Mental Health Awareness Week (May 10-16) comes off the back of a year which has undoubtedly been one of the most challenging for the mental wellbeing of millions. The Royal College of Psychiatrists, in an analysis of data from the NHS and ONS, highlighted a steep increase in mental ill health since March 2020 when lockdown…
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Move it, shake it, roll it, snack it; the ins and outs of post workout nutrition – and whether us gals need our own products
Post workout nutrition, our cupboards here at Pither HQ have always been full of them. Drinks, bars, balls, powders, shots, drops, gels; the choices are simply endless. Not only is the variety endless, but the science is baffling too and I’m sure I’m not alone in saying I never quite know where to start when…
Sold on CBD?
I’ve always been interested in CBD, after all it’s such a buzzword in the wellness industry isn’t it. But is it really all it’s cracked up to be and does it really work? Well I’ve just done a collaboration with Synerva CBD Oils around the launch of their brand-new product, CBD joint and muscle cream. Synerva #gifted…
Working out whilst on your period; all you need to know
A guest post from Anna Cousins, an online personal trainer Hormonal changes associated with your period can lead to fatigue, emotional swings, bloating and increased muscle aches. And this is definitely something that should be taken into consideration when planning workouts, and likewise, when taking part in any competitive sporting activities. However, having a period…
5 tips to ace your lockdown workout
With so many of us working from home and being unable to get to the gym, the past few months in lockdown have definitely been challenging in terms of our everyday fitness levels and generally keeping healthy. However, working out at home really is far easier than one might think, and totally possible to commit to…
Postnatal Exercise Guide
Today the amazing Anna Cousins PT and online fitness coach provides her top tips regarding postnatal exercise. Take a read of this guest post to find out what you can do after having a baby and when, which exercises to avoid, which are safe to do and how to get that all important pelvic floor…
Making sure the work/ life balance pendulum continues to swing towards life
How fitness can help swing the work/ life balance pendulum towards life..
Oxfordshire Zumbathon – everyone welcome at the Club BUMP event on 28th April.
Club BUMP was amazing for me when I was pregnant. Such a great class and helps so many new mums. Come and show your support! Find out more here: https://www.facebook.com/Zumba4BUMP/?ref=br_rs
Yum yum Gummee mummy
I don’t often endorse products on my blog, not unless I think they are really bloody good, but I recently got sent these Gummee teething products and I thought I should post a few words on them. Because they really are bloody good! Amelia has been showing signs of teething for at least a month…
Meeting Paula; a fitness fanatic and currently expecting her first baby
I have been following a friend (and old client) of mine on Instagram and was pleased to see her posting videos of her working out at the gym during her pregnancy. It’s so refreshing to see people embracing fitness during their pregnancy and it’s something I really endorsed when I was expecting. All too often…
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