The Mediterranean diet has been hailed as the best way of eating for health – from preventing obesity, diabetes and heart problems, to lowering the risk of many cancers. It is a great way to achieve a glowing complexion, better gut health and even sleep. The diet is high in olive oil, fruit and vegetables, […]
If your back needs more flexibility and stronger muscle support, try these basic exercises. CAT / COW STRETCH The flexion and extension of this exercise mobilise the spine and increase flexibility in the shoulders. The core muscles are also strengthened and stretched. Start on all fours as shown, wrists underneath your shoulders and knees underneath […]
Personal trainer, pre & postnatal fitness specialist and doula Amy de Havilland-Hall explains what you need to know about pelvic floor exercise after giving birth. Andrea SlivkovaFounder and editor of FitNet. Previously gymnastics coach, massage therapist and personal trainer with 20 years of experience. Former gymnast and dancer. http://www.fitnet.org.uk Follow @FitNetMagazine Tweet
Matt Hudd Martial Arts have now moved to their own premises, and it is a dream come true for founder and Chief Instructor Matt Hudd. Settling in their dedicated centre means having all equipment handy at all times, and the time previously spent on travelling between different locations can now be used on teaching more […]
High Intensity Interval Training, or HIIT, combines short bursts of hard work with short periods of rest in between the bouts of intensity. The method is particularly useful for fat loss, but it’s challenging, so it’s important to increase the intensity gradually. HIIT is among the most popular workouts because it delivers results fast. Not […]
While Manuka Honey is extremely well-known for its special properties, Honeydew Honey also offers some excellent health benefits. In essence, Manuka Honey is great for everything up to, and including the stomach, but Manuka cannot survive the journey through the stomach, so that’s where the Honeydew Honey comes in. Honeydew Honey contains much higher levels […]
The Ross Riverbank off road 10k, 5k, Canicross and Family Fun Runs were started in 2011 to raise money for Acorns, the Children’s Hospice Charity, and to date thousands have been raised by the event. Thanks to sponsorship from local businesses every penny of your registration fee goes directly to Acorns. The Route The location […]
Locally Sourced British Cuisine Warm and friendly atmosphere Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Coffee & Pudding A seasonally changing menu Weekly evening specials “Went for Sunday lunch with my 11 year old daughter today and we will definitely be going back. The food was amazing and the staff were very friendly. Can’t recommend highly enough! “Cosy atmosphere […]
Beliefs that we hold about ourselves are, a shocking amount of the time, not great. A quick look at the level of mental health issues in teenagers shows that as a society we are not brilliant at thinking we are brilliant… at all! There are many reasons that support these patterns, and they often start […]
This hearty vegetarian salad is full of flavour Serves: 2 Preparation time: 15 minutes Cooking time: 15 minutes Ingredients: 2tsp oil 320g sweetcorn (frozen is fine) 400g can kidney beans, drained and rinsed 1 red pepper, cut into 1cm dice 75g mature Cheddar cheese, grated 1 Little Gem Lettuce, roughly torn (85g) 110g bag Baby Leaf […]
