In Chinese philosophy Yin and Yang describe how opposite forces are connected and can help bring balance. In Yoga terms, the Yang is Hatha, Vinyasa and Ashtanga – stretching the muscles, strengthening, creating heat. Yin yoga is the polar opposite of that, a focus on stillness and an emphasis on longer, deeper stretching of the…
What is HIIT?
UrbanFit bootcamps are HIIT training – but what exactly is HIIT? HIIT stands for High-Intensity Interval Training – involving high intervals of high intensity exercise with short intervals of active rest or recovery. It’s fast and gets real results – as long as you work hard in the session, pushing yourself to maximum output. Benefits:…
Marathon: Month 2
Wow, I have never felt so ill in my life this month. I have had a cold since Christmas, and it will not shift. On Saturday on week 5, I had a 4m run with Nat and we went to have brunch at The Rocket House – I had a pulled pork bap (soooo good)….
Marathon: Month 1
Kat and I registered for the Man vs Lakes marathon and a Spartan Trifecta in 2017. 2017 was a HELL of a year for me, I had a dissection stroke – a part of my artery got loose in the left side of my brain. I couldn’t speak, read or write for a good couple…
Yoga For Runners
Since doing Yoga, I have had very few injuries, in fact they have been non-existent. I remember having glutes that do not fire probably, hip and numerous knee issues. I know runners, I used to be a competitive one myself and many a times I did not stretch after a run, which meant havoc with…
Caramelised Fruits
I don’t know about you guys, but I have a mean sweet tooth. After my evening meal, I always crave something sweet to follow. ALWAYS. Much as I love a bag of Minstrels as much as the next person, this is my go-to to satisfy my sweet craving. It takes a matter of minutes to…
Millionaire Shortbread
Due to demand, I am finally sharing the recipe for the gluten & dairy-free Millionaire Shortbread. I made these as a reward to everyone who took part in the #Badass Bootcamp during January…They needed something to say a job well done after over 30 vinyasas! Disclaimer: These are insanely moreish and won’t last long Ingredients…
Simple Loaf Cake – Banana & Sultana
I like nothing better than a huge slice of cake with a steaming cup of tea when I hit the inevitable mid-afternoon slump. This loaf cake is so simple to make, and the beauty of it is you can pretty much add anything to suit your taste. Have a play around with different fruits, nuts,…
Kali Yoga Sheringham 