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GYM BAG

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DIGITAL NEWS

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ASK THE EXPERTS

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NEXT LEVEL DEADLIFTS WITH ZEE

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38 Live strong

Green living

Gain strength without moving a muscle - Isometric training explained

78 Healthy hero

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84 Time it right

Micro greens

5 lessons learnt from the 2018 Reebok CrossFit Games

New research reveals why w protein supplement tim ming matters

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There’s a better way to get your cardio on!

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46 Get your sweat on 4 effective cardio routines

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86 Fit pregnancy Third trimester training

90 Transformation Jillian Murphy battled against cancer (and her weight) and won!

93 Shows PCA H&H Classic, PCA Battle of the Titans, WBFF SA, IFBB Boksburg Classic

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DISCOVERY TOUGH MUDDER This popular global obstacle course race (OCR) series will be heading to South Africa in September. The weekend will feature the signature Tough Mudder challenge, a 16km obstacle course challenge that features over 20 obstacles, along with the Tough Mudder Half, an 8km course with 11 obstacles. As a Discovery supported event, Vitality members will be awarded with 800 points for completing the 8km course, while those braving the 16km route will earn 1,100 points. DATE: 15-16 September 2018 VENUE: Old Mac Daddy, Elgin, Western Cape. Visit toughmudder.co.za for more info or to enter.

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FNB JOBURG 10K CITYRUN Jozi will be a hub of excitement on National Heritage Day when eager residents toe the line ready to run their city at the 3rd annual FNB Joburg 10K CITYRUN. Runners Âœv >Â?Â? wĂŒÂ˜iĂƒĂƒ Â?iĂ›iÂ?Ăƒ >Ă€i ÂˆÂ˜Ă›ÂˆĂŒi` ĂŒÂœ ÂŤ>Ă€ĂŒ>ÂŽi ˆ˜ a road running experience like no other and can look forward to spectacular routes that ˆ˜VÂœĂ€ÂŤÂœĂ€>ĂŒi ÂˆÂ“ÂŤÂœĂ€ĂŒ>Â˜ĂŒ Â?>˜`“>Ă€ÂŽĂƒ] “>}˜ˆwViÂ˜ĂŒ views and on-route entertainment. DATE: Monday, 24 September 2018 VENUE: FNB Bank City, Johannesburg For more info or to enter, visit www.joburg10k.com.

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FNB DURBAN 10K CITYSURFRUN Run Your City your way at the 2nd annual FNB Durban 10K CITYSURFRUN. Runners will have the unique opportunity to explore their city on foot. In addition to lively on-route entertainment and rubbing shoulders with some of the world’s best middle distance runners, the 2018 route will also highlight a number of Durban’s iconic landmarks. DATE: Sunday, 14 October 2018 VENUE: Durban. KwaZulu-Natal For more info or to enter, visit www.durban10k.com.

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FEDHEALTH IMPI CHALLENGE #3 NORTH WEST PROVINCE The event series focuses on family involvement, healthy living and getting outdoors. There are four race options to choose from, including IMPI Corporate (10km Challenge distance with iĂ?ĂŒĂ€> Li˜iwĂŒĂƒÂŽ] ĂŒÂ…i * Â…>Â?Â?i˜}i ­£ä‡£ÓŽ“ with 18 obstacles), the IMPI Dash (5km with 12 obstacles), and the IMPI Mini (1km with 8 smaller supervised obstacles). DATE: Saturday, 6 October 2018 VENUE: Van Gaalens Kaasmakerji, Brits, North West Province For more info, email info@impichallenge.co.za or visit www.impichallenge.co.za.

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DISCOVERY VITALITY RUN SERIES The series is designed to help people improve their health through physical activity. The series connects four iconic running events in the city of Johannesburg – the Old Eds, Wanderers, Randburg Harriers and Rockies road races – which offer entry level distances including 5km, 10km, and 21km options. Randburg Harriers Adrienne Hersch Challenge DATE: Saturday, 1 September 2018 VENUE: Randburg Sports Complex, Jhb Rockies Gerald Fox Memorial Race DATE: Sunday, 16 September 2018 VENUE: JHB Zoo main entrance, Jhb www.discovery.co.za/vitality/runseries.

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FIBO GLOBAL FITNESS AFRICA " Â?ÂœL>Â? ÂˆĂŒÂ˜iĂƒĂƒ ÂˆĂƒ ĂŒÂ…i ĂœÂœĂ€Â?`½Ăƒ Lˆ}}iĂƒĂŒ wĂŒÂ˜iĂƒĂƒ] ĂœiÂ?Â?˜iĂƒĂƒ >˜` health trade show. Based in Germany, this leading lifestyle show draws about 1,000 exhibitors and 150,000 visitors each year. FIBO has been licensed exclusively to Reed Exhibitions for South Africa under the banner FIBO Global Fitness Africa. The expo is open to trade and consumers, and will showcase what’s hot and happening ˆ˜ ĂŒÂ…i ĂœÂœĂ€Â?` Âœv wĂŒÂ˜iĂƒĂƒ° v ĂžÂœĂ•½Ă€i > ÂŤĂ€ÂœviĂƒĂƒÂˆÂœÂ˜>Â? ÂœĂ€ wĂŒÂ˜iĂƒĂƒ v>˜] > ĂŒĂ€>ˆ˜iĂ€ or studio operator, a physiotherapist or nutritionist, this is the show for you! DATE: 26-28 October 2018 | VENUE: Ticketpro Dome, North Riding, Johannesburg ĂœĂœĂœ°wLÂœĂƒ>°VÂœ°â>

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TOYOTA WARRIOR #7 POWERED BY REEBOK South Africa’s largest obstacle course race series, consists of eight events in four provinces, offering three distances where athletes from different sporting disciplines can compete against one another. The event incorporates trail running with various physical challenges in the form of obstacles. DATE: 20, 21 October 2018 VENUE: Durbanville, Western Cape Visit www.warrior.co.za for more info.

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THE BEAST CHALLENGE The Beast obstacle course race (OCR) combines trail running, with climbing, crawling and sliding across various obstacles designed by professional OCR athletes. It’s an exhilarating challenge with race options ĂƒĂ•ÂˆĂŒ>LÂ?i vÂœĂ€ >Â?Â? wĂŒÂ˜iĂƒĂƒ Â?iĂ›iÂ?Ăƒ° Â…ÂœÂœĂƒi vĂ€ÂœÂ“ three races: The Savage Beast (11–12km with 50 obstacles), the Wild Beast (8km with 30 obstacles) and the Tame Beast, which is a vĂ•Â˜Â‡wÂ?Â?i` ĂƒÂ…ÂœĂ€ĂŒ VÂœĂ•Ă€Ăƒi ĂƒĂ•ÂˆĂŒ>LÂ?i vÂœĂ€ Li}ˆ˜˜iĂ€Ăƒ and families. There’s also the Beast Sprint, a 400–600m sprint course for teams of 3. DATE: 15 September 2018 VENUE: Crocodile Polo Club, Lanseria To enter, visit thebeastchallenge.co.za.

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Me time – a shower before hitting the steam room.

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More booty shaking at a Dance Fitness class.

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Take my son to soccer practice.

16:00

Another personal training session at my client's house.

17:30

More back-toback sessions to end the busiest day of the week: Dance Fitness, then Pilates.

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Head home for some R&R!

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Fetch my son from school & help with his homework.

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Get a wholesome family dinner on the go.

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her words "I am a strong woman, because a strong woman raised me"

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Local fitness super star Laura Danielz has been hard at work prepping to step on stage again at the WBFF World Championships, which took place in Las Vegas at the end of August.

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er unique and innovative blend of varied training, JGCNVJHWN GCVKPI CPF JGT ƃCKT KP VJG MKVEJGP OCMGU JGT CRRTQCEJ VQ UJQY RTGR CPF JGCNVJ[ NKXKPI GZVTGOGN[ CRRGCNKPI CPF UWUVCKPCDNG We caught up with Laura just before she jetted off to Vegas to get the inside scoop on her prep plan, her latest ventures, and a few insights into the life of one of SA’s most iconic athletes. 9JCV NGF [QW VQ DGEQOG C ƂVPGUU OQFGN! After gaining modelling and pageant experience, as most young women do who enter the industry, I went VQ YCVEJ C ƂVPGUU UJQY KP + YCU GZVTGOGN[ impressed with the healthy appearance and gorgeous physiques of the Bikini girls on stage. I FGEKFGF VQ GPVGT O[ ƂTUV EQORGVKVKQP KP CPF was fortunate to have a coach who supported me with an eating plan and training programme. It was then that I discovered my passion for the competitive stage. I also realised VJG DGPGƂVU QH GCVKPI EQTTGEVN[ CPF training hard because I looked good while maintaining a healthy lifestyle. 9JCV FQ [QW FQ HQT C NKXKPI! I'm the sales director for Go Big Media, an industry leader in outdoor advertising. 9J[ FKF [QW FGEKFG VQ EQORGVG VJKU [GCT! I absolutely love the journey of getting ready for a show. I enjoy the mental and physical challenges and the sense of achievement that results from of overcoming the challenges. The WBFF Vegas Worlds show is a personal journey for me to YQTM QP O[ EQPƂFGPEG YJKEJ EJCNNGPIGU OG VQ UVGR QWVUKFG of my comfort zone and overcome my fears.

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What does a typical day in your life consist of when you're not prepping for a show?

05:00 Wake up

05:45-06:30 A cardio session. I rotate between mountain biking outdoors, the stepper, or a HIIT session in the gym.

06:30-08:00 Cook up breakfast and prep for my work day.

08:00-17:00 At work, generally on the road meeting clients, or KP VJG QHĆ‚EG ECVEJKPI WR with our employees.

17:30-18:45 Strength training session at the gym.

19:00-20:00 Prep a healthful dinner from scratch.

20:00-22:00 I use this time to relax by watching a TV series, catching up on current events, seeing friends and family, or reading a book. Some evenings I focus on preparing for the day ahead, upcoming events, or a new recipe.

