http://www.donnanoll.co.uk en-gb donnanoll.co.uk 2012-5-16T00:00:00Z donnanoll.co.uk http://www.donnanoll.co.uk/page21.htm#118384 A BIG BIG Thank you to those that attended the BEAM FIT launch charity event on Tuesday 10th April. We raised 163170.00 for ST Margarets which was a fabulous amountIt also raised our thoughts for Sue Daly a member of the Studio who sadly lost her life to Cancer having fought back strongly and returned to classes after a hip replacement. Sue was a truly determined and Positive ladyOn the subject of raising money for Cancer another member Sue is Cycling from London to Paris that amounts to 330 miles in 4 days from June 13th16th. The money Raised is for Breast Cancer Care. Sue is cycling the route with her husband Jon and her sisterinlaw Jackie. Jackie had to have treatment for breast cancer last year and decided on this madness as a way to say thank you.If any one would like to support Sue her fundraising webpage is www.justgivingJONSUEP 2012-5-16 09:59:26 http://www.donnanoll.co.uk/page21.htm#118381 Ok so how many of you suffer from tight short or inflexible Hamstring musclesWhat a pain in the Butt it is to have tight Hamstrings muscles In fact it really could cause a pain in the butt if it also affects your Sciatic nerveIt can be quite restricting having inflexible hamstrings as if these group of muscles are left to get tighter or shorter they will eventually cause the hips and pelvis to Rotate backwards flattening the lower back and causing back problems. This is known as a posterior tilted pelvisTight hamstrings can also be responsible for postural problems and deviances in addition to sacroiliac joint pain. This happens as a result of the tight hamstrings that attach to the pelvis pulling the pelvis out of its normal position.So What causes Tight hamstringsIt could happen for a number of reasons. It could be Genetic. I.e. you can be born with naturally short hamstrings when other people are naturally supple.It could be due to insufficient stretching.I.e. If you participate in ... 2012-5-16 09:51:53 http://www.donnanoll.co.uk/page21.htm#118380 Does any of the following statements sound like you Id like to be able to just throw something together after work with whats in my cupboardI would like someone to cook for my dinner partyI dont have masses of time to shopcook each dayI just feel that I lack inspiration for meals and Ive outgrown my own repertoireId like to cook but Im just not confident with foodId like to cook but Im on a strict budgetIve never had to cook before and I really need to know the basicsI really want to be able to cook for others for a special occasion and just need some hints and tips to get organized so it runs smoothlyIm going to Uni soon and Im worried I dont know how to cook anythingWould like to try vegetarian vegan food and dont know where to start Have become intolerant to certain foods and now unsure what to eat If the answer is YES then I can help. I am a qualified City amp Guilds Chef and my purpose is to help you with your catering needs from Private Dinner Parties to filling up the freezer h... 2012-5-16 09:45:35 http://www.donnanoll.co.uk/page21.htm#118377 With summer nearly upon us fingers crossed you may be thinking about losing a few pounds or embarking on a new fitness regime. Either or both of these are great for your health but it is unlikely you will persevere and stay motivated if you havent got a specific goal in mind and realistic steps of how to achieve it. For example you decide that you really should lose those 7 lbs that has been niggling you for a while. This isnt going to happen in 1 week so you need to set yourself a target of a 1lb per week for 7 weeks and also have a reward in mind for when you reach your target. This doesnt have to be a monetary reward it could be that you will feel good about yourself when you fit into those white trousers from last summer that no longer fitYou will also need a plan on how you are going to lose that weight and create a calorie deficit. This can be by decreasing the number of calories you are eating or increasing your exercise regime. Remember the deficit needs to 500 calories per day... 2012-5-16 09:19:00 http://www.donnanoll.co.uk/page21.htm#117926 New Video Blog from David Wood Personal Trainer Class availability Thinking about personal training Light Club launching September 2012Visit www.davidwoodpt.com for more information on David Wood and the full range of classes on offer. 