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Do you want to know more about sports, exercise and healthy food? View the latest news and read tips and tricks from our experts.
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Mental Health
Scrolling is the new smoking
According to the DSM-5 (Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders), there are 11 criteria for diagnosing addiction. If you meet two or three criteria, you have a mild disorder. If you meet four or five criteria, you have a moderate disorder and if you have six or more symptoms, you have a severe disorder.
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Be aware of the risks of running in warm weather
Temperatures above 30 degrees and heat waves are increasingly common in our region. Running in the heat can pose risks. If you do not take good care of yourself by drinking enough water or if you are not well prepared for the heat, it can have unpleasant consequences. It is therefore important to be aware of the four most common conditions when running in the heat.
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Tips
10 tips for exercising in the heat
The beautiful, sunny weather and the holidays are the ideal recipe for an invigorating sports session. But beware, it is best to take some extra measures if you exercise in the sun. Therefore, follow our highly recommended tips so that you do not overheat.
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Corporate Wellbeing
How Energy Lab turns data into actionable items for athletes and businesses
Energy Lab came into being with the ambition of supporting starting—and seasoned—athletes in their preparation for a sporting challenge. The concept came from its parent company Golazo, but with its commitment to the broader aspect of wellbeing, Energy Lab has since become a mature player in both sports coaching and corporate wellbeing for companies. "Companies today recognise how important it is to have their employees in good physical and mental health," Energy Lab CEO Kristof De Smet said in an interview with business newspaper L'Echo.
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The Energy Lab Buddy Workout
The Energy Lab Buddy Workout
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Food
That's why hydration is so important!
When you exercise, your body loses a lot of water and mineral salts. That's why you need to keep hydrating to combat the loss of fluids and keep exercising comfortably. Yet many people pay too little attention to it, with all its consequences.
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4 benefits of daylight for your health
Wonderful, those first rays of sunshine. After months of sitting indoors during the cold winter months, it feels incredibly good to feel the sun. Below you will find 4 major benefits of what daylight does to your health. So, get out and enjoy the sun!
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Indoor virtual cycling, that's how you do it!
Virtual cycling is on the rise. This is shown by the enormous increase in the number of virtual cyclists using Zwift, Bkool, Rouvy and other digital cycling software programmes. Has virtual cycling already triggered your interest? Or are you already a huge fan and need some practical tips & tricks from our professional Energy Lab coaches? Then this article will be your cup of tea!
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