Find a way to portray yourself and who you are in a unique way on social media that connects with other people. 6CMG WU VJQWIJ C FC[ KP [QWT NKHG YJKNG [QW TG RTGRRKPI Surprisingly, it's similar to a normal day, except my calorie KPVCMGU CTG ECNEWNCVGF CV C FGĆ‚EKV which can make me feel tired and drained. I also don't snack on extra healthy foods like I normally do, and there is no glass of wine with friends on the weekends. The extra time I have in the evening after dinner is spent planning for my bikini and dress rounds on stage, and my upcoming photo shoots. My lifestyle simply becomes slightly more strict, but it's not a major adjustment. 9JCV U VJG JCTFGUV RCTV QH RTGRRKPI HQT C UJQY! Probably being in social environments, where some of your friends are not chasing the same goals and don't always understand the necessary choices. Thankfully this doesn’t affect me anymore, because once I'm in the show prep mindset, it becomes second nature. Social events can also be challenging as you never know if there will be suitable snacks on offer, so I normally bring my own home-made healthy options, or a meal kit. 6GNN WU CDQWV [QWT KPXQNXGOGPV KP VJG Ć‚VPGUU RCIGCPV KP 'I[RV I'm a judge for a reality TV show called “The Showâ€?, in Egypt, CNQPIUKFG UQOG EGNGDTKV[ Ć‚VPGUU

judges like Lazar Angelov, Michelle Lewin, Sergi Constance, Jaco De Bruyn and Tavi Castro. The category we judge is men’s physique and the athletes need to perform a one-minute routine while we give feedback. The Show is set up the same way as The Voice or Idols, and airs on the largest TV channel in the Middle East. Egyptians are extremely passionate about Ć‚VPGUU CPF KV KU QPG QH VJG HCUVGUV growing sports in the region, so much so that some of the athletes even sold their personal belongings to be able to afford the entry fee for the show. #U UQOGQPG YJQ KU KP VJG RWDNKE G[G FQGU ETKVKEKUO JWTV [QWT GIQ! If you choose to put yourself out there, you open yourself to both positive and negative feedback. However, there will always be some people who Ć‚PF HCWNV KP YJCVGXGT [QW UC[ or do. Everyone has their own RGTEGRVKQPU UQ + Ć‚PF KV U DGUV VQ just be your authentic self. I don’t dwell on negative comments that have no basis as constructive feedback. 9JCV CFXKEG ECP [QW IKXG CURKTKPI Ć‚VPGUU KPĆƒWGPEGTU! Firstly, my advice is to seek the help from a coach who can assist you with the basics of training and good nutrition. Secondly,

Ć‚PF C YC[ VQ RQTVTC[ [QWTUGNH CPF who you are in a unique way on social media that connects with other people. Engage with your followers, ask questions, and share content that is helpful to others, as you never know who you may inspire. 9J[ FKF EQQMKPI CPF OCMKPI JGCNVJ[ TGEKRGU UVKEM YKVJ [QW! I love the fact that I can maintain my physique and achieve to my goals, without feeling restricted QP C VTCFKVKQPCN DQTKPI FKGV + Ć‚TUV began by creating recipes that that met my calorie allowance for the day. I then found that I could really enjoy tasty yet healthful food without impacting on my conditioning. I also discovered that this way of eating was easier to maintain because I had fewer junk food cravings. It

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Give us the Laura D back-story... HCOKN[ GOKITCVGF HTQO <KODCDYG QTG + YCU DQTP CPF YG NKXGF KP XCTKQWU RNCEGU HTQO ,QJCPPGUDWTI VQ -NGTMUFQTR VQ #NGZCPFGT $C[ + JCXG CP QNFGT DTQVJGT YJQ URQKNU OG TQVVGP My mom always cooked healthy food for us while we were growing up. She also taught me how to bake and cook from a young age. I took Hotel Keeping and Catering in high school, as I loved cooking and was top of my class. This inspired me to create my own ebook

recipe series. I have always loved being active and took part in most sports at school, including hockey, athletics, swimming, gymnastics and netball. I started my modelling career when I YCU CPF YCU QHHGTGF CP KPVGTPCVKQPCN sponsorship. However, I chose to complete my schooling instead, which KU C FGEKUKQP + FGĆ‚PKVGN[ FQ PQV TGITGV The modelling industry in South Africa for catalog and ramp modelling is saturated and has limited opportunities. Fitness modelling is relatively new and

is becoming a major force for models who are looking for an alternative to traditional platforms. After school, I studied fashion OGTEJCPFKUKPI DWUKPGUU CPF Ć‚PCPEKCN management, which have helped me further my career. Apart from traditional gym workouts, I also participate in dedicated kickboxing classes, and I give back by instructing girls in self-defence. + UVCTVGF O[ Ć‚TUV EQORCP[ YJGP + YCU CPF CO PQY C HWNN RCTVPGT KP C OGFKC company. I also invest in property.

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also provided me with the energy I needed to training according to my programme. I'm also a naturally creative person and I enjoy sharing my ideas with others. 9JCV U [QWT HCXQWTKVG YQTMQWV UV[NG! HIIT cardio and functional training makes my heart pump and provides a great physical challenge. However, I have seen OCLQT DGPGÆ‚VU HTQO VTCKPKPI YKVJ heavy weights, so I always do a combination of the two. *QY FQ [QW VTCKP YJGP [QW TG IGVVKPI TGCF[ VQ EQORGVG! I train until 5 weeks out with the following split: Three leg sessions: (glutes, hammies, and quads) One shoulder session One back session Six cardio sessions From 5 weeks out, I have 5 leg sessions per week, with two shoulder or back exercises in each leg session. I complete six cardio sessions for the week &Q [QW FQ QVJGT VJKPIU QWVUKFG QH VJG I[O! I absolutely love mountain biking and have been riding for over a year now. At least once a week I also enjoy doing hill sprints on the road.

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background. Imagine how happy it will make you feel once you achieve it. This keeps you motivated when it gets tough. Remember, it's a journey not just a destination. +H [QW JCXG C DCF FC[ forget about it and carry on with the plan the next day. Don’t let a few hiccups throw you off course.

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I usually work out a simple plan that I can follow for a few weeks. I choose delicious yet nutritious foods that are natural and unprocessed, and add them into the plan until the numbers match. This processes gives me a pretty clear guideline as to how many calories there are in the meals I want to eat, or where I might be going wrong in terms of what I’m eating.

To achieve this I used to cook all my meals in advance every Sunday and Wednesday so they were really fresh. Recently, I was lucky iÂ˜ÂœĂ•}Â… ĂŒÂœ w˜` > company to help me with several of the meals that I eat while at work during the day. This has saved me so much time, although it is more expensive. If you go this route, it is Ă›ÂˆĂŒ>Â? ĂŒÂœ w˜` > VÂœÂ“ÂŤ>Â˜Ăž that is open and honest about what ingredients they use and how they cook the meals.

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Over the weekend I make healthy desserts and treats, especially if we are having friends over for lunch or dinner. During the week I keep it simple and structured, because my work and training schedules mean I have limited time.

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A SPRING ROAD RACE Spring has sprung, and it’s time to get working towards thosee running goals! The local event calendar is packed full of racees,, there’s literally a race on every weekend if you live in major cities around the country. So why not take to the streets this season and join all those runners for some fresh air and extra cardio? If that’s not enough, here are another 5 great reasons to try a spring road race...

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Running is one of the most effective forms of exercise for losing weight. That's because it's a high impact weight-bearing activity. While many people will tell you that this makes running risky in terms of injury, if you're strong and supple (and injury free) the impact and the resultant high intensity is actually DGPGĆ‚EKCN 6JCV U DGECWUG VJG relative effort required to run means you'll burn more calories per minute than just about any other activity.

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All you need to participate is a good pair of running shoes and your normal workout gear – there's no expensive equipment or monthly contracts required! Yes, there are entry fees for each race and you need to purchase a temporary licence, which you can do at the race (shorter distances like 5km fun runs don't always require one), but you don't have to be a member of a running club to join in.

‌ and not just because of the stunning outdoor surroundings and the fresh springtime scents. Running is a potent form of exercise when it comes to the release of endorphins – those 'feel-good' hormones such as serotonin and dopamine. This is what leads to the famed (but often illusive) "runner's high". This effect is associated with a drop in stress hormone levels, which helps to improve mood and combat depression and stress.

Its popularity as a sport also means there’s a great social element to running, so grab your bestie or regular training partner and head outdoors this spring to meet new people and have some fun!

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GRIP: Hold the dumbbells using an overhand grip.

HAND AND NECK: Keep your head and neck aligned throughout the movement.

ARMS: Press both your arms overhead and to one side until your arms are almost fully extended. Pause, then return to the starting position before pressing in the other direction.

TO START Stand upright with your feet placed shoulderwidth apart. Hold a dumbbell in each hand. Position the dumbbells just outside of your shoulders with your elbows bent and your palms facing forwards.

TORSO: Brace your core and rotate your upper body to the same side that you press the dumbbells.

LEGS AND FEET: As you twist, pivot the foot and straighten the leg on the other side slightly to the opposite direction your torso is twisting.

WHY YOU SHOULD DO IT This compound multi-joint movement targets the muscles of the shoulders, predominantly the anterior (front) deltoids, along with pressing muscles such as your triceps and rotator cuffs in your upper back. The twisting motion also activates muscles in your core and hips, especially your obliques. This helps to strengthen muscles involved in rotational Â“ÂœĂ›i“iÂ˜ĂŒĂƒ] ĂœÂ…ÂˆVÂ… Â…>Ăƒ Li˜iwVˆ>Â? vĂ•Â˜VĂŒÂˆÂœÂ˜>Â? Li˜iwĂŒĂƒ ˆ˜ iĂ›iÀÞ`>Ăž Â?ˆvi >˜` Ă›>Ă€ÂˆÂœĂ•Ăƒ ĂƒÂŤÂœĂ€ĂŒĂƒ°

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Types of isometrics An isometric exercise can take one of two forms – passive or active. Passive contractions involve holds and stances, whereas active isometrics requires that you exert force against a muscle in a static hold to fatigue it. Gymnasts are known for their incredible active strength on the rings, moving between swings and static hold positions, which requires incredible joint, ligament and muscle strength. And it is isometrics that help them develop this physical prowess. I’m sure you’ll also agree that these athletes sport some of the most incredible physiques in the sporting world.

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Weight training (more specifically, powerlifting), isometrics and an intelligent approach to nutrition has been my own personal answer to maintaining a year-round body fat percentage of 12%. More importantly, this approach has ensured I remain strong, 24/7/365. Get these three methods on point and you'll reach a whole new level, physically speaking, over a shorter period of time. I've done it, as have the hundreds of ladies who train under my watch. When you understand the correct programming of these exercises and apply them correctly, your training will be more effective than ever!

