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HIGH FUNCTIONING ANXIETY IS THIS THE NEW NORMAL? ADAPTOGENS
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THE WORLD’S FIRST DISTILLED NON-ALCOHOLIC SPIRITS
‘WHAT TO DRINK WHEN YOU’RE NOT DRINKING ® ’
MAGIC MUSHROOMS 8 EPIDEMIC OF FEAR 12 STYLE EDIT 14
ESCAPE Urban Oasis 22 RECIPES 28
LIFE WITH Daniel MacPherson 34 BODY LOVE 40 ACTIVE MEDITATION 44 TREND REPORT 45
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As we have been preparing this winter issue, I’ve delved deep into the wonderful world of Ayurvedic and Traditional Chinese Medicine, where I’ve discovered the healing power of adaptogenic herbs. Adapta-whats? Yeah, that was my first reaction when I starting hearing all the hype around these miracle-working, plant-based power foods. But, despite the act ua l scientific na me for t hem, seems I’ve been incorporating plenty of these wonder drugs into my diet over the last year and didn’t even realise it – and you probably have been, too! Turn to page 9 to read all about them. Since my diagnosis of adrenal fatigue I’ve turned to these Ayurvedic herbs to help support the healthy function of not only my nervous system, but my adrenal glands, incorporating 3.PURE MINERAL MAKEUP powerful adaptogens like ashwagandha, centella asiatica, THAT NOURISHES YOUR SKIN dashamoola, triphala and tulsi to name a few. I mix them up on the stove with almond milk, and have them every night before bed, adding a little turmeric blend and honey to up the 2.CERTIFIED CRUELTY-FREE anti-inflammatory effects. It tastes like warm nut milk and I BY CCIC have certainly seen a vast improvement in my sleep patterns and general day-to-day energy. If you feel like you could do with a bit of a boost - I encourage you to seek advice from a practitioner on the best herbs for you. Speaking of rest and rejuvenation, we also paid a visit to Melbourne’s hottest new relaxation destination, Willow Urban Retreat (featured page 22). Here, I’ve learned all about the art of Ayurveda, the ancient Indian healing modality and, to be honest, I’m head over heels with its philosophies. So with winter well and truly set in, perhaps it’s time to hibernate a little more, delve deeper into what your body is needing, up your self-love and explore some things that may not necessarily be your norm.
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MAGIC MUSHROOMS Functional medicine practitioners have long touted the healing power of plants. And, if the hype is anything to go by, the wellness industry’s latest obsession might be the next big game-changer. TIANNA NADALIN writes.
ou know you’re onto a good thing (or at least a controversial one) when the wellness guru herself, Gwyneth Paltrow, is singing its praises. But while adaptogens might be, to quote Mugatu, so hot right Ynow, healing herbs are far from a new concept. They have been used by Ayurvedic and Traditional Chinese Medicine doctors to treat a range of ailments and maladies for centuries. But it wasn’t until the term was officially coined by Russian scientist N.V. Lazarev in 1947 (who used it to describe a non-specific effect that increases the body’s resistance to stress) that the rest of the world started to catch on. Now, with the explosion of supplements and superfoods onto the market, as well as influential wellness cognoscenti touting their incredible benefits, it seems only natural that adaptogenic herbs have become the latest must-have accessory to add to your health toolkit.
