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Feeling sluggish and exhausted all the time? Blame it on stress and fatigue. When your cortisol levels soar, your body takes a hit and your immunity suffers.

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Feeling sluggish and exhausted all the time? Blame it on stress and fatigue. When your cortisol levels soar, your body takes a hit and your immunity suffers.

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Get your zest back by popping a supplement like Enervon With Vitamin C ($13.90 for 30 tablets, $39.90 for 100 tablets). Each tablet contains a vitamin B complex that aids metabolism for faster energy release, and vitamin C to keep germs and bugs at bay. Take this on a daily basis to help your body maintain peak performance even when things get stressful! Available at leading pharmacies, supermarkets, Chinese medical halls, Mustafa and Robinsons.

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RUN OFF THE BEATEN TRACK
A change in scenery plus a dose of fresh air will make you enjoy running even more. Don’t miss The Performance Series, a set of runs taking place in iconic landscapes in Singapore from May to December 2016. The first race in May brought more than 5,000 runners from Punggol Waterway Park to Coney Island Park, while the second in June was set by tranquil Jurong Lake. The subsequent races are happening in August, October and December. Visit www.theperformanceseries.com.

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COMPLEXION PERFECTER
Get glowing, healthy skin with the Orbis =U skincare line, consisting of Brightening Jelly Wash ($30), Moist Up Lotion ($46), Day Memory Moisture ($44) and Night Memory Moisture ($49). The key ingredient in the range is heat shock protein, which helps to restore and strengthen the skin’s natural enzymes that have been damaged by UV rays and ageing. Purchase any two items from the series and receive a complimentary Orbis =U Mask (worth $8) and Collagen The Beauty drink (worth $3.60.) Available at Orbis stores and counters, including the new outlet at #B2-03A Ngee Ann City. Visit www.orbis.com.sg.

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SHAPE UP AND BLISS OUT
Think of this as the ultimate wellness package: For just $58, you’ll earn yourself four entries to Amore gyms, a Botaroma Swedish Massage or an Algo Discovery Hydrating Facial, plus a chance at a sure-win lucky dip where you stand to get spa treatments (worth up to $94.16) like body polish, stress-relieving massage and more! The promotion is valid from now till July 31, 2016, and is open to all first-time customers. Quote “SHAPEAMORE” to redeem. Call 6336-6822 or visit www.amorefitness.com. Terms and conditions apply.

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STRIKE A BALANCE
In this gastronomy-driven culture, we are often guilty of consuming too much meat, rice, bread, pasta, coffee, alcoholic drinks and sugary stuff . In the long run, these foods can cause metabolic acids to accumulate in the body, which may negatively impact physiologic function. To counter the effects of acidic food, it’s important to load up on alkalising grub like fruits and vegetables. You can also add alkaline water to your diet. With a pH of 8.5, Yeo’s pH Infinity Alkaline Artesian Water ($1.60) can help to regulate the body’s acidity, while meeting daily fluid needs. Available at major supermarkets and convenience stores. Visit www.yeos.com.sg.

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ALL-ROUND FITNESS WATCH
Play music, track workouts and monitor heart rate all at once? Yes, you can, with the TomTom Spark Cardio + Music GPS Fitness Watch. It does everything a fitness tracker does, and even lets you tune in to your favourite songs via Bluetooth as you sweat it out. The built-in heart rate monitor helps maximise your training by providing audio feedback to step up or slow down. From now till Aug 31, get a free watch strap with every purchase of the TomTom Spark Cardio + Music GPS Fitness Watch. The timepiece retails for $399 at Outdoor Sports Travel (#01-65 Kallang Wave Mall). Offer is valid while stocks last. Visit www.tomtom.com/sports.

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$5 OFF YOUR NEXT RACE!
Love running events? Here’s a deal: Enjoy $5 off the registration fee when you sign up for one of the races under The Performance Series. Choose from the 2.5km, 5km and 10km categories, priced at $30, $40 and $50 respectively after discount. Simply use the code “5OFFCOMPRESSPORT” to redeem the offer. Visit www.theperformanceseries.com.

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FRUITY AND REFRESHING
When packing for a sunny day out, don’t forget to keep your body hydrated. Made with Australian sea salt and real fruit juice, Yeo’s Oceanic Lime Drink and Yeo’s Oceanic Pineapple Drink will help replenish the electrolytes that are lost through sweating, while keeping you cool and hydrated throughout. Priced at $1.60 each, the drinks are available at major supermarkets and convenience stores. Visit www.yeos.com.sg.

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PILATES FOR A BETTER YOU
At award-winning Powermoves Pilates in the Park, every session is a careful blend of strength and flexibility training, where you build endurance and power, improve posture and tone, plus enhance balance and coordination. After one session, you’ll walk away taller, stronger and more confident. For the month of July, win a complimentary pilates matwork class by being one of the first 20 to like Powermoves’ Facebook page, and write the phrase “Hello Powermoves!” on the wall. Get ready to transform your body and refresh your mind in the rustic charm of its studios in Dempsey Hill and at Novena Specialist Center.