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Jasey-Jay Anderson vise une 7e participation aux Jeux Olympiques de Pékin
En forme mercredi, 22 déc. 2021. 20:42 mercredi, 22 déc. 2021. 20:43 À 46 ans, Anderson vise encore les Olympiques 3:28 mercredi, 22 déc. 2021. 20:39 Jasey-Jay Anderson est une légende de la planche à neige au pays. Ayant participé à pas moins de 6 Jeux Olympiques, il tente toujours d’obtenir sa 7e participation aux Jeux de Pékin 2022. Est-ce que sa médaille d’or à Vancouver reste le fait marquant de sa carrière ?
Smoothie post-entraînement classique
lundi, 9 août 2021. 13:25 Voici une recette simple et délicieuse qui fait le parfait smoothie post-entraînement! Portions : 1 Préparation : 5 minutes INGRÉDIENTS 2/3 tasse (160ml) de fraises congelées 1/2 banane 1/2 tasse (125ml) de lait 1% 1/2 tasse (125ml) de yogourt vanille de votre choix 3 c. à table (45ml) de lait en poudre, écrémé PRÉPARATION Broyer les fruits ensemble jusqu’à une texture homogène. Ajouter le lait, le yogourt et la poudre de lait écrémé.
CF Montréal : Thierry Henrry accepterait de diriger la formation de Bournemouth
RDS.ca mercredi, 17 févr. 2021. 11:20 Est-ce que le séjour de Thierry Henry avec le CF Montréal tire à sa fin? Selon plusieurs médias européens, l'entraîneur de le formation montréalaise et ex-vedette de l'équipe d'Arsenal a été rencontré afin d'occuper le poste d'entraîneur de la formation de Bournemouth dans la Championship League. Selon le journaliste de la publication The Mirror, Darren Lewis, Henry accepterait le poste selon le journaliste de la publication The Mirror, Darren Lewis.
Fitness Express : Faire des exercices à l'aide d'un mur
En forme mercredi, 17 juin 2020. 07:24 mercredi, 17 juin 2020. 07:24 Fitness Express : exercices au mur 1:26 RDS.ca Sympatico mercredi, 17 juin 2020. 07:19 Véronique Thériault vous propose une série d'exercices à faire à l'aide d'un mur. C'est une façon simple de renforcir et tonifier ses muscles sans équipements spécifiques à la maison. Certaines variantes s'adressent aux débutants et d'autres aux avancées.
PGA - Golf : programme double à Muifield Village en juillet
AP mardi, 2 juin 2020. 15:53 Le circuit de la PGA a conclu une entente pour disputer deux tournois consécutifs à Muirfield Village, en Ohio. Selon une note envoyée mardi aux joueurs, le circuit a déniché un commanditaire pour le tournoi qui serait disputé du 9 au 12 juillet, une semaine avant le Memorial. Un total de 156 joueurs seront invités au premier tournoi, disputé devant des gradins vides, puis 120 golfeurs participeront au Memorial, le maximum permis lors d'événements sur invitation.
Vinyasa Flow : yoga express pour débutants
Look du jour lundi, 25 mai 2020. 14:54 Voici un cours de yoga dynamique express qui saura énergiser votre journée! Dans cette séance de type « flow », on développe l'endurance mentale et physique en enchaînant les postures du chien à tête levé (Urdhva Mukha Svanasana) et du chien à tête baissé (Adho-mukha-svanâsana). Même si cette pratique est musculaire, le Vinyasa s'avère être une belle introduction au yoga pour les débutants.
L'entraînement par intervalles maison : étape par étape
Véronique Malo mardi, 14 avr. 2020. 14:48 Voici un entraînement de 12 minutes qui sollicitera les abdominaux, triceps et quadriceps. 4 exercices 3 répétitions 50 secondes de travail 10 secondes de pause Exercices: 1. High knees 2. Planche 3. Tricep dips 4. Abdominaux : extension jambes (alterner) Équipement : 1 tapis (facultatif) Pour faire l'entraînement complet, c'est ici Bon entraînement! Vous en voulez plus? Voici un autre entraînement de 12 minutes.
