Exercise Helps New Mums Reduce Postnatal Depression

In a bid to battle the baby blues, new mums should put down the chocolate cake and pick up their pace. According to a new study, exercising in the first three months after birth can significantly reduce the chances of suffering from postnatal…

The average new mum pushes a baby buggy around 750 miles a year

The average new mum pushes a baby buggy around 750 miles a year - the equivalent of trekking from Land's End to John o' Groats, it has been found. Researchers found the typical mum takes her new tot out and about in the pushchair six times…

Take the ‘puff’ out of your training and breathe more easily!

Breathing is a natural part of our everyday lives and as expectant mums we are taught to control our breathing to help with labour and childbirth. Following the birth of our little ones many of us want to get fit again & venture into running,…

Exercising safely in cold weather

How to Exercise safely in cold weather Exercising outside is fresh and fun, but during winter the cold temperatures can make exercising outdoors less appealing, uncomfortable and in extreme conditions - dangerous. Don’t get stuck indoors,…

Do you fancy trying a different style of pancake today?

These American style pancakes are a great alternative to traditional british pancakes.  Taken from Nancy Clark’s Sports Nutrition Guidebook, they are not only tasty but well balanced, low in fat and perfectly light and fluffy - ideal for…