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Practice run to the French Alps DONE! BLOG

 

 

 

Practice run to the French Alps DONE!

 

 

Last weekend the whole KFP team travelled to Morzine, France in order to conduct a practice run ahead of our fitness retreat in May 2018. The day started with an early and easy, hand luggage only flight to Switzerland. Followed by a short drive across the border to France, from the border the transfer takes us on a 1hr 10min journey up the mountain. There are two things you need to know about the ascent, the views are absolutely breathtaking and if your not fond of heights, be sure to sit on the drivers side of the vehicle.

 

The road along the mountain is plagued with hair pin turns, a fact confident locals seem to be unaware of. The last turn opens out overlooking the resort of Morzine, the only thing I can liken it too is a Christmas Card. Snow capped mountain tops loom over tall lush green trees which surround the glowing wooden cabins separated by winding winter paths. The air reaches the furthest depths of your lungs. The feeling is so dramatic we felt revitalised from the first breath. What could possibly make this experience better? Our fabulously warm hostess Emma, gifted with culinary skills and accommodation with a familiar homely feeling are great places to start.

 

The purpose of our visit was to help the training team visualise the upcoming weekend and how best we can utilised this outstanding environment. We walked through parts of the forest beside rivers, while discussing the endless possibilities for next year. Topics ranged from morning meditation by the river, running/walking routes, equipment available on site, clean eating recipes to my personal favourite, those who live on the mountain, drink on the mountain.

 

Its been few days since the our visit to morzine and I can tell you in no uncertain terms the whole KFP team are buzzing with excitement for the Spring retreat next year. We will now commence the planning of the weekends activities in detail. Those of you already booked on the trip you have an amazing experience ahead of you. Those of you that want to come but have talked your self out of it with excuses of funds or commitments I must say this….. this is one weekend out of your year that your mind, body, spirit and family will thank you for! You want this, need it and above all deserve it.

 

We do only have one space left in our chalet but our generous host has potentially offered us a second chalet (to be confirmed) but we would need 12 participants to fill it. For more information on how to join us on our Kellys Fitness Practice Retreat follow this link

 

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Here is this weeks FREE KFP Recipe! Yummy nutty 
mushroom burgers that are great on the BBQ!

 

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Visceral Fat FACTS - Blog

 

 

 

Visceral fat FACTS

 

 

Visceral is the most dangerous fat in our bodies, it lies in our abdominal cavity and can surround vital organs like the liver, intestines and pancreas. If allowed to build up this store leads to a much higher risk type 2 diabetes, some cancers, stroke, alzeimers and heart disease.

 

The only way to accurately measure the amount of visceral fat you are carrying is via an MRI machine. This will provide a detailed scan image showing the organs being engulfed by fat. It is very likely you carry these fatty cells if you live a sedentary lifestyle and have a poor diet. One huge indicator would also be a waist measurement. On average, a woman with a waist size of 35 inches and a man over 40 inches, would most definitely be carrying excess visceral fat. This would be the point that the symptoms of health issued linked to excess fat around the organs would present themselves. People within this category would need to make immediate changes to their lifestyle to prolong their life and the quality of it.

 

Us humans do need to carry a certain amount of fat to run on and a little stored away for emergencies. The visceral fat ideally, should only make up 10% of this. I can not stress enough just how dangerous and detrimental to health visceral fat is. Luckily the antidote is no where near as severe. Three things can come to the rescue. Diet. Exercise. Relaxation. Eat well – lean proteins, fruit, veg and complex carbs. Exercise- regularly at least six thirty minute sessions or three one hour sessions per week. Relax- try to avoid stress as much as possible, if you do find yourself in a stressful state try some light exercise and stretching.

 

Due to the severity of the consequences that come with carrying too much visceral fat I would always advise seeing a doctor to discuss the dangers and your options if you are concerned or having any symptoms of the conditions above. Other than that, make smart food choices, get yourself up and out the door to exercise, for the sake of your organs if nothing else.

 

 

KFP Hero List 2018

Download Hero List 2018

Here at Kellys Fitness Practice we like to celebrate the achievements of our clients and campers so every year we put together our Hero List to show just what we are all capable of with the right attitude, information and drive.

 

A huge congratulations to the current members on our list and a huge "you can do it" to those hoping to achieve hero status this year!