SO, WHAT ARE THEY? Adaptogens are herbs that can reduce the effects of stress on the body. Whether that stress is psychological, physiological or related to something else entirely, these healing herbs can help to normalise and restore functions that have been altered by stress. But what does that really mean, you ask? Like their name suggests, adaptogens help the body adapt. While they don’t perform a specific action or function per se, they can upregulate or downregulate a particular response to restore homeostasis and return the body to a perfect state of balance. Stressed out? They’ll help calm you down. Tired? They’ll give you an energy boost. Low libido? They help get you, er, in the mood. And that’s not to mention the myriad beauty benefits of including these exquisite elixirs in your diet (hello, dewy skin and shiny hair). »
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HOW DO THEY WORK? SO THEY’RE PRETTY MUCH A ASIAN GINSENG WONDER DRUG, RIGHT? Ginseng is perhaps one of the most Adaptogens work by supporting your There are so many purported benefits talked about and widely studied herbs adrenals. They impact your HPA axis of taking adaptogens that it’s hard in the world. It has proven anti-in- (hypothalamic/pituitary/adrenal axis), not to want to go and stock up on all flammatory effects, can regulate blood which controls endocrine function, of them. But before you go spending sugar, and is often used to provide an as well as the nervous system and your hard-earned, it’s important to energy boost – hence its inclusion in some immune functions (so, basically note that there isn’t a huge body of most energy drinks. everything in the body). The other scientific evidence to back up many of system is the SAS, or sympatho-adre- the claims made about the efficacy of MACA nal system, which is responsible for our these so-touted miracle herbs. This is Maca is a plant native to South America. fight or flight response. Research by Dr not to say that they are ineffective – as It is beneficial for reducing fatigue Alexander Panossian, published in the there is literally centuries worth of and enhancing overall vitality, and its journal Pharmaceuticals, highlights that anecdotal evidence to suggest they are favourable effects on mood may help to adaptogens can also work on a cellular but, like everything, do your research alleviate symptoms of anxiety. It is also level to ensure mitochondria (the to find the ones that are safe for you. helpful if you need a little libido boost. powerhouses of cells) are functioning properly even when under chronic stress. LIQUORICE ROOT Though they all, on some level, help your “ This delicious root is ideal for regulating body deal with stress, they each have hormones, particularly those associated vastly different functions and, therefore, Adaptogens can with stress, thus elevating mood. It is effects on the body. Some herbs are also effective at fighting inflammation stimulating, others calming, some speed upregulate or and can improve digestion. up digestion, others slow it down; their downregulate a particular benefits are endless. ASHWAGANDHA response to restore Referred to as the king of herbs in HOW CAN YOU INCLUDE MORE OF Ayurveda, ashwagandha is a all- THEM IN YOUR DIET? homeostasis and return rounder that can improve everything the body to a perfect state from mood and emotional wellbeing to Adaptogens are plants, which means memory, focus and endurance. they are generally safe for consumption of balance. and can easily fit into your daily routine. TULSI Buy them in capsule or powdered form ” Also known as holy basil, tulsi is used and add them to smoothies, soups, baked by Ayurvedic practitioners to alleviate goods or into treats like bliss balls or stress, headaches, colds, digestive raw brownies. Many of the herbs are EIGHT ADAPTOGENS TO ADD TO problems and inflammation. available as teas that you can sip on. Or, YOUR DIET if you’ve been prescribed a herbal mix by your naturopath or TCM practitioner, CHAGA RHODIOLA ROSEA you can combine the tincture with water. Chaga is a type of fungus that grows If you’re in need of a mental boost, Be careful if self-medicating, though, as on birch trees in Siberia and other rhodiola (golden root, rose root, some do have contraindications (such cold regions like Alaska and Northern Aaron’s rod) is effective for improving as liquorice root, which can be unsafe Canada. The magic, antioxidant- mood and alleviating depression. for pregnant women and can cause high dense mushroom is said to slow the blood pressure, low potassium levels process of ageing and is often used to REISHI and weakness, and ashwagandha, which improve skin health and treat various Traditional Chinese Medicine uses can cause stomach upset, diarrhea and skin conditions such as psoriasis and reishi to calm the spirit. It has been used vomiting). And only use adaptogens eczema. It also alleviates hunger, boosts for more than 2,000 years to reduce from reputable brands, approved by the energy and can help with stomach and anxiety, alleviate insomnia, combat Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA). intestinal pain. fatigue, and lower blood pressure.
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While it’s not yet recognised as an with a smile on your face. You are SIGNS official mental health diagnosis, high probably punctual and organised and A little nervousness or worry is normal functioning anxiety has become a always one step ahead when it comes to EPIDEMIC from time to time (like before a big job catch-all term that refers to people planning. You’re a high-achiever who interview, during an exam or when who live with anxiety, but who either is detail oriented, neat and tidy and going on a first date). It can even be good don’t realise it, or who identify as who always gives 110 per cent. Some OF FEAR for you as this kind of situational anxiety functioning reasonably well in spite of your over-the-top characteristics can help you feel alert or focused. of it. might seem cute, even endearing, to Successful and in control. Ambitious and It’s not until these increased levels of others – like your nervous chatter or anxiety or worry start to infiltrate and motivated. High-achieving and perfectionistic. need for constant reassurance - but A GLOBAL ISSUE impact your everyday life – rendering success, it seems, comes at a cost. With This is the new face of anxiety. even seemingly minor tasks, such as the perceived good comes the very real Anxiety is the most common mental household chores or a friend taking a long bad and, in