Un système immunitaire fort pour passer l’hiver !
vendredi, 13 déc. 2019. 17:20 Tout d’abord, l’immunité c’est quoi ? C’est la capacité du corps à se défendre contre les agents pathogènes et étrangers à l’organisme, en particulier les virus, bactéries, parasites, etc. Plusieurs organes et lignes de défense sont impliqués dans la réponse immunitaire, dont la peau, les muqueuses et les voies respiratoires, mais 70% des cellules immunitaires se retrouvent dans le système digestif ! Comme sportif, êtes-vous plus à risque ?
Win a swanky weekend stay at aha's Harbour Bridge Hotel & Suites!
written by Melanie Olivier September 23, 2019 Live like a trendy Capetonian over a fabulous weekend shared with your other half at the sleek, four-star aha Harbour Bridge Hotel & Suites. The aha Harbour Bridge is ideally situated within the Cape Town International Convention Centre precinct – a stone’s throw from the V&A Waterfront.
Win tickets to the Getaway Show in Johannesburg!
written by Melanie Olivier September 17, 2019 Wishing for an adventure but not sure where to start? Get to the Gauteng Getaway Show sponsored by Bosch car service at the Ticketpro Dome from 4 to 6 October for all the inspiration and special offers you need to take your travel dreams to the next level.
You could win a Monopoly Cheaters Edition board game!
Make Monopoly Cheaters Edition board game a favourite go-to game for game nights and other fun get-togethers. Lean into those iconic (yet unspoken) Monopoly moments in which rules are bent, money is borrowed, and funny business is welcomed. The outlandish suggestions on the board, cards, and rules encourage players to express their inner cheater to own it all while they buy, sell, dream, and scheme. Fake a die roll, steal some bills from the bank, and even skip out on rent.
You could win a QUDO jewellery hamper!
We love colours! View QUDO’s most colourful palette with summer-like vibes and get transported to your favourite tropical paradise. Plunge yourself into the world of QUDO INTERCHANGEABLE and be colourfully inspired! QUDO INTERCHANGEABLE is an on-trend, international brand that encourages fashion fundis to create their own jewellery with shades and styles to suit your taste, mood and outfit.
Win a Mandarin & Sandalwood hamper from Spalicious, worth R760!
written by Melanie Olivier September 4, 2019 Spalicious is THE MOST delicious Hands, Feet & Body Range! Offering a variety of delectable body products ranging from Body Butters, Scrubs, Masks, Soaks, Massage Oils to a Cellulite Fix Kit – your perfect summer body solution! Their delectable Self Heating Sugar Scrub is the perfect way to reveal glowing skin for summer! Dust it off with Dry Body Oil Spritz and you have the perfect combination! So what are you waiting for?
Win tickets to see ROCK OF AGES at Montecasino’s Teatro!
written by Melanie Olivier September 4, 2019 Broadway’s smash hit musical is set to rock the Teatro at Montecasino for the first time from 26 September until 20 October 2019! Nominated for five Tony Awards, including Best Musical, ROCK OF AGES captures the iconic era that was the big bad 1980s Hollywood.
Win 1 of 2 GLAD hampers, worth R250 each!
written by Melanie Olivier September 4, 2019 Spring is here – and a great time to get organised. Below are some useful ways to use GLAD Zip Seal Bags when spring-cleaning, to make your life easy all year round. They are transparent, allowing you to see immediately what’s inside and have a printed white strip already on them for labelling. Going away? Keep pet food in GLAD Zip Seal bags for the pet-sitter and label them according to their eating routine.
Win an ICE watch, worth R1899!
written by Melanie Olivier September 4, 2019 It’s official: glam is no longer all about bling. Farewell showoffs! Goodbye eye-catchers! Glam now prefers to exert its appeal by reconciling with elegance. Real, authentic sophistication. Never late to spot a trend, the Ice-Watch brand has already captured the mood with its new ICE glam colour. A watch ready to tick in time to the codes of new chic thanks to its powdered colours and rose gold details.
Win a Thalgo Merveille Arctique hamper, worth R1000!
written by Melanie Olivier September 4, 2019 Since 1964, Thalgo Laboratories have been creating Marine Products for Spa and Beauty. Each Thalgo product is a genuine concentrate of marine effectiveness, created according to stringent standards of performance, total affinity with the skin and ultimate sensory experience to offer Professional Excellence to every woman in the world. Created from the sea, Thalgo has a duty to minimise its ecological footprint.
You could win a hamper from L'Oréal!