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incision that spanned almost the entire length of her torso. While doctors advised her against exercise, she started training three weeks after her ĂƒĂ•Ă€}iÀÞ] >˜` ˆ˜VÂ?Ă•`i` > Â?ÂœĂŒ more core strength work in her Ă€ÂœĂ•ĂŒÂˆÂ˜i° Ć‚Ăƒ > Ă€iĂƒĂ•Â?ĂŒ] ĂƒÂ…i i˜`i` Ă•ÂŤ Â?ˆvĂŒÂˆÂ˜} Â“ÂœĂ€i ĂŒÂ…>˜ iĂ›iĂ€] ĂƒiĂŒĂŒÂˆÂ˜} a PB for the split jerk at the Games. She also improved her gymnastics and is now able to ĂƒĂŒĂ€ÂˆÂ˜} ĂŒÂœ}iĂŒÂ…iĂ€ £ä Ă€ÂˆÂ˜} Â“Ă•ĂƒVÂ?i‡ Ă•ÂŤĂƒ vÂœĂ€ ĂŒÂ…i wĂ€ĂƒĂŒ ĂŒÂˆÂ“i ĂƒÂˆÂ˜Vi ĂƒÂ…i started competing in CrossFit >ĂŒ ĂŒÂ…i Ă“ä£Ă“ Ć‚Ă•ĂƒĂŒĂ€>Â?ˆ> ,i}ˆœ˜>Â?Ăƒ° “I’ve never felt better,â€? she told }>“iĂƒ°VĂ€ÂœĂƒĂƒwĂŒ°Vœ“°

4. Age is just a number

*>Ă•Â?ˆ˜i -Vˆ>ĂƒVˆ> ÂˆĂƒ ÂœĂ›iĂ€ ĂŒÂ…i >}i Âœv Ăˆä] ĂžiĂŒ ĂƒÂ…i V>˜ ÂŤĂ€ÂœL>LÂ?Ăž ÂœĂ•ĂŒÂ‡ WOD most women half her age. CrossFit.com calls her “one of ĂŒÂ…i wĂŒĂŒiĂƒĂŒ ĂƒiĂ?>}i˜>Ă€Âˆ>Â˜Ăƒ ˆ˜ ĂŒÂ…i worldâ€?, and she is living proof ĂŒÂ…>ĂŒ >}i ÂˆĂƒ Â?Ă•ĂƒĂŒ > Â˜Ă•Â“LiĂ€° Âş9ÂœĂ• can do anything at any age—it’s Â?Ă•ĂƒĂŒ Â“ÂœĂ›i“iÂ˜ĂŒ]Âť ĂƒÂ…i Ăœ>Ăƒ ÂľĂ•ÂœĂŒi` as saying. “The more moving ĂžÂœĂ• `Âœ] ĂŒÂ…i Â“ÂœĂ€i Â“ÂœĂ›i“iÂ˜ĂŒ ĂžÂœĂ•½Ă€i }œˆ˜} ĂŒÂœ Li >LÂ?i ĂŒÂœ `Âœ ĂœÂ…i˜ ĂžÂœĂ•½Ă€i Ă€i>Â?Â?Ăž >˜VˆiÂ˜ĂŒ° The New Zealander, who represented CrossFit Central Wellington at the Games, believes anyone at any age can regain their vitality, strength and vigor by simply Ăœ>Â?Žˆ˜} ĂŒÂ…Ă€ÂœĂ•}Â… ĂŒÂ…i `ÂœÂœĂ€ Âœv ĂŒÂ…iÂˆĂ€ Â?ÂœV>Â? Ă€ÂœĂƒĂƒ ÂˆĂŒ >vwÂ?ˆ>ĂŒi°

The team, comprised of Nicole Warburg Mackenzie, Matthew Bowerman, Natasha Nel, Vicky Polydorou and Richard Wollboldt, beat ÂœĂ•ĂŒ ĂƒÂœÂ“i Âœv ĂŒÂ…i ĂœÂœĂ€Â?`½Ăƒ ĂƒĂŒĂ€ÂœÂ˜}iĂƒĂŒ ĂŒi>Â“Ăƒ ˆ˜ ->ĂŒĂ•Ă€`>Ăž½Ăƒ /i>“ /Ă€ÂˆÂŤÂ?Ă•Ăƒ iĂ›iÂ˜ĂŒ q > ÂŤĂ€i`œ“ˆ˜>Â˜ĂŒÂ?Ăž V>Ă€`ˆœ‡L>Ăƒi` ĂœÂœĂ€ÂŽÂœĂ•ĂŒ ĂŒÂ…>ĂŒ VÂœÂ˜ĂƒÂˆĂƒĂŒi` Âœv a xää“ ĂƒĂœÂˆÂ“, a xää“ ĂƒÂ?i` paddle and a ӎ“ Ă€Ă•Â˜ q wÂ˜ÂˆĂƒÂ…ÂˆÂ˜} ĂŒÂ…i iĂ›iÂ˜ĂŒ ˆ˜ ĂŒÂ…ÂˆĂ€`] ĂœÂˆĂŒÂ… > ĂŒÂˆÂ“i Âœv ĂŽx“ÓäĂƒ] behind CrossFit Athletic (2nd ˆ˜ Ă“x“änĂƒÂŽ >˜` Ă€ÂœĂƒĂƒ ÂˆĂŒ >ĂƒĂŒ />“>Žˆ ­£ĂƒĂŒ ˆ˜ ĂŽĂŽÂ“Ă“ĂˆĂƒŽ° -ÂœĂ•ĂŒÂ… Ć‚vĂ€ÂˆV>½Ăƒ ÂœĂŒÂ…iĂ€ team, CrossFit PBM from Pretoria, ended the Games ˆ˜ ĂŽĂˆĂŒÂ… vÂœÂ?Â?ÂœĂœÂˆÂ˜} > ĂƒĂŒĂ€ÂœÂ˜} ĂƒÂ…ÂœĂœÂˆÂ˜} ĂŒÂ…>ĂŒ ˆ˜VÂ?Ă•`i` > ĂƒĂŒ>˜`ÂœĂ•ĂŒ ÂŤiĂ€vÂœĂ€Â“>˜Vi ˆ˜ the Bob Sprint event, where ĂŒÂ…i ĂŒi>“ ÂŤÂ?>Vi` xĂŒÂ…° /Â…i iĂ›iÂ˜ĂŒĂ•>Â? ĂŒi>“ VÂ…>Â“ÂŤÂˆÂœÂ˜Ăƒ were CrossFit Mayhem, a US team from Cookeville, /i˜˜iĂƒĂƒii] ĂœÂ…ÂˆVÂ… ˆ˜VÂ?Ă•`i` “ÕÂ?ĂŒÂˆÂŤÂ?i Ă€ÂœĂƒĂƒ ÂˆĂŒ >“iĂƒ VÂ…>Â“ÂŤÂˆÂœÂ˜ ,ˆVÂ… Ă€ÂœÂ˜ÂˆÂ˜}°

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After a promising start to the 2018 Reebok CrossFit Games, South Africa’s fittest team and Regionals winners, Cape CrossFit Wolfpack, did the country proud by eventually ending the competition in a respectable 20th position.

, R E T T E B A TIVE FFECYOUR GET O N!

Cardio

REVOLUTION

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As they say, “you can’t out-train a bad dietâ€?! That’s why getting your nutrition game on point is the most important step. Next on your transformation to-do list should be an effective strength training programme. Yes, LIFTING HEAVY WEIGHTS WITH HIGH INTENSITY IS A NON-NEGOTIABLE. And, no, it won’t make you ‘bulky’. While this form of tra aining adds more muscle, this type of tissue is more metabolically active, which he elps you burn more calories throughout the day. That’s right, when you combine solid nutrition with a weight training prog gramme [QWoNN NQUG YGKIJV CPF Ć‚TO WR CPF KUPoV VJCV YJCV YGoTG CNN CHVGT! #KO VQ RGTTHQTO at least three full-body strength sessions at a high-intensity each week.

Cardio 2.0 To top off your efforts in the kitchen and the gym, it’s helpful to add in a few cardio sessions to burn extra calories and fat to speed up the process and improve your conditioning. Adding the right kind of cardio, will take your results from good to brilliant. But don’t blindly follow that old-school approach to cardio – you know, hours spent pedalling away on the stationary bike or walking endlessly on an inclined treadmill. Bleh! Cardio training for fat loss has evolved. Today the most effective

approach is one that takes you through a wide range of heart rate zones. This not only burns more calories per minute, but a large proportion of that energy will come from stored body fat. ;QWoNN CNUQ DQQUV [QWT Ć‚VPGUU NGXGNU CPF [QWoNN DGPGĆ‚V HTQO VJG ‘after-burn’ effect. You see, the problem with

lower intensity nsity steady state cardio is that once you’ve ƂPKUJGF [QWT YQTMQWV [QWT DQF[ recovers quickly. This means you’ve done little to elevate your metabolism and create the right hormonal environment to burn more fat. So what should you do, then? Well, high-intensity interval

training (HIIT) is a great option. option This entails using the same pieces of cardio equipment you normally would, but alternating between intervals of intense almost allout effort, with active recovery intervals in between. Think 30 seconds of pedalling at 100rpm, followed by 30 seconds of easy pedalling at a lower cadence.

Cardio training for fat loss has evolved. Today the most effective approach is one that takes you through a wide range of heart rate zones.

nter the metcon En If the idea of traditional cardio doesn't appeal to you, there's another option. Metabolic conditioning, or 'metcon' training is a form of exercise that has grown in popularity due to its effectiveness and the challenge it poses. 6JG VTWG FGƂPKVKQP QH metabolic conditioning means conditioning the muscles to store and use energy more GHƂEKGPVN[ #NN [QW TGCNN[ PGGF VQ know, though, is that METCONS FOR FAT LOSS WORK, AND THEY BUILD MUSCLE IN THE PROCESS – IT'S A WIN-WIN! It works for weight loss and fat loss because you burn more calories per minute during your

training session compared to steady state cardio, and often more than HIIT cardio as well! Secondly, your metabolism stays elevated long after you've stopped training. This increase in metabolism after training is often termed the 'afterburn' effect. It happens because your body needs to fuel the recovery process and when your session has been more demanding, your recovery needs are that much greater. Part of the process involves repairing damaged tissues (like muscle, tendons and ligaments. Don't worry, that's a natural consequence of training) and cells, and replacing stored

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Metcon basics

Typess of metcons There are a variety of different ways to set up a metcon session. The most effecctive ctive modes include include:

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Use compound exercises – they're the most demanding

Big compound exercises like a dumbbell squat press require more energy to perform and recover from because multiple joints and muscle groups are involved. Other full-body dynamic exercises that boost the burn include jumping, sprinting and sled pushes.

#2

Keep the intensity high

Keep the intensity of your session high to elevate your effort levels. Metcon training at the appropriate level should leave you breathless. Find the balance between lifting as much weight as you can for as many reps as possible, and resting as little as possible between sets.

#3

Progressive overload

Your workouts should get progressively harder over time. By pushing yourself harder and harder at each subsequent session, you're guaranteed to see results. You can make progress in your metcon sessions by increasing the weight you use, performing more work in the same amount of time (density or volume), decreasing your rest periods, or increasing the duration of your workout.