2012-5-8 18:17:20 http://www.donnanoll.co.uk/page21.htm#117925 Check out the video for all the latest news and class availability for May in the Studio. Instructor Training The Big Push Beam Fit Class Availability Level 3 Pilates Training Course Availability 2012-5-8 18:03:04 http://www.donnanoll.co.uk/page21.htm#116652 We are proud to be sponsoring the NCTs BIG PUSH This event is a great idea to raise money for parents who are feeling isolated and help them to get out and make friends with those who are feeling the same way. The Early Days Cafe is a place for these parents to bring the kids and enjoy some social time and we think this is a great thing. It is so important to socialise and take some time out from the daily grind. Please show your support take part or donate today Further information below... The Big Push sponsored Buggy Push The Big Push Sunday 13th May 1030am Vivary Park The Big push is a sponsored walk and buggy push around Vivary Park to raise money to combat isolation in new parents and support our Early Days Cafe. As well as a childfriendly walk we are planning a picnic and teddy bear hunt... 2012-4-18 09:57:56 http://www.donnanoll.co.uk/page21.htm#115939 PRESS RELEASE HAVE YOU HEARD OF BEAMING If not... you soon will The Studio 98 Staplegrove Road is delighted to announce that it will be pioneering a brand new fitness class that has taken the USA by storm. Beaming or Beam Fit Classes have become hugely popular with thousands on the other side of the pond and The Studio 98 Staplegrove Road founded by fitness professional Donna Noll will be one of the first in the UK to be offer the classes starting in April. So what is BeamingBeaming is a total body workout which takes inspiration from the balance beam used in gymnastics but thankfully this beam is only a few inches from the ground. Carrying out simple exercises on the beam works wonders for your bodys core muscles which results in a flatter tummy better posture improved balance and toned muscles. Beaming is huge in the USA especially in California and New York where the Crunch gym chain a favourite of Kelly Rowland Jennifer A... 2012-4-5 16:08:15 http://www.donnanoll.co.uk/page21.htm#114921 Did the experts get it wrong You may have seen in the past the healthy eating pyramid and you may have even heeded the advice given. However over the last 10 years obesity levels have risen dramatically so the question had to be asked by the experts did we get it wrong The healthy eating pyramid indicated the number of recommended servings of specific food groups per day. It didnt however distinguish between refined and processed carbohydrates such as pasta and white bread compared to whole grains and brown rice. What constituted a serving was left up to us to decide It was no surprise that very low carb diets such as Atkins became very successful in promoting weight loss. This cut out a large number of calories and focused on eating predominately protein and fat. The diet was not only difficult to maintain as unpalatable but was also bad for health. We now know that whilst we need to avoid high GI carbohydrates we should replace these with good carbs in the form of whole grains fru... 2012-3-19 15:16:00 http://www.donnanoll.co.uk/page21.htm#114920 Balance Training.Why who is it for what are the benefits are there any benefitsAbout 10 years ago a group of researchers began to publish the results they were finding after looking into the effects of balance training within the older population group.This research was prompted by the sometimes devastating effect that a fall can have by someone with in this age group. In older age groups there is a gradual decline in sensory motor and cognitive function including the propriocepters in muscles tendons and joints.As muscles become weaker along with other tendon and joint changes it becomes increasingly more difficult to QUICKLY respond to everyday balance and movement challenges. An older person can begin to shuffle rather than pick their feet up to walk and this could result in trippingIncreased mortality morbidity and a loss of independence are all associated with falls among older people.In 2003 a report published revealed there were approximately 650000 emergency visits and over 240... 2012-3-19 15:03:15 http://www.donnanoll.co.uk/page21.htm#112952 fontface fontfamily Times New Roman fontface fontfamily Cambria p.MsoNormal li.MsoNormal div.MsoNormal margin 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt fontsize 12pt fontfamily Cambria div.Section1 page Section1 At a time when many people are still trying to address any excess weight gained from Christmas I thought I would touch on the topic of sweeteners. When dieting we try to reduce the number of calories we are consuming and sweeteners answer this need for many people. Most major sweeteners are excitotoxins that stimulate the sensory area of the brain and create a desire for more. Manufacturing companies are very clever as they add a mildly addictive compound to diet foods which means you end up eating and drinking more of their products. I would just like to highlight some of the negative concerns regarding sweeteners. If you consume a lot of diet foods it may be worth choosing healthier options such as fruit nuts and seeds to snack on rather than diet yogurts and cereal bars. Be... 2012-2-21 10:35:57 http://www.donnanoll.co.uk/page21.htm#111123 Olimi Hair and Beauty Gallery is offering The Studio participants 10 off on all Hair cuts and hair treatments.Please mention the studio when you book to activate your discount.Discounts apply throughout the remainder of January and all through