Every November, my upper lip becomes a talking point. My kids find it hilarious, my wife refuses to kiss me for about three weeks, and colleagues start making jokes about 80s TV detectives. But there’s a reason for it. Like millions of others across the world, I take part in Movember — that time of …
If you’re an adult thinking about taking up cycling, I know exactly how you feel. You like the idea of getting fitter, spending more time outdoors, or maybe even swapping the car for the odd commute — but then you start looking at bikes. Suddenly you’re hit with talk of hybrids, gravel frames, derailleurs, and …
I’ve always had a bit of a love-hate relationship with cycling. I loved it as a kid – the freedom, the races with mates, the inevitable scrapes and grazes that made you feel like you’d actually done something with your day. Then adulthood happened, and the bike gathered dust somewhere between the shed and my …
Modern life can be hectic, especially for dads juggling work, family, and household responsibilities. With so much on your plate, it’s easy to put your own health at the bottom of the list. However, when it comes to spotting early signs of skin cancer, even a quick five-minute mole check can make a world of …
It starts slowly. A missed gym session here, a second helping of fish fingers there. Then one day, you try to tie your shoelaces without sitting down, and you realise something’s changed. That was me earlier this year—halfway through chasing one of the kids up the stairs, I had to stop to catch my breath. …
As I approached the big 4-0, I noticed subtle changes in my body’s response to exercise. Recovery took longer, niggles became more frequent, and workouts that once energised me now sometimes left me feeling depleted. If you’re experiencing similar changes, you’re not alone. The milestone of turning 40 brings physiological shifts that necessitate thoughtful adjustments …
Six months ago my kids announced—between spoonfuls of mac-and-cheese—that their dream was to see elephants “bigger than the school bus.” My wife raised an eyebrow, I googled flights to Johannesburg, and suddenly our summer vacation target locked on Kruger National Park. One look at the itinerary (sunrise game drives, bush walks, and tree-house lodges up …
Finding a balance between work and life can feel like a constant trade-off (especially as a parent). Long hours, little flexibility, and a lack of energy at the end of the day make it harder to prioritise your health or spend quality time doing the things you care about. A growing number of people are …
Getting dental implants is a big step, especially when you’re looking for something that feels and works like your natural teeth. But having them placed is just one part of the journey. The way you live, what you eat, whether you smoke, and how well you brush can all affect how long they stay strong …
Every parent wants to know that they are keeping their little ones fit and healthy, and as many adults will attest, problems with teeth start when you’re young. If you want to make sure that your kids have the very best, take a moment to familiarise yourself with our quick guide, and you will have …