Mum and I have now completed 8 strength training classes at the gym. Each package comes with 10 lessons, and we’ve already decided to renew for another round. Mum suffers from severe sciatica and pinched nerve pain. Every morning, when she first wakes up, the pain is at its worst. But despite the discomfort, she…
As we grow older, getting enough protein becomes increasingly important for maintaining muscle strength, energy levels, and overall health. Most adults generally need between 0.8 to 1.6 grams of protein per kilogram of body weight daily, depending on age, activity level, and health condition. Since I weigh about 42kg, I try to aim for around…
There is something very motivating about learning and growing stronger together with my 80-year-old mum. In our recent strength training sessions, our personal trainer, Sharon, introduced us to a variety of exercises designed to strengthen our upper body, lower body, and core muscles. Every session feels different and exciting. We get to try various equipment…
Today, my 80-year-old mum and I attended our very first strength training session with a personal trainer 💪 Before we even started, our trainer Sharon (IFC Gym, Ipoh) —such a warm and friendly lady—sat down with us to understand our health conditions, daily habits, and diet. I really appreciated this part, because it made the…
Two weeks ago, my 80-year old mum and I attended a strength training workshop at IFC Gym Ipoh — the only gym in Ipoh that currently offers strength training classes specially designed for senior citizens. Since last year, my mum has been experiencing chronic aches and pains throughout her body, especially in the mornings when…
It started, as these things often do, with a simple scratch in my throat. “No big deal,” I thought, gargling my throat with a concoction of salt water + melaleuca oil + peppermint oil and hoping it would just fade away. Oh, how optimistic I was in the beginning. Last week, that innocent sore throat…
It’s been 10 months since I last exercised regularly — a far cry from the days when I used to run twice a day, once at dawn and again after work. But life changes, and so do our routines. When Maria, my part-time helper, got pregnant and stopped working, I suddenly found myself juggling all…
Lately, I have found Beacon Seaweed Chicken Essence to be an indispensable part of my routine. This incredible supplement helps combat fatigue, improve memory, and strengthen the immune system. Made from pure Beacon Chicken Essence, it is free of antibiotics, hormones, heavy metals, and comes from chickens with Halal certification. Here’s why I’m a firm…
Over the last few years, Pilates has emerged as a powerful ally for those seeking a holistic approach to physical and mental well-being. This low-impact exercise system, developed in the 20th century, has gained immense popularity worldwide, attracting individuals from all walks of life. Whether you’re a seasoned athlete or a newcomer to the world…
Today is the last Sunday of February 2024. And just in the blink of an eye, Chinese New Year is over and February is coming to an end. February has always been an eventful month with Chinese New Year and my dreaded yearly medical check-up and pap smear procedure. Tomorrow will be my appointment at…
Plain low fat yogurt is a staple in my diet. I eat a small bowl everyday, with seeds, nuts and a drizzle of gula Melaka. It fills me up healthily and it helps things move smoothly down south in the morning. Cass and Sherilyn can both whip up really delicious smoothies and sorbet with a…
Tomorrow is Sunday, aka Cheat Day / Refeed Day / Treat Day! ? Thus, today I had a really clean diet, almost meat-free and ate mostly fruits, vegetables, nuts and seeds. This is my dinner today – steamed organic pumpkin and radish and seasoned with olive oil and ground black pepper, with a tablespoon of…
Attending gym sessions is not always the best idea in your schedule when you decide to work out and stay fit. During the global pandemic, when most gyms are closed, your motivation to exercise diminishes quickly. However, you need to keep yourself fit and healthy to function correctly or face issues like laziness or obesity….
I never really bothered to keep track of the number of steps I clocked in daily until we were in a partial lockdown during the MCO recently. With our days locked up at home everyday for months, I was terribly worried of being sedentary and later had to suffer from the consequences. It was then…
As written in my earlier posts, my weight dropped from 46.7kg to about 44kg (at times, 43.9kg) early this year. I did not intentionally lose weight. I kept getting the flu and sore throat continuously late last year for several months. I also intensified my daily morning workout by adding strength training and lower abdomen exercises….
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