Disclosure: This is a collaborative post. Sleeping well is essential to stay rested, perform at your best and enjoy good health. But let’s ask these questions: is it hard for you to fall asleep? Do you rarely get to sleep through the night? Do you wake up tired or do you usually wake up? If this situation continues over time and ends up becoming a habit, that is when we would begin to notice the effects of lack of sleep. Photo Credit: Unsplash 1. The importance of the mattress The first thing to do is check if we have a…

Disclosure: This is a collaborative post. Got a date and no time to change your gym wear? Or maybe a brunch with friends that you absolutely forgot about? Well, we have got you! Gym wear does not have to be so boring, especially when there are so many options on the market. Wearing this clothing has a lot of benefits but you already know that. This blog is all about how you incorporate small changes to rock your gym outfit when you are pressed for time. 1. Invest In Quality Pieces We all have learned our lesson that quality always…

Disclosure: This is a collaborative post. Following an exercise focused weight loss plan or attempting to embark upon a restrictive calorie controlled diet when you have struggled with your weight for a long time is always going to be difficult. It can be so hard to break free from the chains that keep you shackled to unhealthy foods and a lack of movement, as an absence of self love can encourage you to forget about the importance of your overall health and wellbeing, and how much your waistline can affect the way you feel both mentally and physically. Learning how…

Disclosure: This is a collaborative post. Life as a mum can be very busy, with a lot of demands on your time no matter how old your children are. Finding the time to do much of anything for yourself can be a real challenge, and that includes finding the time to exercise. Taking care of yourself is important for anyone, but keeping fit will give you the energy to keep to with your children and sets a good example for them to see you taking your health and fitness seriously. If you’re struggling to fit a workout in around the…

Disclosure: This is a collaborative post. Sleepless nights are part and parcel of life when you have young children, but what happens if you have older kids that can’t sleep? A lack of sleep can affect everything from energy levels and concentration to health and mental wellbeing. The infographic below provides an insight into the effects of sleep troubles and some tips for parents to improve their children’s sleep quality. Around 10% of children experience sleep problems, but the majority of youngsters don’t get enough sleep. Teenagers need a minimum of 8 hours of sleep per night, but studies show…