Health & Fitness

The Virseker Noordvaal Cup is one of South Africa's oldest and most respected school rugby tournaments. Since its inception in 1920, it has grown into a tournament that measures the strength of an entire rugby programme, not just a single team.

Whether you’re an athlete, looking to feel better in your own skin, or just need something that fits into a busy schedule, we’ve got you. Think of this as your personal breakdown to help you pick the right tool for the job.

In this guide, we explore the science behind whey protein and how its unique biological profile helps you reach your training goals and improve overall wellness.

If you are training while trying to lose weight, creatine might be one of the most underrated tools you are not using. Nutritional Performance Labs explores how creatine can complement a healthy weight loss journey.

If there is one thing that defines the Yellow Army, it is a refusal to slow down. Whether you’re grinding it out every day at the gym, a mountain of work, you are constantly pouring your energy into the things you think are worthwhile. 

Whether you are new to training or refining your supplement stack, Nutritional Performance Labs breaks down common protein options available in South Africa and helps you choose the right one.

Creatine is the most researched sports supplement on the market, but what does that mean exactly? Nutritional Performance Labs explores creatine and how it can benefit you. 

In this guide, we explain what creatine is, how it works, the benefits of taking it and how to use it effectively to support both performance and general wellness.

On Saturday, 18 April 2026, our second annual Yellow Army Trail Run brought over 250 runners to the start line at Syringa Park, Avianto Estate. Despite a good amount of rain the night before and a chilly start to the morning, the Yellow Army was not deterred, and we saw our soldiers brave the muddy trails with smiles on their faces.

FemmeFit Fest 2026 brings 1000 women together in Johannesburg for workouts, wellness brands and a vibrant outdoor fitness experience at Syringa Park. 

Health and fitness advice has never been more accessible, or more overwhelming. As more people prioritise their wellbeing and turn to social media for guidance, advice on workouts, nutrition and overall wellness makes up a huge portion of what you scroll through each day.

Most people begin their journey full of motivation, raring to go. The excitement of progress and visible change often leads to training all out from day one. Many don’t realise that their bodies are starting on the back foot.

A decade after launching one of South Africa’s most recognised body transformation challenges, NPL is raising the bar with BodyRev X. Now in its 10th edition and unveiled shortly after the brand celebrated its 10th birthday, this milestone challenge signals a sharper, more focused era for Body Revolution

2025 has been a huge year for Nutritional Performance Labs. We turned ten and shifted our entire operation to a new facility, all without missing a beat. Reaching both milestones has made us reflect on how far we’ve come, but everything still goes back to the same idea we began with. We wanted to create supplements people could trust. Ten years later, that focus has never changed.

The shorts, caps, visors and running clubs are all making a reappearance, and just like your workouts and gear shift for the season, your fuel needs should adapt to the summer heat.

Remember popping that dome-shaped, tin-foil-covered treat into the basket at the till? Unwrapping it later, knowing you were about to satisfy your sweet tooth properly? Sweetie Pie has been part of South Africa's snack culture for decades. It's one of those treats people talk about fondly, especially if you grew up here in the 80s and 90s.

Wellness shouldn't be a solo journey, especially for women. That's why this Women's Day, we brought together over 600 women of all ages and fitness levels at Syringa Park, Avianto Estate for the biggest FemmeFit Fest yet! Because there's something powerful that happens when women move together.

Push beyond comfort, Pause when needed, Refuel what's lost. But the most important part? You Go Again. Endurance means pushing when your body wants to stop, and having the right fuel to help you do it. Our new NPL Hydrade Endurance Range bridges the gap between effort and the finish line.