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Body20 Cares: Fitness for a Cause

At Body20, we believe in building stronger bodies and stronger communities. That’s why we proudly partnered with...

You Are What You Eat – Especially in Winter

Winter is the season where comfort food cravings hit the hardest. The colder it gets, the more tempting it becomes to trade salads...

A Practical Guide to Conquering the Comrades 2025

The Comrades Marathon is one of the most iconic and demanding ultra-marathons in the world. Covering approximately 90 kilometres...

Prepare for Winter: Choose Progress Over Pause

They say “Summer bodies are made in Winter” but as the temperatures drop, it's easier said than done. The motivation to stay...

Calories: Your Body’s Energy Currency

Calories — you see them on food labels, hear about them in health conversations, and might even track them...

Should You Trade Your Gym Membership for Ozempic?

The world of weight loss is always buzzing with new trends, and recently, Ozempic has taken centre stage...

What to Expect at Your Body20 Demo Session

Are you ready to experience the future of fitness? At Body20, we believe in making cutting-edge technology accessible...

5 Reasons Why EMS is Perfect for Those Who "Hate" Working Out

If the thought of going to the gym fills you with dread, you’re not alone. Many people struggle with traditional exercise...

Ditching Diet Culture: Embrace a Balanced Approach to Health and Wellness

As the calendar flips to January, it's hard to ignore the buzz around losing weight and getting in shape...

Get Back on Track with Body20’s Efficient Fitness Routine

Back to School Balance: Getting Back on Track

As summer winds down and the kids head back to school, it's the perfect time to refocus on your personal health and wellness goals...

How to Enjoy Feasting during the Festive Season - Without Feeling Guilty

The festive season is a time for celebration, togetherness, and, of course, lots of delicious food! However, it’s also easy to...

Fight Year-End Fatigue

As we approach the end of the year, many of us feel the cumulative effects of stress, exhaustion, and an increasingly busy calendar...

Get Your Summer Body Ready – It’s Never Too Late

Summer is just around the corner and with only a couple of months to go before vay-cay season, it’s easy to feel like you’ve run out...

The Power of EMS to boost your Outdoor Adventures

Whether you're running a marathon, cycling on the sidewalk, or hiking up rugged terrain, outdoor activities can be tough on your body...

Commit To Changing Your Lifestyle

While short-term memberships or sporadic visits to the gym might seem appealing, they often fall short of delivering the lasting...

The Value of a Accountability Buddy in Your Fitness Journey

Starting a fitness journey can be difficult, but you can achieve much more if you have an accountability buddy. A motivating...

The Key to Overcoming Setbacks and Staying Motivated in Your Fitness Journey

Making the decision to start a fitness journey is inspiring, but it’s not always smooth sailing. There are times when setbacks...

Winter Wellness: Combining Fitness with Self-Care

Winter can be a challenging season for maintaining both physical and mental health. The cold weather often discourages outdoor...

Winter-Proof Your Immune System

As the days get shorter and the nights become colder, it’s clear that Winter is around the corner. For most, it’s the most...

The Connection Between Physical and Mental Well-Being

Physical and mental well-being are closely intertwined. Our physical health can have a direct impact on our mental state...

Empowering Mental Well-being: Harnessing Technology and Exercise for a Healthier You

In today's fast-paced world, mental health has become an increasingly significant concern. According to the World Health...

Feeling discouraged with your weight loss journey?

Overcoming setbacks in your weight loss journey can be quite a challenge. This is why self-compassion and resilience...

Technology-Driven Training for All Ages and Fitness Levels

The importance of exercise for the elderly cannot be overstated, as it plays a crucial role in maintaining and improving...

Tips on How to Regain Inner Strength

Life can be demanding, often pushing us to our limits. In these moments, it's our inner strength and resilience...

Your Guide to a Healthy and Energetic Festive Celebration

The festive season is here - a time of joy, togetherness, and celebration. It's a season of indulgence, where...

Your Guide to Making Informed Dietary Choices

In the realm of nutrition, few topics stir as much confusion as dietary fats. For years, fats have been unfairly...

The Transformative Effects Of EMS

Are you in search of a fitness solution that not only sculpts your body but transforms your overall well-being...

7 Tips To Mastering Daily Motivation

Motivation is the driving force behind any successful journey, especially when it comes to health and wellness...

