We’re delighted that our founder and head coach Julia has received the Top 20 Awards for Fitness Coaches 2021. With over 500 coaches shortlisted we’re thrilled to be amongst the winners. Julia is featured on Coach Foundation, just click the badge if you want to read more.
Hazel from the Porty Podcast came along to our Portobello boot camp in Rosefield Park. She had a great time joining in the workout. Listen to her experience and her interview with Julia, Iona, and some boot campers below. Porty Podcast
The Easter holidays are here. If the thought of more lockdown walks (and nothing much else) fills you with dread, you’re not alone. It’s time to add some spice to your walks! Here are some ideas to keep both adults and children entertained. 1. Orienteering If you’ve ever tried orienteering you know how much fun …
For me, lockdown has been hard but manageable. I’m naturally a positive person and I seem to get through my days okay (admittedly I had to lower my standards of what qualifies as an okay day ?). I’ve been reflecting on what helps me stay positive and I’ve come up with my 7 top tips below. …
The gyms are still closed and if you don’t want your door frames ruined by a pull up bar a stand alone pull up bar might be what you need. Disclaimer: I was given a pull up mate in return for an honest review. Here it is: Postage and Packaging My pull up mate arrived …
What’s your favourite seasonal food? For me, it has to be my mum’s homemade baking. She sends us Stollen, Lebkuchen (gingerbread) and Christmas cookies each year. Advent is such an important part of a German Christmas. It’s easy for the celebrations to drag on from the end of November to the beginning of January. That’s …
Why regular exercise is so hard Do you know that feeling? The one you get just before a scheduled exercise session? All of a sudden you don’t feel like it. Even though you know it would be so good for you. Somehow you can come up with 101 reasons why you simply can’t: Too busy, …
Outdoor Training During COVID-19 Restrictions in Scotland COVID-19 has stopped us doing many things that we enjoy such as socialising, going to concerts and taking part in group exercise. At fitandhappy we offer outdoor personal training sessions and outdoor boot camps. Both are currently allowed in Scotland. Outdoors, we can easily adhere to all the …
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Read on for some ideas for a spooky Halloween dinner for the whole family. Over the years I have made many Halloween feasts and the children expect at least one new dish each time. Here are some of my favourites. Puking Watermelon Much easier to carve than a pumpkin. It’s done in no time. Chopping …
There is no doubt that you need to start small when creating a new habit. The smaller, the better. You can turn a small and easy-to-do behaviour into a habit in no time. You are after behaviours that are super quick to do and don’t take much physical or mental effort. But what’s the use of such …
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