Five benefits companies see from corporate wellness policies


Healthy employees are happier (and more productive) employees Corporate wellness first came about as a concept in the 90s and trickled down from larger corporations to becoming a major selling point for recruitment drives in the late 2000s. But why? Well, it turns out that aside putting the emphasis on treating staff like valued human […]
Sports for All Board of Directors commend Federation for activation of strong public and private sector partnerships


Board of Directors laud delivery track record during the summer months The Saudi Sports for All Federation (SFA) Board of Directors has praised the organization for its continued success at its latest quarterly meeting, congratulating the team members for leveraging its strong public and private sector partnerships during the summer months to increase mass participation […]
Day 2 of the Mummy and Me workout series with Coach Haya Sawan shows you how to make exercising with your little one a whole lot of fun


Coach Haya starts with a fun workout that she recommends doing the sequence for approximately three minutes, but of course you know your child’s abilities and energy levels. The first exercise is kick overs. Height-permitting, have your child stand directly in front of you and swing your leg over. If your child is too tall […]
Join Coach Haya Sawan to work up a sweat with your little one in Day 1 of the Mummy and Me workout series


Start the first Mummy and me workout with a fun warm up that Coach Haya turns into a game – great for keeping your little focused as you get your bodies moving and ensure you avoid injury. The first exercise includes a series a series of squat jumps and claps to keep the heart rate […]
Saudi Sports for All Federation and PepsiCo join forces and pledge to get the Kingdom actively moving towards Vision 2030


Two-year partnership supports Saudi Vision 2030’s ambitions of championing a more active lifestyle in Saudi, with new long-term “Harek” partnership The Saudi Sports for All Federation (SFA) and PepsiCo today announced a partnership that aims to make sports more accessible, facilitating a better quality and balanced lifestyle for people of all ages and abilities in […]
Sports for All series part III: Exercises for your best home workout


Taking a few minutes to exercise daily provides a myriad of physical and mental plusses. In this series, we are sharing some easy moves to help you stay active. Previous editions covered Jumping Jacks, Bird Dogs, Tricep Dips, Planks, Mountain Climbers, and more (Check out Part I and Part II here) Many health and wellness professionals […]
The benefits of meditation


Get a physical and mental boost from a few moments of solitude For many of us, the idea of meditation conjures up images of sitting cross-legged on the floor and trying hard to keep your eyes closed, but meditation is about more than zoning out and finding your inner Zen. Regular meditation is the ultimate […]
It’s time to take a hike!


Information, tips, and supplies that best prepare you to explore the great outdoors If you happen to follow any Saudi outdoor enthusiasts on Instagram, you may have seen a range of photos from their recent hikes coming up on your feed, spurring fantasies of walking outdoors and adding much-needed steps to your daily count. Add […]
Maintaining your marathon endurance


You may not train at the pre-marathon level forever, but you can maintain the stamina you’ll develop If running a marathon was on the cards for you this year or you’re planning to participate in the upcoming Step Together series, chances are you kept up your training. Here are some tips to tweak your training […]
Eight benefits that children get from participating in team sports


Aside from the physical perks of staying active, taking part in team sports will greatly benefit your child mentally and emotionally There is a lot to be said for solo pursuits when it comes to physical exercise but only working out alone can be lonely and your exercise routine could get a bit a stale. […]