A comprehensive exercise programme for women should be balanced, incorporating cardiovascular, strength, and flexibility training, but the focus should address changing hormonal, metabolic, and musculoskeletal needs across different life stages. Did You Know? Exercise is the number one form of preventive care. Key Statistics on Women’s Fitness in SA: - 68% of women are overweight or obese. - 10% of women aged 15–24 are classified as obese. - 67% of women reported being physic

Women generally live longer than men, a pattern supported by extensive scientific evidence across global populations. This longevity advantage for women is observed worldwide and has deep evolutionary roots. Global 2023–2025 data: • Average global life expectancy for females 76–76.4 years. • In many high-income countries, the gap is about 5–6 years, with the gap widening in places due to preventable causes. Key Scientific Reasons for Women’s Longevity Advantage: 1. Women have

Supplements can be extremely overwhelming. Looking at the packed shelves of numerous brand, all promising everything from longevity, to glowing skin and perfect heart health can really make decision-making impossible. All Ages… Multivitamin: A quality women’s multivitamin can help fill dietary gaps. Vitamin D & Calcium: Essential for building strong bones, especially in your 20s, and maintaining them as you age. Vitamin D helps your body absorb calcium. B Vitamins: Such as B1

Research in South Africa consistently indicates that women experience a higher prevalence of visual impairment (VI) and blindness than men. Globally, women make up two out of every three people with vision issues. Stats: - One 2024 study in Limpopo found that 56.1% of participants were women and the overall prevalence of VI was 61.5%. - A November 2024 study in the Eastern Cape observed that 76.4% of participants were female, and of those, 44.58% were affected by VI and blind