Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) affects millions of women worldwide and presents unique challenges in managing overall health and fitness. The condition is characterized by hormonal imbalances that often lead to difficulties with weight management, insulin resistance, and low-grade chronic inflammation. Understanding the relation between these factors and incorporating personalized fitness strategies can play an effective role in managing symptoms and improving long-term health outcomes.…
Ageing is an inevitable process that every one of us will experience. While we often relate age with wisdom and experience, it also brings a range of changes in the body, both visible and hidden. From losing the ability to chew our favorite foods comfortably to experiencing digestive issues, bone fragility, and muscle loss, the effects of ageing can influence daily life in many ways.…
Functional training has gained popularity as a method that enhances everyday activities through exercises mimicking real-life movements. Unlike traditional strength training, which often isolates muscles, functional training focuses on multi-joint movements that improve strength, balance, and coordination. However, it’s important to understand that functional and non-functional training is not a black-and-white issue; both have their merits, and the fitness industry sometimes oversells the benefits of functional training.…
Sometimes life throws so much at us that it feels impossible to keep going. The whispers, the doubts, the weight of expectations… they can all pile up, questioning if we even have the strength to fight back. But then, there are women like Kavitha Arumugam, who quietly refuse to be defined by anyone else’s story but their own.…
Finding time to work out is a challenge for many of us. Whether you’re juggling work, studies, family responsibilities, or a packed daily schedule, setting aside a full hour (or more) at the gym can sometimes feel nearly impossible. Yet, the desire to build muscle and stay fit remains strong.…
You know those little moments, the kind you don’t see coming… but once they happen, you just can’t forget them?
That’s what happened to Illa.
She thought she was doing everything right. She was running, walking, following YouTube workouts… staying active, you know?…
Have you ever said “yes” to something when every part of you wanted to say “no”? Agreed to a plan, a favor, or a commitment just to avoid disappointing someone, even though it left you overwhelmed, resentful, or exhausted?
If so, you might be trapped in the exhausting cycle of people-pleasing.…
We all have a moment like this. You try on your favorite jeans. But this time, they won’t even button up. You tug, pull, breathe in… but it’s no use. You stand there staring into the mirror, uncomfortable in your body, unsure of what you’ve become.…
If you’ve ever watched the CrossFit Games, there’s a good chance you’ve noticed something pretty remarkable: the women aren’t just keeping up, they’re excelling. In fact, as of 2024, the number of female athletes competing at the highest level of the sport continues to rise, and many are dominating in events that test both strength and endurance.…