Unlocking Weight Loss with EMS Training

Weight loss is a common goal for many individuals on their journey to better health. However, finding a sustainable...

The Science of Weight Loss and Understanding the Basics

The Science of Weight Loss & Understanding the Basics

When it comes to weight loss, the journey can often feel like navigating a complex maze. With countless diets...

Drive Community Wellness With a Body20 Franchise

Are you ready to embark on a journey that not only transforms your life but also enriches your entire community with the gifts...

The Role of Nutrition in Your Fitness Journey

We are all familiar with quick fixes and flashy trends, it's easy to forget that true health is a tapestry woven...

The Body20 Method to Harmonious Health

In a world that often compartmentalises different aspects of life, we sometimes forget that we are a complex...

A Time-Efficient Approach To Fitness

Hey there, fellow time-strapped folks! In a world that races faster than Usain Bolt, finding a pocket of time...

The Body20’s EMS Training Blueprint

Hey there, health enthusiasts and curious minds! In a world where we're constantly fine-tuning our gadgets...

The Mind-Body Connection

The power of the mind extends far beyond what we can physically see or touch. At Body20, we recognise...

The Power of Music

Imagine stepping into the world of fitness with your favorite song playing in the background...

The Art of Mindful Movement

In the fast-paced world we live in, finding moments of tranquility can seem like an elusive dream...

The Power of Laughter in Fitness

Welcome to the world of fitness where laughter takes center stage! Laughter isn't just a pleasant...

Achieving Optimal Nutrition

Proper nutrition plays a pivotal role in achieving optimal results from any fitness programme...

Enhance Mental Resilience

In today's fast-paced and demanding world, maintaining mental resilience is crucial for navigating...

The Rejuvenating Power of EMS Training

Aging gracefully and maintaining vitality is a universal aspiration, and as we grow older, staying fit...

Elevate Your Fitness Journey

In our fast-paced world, where time is a precious commodity, we often find ourselves seeking ways...

Beating Food Addiction

In a world where food is readily available, delicious, and often used as a source of comfort, it's no...

Pre & Post Workout Rituals

Getting your workout in makes sense to be the most important part of your fitness journey, in that...

5 Tips To Lower Cholesterol

Cholesterol and the conversation around it can often be scary and intimidating, but with proper diet...

How to enhance cognitive function with Nootropics

Nootropics - Unlock Your "A” Game

We are not limitless beings. Yet we all strive to our own goals as best we can (in varying levels of success...

How Body20 EMS Training Can Help You Stay Strong and Healthy as You Get Older

It happens to us all, as we get older. A little every day, we become richer in years, but it takes a toll...

A guide to strengthening your mind to improve overall quality of life

It was once said that “An education is important, but big muscles are importanter”, but shockingly this isn’t...

How To Maintain A Healthy And Balanced Lifestyle In Winter

Winter is a time of hibernation, wrapping up with a cup of hot chocolate and smashing your way through...

How EMS Fitness Training Can Help Athletes Reach Peak Performance

We strive to be the best, and to achieve the best, especially when it comes to our training. One of our...

Functional Training: The Importance of Strengthening Your Muscles for Daily Life

Functional fitness training is a type of strength training that readies your body for daily activities...

The Connection Between Nutrition and Mental Health

Have you ever been hangry? It’s a real thing that runs deep. The link between our belly’s and our brain is real...

The Effects of Technology on Physical and Mental Health

From the first moment we wake up, to the last thing at night, technology has become an inextricable part of our...

Top 10 Healthy Foods for Optimal Health

We are extremely fortunate in South Africa with our cost and quality of food. Before you go screaming to the...

Ways to Reduce Stress

Stress is a dangerous thing, yet it creeps into our lives slowly and before we know it, we want to scream at...

What Makes Body20 EMS Training Powerful

Body20 offers aunique version of electro muscle stimulation (EMS) training. It's designed to provide a full-body...

Healthy Habits For A Busy Lifestyle

Have you noticed that it’s when you’re in a really stressful period, and out of nowhere you start feeling that...

How to get a good night’s rest by switching your mind

Have you ever had one of those days where you climb into bed, exhausted, but yet lie there in a pit of anxiety as...