L’Oréal Paris created a new reviver that brings together the best of a conditioner and a mask into a powerful new technology. Combining the quick-use advantages of conditioner with the intensive properties of a mask, scientific expertise is pushed further with new Elvive Rapid Reviver, its first ever deep conditioner. The Rapid Reviver delivers 2X more care than a classic conditioner for a rapid hair transformation.
Win an amazing two-night stay at aha Shepherd's Tree Game Lodge, worth R21 500!
written by Melanie Olivier August 12, 2019 Experience the magic of the African bush with a stay at the five-star aha Shepherd’s Tree Game Lodge, which is located in the Pilanesberg National Park, just two and half hours away from Joburg. The lodge provides a range of activities, from game drives to interactive drumming circles around a campfire. To feel utterly relaxed, why not unwind with a treatment at the on-site Amani Spa?
You could win a FUTURELIFE hamper!
With a deep understanding of consumers and the way that they live their lives, FUTURELIFE® has re-launched FUTURELIFE® Smart Oats and Ancient Grains – because everything in life has changed and why not your oats?
You could win an essence make-up hamper!
essence cosmetics gives you easy access to great products that inspire you to express who you are with style, confidence and fun. They say ‘no’ to animal testing and ‘yes’ to quality with prices affordable enough to try a fabulous new look whenever you want.
You could win a CATRICE make-up hamper!
CATRICE never misses a trend, must-have or detail. The range comprises a large choice of colours, with both trendy and classic shades for diverse looks. The products contain high-quality ingredients, luxurious textures and innovative formulas and come in premium packaging, with an idea price-performance ration to indulge your love of shopping. Twice a year, 25% of the CATRICE range is updated so that there’s always something new to discover.
You could win a Julienne Brow Range hamper!
Define yourself with Julienne’s gorgeous, new range of brow make-up, comprising four carefully selected, innovative products housed in stunning rose gold and white packaging.
Win one of three AMC Cookware vouchers, worth R10 000 each!
written by Melanie Olivier Jul 22, 2019 For the past 50 years AMC Cookware has been manufacturing cookware made from high-quality stainless steel that’s non-porous and easy to clean. The range includes a variety of cookware, from small saucepans and large stock pots, to cutlery and serving ware. Plus, AMC cookware comes with a lifetime guarantee. This brand represents healthy living, product innovation and superior quality.
You could win a voucher from Linen Drawer!
Linen Drawer produces top-quality bed linen made from natural fibres, as well as bath linen and table linen, with free delivery to anywhere in South Africa. Your bedroom should be a special sanctuary to which you escape when you need to relax. Linen Drawer’s range of top-quality bedding can help you turn it into that unique, intimate space. They offer bed linen ranges which we produce from pure cotton percale, as well as from pure linen.
Win a hamper from Baby Soft!
When growing up many of us were taught the golden rules when using the toilet of wiping yourself to keep clean and prevent odours as well as washing your hands afterwards to prevent the spread of bacteria. But how clean are you? Is using toilet paper enough to give you the confidence and clean that you need? Baby Soft® has developed the Baby Soft® Clean Routine.
You could win an essence make-up hamper!
essence cosmetics gives you easy access to great products that inspire you to express who you are with style, confidence and fun. This brand says ‘no’ to animal testing and ‘yes’ to quality, with prices affordable enough to try a fabulous new look whenever you want.
You could win a CATRICE make-up hamper!
CATRICE never misses a single trend, must-have or detail. The range includes a large choice of colours, with both trendy and classic shades for diverse looks. All the products are formulated with high-quality ingredients, luxurious textures and innovative formulas, and come in premium packaging.
You could win an anti-ageing kit from Diego Dalla Palma!
An intensive treatment kit consisting of three highly concentrated anti-ageing serum oils to fight static and photo-ageing by stimulating the production of collagen and elastin, counteracting the formation and visibility of fine lines and wrinkles. The skin becomes smoother and more supple, with a silky-soft, youthful radiance.
Win a Van Loveren Reds wine hamper, worth R500!
written by Melanie Olivier Jul 1, 2019 Van Loveren Family Vineyards offers you an array of elegant red wines perfect for winter time. Their red range includes the smooth, lightly oaked African Java Pinotage; beautifully aromatic Cabernet Sauvignon; or Merlot with a rich fruity palate and balanced tannins. Enjoy these in front of a warm fire or pair it with flavourful cheese and red meat dishes at your next dinner party.
