits to the ultimate … [Read more...] about Sydney’s Best Running Event
6 REASONS TO ADD PROBIOTIC WATER TO YOUR WORKOUT ROUTINE
We all know the balance of good bacteria in our gut is important for our overall health, but some of us may not know that they serve a greater purpose in a workout as well. The topic of gut health is certainly ‘so hot right now’ and while probiotics have gained huge popularity for long-term benefits such as immune health and treatment for gastrointestinal issues or … [Read more...] about 6 REASONS TO ADD PROBIOTIC WATER TO YOUR WORKOUT ROUTINE