Prevent Injuries & Recovery

Injuries Happen! Life happens, work is stressful and time is always running away. Our days seem to be full to the brim...

How to start over after failure

You're feeling blocked, and you’re struggling to move forward in life. Sometimes taking a step back, breathing out...

The truth about stress and how to reduce it

Stress is a major issue in today’s society. Almost everyone experiences it at some point in their life and it can...

Importance of healthy eating during adolescence

During our adolescence, it can be easy to fall into habits of unhealthy eating. After all, no one is there to explicitly...

How to kickstart your diet in 2023

As 2023 kicks off, it's time to start thinking about our resolutions for the new year. For many of us, that includes...

Candida Albicans Overgrowth Causes and Treatments

Candida Albicans Overgrowth Causes & Treatments

Candida albicans is a type of fungus that is found in the body and helps to maintain the balance of the gut microbiome...

Workout & Eat like a Pro-Athlete

In a world dominated by quick fixes, life hacks, and fast tracks, it is often easy to forget that the simple way is often...

Filling your emotional cup

There is no doubt that the last few years have taken their emotional toll on many of us. With 2023 just around the...

Setting yourself up for success in 2023

It’s December and we’re all starting to wind down, looking forward to a well-deserved holiday. Whilst we encourage...

Decadent Home-Made Nutella Pots

It’s the most wonderful time of the year! Friends, family, fun and of course FOOD! You don’t have to fall off the healthy...

Avoiding excessive contemplation and social comparison

If you ask most people what they want most in the world, they are likely to answer, “to be happy”. In our endless pursuit of...

Franchising for the stay-at-home mom

We know being a Mom is a full-time job, but sooner or later we yearn to be back at work doing something we love and earning...

The benefits of movement as medicine

It is no secret that one of the keys to a holistically healthy life lies in how often we exercise. Doctors, trainers...

The connection between mental health amp food

The connection between mental health & food

It was over 2,000 years ago that the famous Greek physician Hippocrates said, “Let thy food be thy medicine and thy medicine...

Combatting common ailments with nutrition

It’s the niggly common ailments that can sometimes render us useless for the day. What is worse than going to work with...

Improve your resistance to stress

According to the American Institute of Stress, 33% of people suffer from extreme stress. Further to that, 77% of adults...

Common health & fitness challenges & how to fix them

Life is tough enough without the constant worry that we are neglecting our bodies and our mental health. With pressure....

How breast cancer early detection could save your life

Breast cancer is the second leading cause of cancer-related death. Thousands of women are diagnosed with breast cancer....

How Early Prostate Cancer Detection Can Make the Difference

September is Prostate Cancer Awareness Month. According to the National Cancer Registry, South African men have a 1:17 risk...

Keeping the Kilos Off After 40

You’ve hit the naughty forties and suddenly it seems that the routines that worked for you all along are harder to maintain...

Refresh Your New Year Resolutions

2022 has flown by and we’re heading for the final stretch. Do you remember the resolutions you made at end of last year?...

How To Do The 7 Point Meditation Posture

Last month, we discussed the benefits of meditation. In this month’s blog, we take things a step further to ensure...

Reduce Cellulite with EMS Technology

Got cellulite? You’re not alone. This cosmetic condition affects nearly 90% of women at some point during their lives...

How to identify & avoid Trigger Foods

Are you a junk food junkie? Do you find yourself craving a cheeseburger, or that delicious sugary donut? Food addiction...

Mindful Meditation for Beginners

Meditation is an approach to training your mind, just as your fitness program is your approach to training your body...

Remedies to Alleviate Constipation

Certain things are better left unsaid and absolutely no one likes to admit to suffering from uncomfortable and embarrassing...

Facts About Fluctuating Weight

Watching your weight go up and down can be incredibly disheartening, especially when we set a goal for ourselves...

How To Keep Your Gut Healthy

There are few things in life quite as unpleasant as trying to go about your daily life when your tummy is aching. From the slightest...

What Is A Keto Diet, And Is It For Me?

Diet plans designed to sell the notion of ‘lose fat fast’ are everywhere. Yearly, new and exciting quick fixes are splashed...

Recharge & activate your health on holiday

As we sit at our desk punching at our keyboards, we will often find our minds wandering off to distant locations with white...

