Health and Fitness

Charge Bikes welcomes Jon Watson
Charge Bikes are pleased to announce the signing of UK cyclocross and road cycling dynamo Jon Watson. Jon will be a massive asset to the team bringing with him vast experience of racing at the top level.

Get fit for the ski slopes with Graham Bell
The snow is falling in the mountains and the skiing season has begun. If you like skiing - or are just starting then you have probably put some effort into preparing for your trip by finding out where to go, what the conditions are like and what kind of new gear you need.

Immunisation causing concern amongst mums
New research has highlighted mums’ anxiety surrounding immunisation. The research, conducted on behalf of AstraZeneca, shows that 48% of mums worry about taking their child for routine immunisations, while a significant 43% believe immunisations affect the parents more than their child.

Destiny leads personal trainer to a new life with Volkswagen
Last year, 24-year old Hannah Ingram decided her destiny was to start a new life as a self-employed personal trainer, a choice which led her to buy a Volkswagen Caddy Maxi Life to visit her growing number of clients across Leicestershire.
Money-saving Brits continue to ditch the gym in 2010
Hitting the gym to shift Christmas kilos traditionally tops the list of New Year resolutions, but according to research by moneysupermarket.com 2010 will be different.

Beverley Turner shares her parenting tips
Accustomed to life in the fast lane, Former F1 presenter, Beverley Turner, 36, is used to handling life’s tests. So when her husband Olympic Rowing sensation, James Cracknell, set off on a race to the South Pole, leaving her to look after their 5 year old whilst pregnant, she was up for the challenge.

Ruthin footballers score new sponsorship deal
Scoring goals won’t be the only thing that impresses fans of the Ruthin Town Colts and Reserves when the players step onto the pitch in new kit fit for the premiership, courtesy of house builder Taylor Wimpey (formally Bryant Homes).

Grey manifesto - Politicians urged to focus on over 50s
A new manifesto has been published ahead of the televised debates between the three main political parties to raise awareness of the most important issues to older voters, the majority of the electorate.

The Ebury hoops into 2010
The Ebury is getting set to get fit for the New Year by holding a series of fun Hula Hooping classes throughout January 2010. This latest group exercise craze to hit London is as old school as they get, and the Chelsea brasserie is offering taster sessions for those who want to get back into shape after the festive season.

Get on your bike with Victoria Pendleton
Due to start six weeks of warm weather training in Perth before March’s World Championships in Copenhagen, Victoria Pendleton - Olympic cycling champion - is encouraging a new generation to get on their bikes.

Family fitness fun with Haven Holidays
If your New Year resolution is ‘to keep fit and active’, don’t keep your resolutions to yourself – make it a family action plan.
Dance yourself healthy
This January, Simplyhealth is supporting those wanting to dance themselves to health by sponsoring GMTV's Dancing Queen Diet.
Duncan Bannatyne to run Shelter’s Vertical Rush
Duncan Bannatyne, the entrepreneur and star of hit TV show Dragon's Den, is calling on Londoners to get fit for the New Year and join him in conquering Vertical Rush, the original and biggest tower running event in the UK.
Army ‘Keep Fit Audio’ to motivate Brits into shape
Demotivated Brits struggling to keep fit are set to receive some personal attention, courtesy of a new initiative launched by the British Army.
Take extra precautions to keep warm and well this winter
The Met Office is predicting that the current cold spell will continue and cold weather warnings are in place across the country. The Department of Health is urging people in all areas of the country to protect themselves against the risks faced during this period of cold weather.