COMPLEXES Two or more exercises performed back to back using the same implement and load (i.e. barbell, dumbbell, kettlebell etc.) without resting between exercises. You choose your number of reps, sets and load. Transition from exercise to exercise without resting, stopping only once an entire complex has been completed. Barbell complex: • Bent-over barbell row • Hang clean • Front squat and push press hybrid • Jump squat (bar on back) • Good mornings Kettlebell complex: • Clean and press • Double front squat • Double swings Dumbbell complex: • Romanian deadlift • Bent-over row • #NVGTPCVKPI TGXGTUG NWPIGU • Shoulder press • Front squat

TABATAS

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METCON CIRCUITS Set up a series of exercises in a circuit, using different pieces of equipment if you wish. You then perform each exercise HQT C URGEKƂE PWODGT QH TGRU or amount of time, and rest HQT C URGEKƂE COQWPV QH VKOG between exercises and circuits. Structure each circuit with a mix of full-body, lower-body, upper-body, core and dynamic movements, performing each at maximum intensity. Try this circuit for a weightbased cardio blast: • Squat jumps • Skipping • Dumbbell curl to press • Step ups • Lunge jumps • Sprints • Kettlebell swings • Mountain climbers

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By making cardio a mainstay in your summer body programme, you’ll accelerate your fat loss by boosting your metabolism with every session, and you’ll improve your health and fitness while doing it.

SWEAT ON!

All you need is 20-30 minutes for one of these quick high-intensity sessions – no need for those hour-long snoozefests on the stationary bike.

No effective cardio routine worth its weight in sweat leaves out the treadmill – it’s one of the most effective machines in the gym and running is a great form of exercise.

the workout 1. Warm up: 2.5 minutes Start with a walk and increase the speed slightly every minute until you reach a steady jog. 2. Split 1: 12 minutes Run at a fast and steady tempo for 12 minutes. Note the distance you covered. 3. Active recovery: Jog slowly for 2 minutes to recover. 4. Split 2: 10.5 minutes This is the neg (or negative) split. You need to cover the same distance you did in split one, but in less time.

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ellip iptical pick-ups

With a bit of creativity you can reinvent your cardio routine – you just need to know how to structure your workouts to keep them interesting and effective.

the neg split treadmill tester

workouts to spice up your cardio routine Warm-up: 5 minutes At an easy effort 1 minute pick-up at max effort 1 minute at easy effort 1.5-minute pick-up at max effort 1 minute at easy effort 2-minute pick-up at max effort 1 minute at easy effort 2.5-minute pick-up at max effort 1 minute at easy effort 3-minute pick-up at max effort Cool-down: 5 minutes Row at easy effort TOTAL TIME: 23 minutes

The elliptical is a great piece of cardio equipment because it engages upper and lower body muscle groups to increase the impact.

5. Cool down: 2.5 minutes Start at an easy jog and reduce your speed slightly every minute e so that your last 60 seconds are performed at a brisk walking pace. TOTAL TIME: 29.5 minutes

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How: Perform as many reps as possible in 1 minute. Move directly to the next station without resting. Complete all 5 stations to perform one circuit, rest for 60 seconds between circuits, and complete 4 rounds in total.

the workout Warm up: 2 minutes High knees – 30 seconds Star jumps – 30 seconds Ice skaters – 30 seconds Air squats – 30 seconds Station 1: Squat jumps Station 2: Mountain climbers Station 3: High knees Station 4: Jump lunges Station 5: Burpees

air assault intervals

the bodyweight burner

When you add the resistance of bodyweight exercises to a non-stop cardio workout structure you get a lungbusting session.

The Assault AirBike delivers a gruelling workout on its own, but when you combine it with the high-impact airborne assault of skipping, you’ve got a recipe for a serious calorie blaster. About the AirBike: The Assault AirBike uses a 27-inch steel fan to create unlimited resistance, which is the secret to its effectiveness – the harder you work, the greater the resistance.

the workout Warm-up: 5 minutes on the AirBike At a comfortable resistance AirBike interval 1: 90 seconds 15 seconds on, 15 seconds off Skipping interval 1: 90 seconds Double foot skip AirBike interval 2: 90 seconds 20 seconds on, 10 seconds off Skipping interval 2: 90 seconds Alternating high knees AirBike interval 3: 90 seconds 25 seconds on, 5 seconds off Skipping interval 3: 90 seconds Left leg skips AirBike interval 4: 90 seconds All out Skipping interval 4: 90 seconds Right leg skips

Cool down: 2 minutes

Cool-down: 5 minutes on AirBike At a comfortable resistance

TOTAL TIME: 28 minutes

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The diet plan Let’s face it, abs are made in the kitchen. To successfully craft your beach body you’ll need to be on point with your nutrition. For this, you can try any of the following 3 strategies.

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LOW-CARB EATING:

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CARB CYCLING:

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HIGH-CARB DAY LOW-TO-MODERATE CARB DAY

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FATS

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The workout plan

THE WORKOUT STRUCTURE DAY 1 Upper-body DAY 2 Lower-body DAY 3 / V>Ă€`ˆœ >˜` >LĂƒ DAY 4 Full-body circuit

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“ÕÂ?ĂŒÂˆÂŤÂ?i VÂœÂ“ÂŤÂœĂ•Â˜` Â“ÂœĂ›i“iÂ˜ĂŒĂƒ ĂŒÂ…>ĂŒ ĂŒ>Ă€}iĂŒ `ˆvviĂ€iÂ˜ĂŒ Â“Ă•ĂƒVÂ?i }Ă€ÂœĂ•ÂŤĂƒ V>˜ Li ˆ˜VÂ?Ă•`i` ˆ˜ ĂŒÂ…i ĂœÂœĂ€ÂŽÂœĂ•ĂŒ] ÂŤ>Ă€ĂŒÂˆVĂ•Â?>Ă€Â?Ăž œ˜ ĂŒÂ…i full-body day. This boosts the metabolic effect of ĂŒÂ…i ĂœÂœĂ€ÂŽÂœĂ•ĂŒ ĂŒÂœ LĂ•Ă€Â˜ Â“ÂœĂ€i calories.

EXERCISE

SETS

REPS

3

12 per arm

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3

12 per arm

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3

12

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12

3 3

6 per arm

1PG CTO FWODDGNN TQYU

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2NCVG QXGTJGCF HTQPV TCKUGU 2NCPM YKVJ CTO EWTNU

.[KPI FWODDGNN VTKEGR GZVGPUKQPU

A

12

FORM TIP: Do not rotate your torso in an effort to throw the weight up. Keep your back flat throughout the movement.

1. One-arm dumbbell rows 2NCEG [QWT MPGG CPF VJG JCPF QH [QWT UWRRQTVKPI CTO QP VJG DGPEJ YKVJ VJG QVJGT HQQV RNCPVGF Ć‚TON[ QP VJG ĆƒQQT )TCUR VJG FWODDGNN CPF NKHV KV HTQO VJG ĆƒQQT NGVVKPI KV JCPI D[ [QWT UKFG YKVJ [QWT UJQWNFGT stretched downwards (A). The Move: Row the FWODDGNN WRYCTFU VQ [QWT UKFG WPVKN KV OCMGU EQPVCEV YKVJ [QWT NQYGT TKDU QT WPVKN [QWT WRRGT CTO OQXGU LWUV DG[QPF JQTK\QPVCN (B) 5SWGG\G [QWT NCVU CV VJG VQR QH VJG OQXGOGPV CPF JQNF HQT C EQWPV DGHQTG TGVWTPKPI [QWT CTO VQ VJG GZVGPFGF FQYPYCTF RQUKVKQP 4GRGCV HQT VJG TGSWKTGF TGRU DGHQTG UYKVEJKPI VQ VJG QRRQUKVG CTO CPF TGRGCVKPI VJG GZGTEKUG QP VJG QVJGT UKFG B

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FORM TIP: Do not lock your elbow out at the top of the pressing movement.

3. Overhand bent-over barbell rows

2. Alternating dumbbell press

A

B

.KG DCEM QP C UVCDKNKV[ DCNN JQNFKPI FWODDGNNU KP DQVJ JCPFU CPF RQUKVKQPGF D[ [QWT WRRGT EJGUV The Move: 2TGUU QPG FWODDGNN QXGTJGCF CV C VKOG DTCEKPI [QWT EQTG VQ UVCDKNKUG [QWTUGNH YKVJ each rep.

FORM TIP: Do not use momentum to lift the plate overhead. Rather select a lighter weight to perform the exercise with strict form.

4. Plank with arm curls

5. Plate overhead front raises 5VCPF WRTKIJV YKVJ C UNKIJV DGPF KP [QWT MPGGU CPF [QWT EQTG GPICIGF *QNF C YGKIJV RNCVG KP HTQPV QH [QW YKVJ DQVJ JCPFU (A). The Move: .KHV VJG RNCVG up and overhead in an CTE NKMG OQVKQP VQ RGTHQTO CP GZVGPFGF HTQPV TCKUG (B). .QYGT VJG YGKIJV DCEM VQ the starting position under EQPVTQN CPF TGRGCV VJG movement for the required reps.

*QNF FWODDGNNU KP GKVJGT hand. Drop down into an GZVGPFGF RNCPM RQUKVKQP YKVJ [QWT JCPFU RNCEGF UJQWNFGT YKFVJ CRCTV (A). The Move: Brace [QWT EQTG CPF UVCDKNKUG your torso to avoid trunk rotation as you perform C DKEGR EWTN YKVJ QPG arm at a time (B). Keep CNVGTPCVKPI CTO EWTNU HQT the required reps.

A

B A

Bend over and grip the DCTDGNN YKVJ CP QXGTJCPF ITKR 2WNN VJG YGKIJV QHH VJG ƃQQT CPF NGV KV JCPI FKTGEVN[ DGNQY [QWT EJGUV YKVJ [QWT CTOU GZVGPFGF (A). The Move: (TQO VJG DGPV QXGT RQUKVKQP TQY VJG DCT WR VQYCTFU [QWT TKD ECIG -GGR [QWT GNDQYU ƃCTGF QWV CPF USWGG\G [QWT UJQWNFGT DNCFGU VQIGVJGT CV VJG VQR of the movement (B) *QNF HQT C EQWPV DGHQTG TGVWTPKPI the weight to the starting position.

B

FORM TIP: Select two dumbbells with which you are able to comfortably perform a dumbbell curl.

FORM TIP: Keep your upper arms in a fixed position to target your triceps more effectively.

A

6. Lying dumbbell tricep extension

B

.KG FQYP QP C DGPEJ JQNFKPI FWODDGNNU KP DQVJ JCPFU The Move: 'ZVGPF [QWT CTOU QXGTJGCF VJGP ƃGZ [QWT GNDQYU VQ NQYGT [QWT CTOU DGJKPF [QWT JGCF (A) 4CKUG VJG FWODDGNNU DCEM WR D[ GZVGPFKPI [QWT GNDQYU (B).

