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Mental fitness is increasingly viewed as a core leadership capability, not a soft skill.gettyDr. Gareth Craze has spent his career at the intersection of behavioral science and leadership development. A psychosocial fitness coach, business school professor, and co-founder of Hard Mind Lab, a consultancy specializing in risk management and employee wellness in Australian heavy industry, Craze has coached leaders across industries on everything from workplace performance to executive resilience.His academic work as a Senior Lecturer in Organizational Behaviour at UEH – International School of Business, combined with his decades of coaching experience, has given him a unique vantage point on…

Functional Strength Final plus Somatic Interoception October 18, 2025 Ali Kamenova 2 VIP Membership This content is for Gift Yoga Membership , Studio AK Monthly Membership, and Studio AK Yearly Membership members only.Register Favorite Related Posts: VIP Membership NAMASTE BEAUTIFUL YOGIS, I have a week of vinyasa classes scheduled – a minx of stretching, strength work, core work,… VIP Membership NBY! Elisa here! I’ve been MIA pretty much due to some serious third world island issues with internet service. I’m… VIP Membership USE THIS AS A WARM UP BEFORE OTHER CLASSES OR AS AN ADDITION TO SOME OF MY YOGA…

Emer MoreauandJemma Crew,Business reportersGetty ImagesThe increasing popularity of weight loss jabs presents an “opportunity” for the fast-food chain Leon, its boss believes.John Vincent told the BBC the dishes the brand is serving are the “sort of food people on weight loss jabs want to eat”.Vincent, an original co-founder of the chain, bought the company back from Asda last year. Last month the firm appointed administrators and announced a major restructuring of its 71 restaurants, which employ 1,000 people.Speaking to the BBC’s Big Boss Interview podcast, he also set out his plans to revive the chain, which includes opening more restaurants…

By Leo Shveyd, Co-Owner of Advanced Wellness In this 3-part series, we have reviewed: Part 1: The Essentials of Good Conditioning In Part 2, we discuss how to tie fitness goals to your conditioning strategy… Most fitness goals fall into two main categories (1) improved musculoskeletal system (muscle strength, size, function, mobility, injury reduction) and (2) weight-loss/fat-loss. Aerobic vs Anaerobic Conditioning Both anaerobic and aerobic systems can be harnessed to address both of these goals, but incorporating a specific fitness focus will be more efficient in producing desired results.  The aerobic system uses fat as a primary fuel source during…

Have you been paying attention? Did you spot the easter egg 🥚 in my last IG post? Mark your calendars. 1.17 SHOP BLOGILATES VDAY AT TARGET   I might’ve gone a litttttllleeee too hard for the Blogilates Valentines Day Drop at Target. But when you see the new colors and prints, you’ll be like mmmKAY I understand. Actually, based on what happened to the weighted vest in one of these new prints that already sold out… I think this drop is going to go really fast. There are dresses in that print, Marshmallow Hoodies, matching shorts, and more. Ok wait…

When most people hit leg day, quads and glutes often steal the show. But what about your hamstrings? These powerful muscles on the back of your thighs are the unsung heroes of strength, speed, and injury prevention. Without strong hamstrings, your squats, deadlifts, sprints, and even daily movements can suffer. So today, let’s dive deep into hamstring workouts — from bodyweight classics to dumbbell moves, machine-based training, and even home-friendly variations. Whether you’re chasing muscle mass, better athletic performance, or simply balanced legs, this guide has everything you need. What Are Your Hamstrings and Why Should You Care? Your hamstrings…

Understanding what a psychologist actually is and does can be difficult. This is because there are lots of common misconceptions and misunderstandings. For example, it’s common for people to confuse my role with that of a psychiatrist. They sound similar and some psychologists even use the title of ‘Dr’ if they have completed a PhD. Other misconceptions I’ve encountered include people saying things like, ‘But, you can read minds right?’ or ‘You can solve all my problems right?’ or even, ‘You only work with mentally unwell people right?’ Some of the people who come to see me experience understandable confusion…

Flying pilates is a blend of traditional pilates and aerial yoga. Performing traditional pilates exercises with the aerial hammock, swing or silks as a piece of apparatus. This article will explore the benefits of this workout, an overview of the equipment and where you can get started.Flying Pilates is a unique experiential fitness workout that utilizes the game of flying trapeze exercises to increase balance, stretch the body, and build strength. Because of the way the trapeze suspends you, it allows your spine to stretch and elongate in ways that typical exercise routines cannot.Pilates has been around for a long…

If you like many struggle with a mindfulness and meditation practice this is the book for you.In the Book Dermot uses a quote “If you dont have time to meditate for 20 minutes a day,then you should meditate for 40 minutes a day”-Zen Proverb The early chapters discuss how you can make a good start to mindful living but fall backwards if you don’t have an intentional practice.In chapter four he says “Mr Miyagi taught me more about focused thought than 13 years of school ever did”.He says “we can all have a fear of missing out,fear of letting people…

Alex & SonjaHi there! We’re Alex & Sonja Overhiser, authors of two cookbooks, busy parents, and a real life couple who cooks together. We founded the A Couple Cooks website in 2010 to share simple, seasonal recipes and the joy of cooking. We now offer thousands of original recipes, cooking tips, and meal planning ideas—all written and photographed by the two of us (and tested on our kids!).