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We thought it was appropriate today OF ALL DAYS to talk sleep. Not only is it getting darker in the morning and harder to get up but frankly, it does seem a little unfair that it’s not socially acceptable to…
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The cost of living atm is no joke – and with gym memberships around $40-60/week and personal trainers at least $100/hr, how exactly do you stay fit on a tight budget? Belts are being tightened left, right and centre while…
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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Looking for a quick workout you can do at home (or anywhere?) We have you covered. The amazing Renee Scott, former ballet dancer and founder of Barre Attack, takes us through a 30-min low impact, high intensity workout combining ballet,…
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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Working from home is having a major moment right now (for obvious and tedious reasons!). From reduced overheads to increased productivity, better employee satisfaction and retention rates, WFH has some definite benefits for some workplaces. In fact, it’s so enticing…
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Confidence is something that comes and goes throughout your life, depending on who you surround yourself with and your state of mind. Sometimes you might need to spent some time building your confidence levels up, and other times you might…
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Do you even SUP? If you haven’t tried stand-up paddle boarding (SUP) yet you’re seriously missing out on a fun, full-body workout which you can do year-round. Our senior health and fitness writer Larissa Yu recently attended a lush SUPYoga retreat and…
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Got a fitness-lover as a bestie? Well, you can’t go wrong with thoughtful gifts that nurture the mind, body and soul. Here’s URBANSWEAT’s top picks: 1) SWEAT IT OUT IN STYLE: Unit Nine Shooting Stars Boxing Gloves ($135) Unit Nine make…
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Got cabin fever? As we all adjust to life indoors and the #newnormal during the global pandemic that is COVID-19, that doesn’t mean you need to sacrifice your usual sweat sesh. Staying fit, self-care and managing stress levels during this…
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Too hot for HIIT? Not when you’re in the pool! What could be better than getting your high-intensity cardio out of the way by doing it in the water. Did we mention you’d be balancing on a wobbly floating board?…
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Referred to as ‘Pilates on steroids’ by those in the know, Physicore is the kick-ass full-body strength training, cardio and Pilates workout we just had to try. We sent our health and fitness writer Larissa Yu along to feel the burn. Tucked away in the winding back streets of hipster mecca Surry…
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