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EXERCISE

SETS

REPS

1. Front squats

5

5

2. Good mornings

3

15

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3

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3

20

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20

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3

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1. Front squats %NGCP C DCTDGNN QPVQ VJG HTQPV QH [QWT UJQWNFGTU -GGR [QWT GNDQYU WR QT ETQUU [QWT CTOU QXGT VJG DCT CU [QW DGPF [QWT MPGGU CPF RWUJ [QWT JKRU DCEM DGJKPF you (A). The Move: &GUEGPF WPVKN [QWT VJKIJU CTG RCUV RCTCNNGN (B) 'ZVGPF [QWT MPGGU CPF JKRU WRYCTF D[ FTKXKPI VJTQWIJ [QWT JGGNU WPVKN [QWT NGIU CTG straight again.

INCREASE THE WEIGHTS YOU LIFT ON A WEKLY BASIS BY 10% TO KEEP PROGRESSING WITH THIS WORKOUT

If you want to achieve a fitness model-like physique, TRAIN AT THE RIGHT / - /9] WITH THE APPROPRIATE VOLUME TO STIMULATE MUSCLE GROWTH.

A

FORM TIP: Keep your back straight and your knees pointed in the same direction as your feet.

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FORM TIP: Keep your upper body upright and your lower back flat throughout the movement.

A

B

A

B

2. Good mornings

3. Split squats

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5VCTV YKVJ C DGPEJ DGJKPF [QW (CEKPI CYC[ HTQO VJG DGPEJ RNCEG QPG HQQV QP VQR of it and the other foot further out in front of you (A). The Move: Bend your front MPGG CPF FTQR FQYP WPVKN [QWT VJKIJ KU LWUV RCUV RCTCNNGN YKVJ VJG ƃQQT (B). Pause KP VJKU RQUKVKQP CPF VJGP USWGG\G [QWT INWVGU VQ TGVWTP VQ C HWNN[ WRTKIJV UVCPEG 2GTHQTO CNN VJG TGRU HQT VJG QPG NGI VJGP TGRGCV YKVJ VJG QVJGT

FORM TIP: Avoid pulling the cable upward through the shoulders.

FORM TIP: Use a wider stance for better balance.

FORM TIP: Hold on to a wall or bar for balance if you are unable to do the move without assistance.

5. Standing barbell calf raises

6. Single-leg dumbbell calf raises

5VCPF WRTKIJV YKVJ C DCTDGNN RQUKVKQPGF QP VJG DCEM QH [QWT UJQWNFGTU The Move: Raise your JGGNU QHH VJG ƃQQT D[ GZVGPFKPI [QWT CPMNGU CU JKIJ CU RQUUKDNG *QNF HQT C EQWPV DGHQTG NQYGTKPI [QWT JGGNU DCEM FQYP

5VCPF WRTKIJV JQNFKPI C FWODDGNN KP QPG JCPF 'ZVGPF VJG JGGN QH VJG NGI QP VJG UCOG UKFG CU VJG FWODDGNN QHH VJG ƃQQT The Move: 4CKUG [QWT JGGN CU JKIJ CU RQUUKDNG D[ GZVGPFKPI [QWT CPMNG .QYGT [QWT JGGN DCEM FQYP CPF TGRGCV HQT VJG TGSWKTGF TGRU DGHQTG UYKVEJKPI UKFGU

A

B

4. Cable or band pull-throughs 5VCPF HCEKPI CYC[ HTQO C RWNNG[ OCEJKPG QT CP CPEJQT RQKPV YKVJ C DCPF CVVCEJGF 5VTCFFNG VJG ECDNG QT DCPF YJKNG JQNFKPI VJG GPF YKVJ DQVJ JCPFU /QXG HQTYCTF WPVKN VJGTG KU VGPUKQP QP VJG ECDNG QT DCPF VJGP RQUKVKQP [QWT HGGV UJQWNFGT YKFVJ CRCTV (A). The Move: 4GCEJ VJTQWIJ [QWT NGIU CU HCT CU RQUUKDNG DGPFKPI CV VJG JKRU -GGRKPI [QWT MPGGU UNKIJVN[ DGPV CPF [QWT CTOU UVTCKIJV GZVGPF [QWT DQF[ DCEM WR VJTQWIJ VJG JKRU &TKXG [QWT JKRU forward as you stand up straight (B). XXX mUOFTTNBH DP [B

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INCREASE THE NUMBER OF REPS EVERY WEEK BY

10%

DAY 3 Core+cardio FORM TIP: Engage your abdominals and keep them braced throughout the exercise.

EXERCISE

SETS

REPS

1. Stability ball roll-out

3

12

2. Flutter kicks

3

30-45 seconds

3. Bicycle crunches

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20

4. Seated knee ups

3

12

1. Stability ball roll-outs -PGGN QP VJG ĆƒQQT CPF RNCEG [QWT elbows on the side of a stability ball. The Move: Roll forward by slowly extending your hips and arms. Extend your upper arms out as far as you can while maintaining a bend in your elbows and a neutral spine. Extend your hips and arms to equal degrees, before engaging your core to roll back up to the starting position.

The cardio component Check out page 44 in this issue for a serious HIIT cardio workout that will get your heart pumping to burn more calories!

2. Flutter kicks

3. Bicycle crunches

Lie on your back with your legs extended and your arms positioned at your sides. The Move: Lift your heels about 30cm off VJG ĆƒQQT CPF JQNF VJGO KP VJCV RQUKVKQP Rapidly kick your feet up and down in a quick, scissor-like motion for the required time.

.KG ĆƒCV QP VJG ĆƒQQT QP C I[O OCV 2NCEG your hands behind your head. The Move: Raise one knee towards your head while simultaneously crunching your torso off the mat. Attempt to touch your knee to the opposite elbow. Immediately repeat on the opposite side.

FORM TIP: Maintain core engagement to keep your legs elevated throughout the exercise.

4. Seated knee ups Sit on a mat. Lean back, use your arms to support your upper body if required as you extend your legs out in front of you (A). The Move: Engage your core to raise your knees up towards your chest (B). Extend your legs back out under control, without allowing them to drop down. Return to the starting position and repeat for the required reps.

A

B

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DAY 4 Full-body A WELL-FORMULATED PREWORKOUT SUPPLEMENT TAKEN 20-30 MINUTES BEFORE YOU NEED AN EXTRA BOOST OF ENERGY OR FOCUS SHOULD GIVE YOU THAT TEMPORARY BOOST YOU NEED

EXERCISE

SETS

REPS

1. Kettlebell swings

3

25

2. Barbell push presses

3

12

3. Squats

3

12

4. Dumbbell walking lunges

3

15 per leg

5. Dumbbell deadlift with overhead press

3

12

6. Single-leg hip thrust

3

15 per leg

FORM TIP: Do not use your arms and shoulders to lift the kettlebell up with each rep – your hip-initiated momentum should propel the kettlebell forward.

BOOST YOUR MOOD 1. Kettlebell swings DRINK UP IN THE EARLY MORNINGS SO YOU HAVE STAMINA FOR THE DAY!

ENERGISING SPINACH SMOOTHIE 1 banana, medium size, sliced 2 cups baby spinach 1 cup fat-free milk 5 almonds VCDNGURQQP ĆƒCZ UGGF QKN 1 cup of any other fresh or frozen fruit like berries, mangoes or peaches etc Crushed ice as needed Blend the sliced bananas, spinach and about 1/2 cup of milk together to make it a smooth puree. There should be no lumps. Now add the remaining milk and blend it once again. Add CNOQPFU ĆƒCZ UGGF QKN HTWKV CPF KEG ;QW ECP adjust the quantity of milk to get the desired consistency. Serve immediately.

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Place a kettlebell in front of you. Hinge at the hips and push back with your glutes while keeping your back straight. Lower yourself until you’re able to grip the kettlebell. The Move: Pull your shoulders back and down. Pull the kettlebell back so that your hands go between your legs, until you feel the tension in your hamstrings. Contract your glutes and hamstrings forcefully to drive your hips forward. Extend them in a “pop-like� motion to generate the momentum that will ‘throw’ the kettlebell forward, up to about shoulder height. Let the kettlebell fall back between your legs and repeat the movement.

3. Squats

A

B

A

Position a barbell behind your neck on your upper back. Position your feet hip-width apart with your toes pointing slightly out (A). The Move: Keep your back, core and abdominal muscles engaged as you bend your knees and lower your bum back and down. Slowly lower yourself down, ensuring your legs go past RCTCNNGN VQ VJG ĆƒQQT (B). Pause at the bottom for a second, then contract your glutes to initiate the movement back up. Push through your feet as you extend your legs and hips to return to the starting position.

B

2. Barbell push presses %NGCP C DCTDGNN HTQO VJG ĆƒQQT WUKPI C YKFG overhand grip. Position the bar at chest height (A). The Move: Engage your core as you dip your body by bending your knees, hips and ankles. Explosively drive upward with your legs, driving the barbell up off your shoulders (B). As you do so, extend your arms overhead. Return the bar to your shoulders under control and repeat.

FORM TIP: Ensure that your front knee stays in alignment with your foot and ankle.

5. Dumbbell deadlift with overhead press Place dumbbells on either side of your legs, which should be placed shoulderwidth apart. The Move: Bend your knees, lowering yourself to VJG ĆƒQQT WPVKN [QWT VJKIJU are parallel to the ground. Grab the dumbbells using a neutral grip, with both arms positioned outside your knees (A). Deadlift the dumbbells by straightening your legs and driving your hips upwards. In the upright position, curl the weights up to your shoulders (B), then press the weights WR QXGTJGCF KP QPG ĆƒWKF movement (C). Lower the dumbbells back down to the starting position and repeat for the required reps

A

B

C

6. Single-leg hip thrust

4. Dumbbell walking lunges Stand holding a dumbbell in either hand. Take a big step forward with your right leg. The Move: Strike the ground with your heel and transition onto the foot. Bend your leading knee to lunge down as far as possible, dropping your left knee VQYCTFU VJG ĆƒQQT 'ZVGPF VJG MPGG CPF hip of your leading leg, step forward and bring the left leg forward to repeat the same lunging movement with that leg. Continue to alternate legs in this manner for half the required reps, then turn around and lunge back toward your starting point.

.KG YKVJ [QWT DCEM QP VJG ĆƒQQT 2NCEG VJG JGGN QH QPG NGI QP VJG ĆƒQQT and lift the other leg up and extend your knee – keep it in this position for the duration of the exercise (A). The Move: Extend your hips QHH VJG ĆƒQQT MGGRKPI VJG GZVGPFGF NGI UVTCKIJV WPVKN [QWT body forms a straight line from your shoulders to the bent knee (B). Drop your hips back down and repeat on one side for the required reps, then swop sides and repeat.

