What is it? A stitch, side-stitch, side-cramp, sticker… Whatever you call them, that intense pain under your rib cage that seems to come out of nowhere while you’re exercising is an absolute pain! It’s “official” scientific name is Exercise-related transient abdominal pain (ETAP)🤔. They usually occur during lengthened, repetitive cardiovascular …
W is for Watermelon At over 90% water, the watermelon is a great summer refresher. 🍉 The watermelon originates from South Africa and is related to the cantaloupe 🍈, pumpkin 🎃 and cucumber 🥒 🍉 Fat free, low salt and low in calories – the watermelon is a great snack …
We all know that lovely feeling as we stretch our arms overhead with a big yawn shortly after waking up… Stretching is a great thing for body and mind. Why should I stretch? Stretching increases flexibility and the range of motion of our joints meaning they can move more freely …
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