As we enter the new year, the world remains in a state of uncertainty. With Covid variants creating concern on every continent, it’s no wonder that people are constantly seeking new and different ways to optimize their health and wellbeing. In this article, we’ll explore 5 of the most exciting wellbeing trends of 2022.

Fun and working out don’t usually go together. When it comes to working your arms, though, taking a quarter of an hour to achieve a massive pump in your bis and tris can definitely put a smile on your face. Here’s a 15 minute arm workout to achieve that very result.

METHOD

1. PREHEAT OVEN TO 180’C. 

2. OVER MED HEAT, SAUTÉ THE ONION AND 5 GARLIC CLOVES IN 2TBS OLIVE OIL TILL GOLDEN AND SOFT, NOT BURNT. SEASON AND ALLOW TO COOL. 

3. IN A LARGE BOWL, COVER THE SILVER BEET LEAVES IN 1-2 KETTLE FULLS OF BOILING WATER. 

4. AFTER 3MINS, STRAIN AWAY ALL THE WATER AND TWIST SQUEEZE THE LEAVES IN A TEA TOWEL OR NAPKIN TO REMOVE AS MUCH EXCESS WATER AS POSSIBLE. 

5. ROLL THE LEAVES TOGETHER AND FINELY SLICE. 

6. MEDIUM/ROUGH CHOP THE 4 CUPS OF HERBS.

7. THOROUGHLY COMBINE THE SILVERBEET, SAUTÉED ONION AND GARLIC, RICOTTA, GOATS CURD, PARMESAN, LEMON ZEST AND JUICE IN THE LARGE BLANCHING BOWL, THIS IS BEST DONE WITH YOUR HANDS. SEASON WELL. 

8. COMBINE THE PASSATA, GARLIC AND REMAINING OLIVE OIL. 

9. IN A LARGE BAKING DISH, LAYER AS FOLLOWS:

Running a marathon is a major life challenge. It requires a huge investment in time, energy and commitment. So, if you’re going to do it, you need to have a pretty compelling reason to do so. In this article, I’ll provide you with 6 of them to help you nourish your marathon mojo.

ALLOW STEAK TO COME TO ROOM TEMP, DRIZZLE WITH OIL AND SALT GENEROUSLY.

COOK OVER MED-HIGH HEAT IN A FRYING PAN FOR 4MINS A SIDE (FOR MEDIUM RARE) AND SET ASIDE TO REST FOR 4 MINS IN A WARM PLACE.

IN THE SAME PAN OVER MEDIUM HEAT, BROWN THE MUSHROOMS IN OIL UNTIL GOLDEN. 

DEGLAZE THE PAN WITH RED WINE AND SIMMER TO REDUCE. ADD THE BUTTER AND FLOUR AND STIR WELL TO FORM A SMOOTH PASTE. 

ADD THE PEPPER AND BEEF STOCK AND CONTINUE TO STIR UNTIL SMOOTH. ADD WATER IF NEEDED TO THIN THE SAUCE. 

Heading into the club but short on time? No problem - here’s a full body workout that’ll take just 30 minutes. But be prepared; there’ll be no time to scroll through your phone or chat between sets. It’s all about speed and intensity.

TOSS AND SET ASIDE MUSHY MIX FOR AT LEAST 20 MINS. THEY SHOULD BE SOFTENED.
LAYER LIKE THIS:
OPEN ROLL, REMOVE DOUGHY BREAD.
SMEAR OF PASSATA
ARTICHOKES
HAM IN FOLDS
MUSHIES
A COUPLE SLICES PROVOLONE CHEESE
ROCKET
MAYO
CHILLI

Your ability to reach your fitness goals is totally dependent on your mindset. Unless you’ve got it right, you’ll always fall short of your potential. Here are 3 hacks to help you develop that killer mindset to conquer your goals every time.

1. TOSS THE FISH IN THE PANKO CRUMBS AND FRY TILL GOLDEN IN BATCHES.

2. COOKING IS ESSENTIALLY DONE. EXCEPT FOR CHARRING THE CORN ON THE BBQ. YOU CAN CHEAT HERE AND BOIL OR CRACK A CAN BUT THE BURNT BITS DO REALLY TASTE GREAT. JUST PEEL THEM BACK, OIL UP AND PUT OVER FLAME. FORGET, RUN OUT, ROTATE. SIMPLE. (A GOOD TIME TO THROW THE SOFT TACOS ON THE SIDE OF THE GRILL IN FOIL TOO!)

3. MIX THE CUT KERNELS WITH THE BEANS. LIME JUICE, PECORINO AND OIL. S&P TO TASTE.

4. BLITZ THE GUAC SAUCE INGREDIENTS IN SOMETHING FAST AND FURIOUS. IT'S A TRULY DELICIOUS CONDIMENT.

5. ALL THAT'S LEFT NOW IS ASSEMBLY… I STILL CAN'T BARE THEM TO STUFF UP THE FIRST ONE, SO I USUALLY MAKE IT… THEN THEY’RE ON THEIR OWN! IT’S ALL YOU CAN DO TO SHOW THEM A GOOD LIFE. MY ELDEST SON HATES, SPICY STUFF, AVO AND SOUR CREAM. HE ATE THE ONE I MADE WITH EVERYTHING AND LOVED IT. #PARENTHOOD

NB. YOU COULD POTENTIALLY PREP ALL OF THIS THE NIGHT BEFORE AND JUST BLITZ THE GUAC, DRESS THE SALSA AND FRY THE FISH BEFORE EATING.

