Lindsey Fitness News - 23rd March 2023 - Spring

Lindsey Fitness News - 23rd March 2023 - Spring - It's Official

Published: Thu, 03/23/23

Hoorah for the lighter evenings, it's so good to be going out to classes that start in daylight and will be finishing in daylight after the clocks go forward this Sunday ...at last!

A sign that brighter, longer days and warmer weather is coming as thoughts turn to holidays, special events.... weddings maybe!

Do you need to kickstart your fitness after a long, dark winter?

Starting or even getting back to it can be daunting.....you know you need to, you know you should, but how to start?

I was out on my Tuesday morning walk earlier this week with Frank the Vizsla, and happened to bump into Lindsey Fitness member lovely Lesley Turner and her dog Floss. Lesley returned to the aerobics class at Monks Walk School at the end of last year. I commended Lesley on how well she was doing . We talked about the classes and Lesley said how immensely she was enjoying them, and was so glad to be back and wished she hadn't stopped!

I am so very aware that coming back or even starting can be an issue for many, and am always happy to chat in confidence with anyone who would like to talk about their level of fitness and ability and what might be right for them before trying a class. I do know that everyone should be doing something, and it is my passion to help those that want to find a way. The age range at classes is 30's to 80's - it's never too late to get started or re-started. The Lindsey Fitness classes are always friendly and welcoming, a class that is fun as well as achievable, somewhere you will be encouraged to work at your level. Try a class of your choice FREE - then decide if it's for you, there is no obligation to join. I'd love to hear from you.

For anyone just starting or restarting exercise the Saturday WALKFITTM Class is just perfect - if you can walk you can WALKFITTM - It's probably one of the safest, most effective exercise workouts EVER and so much FUN!

Just get in touch and come along to try it FREE!

The Spring Resetters have been up early this week for an express HiiT Session to boost their fat burning in conjunction with the second week of their intermittent fasting regime I love the application and positivity the Reset generates in the participants as they experience and feel the changes in their mind and bodies, giving them the confidence and desire to continue on after the programme. Results from the March Reset next week and details of the May Reset - the perfect pre holiday 'treat'ment. I'll be doing it too post Marathon and pre Wedding - join me?

Walking is so good for the soul, we had a fabulous time away last weekend in Norfolk. It was so good to see so many more people out and about walking in the Spring sunshine which also benefits the mind as well the body. I know how much happier I am enjoying two good walks a day with Frank the Vizsla. It works as a great 'pattern interrupt' to my working day, giving me time to think, plan and recharge. I know also how much the walking group attached to the Lindsey Fitness Running Club enjoy the Sunday walk for the social aspect as much as for the exercise too. It all started with the Welwyn Hatfield Cancer Research Race for Life events nearly 30 years ago and just 5km.. Last year was a triumph for some of the Lindsey Fitness walking members who took part in and completed the Virtual London Marathon, others have become accomplished marathon runners too - it's never too late to start.

This years CRUK Welwyn Hatfield Race for Life events are May 27th and 28th. Do get in touch if you are interested in a little group training on Sundays after Easter.

Just over 4 Weeks to go !!!!

Training continues with a 10 Mile run this weekend and the final long run of 22 miles on April 22nd. fundraising is now heading for 2.5k - nearly £1000 more than ! originally aimed for - Thank you, thank you ....thank you xxx

TCS London Marathon for Isabel Hospice - DONATE HERE

Mind, Body Soul Thought for Your Week ...

FOOD MATTERS... MUSHROOM BOURGUINON

INGREDIENTS:

30ml (2tbsp) olive oil
15g butter
125g (4oz) shallots or pearl onions, halved
1 carrot, thickly sliced
1 garlic clove, crushed
1tsp tomato purée
2tsp plain four
125ml (4fl oz) fruity red wine
150ml (5fl oz) vegetarian stock
2 sprigs thyme
625g mixture of mushrooms

METHOD:

Heat 15ml (1 tbsp) olive oil and butter in a heavy-based pan. Add the shallots and cook for 5 minutes, then add the carrot and cook for 5 minutes more until soft. Stir in the garlic, tomato purée and flour and cook for 1 minute until the vegetables are well coated.
Pour over the wine, stirring well to ensure the sauce is smooth. Leave to simmer for a couple of minutes until the wine has reduced by half. Add the stock and sprig of thyme and cook for another 10 minutes.
Meanwhile, heat the remaining 15ml (1 tbsp) oil in a frying pan. Cook the mushrooms for a couple of minutes, add to the pan, along with any juices and simmer for 5 minutes. Scatter over some thyme leaves and serve.

Don't forget to book your Lindsey Fitness Classes!

- HiiT, WalkFit, and Aerobics for up to six weeks in advance!

or get in touch to book a FREE Class of your choice to try out.