Set in a beautiful secluded house (Thorney How) in Grasmere, Lake District, our Hiking and Yoga Retreat began with exploring the garden space, dinner made by Rachael our retreat chef, followed by her blissful sound bath. It was the perfect start to the retreat after the long journey North and our […]
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A spectacular evening was had, for three amazing charities! After successfully receiving a charity place in this years Virgin London Marathon for Make-A-Wish UK, the commitment to raise the required £2000 was on! Two of my friends had also received charity places for Autism East Midlands and Meningitis Research Foundation. […]
It’s an embarrassing subject for sure, and certainly not something you’re going to admit to at the beginning of a fitness class when the instructor asks if anyone has any injuries or ailments. The statistics show pelvic floor dysfunction is highly prevalent in active females (and I would estimate a […]
When it comes to past experiences and events, sometimes holding onto the thoughts and feelings associated with them can be the one thing stopping you from moving forward. Whether you have failed attempts at weight loss, eating healthy or maintaining a fitness routine, by letting go of all the fears […]
It was with great honour on Sunday 30th September, our 11 strong female team completed Tough Mudder London South for local Neuroblastoma charity, Niamhs Next Step. Our courageous team consisted of six first timers and five legionnaires, of all ages and abilities. The aim was to turn up, try our […]
In 2017, 1.3 million workers suffered from ill health and 25.7 million work days were lost to stress related illnesses. From those statistics alone I think it’s fair to say this area of workplace wellness is in need of review to help support employees start a journey of becoming fitter […]
This weekend I am about to take on my 7th Tough Mudder and finally get the headband I’ve been wanting so much… The Pink One!! This time we are a team of 15 and split about 50/50 of newbies and legionnaires. No surprise, there are feelings of self-doubt and the […]
Having spent my entire adult life as an active female, I’m filled with gratitude I’ve been able to do so. As I approach my 39th year, I feel the same as I did at 21, only now I’m wiser (and a few grey hairs more) I can begin to ‘let […]
Once Christmas is over and you have overindulged in festive food and booze, leaving you feeling ready to burst, it’s likely you are ready to make that leap to resolve your lifestyle for 2018. If you can recall from previous resolutions, that keeping up the motivation to remain on track […]
With Tough Mudder, Pretty Muddy and other obstacle events coming up this summer, it’s time to start planning your training and preparing for the course. Here’s 5 training tips to help you improve your strength endurance and physical fitness for your event: Run! In most of these events you’re only running […]