At Contours we know our members lead busy lives – what woman doesn’t? That’s why we’re all about helping you make the most of your time in the gym so you can get the results you desire. Try out these tips to get the best out of your workout.

Pilates may be seen as the trendier younger sister of Yoga, but neither workout is a passing fad and your decision on which is right for you shouldn’t be based on what’s hot right now. We put Yoga and Pilates head to head to help you make an informed choice.

Lacking energy can be one of the biggest hurdles to losing weight, feeling healthier and feeling (and looking) great!

As already discussed (see ‘There’s a reason for that tummy!’) hormonal levels can have a real impact on weight – particularly hormones like oestrogen.

A dominance of oestrogen in our bodies can make us ‘better’ at storing fat, while at the same time, inhibiting our body’s ability to effectively use fat stores for energy.

It’s been said before.

But there really is no better place to enjoy the great outdoors than in New Zealand.