Win 1 of 2 Clere hampers, worth R1000 each!
written by Melanie Olivier Jul 1, 2019 As delicious as they may be, avocados are not just for eating. Packed with potassium, antioxidants, fatty acids and rich in Vitamins A & E, when applied to the skin this super fruit can help reduce inflammation and repair the skin’s barrier. Clere’s Smoothing Avocado Milk body lotion and crème is specially formulated for normal to dry skin and will keep your skin moisturised for up to 48 hours.
Win a night's stay for 2 at The Northcliff luxury boutique hotel, worth R4000!
written by Melanie Olivier Jul 1, 2019 Overlooking the greater Johannesburg area, on the second highest natural point in the city, sits The Northcliff – Joburg’s hottest new luxury boutique hotel, events venue and restaurant. Surrounded by natural beauty, astounding views and world-class service we invite you to enjoy the ultimate suburban hospitality experience whether it’s in the restaurant, conference facilities, bar, lounge, pool deck or rooms.
Win a two-night stay for up to 8 people at Wilderness Gem Luxury Villa, worth R12 600!
written by Melanie Olivier Jul 1, 2019 Get back to earth in style at Wilderness Gem Luxury Villa. Garden Route accommodation in this luxurious, spacious and tranquil 3-level self-catering holiday home. Situated in a Nature Conservancy above the quaint Wilderness village, you’ll enjoy peace and endless views of both ocean and indigenous forest! Come to Wilderness to walk in the forests, stand under a waterfall, birdwatch or lose yourself in a book.
Win an Olympic International Footwear voucher, worth R500!
written by Melanie Olivier Jul 1, 2019 Olympic International Footwear’s new Winter ’19 collection offers everything to feed your obsession. With a range consisting of 66 styles, there’s more of a push on trainers that look as if you could run a marathon in them. From classic to colourful, the heroes in this year’s range include the Surge, Bounce, Zone, Mitt, Proton and of course the Striker for football fans.
Win a two-night luxury stay for two people at Kuganha Tented Camp, worth R25 000!
written by Melanie Olivier Jun 17, 2019 Want to go on an unforgettable safari adventure? Then enter our fab competition to win a two-night stay at Kuganha Tented Camp in the Karoo, worth R25 000. Just a two-and-a-half-hour drive from Cape Town, and located in Inverdoorn Game Reserve, you’ll be able to experience the magic of the Big 5, while relaxing in luxury tented accommodation. The prize includes three meals a day and two game drives daily.
Win one of two Carrol Boyes centrepieces, worth R5 245 each!
written by Melanie Olivier Jun 17, 2019 For 30 years, Carrol Boyes has been designing high-quality yet quirky tableware and accessories to adorn homes in South Africa – and around the world. You too can enjoy her iconic designs by entering our fab competition to win one of two backbend centrepieces, worth R5 245 each.
You could win a Lessons from the Frogs I've Kissed book!
There can’t be a person alive, female or male, who hasn’t loved, lost – and regretted actions taken in the euphoria of romance. Kolnik’s no exception and this book is a compendium of essential lessons learnt during five unhappy, traumatic, destructive or just plain mismatched relationships. She offers guidelines for dating so we can identify what we need, who we’re really looking for, how to sustain a relationship and, crucially, how to love ourselves first.
You could win a Lessons Learnt from the Frogs I've Kissed book!
There can’t be a person alive, female or male, who hasn’t loved, lost – and regretted actions taken in the euphoria of romance. Kolnik’s no exception and this book is a compendium of essential lessons learnt during five unhappy, traumatic, destructive or just plain mismatched relationships. She offers guidelines for dating so we can identify what we need, who we’re really looking for, how to sustain a relationship and, crucially, how to love ourselves first.
You could win a Freeing Freddie book pack!
Freeing Freddie the Dream Weaver is an inspiring and beautifully illustrated book that captivates audiences through a boy named Freddie who lives in a magical rainforest. The reader is taken on a journey of discovery with Freddie as he meets Mr Cotton the giant friendly spider who teaches him how to let go his fears and create the life of his dreams. The book is filled with life lessons that children and adults can relate to.
You could win a rag doll set from The Crazy Store!
The Crazy Store has cute and colourful rag dolls that will make a great companion for your little one. The range comes in all shapes and sizes with sweet, different personalities – mini rag doll, ballerina rag doll in tutu, friendly sailor rag doll, sugar and spice rag doll, rag doll with dress up hood and fairy rag doll. The Crazy Store has over 370 stores nationwide to cater for convenience and ease of shopping. Head to your nearest Crazy Store to find something for the whole family.