February.WOWPhone 01823 330323 Email olimibtconnect.comOlimi 2 Mendip House The High Street Taunton Somerset TA1 3SX 2012-1-24 21:29:58 http://www.donnanoll.co.uk/page21.htm#111121 These are the latest arrivals from ladies who attended Pilates at the Studio. Well done and Congratulations BothAlice poppy Thorne 20th Aug 5 days late 8lb 1 oz born at home big sister Beatrice went out for day with grandparents and Alice was born while she was out and waiting for her when she got back All a bit surreal. Caroline ThorneJust to let you know that Theo David Lewis arrived 29th dec 7lb 11 after a quick 6hr labour...the Pilates obviously helped No pain relief.... I got in the zone and think the breathing I learnt at Pilates really helped.Claire LewisClick here to read some testimonials from some of our other members who we have helped with general fitness and pregnancy exercises. 2012-1-24 21:25:25 http://www.donnanoll.co.uk/page21.htm#111118 Poets CornerHere is a great poem sent in by one of our members Barbara Scott. We think it sums up the studio nicley and is very inspirational. We hope you do to... Enjoy....If you want to stop a fallIts not difficult at allTake yourself in hand and join the StudioPilates yoga stretch and spinWill help you to get thinAnd give you back that old Get Up And GoIf your nerves are all a jitterAnd youre constantly on TwitterThen heres a cure that I can recommend.Join the yoga classThrow away that old bus passTry Zumba too it is the latest trend.Just because your over 50Doesnt mean you cant feel friskyUse it or lose it is what they say.So get up off your bumIf you want to tone that tumBelieve me it is the only way.Why not learn to Belly DanceWhilst you still have a chanceEnjoy the rhythm feel the vibeTwirl and swirl and hear the soundOf your jangling wraparound.Thats the way to make you feel alive.Whatever age you areIf you wish to be above parExercise is the best thing you can do.You owe it to... 2012-1-24 21:22:21 http://www.donnanoll.co.uk/page21.htm#111111 Kyphosis or rounded shoulders is common in a number of people.I am frequently asked the question How can I get rid of my rounded shouldersFor this reason I thought I would share some information with you about Kyphosis who it is common in ways to correct this posture type and a short video of exercises that will help to correct this condition if practiced regularly.The skeleton is a kinetic chain held together by ligaments and held erect by muscles. Correct skeletal alignment is dependent on muscle tone and elasticity. When muscle tension becomes unbalanced the joints are compromised. Misalignment of one joint can impact other joints in the body by shifting the center of gravity forcing the body to compensate to achieve balance. In the case of postural kyphosis the image is that of rounded shoulders resulting in an excessive upper body curve.Over time forced into this unnatural spinal curvature the muscles of the chest become tight and the back muscles b... 2012-1-24 20:48:06 http://www.donnanoll.co.uk/page21.htm#111109 We start our practice where we are and look toward a certain goal. Then we choose the steps that will lead us toward realizing that goal and will gradually bring us back into our everyday life but our daily practice does not return us to the exact place we started the practice has changed usT.K.V. DesikacharMany are initially drawn to Yoga for the physical benefits it offers which is a great place to begin but Yoga is more than just a physical experience and a committed approach will help you in all areas of your life.Whether you are young and fit are more mature or have health issues Yoga will help you to bring balance to your life and can profoundly change the way you view the world.To me Yoga is connecting breath and movement with absolute awareness without compromising your body bringing a feeling of calm well being vitality and overall health. I wish for people to find selfcontainment and a path to recovery from the stresses and strains of everyday life as this is what practising... 2012-1-24 20:41:04 http://www.donnanoll.co.uk/page21.htm#111107 January is a great time to spring clean your eating habits and make positive lifestyle changes. A great tip is to clear out all the kitchen cupboards and fridge of unhealthy foods which are doing nothing for your wellbeing or waistline. If you live with a partner you can always divide the cupboard. Stock up on plenty of healthy foods which will help to give you sustained energy to keep you going throughout the remainder of the winter. Another great tip is to write your own menu on a Sunday for what you are going to eat for the rest of the week. This really does stop you making poor food choices when you are starving. You need to start thinking of food as fuel for the mind as well as the body as what you eat and drink really can affect your mood. Homemade soup is delicious and nutritious with no added additives or preservatives. You can take it to work in a thermos to keep you full and to stop you reaching for the biscuit tin at the 3pm afternoon slump. My recipe below is so easy to... 2012-1-24 20:29:04 http://www.donnanoll.co.uk/page21.htm#110738 The Studio now has some handy keyrings for our members with a special barcode that you can scan with your smart phone. Simply download a free app from the App Store or Android on your mobile phone and then scan the code to get our current timetables direct to your phone. It is ideal if you need to check the class times while on the go.Please see Donna or your tutor for more details. 