There’s no denying the power of music, especially when it comes to working out. Athletes commonly use music during their preparation because of the positive effect it has on performance. A playlist can be the difference between an average and an amazing sweat session, and research shows that exercising to music can do everything…
Invest in Your Breast
When it comes to health, MNB girls know that it’s the ultimate investment you can make, because without it, we have nothing. We’ve told you countless times about the benefits of a balanced breakfast (mini kale frittatas anyone?) and waxed lyrical about making gratitude your only attitude, so now it’s time to talk about two little things…
How to overcome an embarrassing gym fail
For the most part, it’s pretty fair to say that any activity that requires physical exertion leaves a sizeable margin for error/humiliation – especially when said exertion goes down in a gym. Yes friends, I’m talking about embarrassing gym fails… and we’ve ALL been there. Whether you slipped in a sweat puddle and fell face…
The Single Girl’s guide to Valentine’s Day
With February 14 just around the corner, all talk has turned to plans for the big day. But contrary to popular belief, Valentine’s Day is not a holiday that’s exclusively reserved for couples… Valentine’s Day is a celebration of love, and whether you get those stretchy heart feelz for a partner, a pet – or…
The Netflix Series we encourage you to Binge Watch
If your plans for the weekend are pretty much Netflix & Chill (in the literal sense), then you’ve come to the right place… because not only are we with 100% with you, but we’ve also got a way that you don’t even have to feel guilty about a binge. That’s right friends, get comfortable, sort your…
5 Habits Fit Women Live by
The word ‘habit’ is often laced with negative connotations – swearing, biting your fingernails, chewing with your mouth full – but did you know that habits can be healthy too? From meal prepping to outfit planning, adopting a host of healthy habits is one of the easiest ways to embrace Active Living. So if you’re…
Natural Hangover Cures That Work
Christmas may be over, but with New Years Eve just around the corner, it’s safe to say the silly season is still in full swing. This time of year only happens once, right? So it’s totally fine to kick up your heels and make merry (Active Living is all about balance after all). But if…
How to be confident at a party
If there was ever a time to bask in the glory of a swinging social life, December is it. From work parties to family gatherings and Christmas dinners with your #girlsquad – Christmas is the time when at long last we all break out of our work cocoons and transform into snazzy social butterflies. Whether it’s…
The do’s and don’ts of a work christmas party
When the end of the year rolls around, so too does one of the things we spend the better part of the year anticipating… the office christmas party. What better way to celebrate the end of another successful year than by spending some qual time with your #totesamaze team? But before you go gung ho on the open…
Our Top 10 Christmas Movies
Forget Netflix, because ‘tis the season to watch ALL of the Christmas movies. Whether you want to kick back and relax with your kids, your girlfriends, your parents or your partner – what better way to get into the Christmas spirit than with a festive movie (and a delicious festive snack to go with it).…
Why we all need to spread kindness
If there’s one thing this wonderful world of ours needs an abundance of, it’s kindness. It’s the one currency we all have an infinite amount of, yet ironically it’s also the most underused exchange we offer one another. But why? The other day a stranger on the street complimented my outfit when I was walking…
How to turn shopping into cardio
DOWNLOAD AND REGRAM HERE There are many life lessons we’ve learnt from Carrie Bradshaw (a.k.a Sex and the City): the importance of good girlfriends, heels and sweatpants are an acceptable style statement, and perhaps the most important… shopping totally counts as cardio. While contrary to your husband or partner’s belief, shopping – when done smartly – can…