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If the dream is big enough, anything’s possible

  • Posted by: Simone du Toit (Blackmores)
  • 21 February 2012
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For most, running two marathons a day is unfathomable, doing this for a week is unattainable and to continue running for just short of a year is impossible. Not however, if you’re Pat Farmer.

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Lift weight to lose weight

  • Posted by: Andrew Cate (Weight, Men's Health, Fitness)
  • 14 February 2012
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If you think thing strength training is only for guys who want to increase in size - think again. Strength training helps to boost your metabolic rate, and also protects muscle tissue that might otherwise be depleted on a lower kilojoule diet during attempts at weight loss.

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Foolproof tips for a happy, healthy Valentine’s Day

  • Posted by: Simone du Toit (Blackmores)
  • 10 February 2012
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Valentine’s Day is here again, a golden opportunity to take some time out of our hectic lives to let someone close to us know just how special they are. It’s easy to take those close to us for granted, but takes just a little effort to let those who occupy the biggest part of our hearts know how special they are. Whether you are spending the day with your partner, hanging with friends, or paying a little attention to the relationship you have with yourself, here are some healthy tips to make the day extra special.

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Spectator warning for sports fans

  • Posted by: Andrew Cate (Weight, Men's Health, Fitness)
  • 24 January 2012
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If you love the cricket, there’s plenty of action to choose from over the summer months. And with the Aussies performing above expectations against India, it might be hard to tear yourself away from the big screen. But cricket loving couch potatoes be warned - being sedentary is a dangerous habit.

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The top five technique tips for walkers

  • Posted by: Andrew Cate (Weight, Men's Health, Fitness)
  • 10 January 2012
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Have you ever been taught to walk properly? My guess is no. But making sure you tick all the boxes when it comes to proper walking technique can help prevent injury, and maximize the health benefits. Here are 5 tips to make sure you start off on the right foot.

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Sun, surf and six hundred swimmers

  • Posted by: Simone du Toit (Blackmores)
  • 21 December 2011
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Confronted with whispers of blue bottles and surf that looked a little ferocious for my liking, I was beginning to rethink my decision to make the Blackmores Bilgola Ocean Swim my first of the season.

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Powerful mussels making waves

  • Posted by: Michelle Guillemard (Blackmores)
  • 18 November 2011
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If you haven’t heard about green lipped mussels, they’re native to New Zealand and are different from other mussel species as they have a green lip around the edge of their dark brown shells. They’re also one of the largest mussel species.

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Asher Keddie in the media

  • Posted by: Simone du Toit (Blackmores)
  • 11 November 2011
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Logie winner Asher Keddie was featured on Kerrie-Anne and The Circle discussing her impressive career and the Blackmores Personal Health System.

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Change your walking routine to change your body shape

  • Posted by: Andrew Cate (Weight, Men's Health, Fitness)
  • 8 November 2011
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There are several different variations and styles of walking, all of which can be incorporated into your exercise routine to maximise your motivation and results. The following suggestions can help to make walking more effective and challenging.

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Pole to Pole

  • Posted by: Michelle Guillemard (Blackmores)
  • 30 August 2011
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Blackmores speaks to ultramarathon runner Pat Farmer on his epic journey from the North Pole to the South Pole.

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