The Importance of Body20’s InBody Assessment

Knowledge is power and before embarking on any journey it is wise to arm ourselves with as much information as possible in order...

The Truth About Superfoods

When you think about the word ‘superfood’, what comes to mind? A carrot in a cape? Spinach with super-strength? Perhaps seeds...

How Coaches become Body20 Coaches!

In any aspect of life, it is important to have a strong support system. Whether you are trying to excel at work, manage...

Activate & boost your immune system.

As winter starts to make its appearance, we can already feel the effects of the colder weather and the potential risks it...

Activate & improve your body image.

We are always our own worst critic and being over-critical ourselves can lead to feelings of inadequacy and take strain on our mental...

What to consider when buying a franchise.

Imagine a world where everyone was able to play to their strengths, work at what they’re passionate about...

Activate your energy and boost your mood.

With so much focus being placed on how we should be and feel, and what we should do with our time - leading a healthy lifestyle...

Alleviate & Avoid Digestive Problems.

For anyone who has ever suffered with an upset tummy, ongoing nausea, constipation or flatulence, digestive issues are not...

Filling the Void: Eliminating Emotional Eating.

At some point, we have all reached for the tub of ice-cream after a breakup or stress munched our way through an entire packet...

The Fastest Growing Franchise Opportunity in Fitness.

It all started with one man, his passion for technologically driven workouts and the desire to allow the average joe to...

Holistic Wellness at its best! Introducing Body20’s FitTrac Programme.

How do you measure how healthy you are? Do you base it on how toned your body is? How fulfilled do...

Becoming Superhuman.

It’s the stuff of comic books and epic action movies. We watch our heroes with their super strength, incredible mind-bending....

Setting Holistic & Realistic Goals.

What would life be if we didn’t have goals and dreams? At some point in life, we decide to achieve something and set the...

The Mind-Body Connection.

You know that feeling where you are so nervous you begin to sweat and your hands start shaking? Or your tummy feels like it is....

Forming Healthy Habits.

It’s funny how bad habits are easy to pick up and hard to ditch, but forming healthy habits seems to be a challenge!...

The Link Between Mental Health & Exercise

Top 3 Benefits of training with a partner.

You might be a lone wolf that likes to get your workouts done on your own, but did you know that working out with a friend...

The Link Between Mental Health & Exercise.

As the world becomes more receptive to understanding mental health issues and more emphasis is being put on how to be emotionally...

Why Meal Prep Is Important and how to do it.

We hear the words ‘meal prep’ and are immediately filled with dread. Images of hundreds of tupperwares and scales and...

The Ideal Work Out for the Active Athlete.

The legends of sport and household heroes like Usain Bolt, Cristiano Ronaldo, Rafael Nadal and Tiger Woods have been...

Why protein and water are essential to your work out.

Your body is a machine and to keep your machine running at optimum it’s performance level, you need to provide it with the tools...

Mentally recovering from an injury.

No matter our age, fitness levels or chosen activity, at some point in our life injuries are inevitable. Whilst some can be very...

What’s preventing you from losing weight.

Our intentions to kick the new year off with a bunch of resolutions to get healthier are all good and well, but the demotivation...

The difference between cardio and strength training.

Like salt and pepper or gin and tonic, cardio and strength training are a complimentary combination. Any well-rounded fitness program...

Avoid overindulging this festive season!

Whether our meal plan disappears with Santa’s reindeer or we simply don’t find the time to exercise, it’s certainly the season to...

Useful Tips for keeping active while on holiday

Avoid the trap of the holiday mindset. The festive season comes and goes, but good health stays with you forever. Just because your...

Have a stress free silly season

The end of every year can be stressful for some. Not only are we all tired after a long year of work and responsibilities...

How to Stick to your New year’s Resolutions

We all do it. It’s a new year, so it’s time for a new me! Firstly, there is nothing wrong with you but recognising the need....

The Science Behind Progressive Training

Progression is defined as the process of developing or moving gradually towards a more advanced state. At Body20, this is....

The Importance of Stretching

A good, long stretch after sitting at a desk all day can be super satisfying, but you do know how important it is to actually...

What you should know about taking pre-workout

These days, you can find a supplement for almost anything. From vitamins to dietary supplements to fads that...

