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Courtney Black: ‘It’s my responsibility to educate girls about fitness and nutrition’

Mark Lomas October 3, 2023

After spending a decade building a substantial online following as one of the UK’s leading fitness influencers, Courtney Black is taking her work offline, into schools in both Britain and the UAE. Aiming to improve knowledge of fitness and healthy eating among teenage girls, in particular, Black has already delivered talks at some schools in Dubai and after recently moving to the UAE full-time, is now hoping to roll out a more extensive program across

Chill out at the UAE’s hottest new wellness centers

Harriet Shephard September 22, 2023

Offering life coaching, healing practices, yoga and much more, these some of the most exciting new wellness centers in the UAE.

Why alcohol-free vacations are booming in the UAE

Harriet Shephard September 8, 2023

Industry experts explore why ‘Sober stays’ – or vacations with no alcohol – are emerging as a leading travel trend.

Fitness influencer Olivia Jarvis: 5 tips for attainable wellness

Harriet Shephard August 3, 2023

Dubai-based British fitness trainer Olivia Jarvis discusses the importance of not over training, and why a holistic approach to wellness is essential.

Boxing is therapy

Harriet Shephard July 14, 2023

Boxing is a popular workout for a reason: it offers all the fitness benefits of the real thing, all without the intimidation of stepping into a ring or risking any real blows. One of Dubai’s most popular studios, Boxica in Studio City, has been doing a brisk business post-pandemic by going beyond boxing to offer unique mix of strength, indoor cycling and circuit-style workouts. The founder of this growing movement is Cyrus Rustom, a former member of the elite