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Look forward to arm day with this simple bicep and tricep routine

We don’t need to tell you how important rest days are. Giving your muscles the day off allows them to rebuild the micro-tears that strength training causes – which in turn help you to become stronger. Which is why you’ll often hear trainers talk about arm day versus leg day.

“Giving your undivided attention to a muscle group leads to hypertrophy – the fancy name for muscle growth. You’ll be able to exhaust a specific muscle with a higher number of reps,” explains trainer Alice-Rose Miller from our Strong Women Collective. So when your legs are booked in for a rest day, give your undivided attention to your triceps and biceps with these arm exercises that use both compound and isolation moves. As for the squats, give them a break – until tomorrow. 

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Your gut isn’t the only thing that will benefit from these fibre-filled banana muffins

You may think that fibre’s sole purpose is to ensure your bowel movements are … regular. But this complex carb has quite the remit. Not only does fibre support your immune system, but it also lowers the risk of heart disease, stroke and diabetes. A recent study has even shown that fibre can help to build muscle mass.

The only thing better than a breakfast muffin is one that keeps you healthy – and these do just that, thanks to the fibrous oats, protein-rich almonds, Omega-3-packed flaxseed and potassium-filled bananas. Have one to kickstart your day or eat en route to your workout so you can smash those goals you set for yourself. Banana bread is so six months ago…

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Stylist’s Ayesha Sandhu searches for a safer deodorant to replace her aerosol 

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What is it? A 100% natural and vegan deodorant for all skin types that provides all-day odour protection.

The verdict: “I’ve been looking to make a change from my usual aerosol deodorant, so I was eager to try this balm. But I was worried that a 100% natural product wouldn’t be as effective. Also, this deodorant is more expensive than the spray that I’ve been using. 

As instructed, I warmed up the balm in between my fingers and applied directly onto my armpits. A little goes a long way, so I quickly realised that it’s actually great value for the price. I imagine this 55g jar will last me a long time – and for much longer than my aerosol sprays do. 

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