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Hero Movement Covid-19 Update & 2021 Plans
As we shut the door on 2020 (and throw away the key), I just wanted to give a quick update with what’s been going on my end recently, and share a few things we have in the works over the next few months. As you might already know, I tested positive for COVID-19 mid-December after a flare-up of joint pain, fatigue, mental health stuff and a slight temperature. It was a bit of a surprise, as I stay away from crowded places (pandemic aside) and only tend to leave the house to go for the occasional walk or run. But […]
We Need Heroes Now More Than Ever
In the midst of the global COVID-19 pandemic, the world needs everyday heroes more than ever before.
5 Things We’re Doing to Support The Immune System
We’re currently laying low in Tenerife amid the COVID-19Â lockdown. I thought I’d take some time to share the habits & practices I’ve been using to (potentially) support the immune system. Before we get started, it almost goes without saying that our first point of call for anything COVID-19 related should be the World Health Organisation and local health authorities. Here’s a summary of the current WHO guidelines on basic protective measures: Wash your hands frequently. With an alcohol-based hand rub or soap & water. Maintain social distancing. At least 1 metre between yourself & anyone coughing or sneezing Avoid touching eyes, nose […]
My 2019 Annual Review
Time to start a new tradition. Journalling is something I’ve found great value in, for various reasons. To record day-to-day ideas in the present. To document and learn from the past. And to map out a vague direction for the future. I’ve carried out a 12-month review around December/January time for several years, but it was only after stumbling upon James Clear’s series recently that I realised it might be useful to do in a more public setting. Plus, I’ve been wanting to get back to regular writing here on the blog. This seems like an appropriate way to do it. So the following […]
Going Vegan? 6 Key Things to Consider on a Plant-Based Diet
Inspired by #Gamechangers to try a plant-based diet? Here’s a few thoughts on approaching it in a healthy way + avoiding potential pitfalls.
Updates on Life, Your Data & The Future of HERO Movement…
[section background_image=”” text_color=”#303030″ background_color=”#ededed”] The TL;DR Summary: New data laws are coming into play next week – the GDPR. It’s largely about how individuals and companies store your data, and your rights relating to that. In this post I’m doing my best to outline my thoughts on the whole thing, and sharing some notes on the data you may or may not have shared with me, how that may be stored, and how you can access it at anytime. The overarching theme is that if you have ever provided data to me (email address, name etc) I’ve only ever knowingly […]
RITUALS: 10 Simple Things I Do (Almost) Everyday to Stay Healthy
How to be healthy everyday:Â It’s a conundrum that we’ve been trying to solve for millenia, and although we’re arguably closer than ever to figuring out an answer, we’re not there yet. I wanna start this article off by sharing with you a little secret: I’m not always that healthy… I know, shocking right? This coming from the person who runs a site that’s all about living a healthy lifestyle… Sure I’m sharing my ideas and my experiences with my articles and videos, but really they’re just small snapshots of my life. There’s plenty of other stuff that you don’t see […]
Why 92% of New Year’s Resolutions Fail (And How to Make Sure Yours Don’t)
It’s that time of year again. The Christmas holidays are drawing to a close, and the new year is just around the corner. Many of you will be using this in-between period to reflect on the past year, and set goals for the next one. Some will be looking to lose weight by exercising regularly and eating healthily. Others want to be more organised, spend less money, or quit smoking. They’re all great ideas, and everyone has big plans to transform their lives, but the harsh reality is that most people will be unsuccessful. According to these stats, 92% of people who set New Year’s resolutions fail to […]
7 Ways to Break the Plateau and Enjoy Training Your Body
“Just play. Have fun. Enjoy the game.” Michael Jordan We all get stuck in a rut sometimes when it comes to exercise. Seasoned athletes and weekend warriors alike. Maybe you’re experiencing it right now. Maybe you’ve hit a roadblock in your training. You can’t seem to progress any further, or break the plateau. You can’t find the motivation to get up and move. When you do eventually force yourself to train, you feel completely distracted, and can’t wait for it to be over. You may even cut your workouts short, or avoid them altogether. This is pretty common, and it happened to me fairly […]