You could win a voucher from Olympic International Footwear!
Olympic International Footwear’s new Winter ’19 collection offers everything to feed your shoe obsession. With a range of 66 styles, there’s more of a push on trainers that look as if you could run a marathon in them. From classic to colourful, the heroes in this year’s range include the Surge, Bounce, Zone, Mitt, Proton and, of course, the Striker for football fans.
You could win a Hot Towel shave from Sorbet Man!
Whether your dad’s the fastidious type who’s secure enough in his masculinity to enjoy being pampered now and again, or the slightly scruffy type who’s not even sure what a manicure is, a spa day can only be a good thing. At Sorbet MAN, ‘a gents-only destination’, the stigma of self-care for men is sooo-oo last season. It might not be easy to persuade him to go, but once he’s there, enjoying a complimentary scotch on the rocks or gourmet coffee and enjoying a little ‘me-time’, he’ll be hooked.
Win one of 10 SIX Sensational Skincare hampers, worth over R2 400 each!
written by Melanie Olivier May 13, 2019 Love the skin you’re in and fight the signs of ageing with the help of SIX Sensational Skincare. The skin care brand’s range consists of cleansers, toners, moisturisers, masks, speciality serums and even men’s products to improve and repair the skin, so it looks its healthy best.
Win an amazing three-night stay at aha Thakadu River Camp, worth R25 000!
written by Melanie Olivier May 13, 2019 What better place to escape in nature than a stay at aha Thakadu River Camp on the banks of the Marico River in Madikwe Game Reserve, situated just over four hours’ drive from Johannesburg. Stay in one of 12 luxurious tented suites, with decks overlooking the river and surrounded by untamed bush. Guests can unwind around the swimming pool and enjoy morning and evening guided game drives each day, where you may be lucky to spot the Big 5.
You could win an NRF Vitamin C hamper!
With winter on its way, NRF Vitamin C and zinc supplements will help your family build up immunity against colds and flu. Along with sufficient rest and an adequate diet, a stronger immune system helps protect adults and especially children from these ailments: children, with their undeveloped immune systems, also need to ingest these essential nutrients.
You could win a Disaronno hamper!
Disaronno® returns with its sixth limited-edition designer bottle: “Disaronno wears Trussardi”, once again choosing the Italian lifestyle brand to dress it. Italian tradition, innovation and elegance are shared values between these two iconic brands. Trussardi’s recognisable textures are combined with the Greyhound monogram, while fuchsia, green and light blue brushstrokes frame the signature bottle, with an eye-catching, contemporary result.
You could win tickets to Disney on Ice!
Get ready to enter a wintry wonderland with Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse, who bring magical moments from across the Disney kingdom to Johannesburg, Durban, Cape Town and – for the first time – Pretoria in June and July, when the Magical Ice Festival presents Disney on Ice. You’ll be whisked away into the enchanting world of Disney’s Frozen, to join royal sisters Anna and Elsa in a story full of action, adventure and magic.
You could win a Mom & daughter mani- and pedi pamper session!
Let’s celebrate mom this month with Crema Nail & Beauty Lounge. Crema Nail & Beauty Lounge, located in the new Flamingo Centre in Modderfontein, JHB, is a fabulous, fresh new salon, tastefully decorated in feminine pastel pinks and florals where professional therapists offer a broad range of expert health and beauty treatments. The salon with its tranquil ambience offers an unforgettable pampering experience.
You could win a GLAD hamper!
Mother’s Day is a great time to show Mom how much you appreciate her by putting special touches on everything you do and minimising the mess and stress in the process. GLAD has a few simple tips to make it a little easier! GLAD Bake and Cooking Paper is ideal for baking AND frying – simply line the frying pan with the paper, cook as usual and lift the paper out when you’re done. The food tastes delicious and cleaning is easy. Pre-prepare delicious coffee ice cubes ready to use on Mother’s Day.
You could win an Engelsrufer jewellery hamper!
The Engelsrufer pendant is always balanced – its opposing forces can’t exist without each other. They’re firmly enclosed in the circle of life and are thus connected in eternal harmony. The balance range is complemented by fine jewellery, including studs and necklaces. Sparkling zirconias, iconic motifs and attention to detail make for timeless elegance. In addition, the jewellery gives its wearer inner peace and equilibrium.
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