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Women’s Wellness Walk’s in Surrey

If you’re a regular walker, you’ll already be aware of the physical and mental benefits of spending time in nature and moving your body. Add some good chat along the way, and you’ll be buzzing for hours. I’ve met some incredible people during my years of organising group hikes, each

A Self-Guided Walk – Gomshall to Shere

This rural 5 mile loop starts in Gomshall, meanders through rolling fields and farmyards then pauses for a refreshment break in the beautiful village of Shere. Some small inclines, and hedge-lined paths can be muddy in the wetter months. Start and finish at Gomshall Train Station GU5 9NU 1. From

A Self-Guided Walk – Blackheath to Little London

A beautiful 7-mile/3.5hr walk from Blackheath, Surrey AONB, through the pretty village of Little London with refreshment options at the William IV pub and Albury Sports Club Café. Walking boots are advised as small sections can get muddy and there are some moderately challenging inclines, but the views definitely make

For the love of hiking

1 February 2025

Valentine’s Day is almost upon us and whether you love it or loathe it thankfully there seems to be more acceptance that love is love these days, regardless of gender or sexual preference. But despite this positive change in society love can still mean very different things for everyone. If

Bursting with winter energy

27 January 2025

During the dark days and cold weather of winter, the pull of the cosy sofa seems stronger than ever. Comfort food, binge-watching Netflix episodes…it’s normal to want to slow down and rest. All around us the natural world is closing down, and we must take our cues from nature and

Nature’s guide to exercise and seasonal living

Whether I’m leading a hike or an outdoor fitness group, my connection with nature begins when I leave my home and assess the conditions. Is the ground dry enough for what I had planned? Will the sun eventually thaw the frosty trails? Each season brings different challenges and opportunities meaning

How to eat and sleep in sync with your Body Clock

18 November 2023

Circadian Rhythm: How to eat and sleep in sync with your Body Clock. Fully awake at 2am and can’t get back to sleep? Mid-day tiredness slumps and a lack of energy throughout the day can be indicators that you are out of sync with your Sleep and Wake patterns: your

Vitamins and Supplements: How to thrive in autumn

23 October 2023

Vitamins and Supplements: How to thrive in autumn Autumn, a favourite season for some but the start of fatigue and tiredness slumps for others. If you have been seeing a change in your body’s energy and mood and find yourself exhausted even just after breakfast, perhaps it’s time to understand

How to stay safe when running at night.

Includes Running Torch Review. With the changing of the seasons, it can be difficult to keep up with your usual running routine. As the days get shorter and darker, you might need to start running earlier to avoid going in the dark. Or you can invest in a torch, to

How Seasonal food can help your body adjust to the Autumn Season

I have asked a few people this week if they have noticed the seasonal change in their body, and if YES, how? Before you read on, take a moment, and think about your experience… The human body, same as all vertebrates adapt to seasonal changes during the autumn months. For

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