This week starts the Get Driver Fit campaign by ActiveLife by Daman. I have seen this program in years past, but this is the first time I am participating. Part of Yasalam events in the run up to F1, this training program aims to get participants “Driver Fit.” It will be focusing on getting improving strength, […]
Desert Warrior Challenge
I always like a good challenge. However, most of my challenges these days include trying to get the kids to play nicely with each other, getting them to school on time, cooking something healthy that they will actually eat, getting my weekly food shop done in only two shops instead of four and refraining from having […]
Healthy Wives, Healthy Lives
Recently RHWAD launched a ladies group that meets every other week to discuss health, fitness and weight loss goals. We have set up a private group online so that the ladies can support each other along the way to achieve these goals. Life is much more fun when you are around ladies with common goals. […]
Pregnancy Massage in Abu Dhabi
A massage is a massage, right? Well, no, not when it comes to pregnancy specific massages – it’s actually surprising how different they all are so here’s a run down of just a few of the pregnancy treatments available in the city. Emirates Palace Spa If you’ve ever visited this spa, you’ll already know how […]
Marzia’s Top Tips for Beautiful Skin
I love makeup. There is no denying that. Whilst makeup can help a multitude of problems, one thing that is very important to me is teaching ladies to take care of their skin properly. Our face is important because this is the first thing people see. Our bodies reflect our lifestyle. Here are some really […]
SHAKE the Weight Off
For many people, losing weight is the top of the list when it comes to New Year’s Resolutions. You try to eat healthy or you start an exercise program which goes great for 1 or 2 days but falls by the wayside. Exercise programs are not for everyone. Sometimes the best way to lose weight […]
Hypnobirthing: Birthing without Fear
Hypnobirthing. So what’s it all about? It can be a tricky concept to understand I think, with the name perhaps conjuring images of being made to cluck like a chicken or waft around in a trance like state. I can assure you that nothing is further from the truth – it also doesn’t involve sitting […]
Slimming with Silkor
Recently I headed back to one of my favourite places – Silkor. This time I thought I would give the VelaShape II a try. Now usually I am not a fan of slimming machines, but I am a fan of trying anything that could help me look better. When it comes to slimming, I am […]
I Went Primal
Over the summer I found an old photo of me from 10 years ago or should I more accurately say 10kgs ago….er, ok more like 12 kgs ago. In the past 5 years I have had 3 children…and you know how the rest of the story goes because most of us have the same story. […]
Bait Zait Natural Skin Care
Living in the UAE our skin takes a beating. On a daily basis we go from hot humid temperatures outside to dry, cold air condition inside. Slathering moisturisers, sunscreen, makeup are the norm but one may be missing out on the benefits of natural elements in your daily skin care regimen. Failing to find […]
