Quickie Workout #11

Quickie Workout #11

You can use a kitchen timer to keep track of your intervals. If you are unclear what the exercise is I am describing, please look for a video or arrange for an in-person tutorial. Please consult your doctor before engaging on any fitness regime. Remember to go for...
Quickie Workout #10

Quickie Workout #10

Bit of a different format for this week’s quickie.  You can use a kitchen timer to keep track of your intervals. I suggest counting your reps out loud to help ensure you are breathing and so you don’t loose count.  If you are unclear what the exercise is I...
Quickie Workout #9

Quickie Workout #9

Today’s workout is all about the fabulous number 30. Try to complete the 30 repetitions of each exercise without a break, but listen to your body too. Record how long it takes you to do one round and then challenge a friend to up the ante! If you are unclear...
Ten tips for self care in isolation

Ten tips for self care in isolation

You may not know that not only am I a personal trainer, I am also a health coach and have a certificate in mindfulness.  This allows me to take a holistic approach when coaching clients so we can work on all aspects of happiness, not just fitness.  Working at home...
Quickie Workout #8

Quickie Workout #8

You can use a kitchen timer to keep track of your intervals. If you are unclear what the exercise is I am describing, please look for a video or arrange for an in-person tutorial. Please consult your doctor before engaging on any fitness regime. Remember to go for...
Find health and happiness at home

Find health and happiness at home

NEW START DATE OF 15 APRIL 2020.  Sign up today. Sadly, many people around the world will soon find themselves at home self-isolating, if they are not already.  Many of the people I have talked to are concerned they will get bored and have ‘nothing to...
Quickie workout #7

Quickie workout #7

If you have a jump rope handy, you can use it in the workout. You can also pretend to jump rope by jumping up and down and circling your wrists.  A kitchen timer or app will be handy to keep track of your intervals. If you are unclear what the exercise is I am...
Veggie lasagna recipe

Veggie lasagna recipe

This lasagna recipe is adapted from the The Better Homes and Gardens New Cookbook Spinach Lasagna. This is also where my recipe for banana bread is from. I love veg so we throw a little more in.  You can estimate the vegetable portions or invest in measuring cups....
Should you wear a mask when you travel?

Should you wear a mask when you travel?

With Coronavirus all over the news and a trip to Japan recently cancelled due to concerns the virus will spread, my husband asked me the other night if we should wear masks when we go on our re-booked holiday to the USA.  Let me be clear that I am not a medical...
Quickie workout #6- stairs required

Quickie workout #6- stairs required

Today’s quickie is based on using a set of stairs. For this, you will need to have some balance and coordination. When choosing your set of stairs, be sure to choose one that has a handrail. The exercises listed are only for going UP the stairs. Be slow and...