FORM TIP: Ensure that your hips do not rotate to one side during the thrust.

A

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weren’t welcomed by everyone. In high school she was again the only female player in the boys’ Shana Power’s path to becoming soccer team. “It wasn’t easy to take the sexist comments, but I stuck an elite female MMA athlete it out. It taught me that you have has been littered with setbacks to overcome many obstacles to and challenges, but a life spent achieve greatness.â€? overcoming stereotypes and Shana’s next setback was a lifeother hurdles prepared her for threatening health scare. She was what lay ahead. Today, as a diagnosed with pulmonary emboli TGEQTF DTGCMKPI Ć‚IJVGT 5JCPC when 28 clots on her lungs were is the ultimate example of what discovered, which landed her in a #strongwoman attitude can ICU. “My pulmonologist told me I’d achieve. never compete or train again as my condition was hereditary. I was put HER CHALLENGES: on a blood thinner called Warfarin, Shana is no stranger to adversity. which made exercise extremely She and her sister, Dina, were raised `>˜}iĂ€ÂœĂ•Ăƒ° Ăœ>Ăƒ Â˜ÂœĂŒ œ˜Â?Ăž w}Â…ĂŒÂˆÂ˜} by a single mom who worked two vÂœĂ€ “Þ Â?ˆvi] Ăœ>Ăƒ Â˜ÂœĂœ w}Â…ĂŒÂˆÂ˜} ĂŒÂœ jobs to make ends meet. It was keep alive a potential career as a in primary school where Shana’s pro sportswoman, which I knew was beliefs, values and character were something I was destined to do.â€? vÂœĂ€Â“i`° -Â…i Ăœ>Ăƒ ĂŒÂ…i wĂ€ĂƒĂŒ }ÂˆĂ€Â? ĂŒÂœ play soccer in the boys’ team at HER #STRONGWOMAN the school and always made the ‘A’ MOMENT: team. It was in Grade 10 when her high However, Shana had to deal school started a women’s soccer with discrimination and a lack of ĂŒi>“] ĂœÂ…ÂˆVÂ… w˜>Â?Â?Ăž >Â?Â?ÂœĂœi` -Â…>˜> reco g breaking feats @power_shana | www.phit.co.za

recognition for her efforts and achievements. She was made captain and even helped coach the team. When Shana wasn’t accepted to study Sports Psychology at the University of Pretoria, instead of giving up, she channelled her energy into attaining a Diploma in Fitness from ETA in Randburg, specialising in Sports Conditioning. “I knew this was the right choice when everything started to fall into place. Although I wasn’t academic in school, I achieved distinctions at ETA as it all came so naturally to me.â€? It was also while studying when Shana met light heavyweight EFC champion Norman “Chefâ€? Wessels, who offered her an apprenticeship as a trainer at Fight Fit Militia in Sunninghill. “That’s when my years spent as the only female in a maledominated sport made sense – the experience had groomed me for this new environment.â€? It was then that Shana was struck down with her illness, but six months after her diagnosis she de ecided to get a second opinion. Ć‚vĂŒiĂ€ ĂŒiĂƒĂŒĂƒ Vœ˜wÀ“i` ĂŒÂ…>ĂŒ Â…iĂ€ co ondition could be treated she was cle eared for training and taken off the e Warfarin. A year later she made her LÂœ ÂœĂ?ˆ˜} `iLĂ•ĂŒ° /Â…i w}Â…ĂŒ ÂŤĂ€ÂœĂ›i` to the world that she was born for gre eatness. Shana then progressed

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HERE ARE MANY WAYS A MEDICINE BALL CAN BENEFIT YOUR BODY, YOUR STRENGTH AND YOUR FITNESS LEVELS. THIS SIMPLE YET HIGHLY VERSATILE STRENGTH AND CONDITIONING TOOL IS ESPECIALLY USEFUL WHEN YOUR AIM IS A MORE DEFINED AND STRONGER MORE DEFINED MIDSECTION. The ability to throw, catch and move the ‘med’ ball easily from one side of your body to the other makes it one of the most functional pieces of exercise equipment you can use or own. As your entire body works to control the momentum of the weight, you’ll improve your core strength and stability, while also engaging numerous other muscles.

A DAILY DOSE OF MEDICINE BALL TRAINING CAN HELP YOU CRAFT A SERIOUS SET OF ABS Photography by James Patrick www.jamespatrickphotography.com Performed by Laura Tarbell

Side to side slams Stand with a wide stance, holding the medicine ball with both hands. Lift the medicine ball up above your head. From this extended position, engage your core and powerfully throw the ball into the ground next to your right foot. Catch the ball as it bounces back up, return to the extended overhead position and repeat the slam on your left side. PERFORM: Keep alternating sides in this fashion, completing 10 slams per side.

1 Form tip: Keep your core engaged and use your entire body, including your legs, to generate force for the slam.

CAUTION: Be careful not to let the medicine ball bounce back up and hit you in the face. Slam balls are the most effective for this move.

Core med ball circuit THE WORKOUT: Perform these exercises in a circuit fashion. Complete the required reps for each exercise, then move directly to the next one. Only rest once an entire circuit has been completed. Perform 3-5 circuits to complete the workout.

Exercise 1: Side to side slams Exercise 2: Mountain climbers Exercise 3: Med ball twist throws Exercise 4: Lying knee raise and overhead reach

Note: This variation will engage your core to a greater degree than standard mountain climbers performed without the medicine ball.

2 Form tip: Ensure that you maintain a quick yet controlled motion as you alternate knee drives.

Mountain climbers Drop down into an extended push-up position with both hands placed close together on top of the medicine ball. Shift your bodyweight forward until your shoulders are above the ball. Lift œ˜i vÂœÂœĂŒ Âœvv ĂŒÂ…i yÂœÂœĂ€ >˜` ÂľĂ•ÂˆVÂŽÂ?Ăž bring one knee up towards your elbow. As you return that foot to ĂŒÂ…i yÂœÂœĂ€] ˆ““i`ˆ>ĂŒiÂ?Ăž `Ă€ÂˆĂ›i ĂžÂœĂ•Ă€ other knee up. PERFORM: Continue to alternate knee drives in this fashion, completing 15 per side.

Form tip: Keep your core engaged and the head aligned

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Stand upright with your feet positioned shoulder-width apart, holding a med ball in both hands. You must position yourself so that your side is at least 1m away from a wall or a training partner. Rotate your shoulders and torso away from the wall. Immediately reverse your direction of movement. Twist your torso and shoulders in the opposite direction to generate power. As you rotate, extend your arms and release the ball, throwing it against the wall or into your partner’s hands. PERFORM: Catch the ball again and repeat the movement sequence 10 times before turning around to throw from the opposite side.

Form tip: Use your torso to generate the power for the throw, not your arms.

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Lying knee raise and overhead reach Lie on your back on the ground with your legs extended. Hold a medicine ball in both hands above your head. Pull your knees into your chest and raise your arms towards the ceiling simultaneously. Pull the med ball over your shins, before slowly lowering your legs and arms back to the starting position. PERFORM: Repeat the movement 10 times to complete the circuit.

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next level DEADLIFTS This compound movement works almost the entire body, but is particularly effective at developing stronger, more mobile hips. Major muscles worked include the lower and middle back, glutes, thighs and calves, with numerous stabiliser muscles in the core also engaged. By incorporating more muscles with each rep, this compound exercise delivers better results, while also improving functional movement patterns.

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Stand over the barbell with your feet positioned slightly narrower than shoulder-width apart. Grab the bar with an overhand grip, with your arms positioned either side of your torso. Bend your knees, push back with your hips and drop your glutes FQYP VQ VJG ƃQQT 5VCPF WR by extending your hips and knees simultaneously while pulling hard. Roll the bar over your knees and thighs until your legs are straight. Lock your knees and hips at the top.

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Check your form Ensure that your feet are placed directly under the bar in the starting position. Do not tilt your pelvis as you drop down into the deep squat position, and never round your back. Lift your chest as you pull upwards and keep your head in line with your shoulders. Keep the bar close to your body as you drive your knees and hips upwards. Do not jerk the weight up at the top and don’t lean back. Maintain momentum with a smooth, continuous pulling motion from the bottom to the top.

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It's a Zee thing Zee, a self-confessed Fitness Junkie, eats clean, trains hard and uses NPL supplements to recover and build that shapely physique she’s after. When she hits the gym, her goto exercise is the deadlift. Zee loves this move for its ability to target all those muscles around the hips that are so important to women, particularly the glutes and upper legs. “It’s an amazing compound exercise that builds a great physique,� explains Zee. I wish more women would load up a bar and get deadlifting, because this exercise burns serious calories and forges immense strength.

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“My goal is to be published in a magazine.” This is a statement I receive several times a week from fitness talents who unfortunately have the misperception that being published in a magazine is the ultimate objective for a successful career. BY James Patrick www.fitposium.com | www.jamespatrick.com

Gettin ublished is only the first step to getting paid James Patrick, ACG, ALB is an internationally published commercial and editorial photographer based in Arizona. He has also worked as a marketing professional, website strategist, journalist and a public speaker covering a variety of topics including photography, marketing and business development. He is a past recipient of the Inside Tucson Business Up & Comer of the Year award and has received more than 30 ADDY® for his work in colour photography. His work is available to be seen at jamespatrick.com and he is the founder of the annual FITposium conference.

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The idea they have is that if they get published, then everything will immediately change for the better as unlimited opportunities will instantly materialise to support the remainder of their careers. As a photographer, I’ve shot more than 300 printed magazine covers in the last decade alone. Not taking into CEEQWPV VJG HCKT UJCTG QH RTQHGUUKQPCN CVJNGVGU CEVQTU CPF EGNGDTKVKGU + JCXG YQTMGF YKVJ VJG UKIPKƂECPV RQTVKQP QH VJQUG EQXGTU YGTG QH ƂVPGUU VCNGPVU OQFGNU CPF GPVTGRTGPGWTU 6JKU KU KP CFFKVKQP VQ KPPWOGTCDNG OCIC\KPG HGCVWTGU +oXG RJQVQITCRJGF YJKEJ VQVCN KP VJG VJQWUCPFU 6JCV KU NKVGTCNN[ JWPFTGFU CPF JWPFTGFU QH ƂVPGUU RGTUQPCNKVKGU who I’ve had the opportunity to work with in getting published.

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master YOUR MIND To succeed at any physical endeavour, whether it’s a body transformation, getting ready for a Bikini competition, or completing a challenging race, you first need to master your mind. Your mental state is often more of a factor than your physical preparation when it comes to achieving your ultimate goal, so here’s how you can master your mind:

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research Where you live affects your allergies A recently completed South African regional study on allergies conducted by independent aerobiologist, Dilys Berman, and funded by Adcock Ingram, highlights the plants most commonly associated with the onset of hay fever and where they are found. This research enables sufferers to better control their allergies with information on expected seasonal allergen spikes. Visit www.allergyfoundation.co.za for more info.

