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Creating healthy routines is key to building a healthy lifestyle. Take it step by step and most of all, see what works and is doable for you. Consistency and repetition over quick fixes!

So, where to start? At Zirtui we see 4 main areas or pillars of health: MOVEMENT, STRESS MANAGEMENT, SLEEP and FOOD. That’s why we invite experts in each domain to give specific and easy-to-implement tips to make your life healthier day after day .

Create your happy healthy long life. Be Zirtui.

Meet THE experts

Reginald Deschepper - dr. prof emeritus, anthropologist
Anja Hindrikx - breathwork coach and founder of Hara Room
Laurence Smagghe - physiotherapist & personal trainer
Klaar Mellen - foodie and co-founder NEZA health
Nancy Gheysens - health & wellbeing coach and lifespan psychologist
Sander Smets - personal coach at STERK
Andreas Delaere - physiotherapist and co-founder of Praktijk ROBUUST
Jolien Durwael - orthomolecular therapist, nutritionist and founder of goodgut
Ellen Crabbe - PhD in Molecular Biology & founder Zirtui

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Latest Articles

Can You Really Eat Your Way to Happiness? by Jolien Durwael

Handcraft and Well-being by Nancy Gheysens

Counting Calories? The Body Calculates Differently by Jolien Durwael

Sleep as Emotional “Edit Mode”: What If You Rework Your Stress at Night? by Reginald Deschepper

Feeling Stressed? Massage Therapy Might Help by Nancy Gheysens

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The Nuance of Strength Training: What Really Contributes to Healthy Aging? by Sander Smets

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Movement as Anti-Aging Biology: How Exercise Slows the Aging Process by Andreas Delaere

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Scandinavian Countries: Models of Stress Management and Happiness by Nancy Gheysens

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Jump Into the School Year (Literally) by Jolien Durwael

Children and Sleep: Back into the School Routine by Anja Hindrikx

Do Smartphones Play a Role in Stress and Well-being Among Children? by Reginald Deschepper

Movement Snacks by Sander Smets

Roasted Cauliflower Salad with a Lemon Tahini Dressing by Klaar Mellen

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Relieve Stress with Photography: How Art Can Help You Feel Better by Nancy Gheysens

Exercising During a Heatwave: How to Stay Active and Safe in High Temperatures by Jolien Durwael

Nutritious Eating on Holiday: How to Take Care of Yourself Without Dieting by Jolien Durwael

Sleeping on Vacation: How to Maintain Healthy Sleep Habits Even When Your Routine Changes - by Jolien Durwael

How Humor and Play Improve Our Lives - by Nancy Gheysens

What Is Zone 2 Training—and Why Should You Care (Especially as You Age)? - by Laurence Smagghe

Almond pancakes with chia marmalade by Klaar Mellen

Insomnia's Role in Accelerating Biological Aging: Insights from Epigenetic Clocks - by Ellen Crabbe

Your Breath is the Remote Control of Your Nervous System - by Anja Hindrikx

Why Squats, Lunges & Push-Ups are your Best Friends after 40 - By Laurence Smagghe

Egg Muffins - by Klaar Mellen

Rooted Like a Tree: Inner Peace and Strength - by Anja Hindrikx

The Power of Doing Deadlifts—another secret to staying young - by Laurence Smagghe

Get Your Body Spring-Ready: A Fresh Reset for More Energy and Balance - by Jolien Durwael

Effective Techniques to Fall Asleep Faster - by Anja Hindrikx

Meaningful Social Interactions as a Shield Against Stress - by Nancy Gheysens

The Ground-to-Stand Advantage - by Laurence Smagghe