the case of high functioning TIANNA NADALIN writes. health condition in Australia and time to return a text message, capable anxiety, underneath that veil of over- affects more than two million Aussies of triggering uncontrollable fears or achievement and outward happiness is every year – a staggering 14 per cent a feeling that something terrible will a hidden suffering. of the population. On average, one happen – that it becomes problematic. rom the outside, it looks like you’re the picture of in three women and one in five men “ According to beyondblue, the symptoms success. You have a great job. You’re organised. will experience the condition at some of anxiety conditions can be insidious as Ambitious. Driven. Motivated. You’re the person stage in their life, and a further 10 per they often develop slowly over time and, who always arrives at the office early, impeccably cent of the population will experience Anxiety is the most given we all experience some anxiety Fdressed and with not a single hair out of place. You can be social phobia. at various points in our lives, it can be common mental health counted on to pull through when a deadline is looming and, And we’re not alone. The global state hard to pinpoint how much is too much. no matter how much pressure you’re under, you always of anxiety is now reaching epidemic condition in Australia and Normal anxiety tends to be limited in maintain a cool, calm and collected composure. You’re a proportions, with an estimated 264 affects more than two time and connected with a stressful typical Type A overachiever who is always overthinking, million people living with anxiety situation or event, whereas the kind overanalysing and striving for perfection. And, to top it all disorders, according to 2015 figures million Aussies every year. experienced by people with an anxiety off, you love being busy so your social calendar is always from the World Health Organisation. condition is more frequent or persistent booked out weeks in advance. G i v e n a n x i e t y ’ s r e a c h a n d p e n e t r a t i o n , ” (signs and symptoms are present for But while your life might seem enviable to others, behind it hardly seems surprising that six months or more, and on more days that seemingly perfect façade, you’re fighting a constant increasing numbers of people than not). It is not always connected You might end up with a lot of wasted battle. That ambition you have? It’s underpinned by a deep everywhere are identifying with a to an obvious challenge, and impacts time because you arrive too early to fear of failure. Your perfectionism? It’s all about trying to high-functioning manifestation of on their quality of life and day-to-day appointments or social gatherings prove that you’re good enough. And your motivation to the condition. functioning. This includes physical (and end up sitting in your car for half succeed is driven by the acute paranoia in your head that symptoms as well excessive worrying an hour scrolling through Instagram tells you everybody is just waiting for you to fail. It’s these to the point that everyday activities like while waiting for the clock tick over). fears that push you to be, to quote the great philosopher working, studying or socialising become THE GREAT IMPOSTER You’re a people pleaser who finds it Kanye West, bigger, better, faster, stronger. difficult. Physical symptoms include difficult to say no, which means you This is the face of high functioning anxiety, a new panic attacks, hot and cold flushes, a One of the most difficult aspects of often end up overloaded and, ultimately, manifestation of anxiety that, while not an official racing heart, tightening of the chest, high functioning anxiety is that, on exhausted. You tend to ruminate and diagnosis, is one with which increasing numbers of people quick breathing, restlessness, or feeling the surface, you probably appear to overthink, well, pretty much everything, are identifying. tense, wound up and edgy. Psychological be very successful in work and life. which means you often find it difficult to Unlike the more typical portrait of anxiety – one of paralysing symptoms include excessive fear, worry, People probably think you have your just switch off and relax and might even panic attacks, irrational fears and reclusive, withdrawn catastrophising, or obsessive thinking. sh*t together, which makes admitting have trouble sleeping. You’ve probably behaviours – people suffering with high functioning anxiety And behavioural symptoms include any weakness or suffering all the also become very good at putting on your often use their symptoms as way of propelling themselves avoidance of situations that make you more challenging. poker face and find it difficult to show into action. It’s a never ending cycle of fear feeding on fear, feel anxious, which can impact on study, If you have high functioning anxiety, your true feelings to anyone, even your whereby the sufferer is in a constantstate of nervous unrest. work or social life. chances are you’re outgoing and closest friends. Instead you bottle them Whether it’s the thought of a messy house or a missed happy (at least outwardly), and always up and tell yourself you’ll deal with them deadline, anything that could be perceived as a failure or an IF YOU OR SOMEONE YOU KNOW IS rock up at work or a social engagement in a future that never comes . SUFFERING, CONTACT BEYONDBLUE. imperfection is enough to set your anxiety levels soaring.»
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Escape the city at Melbourne’s most luxurious new wellness retreat. TIANNA NADALIN writes.
wave of calm washes over you from the moment you step behind the heavy-set glass door of Willow Urban Retreat. Warm lights beckon you beyond its stunningly restored heritage-listed grey façade, Awhere purified air, a neutral colour palette and pared-back materials set the soothing scene. Notes of cedar wood, lavender, vanilla and citrus envelop your senses, wrapping you up in a warm, welcoming hug, while soft, natural light, muted textures and pops of lush greenery add to the sense of tranquillity, transporting you far away from the hustle and bustle of High Street, Armadale’s bustling strip. That Willow feels like it could just as easily be at home in Greece or Japan is not coincidence. The world-class wellness sanctuary, which was five years in the making, has considered every possible detail, taking into account modern and ancient wellness practices to create a luxurious urban retreat that seamlessly balances old and new, mind and body, yin and yang.
