Some tips to help you if you are new to running. Don’t be fooled into thinking runners jump out of bed excited for their run, it is entirely normal to feel the opposite! Start slow, don’t set off too fast or you’ll burn out too soon. You can always speed up if it feels easy. … Read more
Love getting my delivery of fresh fruit and veg from @oddboxldn on a Saturday morning?. Oddbox rescue surplus fruit and veg, whether it’s surplus as a result of the impact of the weather or because it’s not perfectly formed ?. There is a massive amount of food which is wasted each week, that doesn’t even … Read more
There are a lot of HIIT (high intensity interval training) type work outs online but is this the correct thing to be doing right now? ? High Intensity exercise raises our cortisol levels (the stress hormone). When stress or anxiety levels are already high it may not be wise to raise them further. Stress can … Read more
If you are looking for something to read and are interested in nutrition I highly recommend this book by Rosie Saunt and Helen West. Written in an easy to understand and entertaining way (actually pretty funny in parts ?), they discuss the many myths surrounding nutrition and present clear evidence based information. If you feel … Read more
I love this Joe Wicks recipe for banana and blueberry muffins. Made with oats, no refined sugar and super easy to make. Just mix everything together in a bowl then divide into muffin cases and bake in 180 degree oven for 18 mins. A nice healthy snack my kids love making and eating and bonus … Read more
My lovely clients providing a great example of how to do a side plank. Such a good exercise for strengthening the abdominals particular the obliques which don’t get a good workout with exercises such as crunches. The glutes and shoulders will come in on the action too! Unilateral exercises, where you are working one side … Read more
As it’s International Women’s Day I wanted to recommend this book by Anna Kessel who was awarded an MBE for services to journalism and women in sport. She is Telegraph’s women’s sports editor and the cofounder of ‘Women in Football’ ⚽️ I found this book a fascinating study into the relationship between women and sport … Read more
10 reasons why you should get outside and exercise ?? It costs nothing Can be done where ever, when ever you want Exposure to the sun increases vitamin D levels which helps our immune system Can help lower depression and increases feelings of well being More sensory stimulation which is good for the brain Research … Read more
Kids off school and the usual routine goes out the window. Try this 20 minute workout you can do at home. Kids can join in too! Pick any 8 exercises ensuring a mix between upper and lower body, core and cardio. For example:- 1. Squats, 2. Lunges, 3. Press ups, 4. Tricep dips, 5. Mountain … Read more