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The positive effects of moving your body daily
Movement is such a powerful thing and can be implemented in your daily routine to enhance your life in many ways. Movement doesn’t always mean pushing your body to its limits, nor does it mean you have to do a HIIT class seven days a week. You can still reap the benefits by doing the things you love and making movement a part of them. There are so many benefits from moving your body daily and we would love to challenge you to make movement a part of your daily routine.
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TIPS FOR TAKING CARE OF YOUR SKIN
Did you know that our skin is actually our largest organ? Our skin, hair, nails and our oil and sweat glands are all part of the integumentary system. The main role our skin has to play is the protection of our body from external factors, as well as holding everything in of course! It also helps with temperature regulation, immune defense, wound healing, UV protection, vitamin production, and sensation.
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How to use yoga blocks
Did you know that stretching daily can contribute to your physical and mental health? One of our favourite ways, here at aim’n, to take time to rest and recharge is by stretching and doing yoga. We find that it’s the perfect activity to focus on the present moment and really recharge our mind, body and soul. If you have an hour or even if you just have five minutes, stretching is the perfect activity to ground in and focus on our body and breath taking our mind’s off of the day's busy tasks.
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Yoga for beginners
Curious to learn more about yoga, but not sure how to get started? Yoga is one of our favourite ways to exercise and wind down, and is a great way to build strength, flexibility and increase general wellbeing. Here are some of our best tips for beginners on how to start practising yoga, some yoga poses to try and what to wear during your practice.
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Healthy Veggie Wrap
A nutritious wrap perfect to eat after a workout, to take on the way to your next adventure or to munch on during a quiet picnic by the sea. In addition to wraps, chickpea puree is good on sourdough bread and chickpeas - or why not eat with a salad of roasted root vegetables, quinoa and avocado!
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Happiness hormones - ways to naturally boost your happiness levels
Do you know that feel-good effect after an intense workout and the cosy vibes when cuddling a warm puppy? At any given moment, there are millions of chemical reactions occurring in the brain. Four key hormones - dopamine, serotonin, oxytocin and endorphins - all play a role in how you experience happiness, but did you know that the habits we implement in our daily lives can help to increase these feel-good hormones? Here are some simple ways to hack the happiness chemicals - and give yourself a well-deserved happiness boost!
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Running tips for beginners - How to get started!
Whether hitting the treadmill or your favourite outdoor trail, running has many health benefits, such as improving heart health and boosting our mood. And did you know that running for as little as 10 minutes per day can do wonders for your health? Here are some tips for beginners on how to get started with running, how to choose the right clothes and how to set routines to make running your new healthy habit!
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Core workout - 6 benefits of building a strong core
Your core is the central part of your body, including the lower back, hips and stomach. But did you know that having a strong and engaged core can benefit your body in multiple ways? From protecting your organs to reducing back pain, learn about the many benefits of building a strong core!
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Autumn carrot cake porridge - with almond butter and coconut yoghurt
The perfect way to warm up an autumn morning with a porridge that smells like carrot cake! Top with nutty almond butter, cool coconut yoghurt and tangy apple. It’s also good to sprinkle some chia seeds or coconut flakes.
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Lemon Boost- 5 healthy benefits of lemons
Did you know that this little yellow fruit is one of the healthiest fruits out there? Lemons are full of vitamins and antioxidants, and including them in your everyday diet can improve heart health, lower blood sugar and reduce the risk of diseases. Here’s why you should squeeze some more lemon into your diet!
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