But this holistic approach to wellness was born well before the building began taking shape. Owner Sharon Bassat, a former teacher, engaged Melbourne-based architecture and interior design firm Meme nearly four years ago, with the vision of creating a space that embodied the principles of wellness from the ground up. That meant exploring how architecture and design can actively contribute to human health, and integrating the latest innovations to encourage restoration, relaxation and rejuvenation. “The project investigated how the quality of air, temperature, noise and light all affect our experience of space,” lead designer Melanie Beynon says. “The combined alchemy of water, earth, metal and wood evokes a connection to nature, uncluttering the mind for a heightened sense of space, repose and silence.”»
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“It’s an urban sanctuary,” says general CLASSES WHAT THE RETREAT OFFERS manager and wellness director Amanda Wilson, who has spent 20 From natural therapies, massage Willow’s holistic approach recognises and support wellbeing. The light-filled years working with luxury spas around and movement classes to wellness that movement is paramount for healing space is already a hit among retreaters the world. “A place that promotes and consultations, infrared saunas, reiki and, therefore, offers an extensive and locals alike, with an organic, educates about physical, nutritional, and aromatherapy steam showers, the range of movement and mindfulness farm-to-table ethos, as well as a mental and social wellbeing, where options at Willow are endless. classes, including rebounding, hatha dedication to presenting food in a way you can come to escape from city Book in for a consultation with yoga, qigong, meditation and sound that delights all of the senses. stressors and stresses; a place that resident Ayurvedic physician Kalyan bath healing - to complement and feels like a wellness destination, but Chakravarthy, who has a master’s enrich people on their journey towards HOW IT WORKS that is also convenient and accessible degree in Ayurvedic pharmacology optimum health. to your everyday life.” and is credited with melding modern “Part of the retreat philosophy is to If you’re feeling like a dose of relaxation, To achieve this, Willow has enlisted a theories of health with the timeless treat people holistically, which means a one-day wellness intensive or team of hand-picked experts - from wisdom of ancient Ayurveda. Or, if we structure our classes to work you’re looking for a long term health naturopathic and Traditional Chinese you prefer a more scientific approach with circadian rhythms,” Amanda commitment, Willow has an array of Medicine practitioners to facialists, to wellness, you can see Dr Leela explains. “That means the more active options and can meet you at whatever intuitive healers, mindfulness Klein, who holds a Bachelor of Health classes are in the morning and then stage of the journey you’re at. Book teachers, Ayurvedic physicians and Science (Chinese Medicine). restorative activities in the afternoons in for a one-off treatment or class, celebrated chefs - to help design, There are also a range of educational and evenings.” a one-day wellness immersion or, if innovate and execute its holistic you’re looking for a more personalised classes and workshops covering CAFE wellness ideals. everything from cooking to program, they can even tailor a mindfulness, to ensure you journey No wellness retreat would be complete retreat to your specific goals or needs. doesn’t end when you leave the retreat. without a nourishment component, For a limited time, Willow is also offering “Conceptually, it was about providing and the café at Willow is no exception. foundation memberships that cost little a sanctuary where you can chose what It is helmed by chef Nick Cree (ex more than what you’re probably already speaks to you the loudest,” Amanda Supernormal, Top Paddock), who worked paying for the gym. says. “We are honouring ancient Eastern with Willow’s resident naturopath to healing philosophies, but also catering create nourishing, nutrient-dense WILLOW URBAN RETREAT : 1203 HIGH STREET to more modern modalities as well.” meals designed to encourage healing ARMADALE VICTORIA AUSTRALIA 3143
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SPAGHETTI CLEANSING GREEN SOUP CHOC CHIP COOKIES LOW-CARB SPAGHETTI Cleansing Green Soup RECIPE by Sarah Bell Prep + cook time: 20 minutes. Serves 6. AND MEATBALLS Prep + cook time: 30 minutes. Serves 4 Prep + cook time: 1 hour. Serves 4 ANDWITH MEATBALLS TAMARI TEMPEH INGREDIENTS INGREDIENTS ¼ cup rice malt syrup INGREDIENTS 1 leek, thinly sliced ¼ cup softened coconut oil (not melted) 500g chicken mince 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil 1 free-range egg 2 garlic cloves, crushed 500g broccoli, cut into pieces, including stalk 1½ tsp vanilla bean powder or alternative 1 tbsp fresh oregano 2 cups peas 1 tbsp pure maple syrup 1 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped 2 cups silverbeet, chopped 1 tbsp almond butter 1 tbsp fresh basil, finely chopped 2 cups broth (either vegetable, chicken or beef) 1 cup high quality dark chocolate 1 tsp dried Italian herbs 250g tempeh, cut into slices ½ tsp cinnamon 1 onion, diced 2 tbsp tamari 1 tsp stevia 700g passata sauce 1 tbsp sesame oil + 1 tbsp for cooking Pinch of salt ½ cup ricotta cheese Sea salt, to taste 1½ cups oats ¼ cup pecorino cheese ½ tsp baking soda ½ cup sugar snap peas METHOD 3-5 zucchini Pour extra-virgin olive oil into a large casserole METHOD Fresh buffalo mozzarella, to taste pan and bring to a medium heat. Add leeks and Preheat the oven to 170°C Salt and pepper, to taste stir frequently. 