Just like Father Christmas chuckles “Ho! Ho! Ho!” guilt-free after snacking on cookies, you too can enjoy your holiday treats without remorse. The key is balance—go ahead and savor that slice of cake or extra helping of chapati, but pair it with lighter, nutrient-rich meals throughout the day
Fitness should be all about kujiachilia! Whether it’s dancing like you’re at a family harambee, digging in the shamba with a little extra wiggle, or taking a brisk walk through Uhuru Park like you own the place—we help seniors find activities that bring them joy!
Our Kilimanjaro adventure kicked off at the Machame Gate (1,890m), with our spirits as high as the peak we were aiming for. We confidently strutted into the lush forest, feeling like conquerors—blissfully unaware of the mountain’s mischievous way
Remember, every time you say no to that extra piece of cake at a family gathering, you’re giving your body a little more time to chill and repair itself. Think of it like giving your cells a break from the hustle. They’ll thank you later when you’re still fit enough to keep up with the grandkids!
Let’s talk aerobics—no, I’m not saying you need to go all out and look like you’ve run a marathon on your first day. No one’s suggesting you collapse in a sweaty, breathless heap. But I am saying this: you’ve got to step it up eventually. Don’t worry, though—you don’t need to go from couch potato […]
Imagine if your fitness journey was like the Olympics. Instead of a gold medal, you’re competing for that perfect fit in your favorite jeans or the thrill of guilt-free ugali. Olympians might be chasing world records, but here in Kenya, we’re chasing a 10-minute plank without collapsing! In this blog, we’ll dive into what we […]
I thought spinning might be it. So here I go. I am at the gym. I have signed up for a year at shocking cost, and I have gotten the spin class schedule. It’s six-thirty in the morning, and I am feeling very, very shy. Because I am very old, I am forty pounds overweight and I do not look becoming in my biking costume. The instructor, an alarmingly pretty woman with a slight accent, sees me looking helpless; she comes over to my bike and shows me what to do
Mental Health Awareness Week 2024 will take place from 13 to 19 May, on the theme of “Movement: Moving more for our mental health”. Movement is important for our mental health
Participation in exercise ensures a good immune system, a healthy heart and a high sex drive. But the benefits don’t stop there; exercise is the unsung hero behind the scenes, boosting mood, alleviating stress, and sharpening mental acuity. It’s the secret sauce that keeps us feeling vibrant and alive, allowing us to seize each day with gusto and tackle life’s challenges head-on
Have you ever embarked on a hike so epic that your legs turned to jelly, your backpack felt like a lead weight, and you swore you’d never look at another hill again? Well, that was me just a few days ago! But before you write me off as a cautionary tale of ‘never hiking again,’ […]