Forest walking in Japan has been given the title Shinrin-yoku, or ‘forest bathing’. A study found that exercising in natural settings increased the activity of the natural killer cells, important in fighting cancer, with a secondary impact of boosting stress resistance.
FRESH SALADS By Louise Sewell Do try this at home: Make these healthy salads as a nutritious main meal or as a light snack. Even better, stop by at Cameron & Swan for a delicious home-made lunch! Ingredients: • Mixed baby leaves • Cherry tomatoes • Sliced red onion • Cucumber • Avocado (optional) Use […]
The perfect drink to complement sunny weather. Make sure you eat the Pimm’s soaked berries after! Serves: 4 Prep time: 5 mins Ingredients: 600ml Lemonade, 200ml Pimm’s, Strawberries and raspberries,orange, cucumber, Fresh mint leaves, Ice to serve Method: Combine the Pimm’s and lemonade in a large jug and stir well. […]
This year’s Multiple Sclerosis Awareness Week was all about staying active with MS, and spreading the word about how exercise can help manage symptoms, and maintain good health and wellbeing. We spoke to one of Halo Leisure’s members, Amanda Phillips, who was diagnosed with MS three years ago, at the age of 42 – she […]
Over the 15 years Esther has been teaching Pilates, the class focus has changed to reflect current thinking on movement, body structure and posture, but the exercises are still based on the six Pilates principles: alignment, breathing, concentration, core strength, co-ordination and balance through functional movement. Here are some extracts from recent testimonials: “I am […]
Credenhill Canter is a multi-terrain race covering woodland trails and country lanes. The race starts at Credenhill Church and finishes at Credenhill Social Club. The afternoon includes a family barbecue and live music at the Social Club after the race.
Pain is a real nuisance, and when we suffer it, we naturally wish it was not there. Pain protects us by alerting us to further danger, and often this alert comes before we are badly hurt.