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil Once leeks are tender, add broccoli and broth. Blend the oats in a blender until they become Place the lid on so that the steam helps to cook a fine powder. Combine the vanilla extract, METHOD the broccoli more quickly. When the broccoli egg, rice malt syrup, almond butter, coconut In a large bowl, thoroughly combine the chicken is just tender (be careful not to overcook), oil, cinnamon and stevia in a bowl and mix mince, garlic, oregano, parsley, basil, Italian herbs, add peas and silverbeet, stirring to combine. everything together until well combined. ricotta cheese, pecorino, salt and pepper.
In a small bowl, place slices of tempeh, sesame Stir in the oat flour, baking soda and salt until Using a fry-pan, heat 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil oil and tamari. Toss gently to coat. well combined, then add desired amount of until hot. Spoon chicken mix into even balls and Add extra sesame oil to a fry-pan and bring to chocolate chips and mix together. place in the hot pan, one at a time. Seal each a medium heat. Add the tempeh and fry until side of the ball in the oil and then continue until golden on each side. Once cooked. Spoon mixture into 12 cookie balls and flatten all balls are complete. Set aside until ready to serve. slightly on a tray lined with baking paper. They spread out whilst cooking so be sure to leave Once sealed, place diced onion in the pan with Once the silverbeet and peas are just cooked, enough space in between each. meatballs and brown. Add passata sauce and transfer soup mix to a heat resistant blender or simmer for 10-15 minutes until meatballs are food processor and blend until smooth. Season Cook for 8-10 minutes until golden brown. cooked all the way through and sauce thickens. with sea salt as desired. Allow to cool for a few minutes before Whilst cooking, bring a small saucepan of water To serve divide soup among four bowls and top transferring to a cooling rack. to the boil. Place in sugar snap peas and simmer with tempeh, a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil for 5 minutes. Once cooked, remove from heat. and some additional fresh herbs and sesame seeds, if desired. Prepare the zucchini noodles using a spiralizer. To assemble, mix the snow peas and zucchini noodles on a plate. Spoon on meatballs with sauce, top with mozzarella, fresh basil, extra pecorino and salt and pepper.
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Dan MacPherson From triathlete to action hero. How Australia’s lovable, boy next door set his sights on Hollywood after deciding to change the course of his career. BROOKE MEREDITH writes
e’s the lovable Sydney-born star, known to kids of the 90s for his heartthrob, boy next door character Joel Samuels on Neighbours. To the rest of the world, the name Daniel MacPherson means CityH Homicide and Dancing With The Stars. Hell, he even claimed title of ‘most beautiful man’ in the March issue of WHO magazine. Talk about some serious Australian street cred! And, like many before him, the once-upon-a-time Neighbours star has taken the well-worn path from Ramsay Street to Hollywood in attempt to change the course of his career, striving for bigger and better, self-fulfilment and the life-long dream of making it on the big screen. Dan puts his success down to perseverance and commitment with his most recent success being a lead role in the British-American series Strike Back, in which he plays US Sergeant Samuel Wyatt. He also featured in the recent Disney blockbuster A Wrinkle in Time alongside Reese Witherspoon, Chris Pine and queen Oprah Winfrey. The 37-year-old is also a seasoned triathlete, competing in more than six Ironman competitions and is no stranger to gruelling fitness regimens. But these days, instead of running the race of run, bike, swim, it goes a little something like, run, jump, shoot - hanging out of Black Hawk helicopters over the Dead Sea, running through alleyways in Budapest and jumping off bridges in Malaysia blowing up just about everything in sight. Every boy’s dream, right? “You bet ya,” the Hollywood hunk said when we caught up with him in his now home town of sunny LA. It might have been a roller coaster of a ride, but Dan says it has been well worth it. »
