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A guide to strength training for beginners

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Before you start strength training, you need to realise what it can do for you. Firstly it’s not for men only, women can get so much benefit from strength training. Who doesn’t want to lose weight, build muscle and look more toned! The results you get depends on how much you lift and how you do it.

The best place to…

Wouldn’t it be great if we could flick a switch and instantly feel happy? Well here’s the next best thing, what if we could eat our way to happiness… Here are 10 mood-boosting foods that will keep you going all day. Eggs //embedr.flickr.com/assets/client-code.jsScrambled, boiled or poached for breakfast?  “Eggs are a great source of protein, which when broken down in the body will make amino…

Proclaimers’ 500 Miles Named The UK’s Number One Earworm

It might take walking 500 miles to get it out of your head, but The Proclaimers’ hit song is officially the UK’s number one ‘earworm’, according to a study. The phenomenon is described by the Oxford English Dictionary as “a catchy tune, piece of music or (occasionally) phrase which persistently stays in a person’s mind, especially to the point of irritation”. And the Scottish brother’s 1988 smash…

Bubble Blast: Addictive Android match-three game

Match-three games have been popular for about as long as we’ve had smartphones. New games are coming out every day and no doubt you’ve played Candy Crush but there’s so much more out there than the few games you’ve heard of. We got out hands on a new Android game called Bubble Blast and we think it’s rather addictive. Honestly, I’ve been playing this game all day and I’m only stopping to type up…

The fourth triathlon discipline they don’t tell you about

A triathlon consists of swim, bike and run, but almost as important is the so-called fourth discipline: the transition, where the athletes change from swimming to biking and from biking to running. Watch the video below to hear IRONMAN triathlon athletes Anja Beranek, Sebastian Kienle and Timo Bracht share their tips for getting that perfect transition. Do you find…

Bernie: The Non-Action Figure launches

Draw your eyes away from Pokemon GO for just one second to take a look at Bernie. No, not that one, the one pictured above. This non-action figure comes from the same company who brought you the stubby hand man, Donald Trump. The political competition is really hotting up but toy designers TIMEBANDITS couldn’t be happier. The 3 3/4″ Trump sold out and Bernie is set to do the same. The figure was…

Celebrating 90 years of the little black dress

Click to embiggen As we approach the 90th anniversary since Coco Chanel’s  timeless cocktail party staple the Little Black Dress (LBD) first graced the cover of Vogue magazine, money saving experts Voucherbox.co.uk explore a number of other iconic fashion investments throughout that have stood the test of time. The study reveals men and women’s fashion pieces dominate alternate decades. The 1920s…

Get your beauty sleep

Sleep soundly, wake up beautiful. Here are some tips for getting the best night sleep possible. Organise your mind Hectic and busy lifestyles can often make it impossible to switch off, when we’re worrying about all the jobs we need to do the next day. “At least an hour before bed, put together a ‘to do’ list. This can prevent worries or mulling over tasks for the next day whilst trying to…

Rainy day activities for all the family

    Looking for some fun, free activities to do with the kids on a rainy day? Look no further as Hape has to put together this handy graphic! Click to embiggen.

PATUNA’s haute couture show in Paris

We’ve got a very special insight into American-Georgian designer Patuna’s beautiful, detailed garments that were shown earlier this week at Paris Haute Couture Fashion Week. Patuna says: “When I thought of my inspiration for this collection, I thought of the greatness of French art, architecture and creativity, which influenced humankind to her foundation. For nearly three thousand years, one may…

How to juggle life when you’re chasing a dream

While female racing drivers are becoming a more common sight in motorsport these days, they’re still very much the minority. Rebecca Jackson is a British driver competing all over Europe and she’s just completed a very exciting project. Project Le Mans began in 2013 when Rebecca was a track-day enthusiast with a dream. The four-year plan was to reach Le Mans, arguably one of the most prestigious…

The new it-bag is sustainable

The luxurious Scandinavian HVRMNNSN tote bag is now being launched – hand sewn on a family-run Swedish tannery, which has also worked with Louis Vuitton and Hèrmes. The HVRMNNSN tote bag is a sustainable fashion statement: Oversized with clean lines and made from organic vegetable-tanned leather. The HVRMNNSN tote bag makes a statement and follows its owner for a lifetime – suiting their…

Shop ’til you drop in the Amazing Thailand Grand Sale

Thailand is often overlooked as a shopping destination but Bangkok has a vast shopping district and from 15 June to 15 August there’s a grand sale on across Thailand that includes malls, local businesses and more. This is the perfect time to visit a vibrant city such a Bangkok as you’ll be able to pick up all sorts of bargains. The discounts range from 10%-80% off so you’re bound to find…

Why the Dodge Ram is perfect for camping

The Dodge Ram 1500 is a regular sight on American roads but people the world over can enjoy this powerful truck. Of course, it’s more suited to a wide highway in the USA but it’s the sheer size of this pickup that makes it perfect for all sorts of adventures. It’s so much more than a vehicle to get from A to B and with 305 bhp and 269 lb-ft of torque, this thing doesn’t hang about either. Whether…