 

If you are a current client of KFP and feel you should be on the list, please send your info to Samanthajc85@icloud.com

 

 

 

 

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Have you forgotten how it feels? - BLOG

 

 

Have you forgotten how it feels?

 

 

We have all been there. At some point in your earlier life you were active, maybe you played a team sport or visited the gym religiously. Since then you have acquired responsibilities and life seems to get in the way of your health and fitness goals. Your priorities have changed, you are no longer your main focus. After a while, perhaps even a number of years, it becomes clear that you must begin to care for yourself if you want to complete other tasks to the best of your ability. In other words, if you don't look after yourself you are no good to anyone else. I mean this in both a physical and mental sense.

 

Where do you start? You are not as young or as fit as you used to be. Can you take up where you left off all that time ago? No, but that doesn't mean you never will. You need a starting point and a plan designed on your current fitness level and your short/long term goals. You can achieve anything. Sometimes the path is not as smooth as we would like. It may take a long longer than you originally anticipated but the destination will still be there, waiting for you.

 

When we begin a new exercise regime we can have a range of thoughts and feelings. You may experience the sensation of Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness (DOMS) for the first time in a while and think “why on earth am I dong this to myself”. Here is why, that feeling means change. It leads to progress and ultimately, success. It means you are on the right track. It doesn't last forever, though it should make a brief return each time you increase the intensity of you exercise programme and you should increase that intensity each time you smash a short term goal.

 

What other long forgotten feelings may return? A bottomless pit of energy? Yep, just the same way that sleep induces sleep, exercise creates more energy in the long term. You will physically feel more fluid, what I mean by this is, using your body in ways you haven’t for a while reminds your muscles and bones that you can indeed rise from the sofa without a groan. Mentally you feel, clear headed, more confident, stronger and less anxious.

 

Exercise, especially outdoors really is the best the best medicine. Why not remind your self how it feels :)

 

 

Benefits of group fitness in later years - BLOG

 

Benefits of group fitness in later years

 

The BBC recently published a video about a group of ladies in their 70’s from Ireland, they meet weekly for group fitness by way of staying active and social. I applaud groups like this as they understand the importance of fitness in later years and a need to maintain social interaction. The NHS recommends;
Adults aged 65 or older who are generally fit and have no health conditions that limit their mobility should try to be active daily and should do:
at least 150 minutes of moderate aerobic activity such as cycling or walking every week, and
strength exercises on two or more days a week that work all the major muscles (legs, hips, back, abdomen, chest, shoulders and arms)
OR
75 minutes of vigorous aerobic activity such as running or a game of singles tennis every week, and
strength exercises on two or more days a week that work all the major muscles (legs, hips, back, abdomen, chest, shoulders and arms)
OR
a mix of moderate and vigorous aerobic activity every week. For example, two 30-minute runs plus 30 minutes of brisk walking equates to 150 minutes of moderate aerobic activity, and
strength exercises on two or more days a week that work all the major muscles (legs, hips, back, abdomen, chest, shoulders and arms)
Completing this recommendation could potentially keep joints and muscles supple and help participants to stay sharp of mind. Continuing physical fitness in later years will help to keep illness at bay and improve recovery time or at least relieve many symptoms. As well the benefits on the body, becoming part of an exercise group for the mature has many positive implications for the soul. Spending time with like minded people will help those who are are lonely. Having a reason to leave the house and interact with others can improve depression. Achieving fitness goals will improve confidence and restore the feeling of youthfulness.
Here at KFP, we have been running our OC Bootcamp for these exact reasons. This group differs from our mainstream collective as its is just for mature men and women at any fitness level. No matter past or present illness or injury, we have something to offer. In the past this type of programme has been very successful. Whether it be improving someone's day to day life or helping them achieve such goals as Mud Runs and half Marathons! We have seen it all and believe me “we have an exercise for that”. Due to the success we have added another string to our bow in the form of KADD. Kelly's Ageless Daytime Disco (currently held once a month) is a much gentler platform than our OC Bootcamp. For the over 50’s only KADD offers attendees the opportunity to boogie to tunes from their youth and enjoy one another's company. With a low calorie and nutritious buffet included its the whole package when looking for an excuse to get up and out. If you know someone who could do with a boost, believe me any form of exercise is going to help, no matter their age.
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