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Verdad Shirt; Ashleys Own onepeice. We hear many success stories of fellow You’re best known in the US for Was action always on the cards? Aussies taking the plunge and moving your role as Sergeant Samuel Wyatt I kind of fell into it through films to LA to chase their dreams. How was in Cinemax’s Strike Back. Can you like Infini and Osiris Child. Coming this transition for you? Was it a hard remember the moment you found out from a sports background, it was a slog or did you slide right in? you had landed the gig? natural fit. As a triathlon and multi It was a tough transition for sure, but I hadn’t worked for almost a year sports fan, fitness has always been I was excited by the challenge and at that point, then I had this run of part of my life. I still train twice a day throwing myself into the unknown. auditions that went really well. I got whether I’m working or not. Roles I’d had a great career in Australia the lead in a gritty indie film called like Strike Back are the dream, where and London up to that point, doing Generational Sins, I landed a role as a I get to combine that training and everything from musical theatre to District Attorney on a FOX series in change my physicality for a specific hosting Dancing with the Stars. I think Chicago called APB, I got a small role character. On set the amount of skills it was about 15 years non-stop when I in A Wrinkle in Time, being directed by we have to master is huge - from decided it was time to go to the US. LA the incredible Ava DuVernay, and then stunt fighting to fight training that was literally starting again from the a callback for Strike Back! It was a crazy includes anything from knives to pool very bottom, but I loved that. I didn’t time! Something just clicked. For Strike cues. Weapons handing of all types of have a reputation to fall back on so Back, I had to fly to London for three firearms, pistols and rifles, as well every positive result I have had in LA days of chemistry tests and military as mounted machine guns. Add to over the last few years is down to hard boot camp. It was like acting ‘Survivor’. that the gym regimen to put on 10kgs work. And that’s incredibly satisfying. I made to the final day but there were to look like a soldier. The fitness still plenty of actors left in the mix. program to simply be able to survive Were there ever moments you thought an eight-month shoot like ours, and you were in over your head? What the recovery/injury management, it’s techniques do you use to overcome a year round commitment, but I love doubt and fear? “ it. Action is a genre like no other. Totally. I didn’t work for over two years when I got here. From getting a visa, to getting an agent, to getting set up There was certainly plenty What kind of training and preparation here, I had to just keep my head down of doubt as to whether I goes into playing such a physical and and chip away. I went and sought out mentally demanding role like this? the best accent coaches I could find and was being stupid turning Aside from the huge physical aspect, started working with the best acting down work in Australia the emotional part of playing an active teachers I could find. It was a time of big US serviceman who battles with PTSD, investment in the improvement of my to chase the dream in LA. is something I take with a great amount craft and my skill set and I just had to But, if it hadn’t worked of responsibility. I’ve had a huge amount stay positive that it was going to pay off of support from both US and Australian one day. Thankfully it has! It’s been such out, we still would’ve had military veterans and I’ve learned so a huge progression to where I am now. an amazing adventure much about the battles they face when I’m very proud of what I have done over they return home. I’ve been fortunate the last five years and the way I did it. living in California. enough to speak first-hand with some incredible people who’ve shared so I obviously had the support of my ” many personal stories with me that wonderful wife, Zoe, who was on the have helped shape this character and same career journey, and that was this experience for me. incredible. I’ve always had a pretty positive attitude towards taking myself The challenge comes on set in trying to out of my comfort zone so I wasn’t I flew back to the USA and back to get the balance right in the combination fearful. There was certainly plenty work on APB. I finally found out one of the truth of what these soldiers of doubt as to whether I was being month later via text on a flight back are experiencing, and the heightened stupid turning down work in Australia from Chicago that I’d landed the role reality that Strike Back does so well. to chase the dream in LA. But, if it in Strike Back. I’ll never forget it. I In Australia, we have a silent epidemic hadn’t worked out, we still would’ve was looking down at LA with tears of servicemen and women suffering had an amazing adventure living in in eyes, just so stoked that I had PTSD and similar issues, as well as California, making great friends, and landed my first US series lead for a an alarming rate of suicide among I could have returned home satisfied character that I absolutely loved. I veterans. I’d encourage anyone to look knowing that I’d given it everything. think the tears were as much relief from into organisations like Mates 4 Mates It was good to remind myself of that the years of hard work as they were and Soldier On, and see how you may during those tough first few years. from just being so pumped about it. be able to help. It’s important stuff.