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More plant power! Recommended read:

WHEN CALORIES & CARDIO DON’T CUT IT (Kindle edition)

By Joanne Lee Cornish Calorie restriction and heart pumping cardio have been the mainstay of weight-loss programmes for decades. They’re so ingrained in our belief system that we fear if we eat too much or exercise too little we’ll be instantly punished with overnight weight gain. This book offers a fascinating look at the maLQT KPĆƒWGPEGTU VJCV KORCEV body composition and fat patterning. It explains how these players pay little heed to our obsessive tracking of intake versus expenditure and it will show you how you can control these factors to work in your favour. In “When Calories & Cardio Don’t Cut Itâ€? you’ll learn about the one reaction that needs to happen to break down fat, what causes fat storage to accelerate with age, the three times in life when you can increase your number of fat cells, and why chronic dieters end up with fat arms and thick waists. $11.44 www.amazon.com

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new Energy bites for a natural boost Consumers are constantly looking for healthier ways to snack and, according to Anna Klainbaum, food trend expert and writer, recipes for granola and oatmeal balls have become very popular. These bite-sized snacks are traditionally made with peanut butter, oats or granola, seeds and honey, but are also often packed with dried nuts, chocolate chips or shredded coconut. They CTG HWNN QH PWVTKGPVU RTQVGKP JGCNVJ[ ECTDU HCVU CPF Ć‚DTG which help build lean muscle mass, boost energy and aid in weight maintenance. This snack will give you a boost while keeping you full for the afternoon. They’re also a quick and convenient grab-and-go snack that can last the whole week in the fridge. INGREDIENTS 2½ cups Pouyoukas whole rolled oats ½ cup Pouyoukas pumpkin seeds ½ cup raisins 2 tbsp Pouyoukas UWPĆƒQYGT UGGFU 1 tsp cinnamon ½ cup natural almond or peanut butter 1/3 cup honey 1 tsp vanilla essence

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Microgreens supplied by Urban Micro Greens, Randburg. Look out for Urban Micro Greens’ mixed microgreens in various outlets across South Africa, or visit www.umgreens.com for more info.

Also delicious with added raisins and coconut yoghurt.

SIMPLE PAPAYA & ROCKET Makes 2 servings

INGREDIENTS 1 large papaya 2 handfuls of rocket microgreens ½ a lime

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INSTRUCTIONS (RAW) 1. Halve and de-seed the papaya. 2. Place rocket microgreens inside papaya (or chop papaya roughly). 3. Spritz with lime and serve.

Sunflower microgreens contain 30% protein.

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Brassicaceae family:

Apiaceae family:

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Cabbage, broccoli, radish rocket

Carrot, fennel and celery

Swiss chard, beetroot and spinach

Asteraceae family:

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Endive, lettuce, and chicory

Garlic, onion, leek

Cucumber and squash

INGREDIENTS 4 ripe bananas ÂŁ Â…>˜`vĂ•Â? Âœv ĂƒĂ•Â˜yÂœĂœiĂ€ “ˆVĂ€Âœgreens or Tatsoi microgreens 500ml almond milk INSTRUCTIONS 1. Blend all ingredients together. Keep a pinch of microgreens for garnish. 2. Garnish with a few microgreens and serve.

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CAULIFLOWER & CORIANDER INGREDIENTS Ă“ VĂ•ÂŤĂƒ Âœv V>Ă•Â?ˆyÂœĂœiĂ€ Ă€ÂˆVi 2 slices of butternut 1 handful of coriander microgreens 1 handful of Chinese cabbage microgreens 1 tsp olive oil Dash of cumin Pinch of salt and black pepper INSTRUCTIONS 1. *Ă€ÂœViĂƒĂƒ V>Ă•Â?ˆyÂœĂœiĂ€ Ă•Â˜ĂŒÂˆÂ? }Ă€>ÂˆÂ˜Ăž ­ĂƒÂˆÂ“ˆÂ?>Ă€ to couscous). 2. Roughly chop butternut. 3. œ“Lˆ˜i V>Ă•Â?ˆyÂœĂœiĂ€] LĂ•ĂŒĂŒiĂ€Â˜Ă•ĂŒ] VĂ•Â“ÂˆÂ˜ and salt and pepper. 4. Place in bowl with microgreens. 5. Serve with olive oil.

Also delicious with buttery avo dressing or balsamic vinegar.

BEETROOT & CHOCOLATE BALSAMIC Serves 2

INGREDIENTS 2 medium beetroot bulbs 2 handfuls of black mustard microgreens 1 tbsp of desiccated coconut 2 tbsp of balsamic vinegar 1 tsp of raw cacao INSTRUCTIONS 1. Spiralise the beetroot into “angel-hairâ€? noodles. 2. Mix the balsamic and raw cacao. 3. œ“Lˆ˜i >Â?Â? ˆ˜}Ă€i`ˆiÂ˜ĂŒĂƒ] iĂ?ViÂŤĂŒ microgreens. 4. Place beetroot salad into bowl and top with microgreens. 5. Serve with light salad of choice.

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BUTTERY AVO ZUCCHINI Serves 2

INGREDIENTS 2 large zucchinis 1 large avocado 1 handful of red mustard microgreens 1 handful of radish microgreens 1 tbsp of olive oil 1 tsp of nutritional yeast Pinch of black pepper & salt Juice of ½ a lime INSTRUCTIONS 1. Slice zucchini thinly using a mandoline slicer. 2. *Ă€ÂœViĂƒĂƒ >Ă›ÂœV>`Âœ] ÂœÂ?ÂˆĂ›i œˆÂ? >˜` nutritional yeast with lime and salt and pepper. 3. œ“Lˆ˜i >Â?Â? ˆ˜}Ă€i`ˆiÂ˜ĂŒĂƒ] except microgreens. 4. Plate separately. 5. Sprinkle with raw cashew cheese and serve.

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THIS RECIPE IS IDEAL FOR STRONG FLAVOURED MICROGREENS SUCH AS ROCKET, BLACK MUSTARD AND CORIANDER.

All equipment and information available at www.alanikeiser.com

Serves 2

Alani Keiser

need a protein boost?

Creator of Processed to Plantbased recipe books with 15 years of experience with plant-based living www.alanikeiser.com

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GREEN LIVING 5YKVEJKPI VQ C OQTG UWUVCKPCDNG NKHGUV[NG UJQWNF DGPGƂV your body, your health and the environment, so it pays to educate yourself on both natural alternatives to common everyday foods and ingredients, and environmentally-friendly options to common household plastic items.

HEMP SEEDS HAVE 31G OF PROTEIN PER 100G. ADD IT TO A SMOOTHIE OR YOUR BREAKFAST OATS FOR A DELICIOUS PROTEIN BOOST!

Plant Protein Clean eating can become a conundrum when you’re looking for convenience and protein-packed alternatives to the usual animal protein, or protein-based products that contain unwanted added sugar. The average woman needs about 46g of protein daily, but have you ever considered how to incorporate more plant-based protein into your diett? Chia seeds, quinoa and spirulina are all rich in protein, along with wLÀi] iÀ> Ã > ` i> Ì «À Ì } phytonutrients. Stock your pantry e with natural plant proteins that are minimally unprocessed.

e: Ideal options include • Edamame beans – 11g per 100g g • Chickpeas – 19g per 100g • Hemp seeds – 31g per 100g Note! For the sake of convenience, these foods can also be bought at health food stores, dried and spiced, or raw.

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The science A systematic review conducted recently by researchers from Purdue University delivered a number of interesting insights into the effectiveness of protein supplement timing. The research team, led by Joshua Hudson, reviewed over 2,000 relevant studies published before 2017 that prescribed a protein supplement and measured changes in body composition for a period of six weeks or more. They eventually selected 34 randomised controlled trials with 59 intervention groups that met the review criteria and qualitatively assessed them. 0RUH VSHFLÂżFDOO\ the researchers looked at the effects of protein supplements consumed with meals, versus between meals, on resistance training induced body composition changes in adults What they found may have profound implications for those looking to tone up and shed more body fat.

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TRAINING & PREGNANCY The third trimester is undoubtedly the most uncomfortable stage of pregnancy as your now bulging belly presses on all of your vital organs, digestive system and bladder. It’s also during this stage when you must be particularly mindful of engaging your deep core muscles when you stand. This helps to manage the lower back pain that can occur due to the weight of your growing belly, which shifts your centre of gravity forwards.

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GET THE GREEN LIGHT FROM YOUR DOCTOR If you are at risk of preterm labour, some doctors may recommend that you take things easy.

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MODIFY THE PUSHUP POSITION It is recommended that you avoid the pushup position at this stage of pregnancy, or, at the very least, that you modify it to reduce the chances of developing diastasis recti. This condition is a form of abdominal

separation and can occur due to the pressure that the weight of your belly and baby places on your abdominal muscles, which is pronounced in the pushup position due to the effect of gravity. Rather kneel to change the angle of your torso if you need to perform exercises in a face-down (prone) position.

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CONSIDER THE IMPACT OF RELAXIN At this stage during your pregnancy, circulating levels of the hormone relaxin peak as your body

starts to prepare for the birth of your child. As the name suggests, relaxin helps to relax the joints and ligaments in your pelvic region to facilitate the birthing process. However, when any hormone is released into your body, it doesn’t have a localised effect, but instead spreads throughout your entire body. In this case, relaxin impacts on all the joints and ligaments in your body, which is why you need to be careful of putting any of your joints in vulnerable positions.

All of the above exercises are clips taken from Giorgina’s upcoming app, launching within the year. Giorgina’s comprehensive training app for women will help support their training and nutritional needs prior to and throughout their pregnancy, and through the postpartum recovery period to help you get your body back. “Your post-pregnancy body is determined by your pre-pregnancy body.�

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your shoulders, then rotate your hands so that your palms face forward. 2: The movement: Engage your core and drop down into a squat by hinging at the hips and bending your knees. Squat

as deep as is comfortable. Drive back up by extending your hips to return to a standing position. As you approach the top of the movement, press the band up overhead. Return your hands to their starting position and repeat the movement sequence.