Yoga is not just a way to exercise your body; it’s also one of the best things you can do to unwind both and relax. That makes it an ideal activity to engage in just prior to going to bed. In this article, I’ll lay out five great yoga poses you can do right in your bedroom before hitting the sack.

1. COMBINE THE TOMATO PASTE, HARISSA, VINEGAR, OIL, GARLIC CLOVES AND ROSEMARY IN A SMALL FOOD PROCESSOR AND BLEND UNTIL SMOOTH.

2. POUR MARINADE OVER LAMB AND MASSAGE WELL.

3. MARINATE LAMB FOR 1 HR OR OVERNIGHT.

4. PREHEAT OVEN TO 200ºC AND BAKE LAMB FOR 25MINUTES FOR MEDIUM-RARE (INTERNAL TEMP 60ºC).

5. REST FOR 10 MINUTES.

6. SLICE THINLY AND SERVE FAMILY STYLE.

If you are after muscular, defined and toned legs, then you have simply got to make peace with leg burn. That intense muscular pain in the quads is an indication that the exercise is doing what it should; maximally firing every muscle fiber that makes up your thighs, quads, glutes and calves. Here are the 7 best exercises to bring on the burn.

SALAD ASSEMBLY CAN HAPPEN AT THE LAST MINUTE, BUT THE PREP CAN HAPPEN THE DAY BEFORE IF ALL STORED CORRECTLY. PRAWNS IN A SEALED TUPPERWARE CONTAINER, NO ICE. GREEN MANGO, WOMBOK CABBAGE, CUCUMBER AND HERBS STORED IN SEPARATE CONTAINERS WITH DAMP PAPER TOWEL AND A TIGHT FITTING LID ON TOP.

USING A SMALL FOOD PROCESSOR/BLENDER, COMBINE ALL DRESSING INGREDIENTS AND PUREE TIL CHUNKY BUT CONSISTENT. YOU CAN OMIT THE CHILLI FOR A FAMILY FRIENDLY VERSION, AND REPLACE THE FISH SAUCE WITH 1TBSP OF LIGHT SOY FOR A VEGETARIAN OPTION.

The COVID lockdowns upended our lives during these past two years. We were forced to adjust, making dramatic changes to our daily routine. A lot of it was annoying and restrictive. But not all. It allowed many of us to slow down and finally adopt the healthy lifestyle habits that we simply didn’t have time for previously. Here are five lockdown habits that you should keep when life gets back to normal.

THIS IS A FAVOURITE SUMMER TIME SPAGHETTI DISH. IT USES ALREADY COOKED SEAFOOD THAT IS GENTLY WARMED IN A SPICY TANGY HERBY WHITE WINE & TOMATO SAUCE. YOU CAN CHOOSE YOUR FAVOURITE CRUSTACEAN OR EVEN SWITCH IT OUT FOR CLAMS, LETTING IT SIMMER TILL THEY POP. IT’S QUITE A SIMPLE DISH BUT VERY IMPRESSIVE. THE CRUSTY BREAD HELPS WITH THE POST PASTA SAUCE MOP UP. 

After another crazy year, the silly season is on our doorstep once again. That means that your health and fitness routine is about to be challenged. But it doesn’t mean that it has to be upended. Here are four tips to help you to, not just survive, but thrive through the silly season.

Most people tell me they find tofu quite boring and bland, and in truth, it is. It’s very far from a flavour explosion on it’s own. Tofu is very much a carrier for flavours. Use it alongside a gravy or salad dressing or within a curry, and it really shines.

Pan frying firm tofu is a must for me. It gives it that added crunchy texture, but it’s something you don’t have to do if you’d prefer not too. For this tofu chickpea curry, you do need to use firm or hard tofu. Soft or silken varieties simply will not work. If you’re the type of person that is skeptical of this soy-based protein source, I would recommend firm tofu as your place to start. Particularly with this recipe as the saucy curry gravy gives something for the tofu to absorb.

Snack foods will either make or break your healthy eating ambitions. Snacking is a natural part of life, but unhealthy snacking doesn’t have to be. By giving your snack times a little forethought and preparation, you can actually make them an opportunity to add nutrient dense calories to your system that improve your health. Here are 6 healthy snack recipes that will add a sumptuous healthy delight to your day and that you can prepare in just a few minutes. 

Fish burgers are so simple and easy to make, but incredibly moreish. I love burgers and these are more on the lighter side, served with fresh lettuce in a brioche bun.

Here’s a 45 minute bodyweight only workout that will work both your aerobic and your anaerobic system. It’s called 9BX and is a modification of a military training workout. You perform each of 9 exercises for 5 sets using 30/30 intervals. That means that you work for 30 seconds and then rest for 30 seconds to a total of 5 minutes per exercise. Move from one exercise to the next without any rest. Perform as many reps as you can during each interval and record the number of reps so you can work to beat your scores when you repeat this workout.