39 TO SEE THE FULL EDITORIAL, HEAD TO ACONSCIOUSCOLLECTION.COM A CONSCIOUS COLLECTION Follow Dan Health and fitness are a huge Who are your biggest role models Do you have any advice for aspiring @DANMACPHERSON part of your life. What are your and why? actors and anyone on the path to non-negotiables when it comes to I’m inspired by so many amazing men chasing their dreams? nutrition and training? and women. My mother, my sister, my Work hard, read lots, watch films, I just need to do something everyday. wife. Powerful voices for justice & study the greats, understand your own Travelling so much, I’m no good at hotel equality like Ava Duvernay. Work wise, emotions, feel deeply, be brave and room workouts, I need to get outside. I do look a lot to guys of my generation don’t give up. If you really want it, then I can make the best of a hotel gym, and who are just exceptional at their put the last one in capitals. I’m nearly always doing my first session work, and craft. Actors like Cillian of the day fasted or on black coffee only. Murphy, Michael Fassbender and We can’t wait to watch your continued I drink one to two litres of water first Tom Hardy. I’ve studied the careers success. What can we expect? thing. I’ve done a bit of everything over of award-winning actors like Russell The new season of Strike Back is on the years, but in the last 12 months I’ve Crowe and Denzel Washington. I’m Showcase on Foxtel in 2019. been both running as well as doing inspired by actors who go the extra Crossfit in Santa Monica and Budapest, mile in their commitment to roles. where I was based in 2017. It works well Heath Ledger was a master and was for the body shape I need for Strike Back, set to become one of the greats. and it’s stuff I’ve never done before so it’s DAN’S DAY as challenging mentally as it is physically. I’m a gear snob, too, to be honest. I’m ON A PLATE obsessed with good mens’ gym gear. When I find apparel or shoes that I like, I buy multiples! I run in Newton running “ PRE-MORNING WORKOUT shoes, and like them so much that I am a BLACK COFFEE partner in the import and distribution of When it comes down to them in Australia. I also need good headphones. I’ve been it, I just want to be a good MORNING using the Bose Wireless Soundsport husband, son, brother 9AM: BULLETPROOF COFFEE USING MCT recently. Pre-workout and protein OIL AND ORGANIC UNSALTED BUTTER changes depending on my diet at any and friend, and to work at given time. I’ve been using Cellucor most the highest level I BREAKFAST recently and love it. 11AM: 4 EGGS, 4 RASHES OF BACON, I had been meditating on and off for a possibly can. AVOCADO AND KIMCHI couple of years but last October I made the decision to do it every morning. ” My routine now is wake, water, make LUNCH a bulletproof coffee, then meditate for GREEN LEAFY SALAD WITH SALMON, 20 minutes using the Headspace app. OLIVE OIL, AVOCADO, ALMONDS I’ve been going strong for eight months In terms of role models, it’s tough. now, and the clarity and creativity it has There’s a book called Tools of Titans SNACK brought me is incredible. by Tim Ferris that talks about the PROTEIN SHAKE WITH ALMOND MILK, routines and habits of some of the most AND MAYBE SOME ALMOND BUTTER You are big on the Keto diet. When successful men and women across a STRAIGHT OFF THE SPOON were you introduced to this and how range of vocations. It’s been a great has it assisted with your goals? resource for me. When it comes down I only started on it this year, using a to it, I just want to be a good husband, DINNER nutritionist for the first time to prepare son, brother and friend, and to work at GREEN LEAFY SALAD WITH PROTEIN OR for this season of filming. I don’t think it the highest level I possibly can. GREEN VEG, OLIVE OIL AND NUTS will work for everyone, and nor should it. Every human is unique and so the way we eat needs to be unique to our bodies. What’s the best part about living in LA? Keto worked immediately for me. I was 300 days of sunshine a year, surf at burning through body fat, I was way less the end of your street in Santa Monica, If I’m loosening it up a little, there are bloated and my general inflammation was incredible mountain trails on your more almond and other nut butters in noticeably lower. I’m trying to stick by it doorstep, the most stunning sunsets there, coconut yoghurt, dark chocolate, on set in Malaysia but it’s a little tricky. you’ll ever see. All that, and knowing some vodka. My go-to blowout is a I also drink four to five liters of water a your life and career can change at any double cheese burger, sweet potato
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THE MODEL GUIDE TO HEALTHY, GLOWING SKIN, WITH BROOKE HOGAN. GEMMA WATTS writes. 43
