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Sleaford, Spalding, Boston, Tattershall, Woodhall Spa, Coningsby and surrounding areas.

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18/9/23 ~ Can exercise make you think more clearly?
We all know the positive effects exercise can have on improving our health – but can it help boost our brain power and make us think more clearly? I certainly notice that I am much more productive after having been for a short run, cycling or doing a bit of resistance work. Even doing the […]
10/8/23 ~ Is 10,000 steps for health really the magic number?
  For some time we have lived our lives aiming for the mythical number of 10,000 steps, not truly understanding the origins of this. It turns out that this was concocted from a marketing campaign rather than being based on scientific research. Nevertheless, a new study published in the European Journal of Preventive Cardiology suggests […]
29/6/23 ~ Sweetener Aspartame now believed to be a carcinogen
For many years we have been concerned about the use of artificial sweeteners and ingredients. Now the World Health Organisation's cancer research agency is set to declare Aspartame (used in many foods and drinks as a low calorie sweetener - from Diet Coke to flavoured yoghurts) as a possible carcinogen. A carcinogen is a substance […]
12/5/23 ~ Why walking is so good for our health
There's nothing better than being immersed in nature and fresh air. Whether it's a walk in the park, taking a trip beside a river or strolling around your own neighbourhood, walking is something that is accessible to so many of us. The Mental Health Foundation says that 'even a short burst of 10 minutes of […]
12/4/23 ~ Why is resistance training so important?
We all know that aerobic exercise is good for us, such as walking, cycling, running or using the stairs instead of the lift. But why is it important to include resistance or ‘strength’ training in our days too? As we get older we find that we begin to lose muscle mass as well as bone […]
8/3/23 ~ New seated exercise class
I'm really pleased to be hosting a new seated exercise class at Tattershall Village Hall, in Lincolnshire, starting on April 18th for an initial 6 week trial. This will be each Tuesday morning from 9-10am. We'll do 30 mins aerobic exercise seated, with some resistance work using bands, followed by 30 mins social time with […]