Stress can come in a variety of different forms. From the emotional stressors of relationships and work, the physical stressors of exercise and sitting all day at your desk, to the chemical stressors from the processed food you eat and the environment in which we live. Stress can cause many different sorts of responses within…

In the past we have typically said that stress may cause an increase in stomach acid and could lead to the erosion of mucosal tissue causing ulcers in the stomach and upper intestines.  This leads to taking things that may decrease stomach acid. However…. Physiologically when the body is under stress or in a Sympathetic…

A couple of weeks ago I had the chance to try a Float pod at Zen Float Spa, located in Girven road in Papamoa. This beautiful and calming space is a place you need to go and experience, Nicole is amazing and so welcoming.. Before heading there, I was quite anxious about spending an hour…

I love coffee, and I don’t mind admitting that.. In fact a lot of people love coffee and drink it on a regular basis! And that’s ok.. I will also admit that I have used coffee to help with fatigue or gain extra energy in training sessions. I think many of us have, and do…