How can Pilates help you
Pilates was developed in the early 20th century by Joseph Pilates and was originally part of a rehabilitation program meant for prisoners of war. Unlike other workout regimes which focus on burning calories and on general weight loss, Pilates
Benefits of the Low GI Diet
It’s no secret that maintaining a healthy diet which gives your body the right nutrients and regular exercise can help you lose weight faster. In this age of ‘miracle cures’ and fad diets which promise to help you shed kilos within
Acai Berries- Nature’s little wonder food
We all know that berries are great for your health and make a highly nutritious treat which can be enjoyed anytime of the day. So why the hype about acai berries and why are they being spoken about as the ‘best little superfood’ to be
How to motivate yourself to get fitter
If we all had great looking fit bodies, we wouldn’t even think about exercise at all. Very few people are blessed with a fabulous body and most of us have to work really hard just to fit into an old pair of jeans or a t-shirt. In fact, it’s
How does Green Tea Benefit you?
While flipping through your favourite magazine, you may have come across at least one advertisement talking about the benefits of green tea and why it’s a must have partner for successful weight loss. How beneficial is green tea really and can
The Benefits of Organic Food
How does organic food benefit your body and does organic farming really have an edge over other conventional methods of farming? This is a much debated topic which has changed the way we think about food. It is a known fact that harmful
Self-defence techniques for women
There’s no such thing as a 100% crime free town or city, and that’s why learning how to defend yourself in a surprise attack is important. You may not realise it, but the manner in which you react in the first few minutes determines what
How to lose that belly by eating right
If you’ve been battling belly fat for years, then it’s time to sit up and do something about it. It’s easy to munch on a bag of chips while watching your favourite movie, but it only adds more inches to your waist and enhances weight gain.
Bear Hug from Front
This video shows a simple and practical self defence against someone grabbing you in a bear hug from the front with either your hands trapped or free. If you have any questions be sure to ask your instructor next class. Please note these
Strangle – Front Two Hand
This video shows a simple and practical self defence against a two hand strangle from the front. If you have any questions be sure to ask your instructor next class. Please note these video’s are meant as a supplemental guide only to