Avoiding injury Stay away from pushing unnecessarily heavy weights. While you can, and should, continue to add resistance to your routine during the third trimester, provided you’ve done so up until this point, you mustn’t over-do it. Resistance bands are a great way to add resistance to a workout to reduce the impact

on joints and ligaments, while strengthening connective tissues to prevent injury. Stick to bilateral movements that require both sides of your body to work together simultaneously, such as squats, as these distribute the weight evenly on both sides of the body. Avoid placing stress on the

1: Starting: Stand with both your feet on the Power Band, positioned slightly closer than shoulder-width apart, and the top end of the band over the back of your shoulders. 2: The movement: Hinge at the hips and lower yourself until your torso is nearly parallel VQ VJG ĆƒQQT %QPVTCEV [QWT CDU INWVGU CPF hamstrings as you extend your hips and return to the standing position. FORM TIP: Keep your back, neck and head in alignment throughout the movement, with your shoulder blades pulled back and together.

pelvic region by steering clear of unilateral movements such as a reverse lunges, which require your pelvis to stabilise the body in a split stance position. Remember, when your joints and ligaments soften and become more pliable due to the effects of relaxin, your ability to balance will be compromised.

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Keep your core engaged to resist the pull of the band in the extended position.

2: The movement: Lift both arms up overhead until both your arms are almost fully extended. Lower your arms back down by bending your elbows and repeat for the required reps.

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“HOW I BATTLED CANCER, THREE TIMES, AND MY WEIGHT, TO WIN BIG AT LIFE AND ON STAGE!�

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LOFTIER GOALS After Jillian lost the initial 10kg, she decided it was time to set a stretch target and Ă€i>Â?Â?Ăž ÂŤĂ•ĂƒÂ… Â…iĂ€ LÂœĂ•Â˜`>Ă€ÂˆiĂƒ° Âş not only wanted to lose more weight, but also wanted to Ă€iĂƒÂ…>ÂŤi “Þ LÂœ`Ăž° `iVˆ`i` that stepping on stage as a Bikini competitor was the LiĂƒĂŒ Ăœ>Ăž ĂŒÂœ >V…ˆiĂ›i LÂœĂŒÂ…° It took a total of 18 months before she competed ˆ˜ Â…iĂ€ wĂ€ĂƒĂŒ VÂœÂ“ÂŤiĂŒÂˆĂŒÂˆÂœÂ˜] LĂ•ĂŒ during that time Jillian lost >˜ >ĂƒĂŒÂœÂ˜ÂˆĂƒÂ…ÂˆÂ˜} ĂŽäÂŽ}° “Although I didn’t place well initially, Ăœ>Ăƒ `iwÂ˜ÂˆĂŒiÂ?Ăž proud of

S STATS Age: 39 Lives: Oxford, Michigan, USA Weight before: 81.6kg Weight after: 54.4kg Competition weight: 50kg Marital status: Married with a daughter Transformation period: 18 months T Jillianmurphy.ufepro F Jillian Murphy

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FAST FACTS FAVE FOODS: Omelettes! You can be so creative with eggs, veggies, proteins and even cheese! I can’t live without my daily rice cakes and peanut LĂ•ĂŒĂŒiĂ€] iÂˆĂŒÂ…iĂ€° FAVE TRAINING: I love to train glutes >˜` L>VÂŽ° MUST-USE SUPPLEMENTS: I use a wide range of BPI /Ă€>ˆ˜ˆ˜} ĂƒĂ•ÂŤÂŤÂ?i“iÂ˜ĂŒĂƒ°

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A DAY IN THE LIFE OF JILLIAN MURPHY:

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“My daily routine entails waking up early for 30-40 minutes of cardio Ì }iÌ Þ `>Þ ÃÌ>ÀÌi`° I eat breakfast and then hit the road – I’m a fulltime sales manager, so I’m on the road most of the day and travel a lot (yes, maintaining your health and body can be done when constantly Ì i } ®° My evening workouts are for lifting, followed by another cardio session – either steady ÃÌ>Ìi À Ã i /° ƂvÌiÀ that I spend some time relaxing with my family Ì i ` vv Ì i `>Þ° Þ routine is pretty consistent Ì À Õ} ÕÌ Ì i Þi>À° My diet is also very similar during both the on- and off-season – it’s generally a high-protein, moderatecarb and moderate-fat ` iÌ « > ° ` Ì `À alcohol and I am a >ÌÕÀ> >Ì iÌi°»

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RESULTS

PCA BATTLE OF THE TITANS VI WHEN: 22, 23 JUNE 2018 / WHERE: HS DURBANVILLE, CAPE TOWN / PHOTOGRAPHY BY STEHAN SCHOEMAN

LADIES TONED BIKINI U/1.63M 1. Didi Yuan – PCA Pro Card Awarded 2. Claire Schricker Bowles 3. Deidre Very LADIES TONED BIKINI O/1.63M 1. Ermarie Minders 2. Nicolene Vermeulen 3. Mikaela Robertson LADIES TONED 35 PLUS 1. Nicolene Vermeulen 2. Natasja Jansen van Vuuren LADIES ATHLETIC FIGURE 1. Colette Benjamin 2. Vanessa Coetzee LADIES TRAINED FIGURE 1. Leigh Purcell 2. Mary-Jane Botha

LADIES TONED BIKINI O/1.63M Ermarie Minders

LADIES TONED BIKINI U/1.63M Didi Yuan

LADIES TRAINED BIKINI UP TO 1.63M 1. Jenine van der Merwe – PCA Pro Card Awarded 2. Venessa Oberholzer 3. Anzell Gibhard LADIES TRAINED BIKINI O/1.63M 1. Bianca Koekemoer – PCA Pro Card Awarded 2. Mariaan Barnard 3. Lindsey Joachim

LADIES TRAINED BIKINI UP TO 1.63M Jenine van der Merwe

LADIES TRAINED BIKINI 35 PLUS 1. Jenine van der Merwe 2. Venessa Oberholzer 3. Annelie de Jager COUPLES 1. Riaan & Bernadette 2. Johan & Deseray LADIES TONED 35 PLUS Nicolene Vermeulen

BIKINI PRO Kerry Sexton

BIKINI PRO 1. Kerry Sexton 2. Bianca Koekemoer 3. Roxanne McLaughlan

LADIES TRAINED BIKINI O/1.63M Bianca Koekemoer

LADIES ATHLETIC FIGURE Colette Benjamin

PCA H&H BODYBUILDING & FITNESS CLASSIC RESULTS

WHEN: 7 JULY 2018 / WHERE: KALEIDEO AUDITORIUM, KEMPTON PARK / PHOTOGRAPHY BY: WWW.SKJPHOTOGRAPHY.CO.ZA

LADIES TONED BIKINI U/1.63M 1. Talisna Strydom 2. Elme Heymans 3. Ralie Kapp LADIES TONED BIKINI O/1.63M 1. Amy Zinserling 2. Carlien Bezuidenhout 3. Tanya Janse van Vuuren JUNIOR TRAINED BIKINI U/23 1. Danel Delport 2. Emma Hoogenhout LADIES TRAINED BIKINI U/1.63M 1. Louisa Britz 2. Danel Delport 3. Marjorina Bruyns LADIES TRAINED BIKINI O/1.63M 1. Ashley Roodt 2. Lizanna Botha 3. Karen Marais LADIES TRAINED BIKINI MASTERS 1. Christal Schoeman 2. Anja Retief 3. Sharon Marais LADIES TRAINED FIGURE 1. Marelize Stander 2. Diane du Preez

LADIES TONED BIKINI O/1.63M Amy Zinserling

OVERALL TRAINED BIKINI Louisa Britz

JUNIOR TRAINED BIKINI U/23 Danel Delport

LADIES TRAINED FIGURE Marelize Stander

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2018 USN WORLD BEAUTY FITNESS & FASHION (WBFF) SA SPECTACULAR WHEN: SATURDAY, 16 JUNE 2018 / WHERE: CARNIVAL CITY, JOHANNESBURG / PHOTOGRAPHY BY: WWW.SKJPHOTOGRAPHY.CO.ZA

DIVA FITNESS (L - R) Candice De Jager, Gabriella Barras, Natalie Maratos McWilliams

<< DIVA FITNESS Gabriella Barras

DIVA FIGURE Suzan Du Plessis

PRO CARDS AWARDED (L - R) Natalie Maratos McWilliams, Roxy Amas, Irina Nesterova, Zene Basson & Gabriella Barras

DIVA FIGURE Chandre Jeppe

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DIVA BIKINI TALL Zene Basson

DIVA BIKINI SHORT Roxy Amas

DIVA BIKINI SHORT Veronique Pottas

COMMERCIAL MODEL Sashca Van Wyk

COMMERCIAL MODEL (L - R) Veronique Pottas, Sashca Van Wyk, Tyler Bowker

DIVA BIKINI TALL Irina Nesterova

RESULTS DIVA BIKINI SHORT 1. Roxy Amas – Pro Card 2. Veronique Pottas 3. Gabriella Barras DIVA BIKINI TALL 1. Irina Nesterova – Pro Card 2. Zene Basson – Pro Card 3. Sashca Van Wyk DIVA FITNESS 1. Gabriella Barras – Pro Card 2. Natalie Maratos McWilliams – Pro Card 3. Candice De Jager COMMERCIAL MODEL 1. Sashca Van Wyk 2. Veronique Pottas 3. Tyler Bowker DIVA FIGURE 1. Suzan Du Plessis 2. Chandre Jeppe Sponsored by Ultimate Sports Nutrition (USN). Visit wbff.co.za for more info.

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IFBB BOKSBURG CLASSIC WHEN: 21 JULY 2018 / WHERE: KEMPTON PARK, JOHANNESBURG / PHOTOGRAPHY BY: WWW.SKJPHOTOGRAPHY.CO.ZA

LADIES FITNESS BIKINI Kaylin de Villiers LADIES BEACH BIKINI UP TO 1.63M Talisha Strydom

LADIES WELLNESS FITNESS Cecilia Redjola

LADIES BODY FITNESS Leanne Keelips

RESULTS LADIES FITNESS BIKINI O/35 1. Rene Botha 2. Erika Viljoen 3. Sidonija Madjarevic LADIES BODY FITNESS 1. Leanne Keelips 2. Ana Fernandes 3. Nikki Nair LADIES WELLNESS FITNESS 1. Cecilia Redjola 2. Phumzile Khumalo 3. Azizah Gumalo LADIES BEACH BIKINI UP TO 1.63M 1. Talisha Strydom 2. Cheryldene Jonck 3. Shantelle Jeffrey LADIES BEACH BIKINI O/1.63M 1. Logan Leigh Rix 2. Rozelle Stipp 3. Cheriska van Rooyen LADIES FITNESS BIKINI UP TO 1.66M 1. Kaylin de Villiers 2. Micaela Markides 3. Ashleigh Wilhelm

LADIES BEACH BIKINI Logan Leigh Rix

LADIES FITNESS BIKINI O/35 Rene Botha

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LADIES FITNESS BIKINI O/1.66M Angelique Graaf

LADIES FITNESS BIKINI O/1.66M 1. Angelique Graaf 2. Felicia Badenhorst 3. Adri Vorster

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