2012-1-19 21:30:36 http://www.donnanoll.co.uk/page21.htm#109067 Lisa Michaela BurgessProfessional Bellydancer and JWAAD Instructororiginal flamencobellydance fusion choreographywww.lisamichaela.com 2011-12-21 21:24:41 http://www.donnanoll.co.uk/page21.htm#109066 2011-12-21 21:23:12 http://www.donnanoll.co.uk/page21.htm#109065 2011-12-21 21:20:54 http://www.donnanoll.co.uk/page21.htm#109064 2011-12-21 21:19:03 http://www.donnanoll.co.uk/page21.htm#109063 2011-12-21 21:17:26 http://www.donnanoll.co.uk/page21.htm#109061 2011-12-21 21:14:56 http://www.donnanoll.co.uk/page21.htm#109060 2011-12-21 21:12:54 http://www.donnanoll.co.uk/page21.htm#109059 2011-12-21 21:11:05 http://www.donnanoll.co.uk/page21.htm#109058 2011-12-21 21:01:09 http://www.donnanoll.co.uk/page21.htm#109074 What is Bellydance The art of Bellydance is one that dates back to ancient times. Its roots can be traced back to India Egypt Turkey North Africa and Morocco. The dance encapsulates the beauty and earthiness of the female form and is a celebration of love life and femininity. Contrary to popular belief there is no need to show your tummy Its fun and energetic and a great way to meet some fantastic women. The following quote is taken from a particular Bellydance website FatChanceBellyDance .com and describes the dance perfectly ...there was a time in history a long time ago when the bounce and sway of a womans hips was considered so beautiful that they set it to music and made a dance out of it... Who is Sarah Sarah Grey has been dancing since she was 3 and began bellydancing in 2000 when she discovered Bellydance classes in her local village hall with the fabulous Lisa Michaela. She was instantly hooked and studying with Lisa for four years instilled... 2011-12-19 22:10:06 http://www.donnanoll.co.uk/page21.htm#109072 fontface fontfamily Times New Roman fontface fontfamily Courier New fontface fontfamily Wingdings fontface fontfamily Calibri p.MsoNormal li.MsoNormal div.MsoNormal margin 0cm 0cm 10pt lineheight 115 fontsize 11pt fontfamily Calibri div.Section1 page Section1 ol marginbottom 0cm ul marginbottom 0cm 8 oz oats or mixed muesli grains about 2 cups1 12 oz raw sunflower seeds 12 cup3 ounces chopped almonds and hazelnuts 1 cup1 12 ounces wheat germ 12 cup6 ounces honey 12 cup1 34 oz dark brown sugar or demerara sugar 14 cup1 oz unsalted butter plus extra for pan largish knob1 2 teaspoons vanilla extract or other flavouring optional this is pretty tasty without12 teaspoon salt6 oz chopped unsweetened dried fruits such as apricots raisins sultanas apples and pears Method Cook the oats and nuts and seeds in a moderate oven 350 degrees F for about 10 15 minutes or until they have crisped up and a pleasant a... 2011-12-19 22:02:24 http://www.donnanoll.co.uk/page21.htm#109070 Christmas is definitely a time to eat drink and be merry but it does come with a health warning. On average many people gain seven pounds over the Christmas period. If you add those seven pounds to the others you may need to lose already it can seem rather daunting in January when you get on the scales. Ive listed a few pointers below to keep you on track for Christmas and the New Year. Beware of the Feeder We all know one...the person who tries to give you extra portions. Just say No thanks. The first time you say it will feel uncomfortable but it gets easier If the feeder gives you a hard time just say Im thinking of my health.Watch out for the beige at parties Beige food is generally fried and full of calories and saturated fat. Eat before you get to the party so you wont feel tempted. If you have to eat out avoid creamy based and cheesy sauces. Tomato based dishes are more forgiving.Move more. Hate that feeling when you feel so full youre going to burst Go ... 2011-12-19 21:46:58 http://www.donnanoll.co.uk/page21.htm#109075 Recommend a Friend to one of our classes and get a free DVD or TShirt when they sign up.We are looking for new members to join the studio in 2012 and would love our existing members to spread the word and encourage friends and family to come along and give one of our classes a try. As a reward you will receive a free Studio TShirt or Pilates DVD by our very own Donna Noll.Please let us know when you have someone interested and we can either sign them up or arrange a taster session to see if they will enjoy a particular class.The New Year is a great time to try something new or aim to shift a few pounds in time for the summer after the festive season. Not only are our classes functional but they are a lot of fun too. 2011-12-18 22:47:15