Dame Helen Mirren has told people in midlife not to “fear” ageing as she encouraged them to embrace exercise. The 79-year-old actress said people should make “little changes now to help them later in life”. This “doesn’t have to include joining a gym” but could include short walks or yoga, the Oscar winner said. It…
Significantly, good balance will help prevent the likelihood of falls, which can lead to serious injuries. “Studies have found that a combination of balance training and functional exercise for at least three hours weekly reduces falls by 42 per cent in people over 65. Tai chi also appears to reduce the risk, probably because it…
It may sound silly, but physicians say farting on the street following a meal can help to improve long-term health. “Crop dusting” the patio, avenue or boardwalk can improve intestinal function, according to Dr. Tim Tiutan, an internal medicine physician at New York City’s Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center. “Walking after meals does promote intestinal…
“When your business is built around weight loss and you’re charging people $200 for a course, transparency becomes part of the responsibility. Taking a GLP-1 drug while positioning yourself as a weight loss coach or influencer — without disclosing it — crosses a line. It starts to feel scammy, especially when people are trusting you…
Sunny Leone, a name synonymous with glamour, continues to wow fans with her stunning looks and fit physique even at 43. Her toned body is the result of a dedicated fitness routine, a balanced lifestyle, and a focus on overall well-being. In a 2023 interview with Bollywood Hungama, Sunny shared the diet and fitness habits…
As the winter creeps closer, thousands of Aussies are planning to head to European shores to escape the cold and bask in the sun. If the thought of stepping into swimmers feels you with dread — you’re not alone. But what if we told you there’s an effective weight loss solution, that still allows you…
We’ve all been there, you’re in the middle of your day when suddenly, you feel a wave of fatigue hit you. Your first instinct might be to pour yourself a cup of coffee, grab a sugary snack or flop on the nearest couch for a quick nap. But what if the secret to feeling more…
Open this photo in gallery: Runner jogging under the bridge by the rivervgajic/Getty Images On a recent run on Toronto’s waterfront trail, I sped past a friend of mine. She told me, half-jokingly, that I only passed her because she was purposely running slowly to stay in Zone 2. My friend is one of many…
A couple of years ago, I became obsessed with changing my body. Inspired by “gymfluencers” and an Instagram feed filled with workouts and progress journeys, I dug into gym culture, often spending two hours weightlifting in one day, nauseous from chocolate-flavoured shakes and consuming more than 100g of protein daily to bulk my gluteal muscles…
Table of Contents Table of Contents Red light therapy blanket parameters and capabilities Shipping and setup My first session Giving the green light to red light therapy Specific benefits: Exercise recovery Are there sleep benefits, and are they real? Red light therapy is currently having a moment, and here at The Manual, we’re right in…