e know how passionate You have BEAUTIFUL skin - has it You’ve been modelling for quite some A CONSCIOUS COLLECTION you are about health always been this way or have you time now. How do you keep your skin and wellness. Has your suffered from temperamental skin looking so fresh despite heavy shoot approach to overall in the past? And, if so, how have you makeup? Whealth had any impact on your skin? worked through any skin issues to get Cleanse, cleanse, cleanse! As soon as I Absolutely! It wasn’t something that things back on track? get home from work I cleanse my face I realised straight away but I noticed That is very nice - thank you! My skin with my Foreo Luna twice or three the impact of health and wellness definitely hasn’t always been this times to ensure there is absolutely no on my skin when I was on holidays healthy. Like most women, my skin leftover makeup on my skin. On days a few years back. I was indulging in can be quite temperamental around where I am not shooting, I like to wear foods that I wouldn’t normally eat that time of the month but other than minimal or no makeup to give it a break. and also not exercising very much. I that my skin was basically fine up until was having small breakouts, my skin about a year and a half ago. I went And are there any tips and tricks was uneven and dehydrated and I through a strange phase where I had you’ve picked up from the makeup didn’t understand why. It wasn’t until severe and painful breakouts all over artists you’ve worked with? I returned home and back into my my cheeks and forehead, which was Oh there are so many! Create ‘glow’ routine that I realised the very reason quite unusual for me - my skin wasn’t in your base by using an luminizing why, was due to having slacked off. perfect beforehand but it was never moisturiser/primer, use a nude/white Now whenever I go away on holidays, I that bad! liner on the inner rim to make yourself try to continue to be healthy and active I made a few diet changes, ate less look more awake, use a lip brush when (most of the time, haha) so I feel great processed sugars and cut out some trying to achieve a bold lip to ensure and so that my skin doesn’t suffer! heavy dairy and I saw a dramatic impact. the neatest lines possible and try to use products with pumps rather Given your job, fitness obviously plays than things in open tubs as they are a big part in your life. How do you care “ more hygienic! for your skin pre and post workout? Cleansing with the Foreo Luna device How do you approach beauty in your every single morning and night. After If your skin has had a downtime? a workout I basically do the exact same sudden freak-out and you I’m very relaxed in my downtime. I routine as when I first wake up in the still obviously maintain my skincare morning, cleanse with my Foreo Luna can’t point your finger at routine but I wear barely any makeup. 2 and then apply my products. If my why, have a look into your Maybe some tinted moisturiser if I’m workout is in the evening, I’ll do a feeling a bit yucky but majority of the double cleanse after, which I would diet and see if you can time I try to keep my skin clean. count as part of my night routine. make some changes that Depending on what time of the day You’ve been announced as an I workout, I either cleanse my skin 2 help. ambassador for Foreo. Which Foreo to 3 times a day. I know it may seem products do you use regularly and how like a lot of cleansing and using a lot ” have they changed your skin? of products but I take my skin being YAY! I’m so excited about this as I am clean very seriously (laughs). genuinely in love with Foreo products. I use the Luna 2, Iris eye massager, We know how important the role of Espada acne light and Luna Go when I’m skincare is in maintaining a healthy travelling and, most recently, the UFO. glow, but what about what you put At what age did you really start The Luna has really changed my skin as in your body? Do you rely on any focusing on the health of your skin? it provides such a deep clean, unclogs superfoods for healthy skin too? How has your beauty routine changed pores and the other side of the device Your skin on the outside is a since then? is used to help with anti-ageing - it reflection of what you put on the Probably when I first started modelling really is amazing! The Iris helps with inside as well as how you care for full time, so around 20 (I’m now 26). dark circles and wrinkles, the Espada it. I notice such a change in my skin When you arrive at a shoot you have to is great for eliminating individual when I do and don’t eat nutritious go completely barefaced and natural - blemishes and the UFO works with and healthy foods. My skin loves absolutely no makeup. I started taking red, green and blue LED lights to lots of water, proteins, veggies care of my skin so that I wouldn’t feel rejuvenate your skin! Told you, I’m and healthy fats to maintain that self-conscious when arriving at a shoot. obsessed! healthy glow. I have a teaspoon of I wear SPF every single day I am outside organic essential greens powder in a and use eye creams most nights. You can only use three beauty products smoothie everyday to help my body I feel the older I get the more I am for the rest of your life. What are they? get those extra nutrients it needs to focused on keeping my skin young, DMK Cleanser and Foreo Luna 2 and look and feel my best! radiant and healthy. moisturiser - without a doubt!
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THE LOVE DRUG
Ever wondered why you fall for certain people, regardless of how much you rationalise their unsuitability? It’s not just chemistry, it’s science. Here’s how your hormones influence your sex life and romantic inclinations. JESS MATTHEWS writes.
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