3 Tips for a Healthy Headspace

We all have the things we like to do during our valuable down time. Most of the time this involves us lying on the couch...

The science behind EMS technology

Electro Muscle Stimulation (EMS) continues to receive an increasing amount of attention. Especially in the last few years, and...

The one thing you should be doing more of

One of the most overlooked and underrated nutrition and health benefits is also one of the simplest...

Three ultimate training tips to maximise your workout

Three training tips to maximise your workout

As with everything in life, we're always looking for the quick way out. Fad diets, get rich quick schemes. The "work smarter, not harder"...

Why you should be taking a rest day from gym

Doing more is not always better. The quality of your workouts is what will determine your successes and in order to train effectively...

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Body20 Cares: Fitness for a Cause

You Are What You Eat – Especially in Winter

A Practical Guide to Conquering the Comrades 2025

Prepare for Winter: Choose Progress Over Pause

Calories: Your Body’s Energy Currency

Should You Trade Your Gym Membership for Ozempic?

What to Expect at Your Body20 Demo Session

5 Reasons Why EMS is Perfect for Those Who "Hate" Working Out

Ditching Diet Culture: Embrace a Balanced Approach to Health and Wellness

Back to School Balance: Getting Back on Track

How to Enjoy Feasting during the Festive Season - Without Feeling Guilty

Fight Year-End Fatigue

Get Your Summer Body Ready – It’s Never Too Late

The Power of EMS to boost your Outdoor Adventures

Commit To Changing Your Lifestyle

The Value of a Accountability Buddy in Your Fitness Journey

The Key to Overcoming Setbacks and Staying Motivated in Your Fitness Journey

Winter Wellness: Combining Fitness with Self-Care

Winter-Proof Your Immune System

The Connection Between Physical and Mental Well-Being

Empowering Mental Well-being: Harnessing Technology and Exercise for a Healthier You

Feeling discouraged with your weight loss journey?

Technology-Driven Training for All Ages and Fitness Levels

Tips on How to Regain Inner Strength

Your Guide to a Healthy and Energetic Festive Celebration

Your Guide to Making Informed Dietary Choices

The Transformative Effects Of EMS

7 Tips To Mastering Daily Motivation

Unlocking Weight Loss with EMS Training

The Science of Weight Loss & Understanding the Basics

Drive Community Wellness With a Body20 Franchise

The Role of Nutrition in Your Fitness Journey

The Body20 Method to Harmonious Health

A Time-Efficient Approach To Fitness

The Body20’s EMS Training Blueprint

The Mind-Body Connection

The Power of Music

The Art of Mindful Movement

The Power of Laughter in Fitness

Achieving Optimal Nutrition

Enhance Mental Resilience

The Rejuvenating Power of EMS Training

Elevate Your Fitness Journey

Beating Food Addiction

Pre & Post Workout Rituals

5 Tips To Lower Cholesterol

Nootropics - Unlock Your "A” Game

How Body20 EMS Training Can Help You Stay Strong and Healthy as You Get Older

A guide to strengthening your mind to improve overall quality of life

How To Maintain A Healthy And Balanced Lifestyle In Winter

How EMS Fitness Training Can Help Athletes Reach Peak Performance

Functional Training: The Importance of Strengthening Your Muscles for Daily Life

The Connection Between Nutrition and Mental Health

The Effects of Technology on Physical and Mental Health

Top 10 Healthy Foods for Optimal Health

Ways to Reduce Stress

What Makes Body20 EMS Training Powerful

Healthy Habits For A Busy Lifestyle

How to get a good night’s rest by switching your mind

Prevent Injuries & Recovery

How to start over after failure

The truth about stress and how to reduce it

Importance of healthy eating during adolescence

How to kickstart your diet in 2023

Candida Albicans Overgrowth Causes & Treatments

Workout & Eat like a Pro-Athlete

Filling your emotional cup

Setting yourself up for success in 2023

Decadent Home-Made Nutella Pots

Avoiding excessive contemplation and social comparison

Franchising for the stay-at-home mom

The benefits of movement as medicine

The connection between mental health & food

Combatting common ailments with nutrition

Improve your resistance to stress

Common health & fitness challenges & how to fix them

How breast cancer early detection could save your life

How Early Prostate Cancer Detection Can Make the Difference

Keeping the Kilos Off After 40