Rangiora’s new Pilates studio: Studio Pilates
When working out, few methods are recognised as being as safe, effective and suitable for clients of all ages, backgrounds and fitness levels as Pilates. Studio Pilates is amongst the most widely recognised methods. Founded in 2002 by Jade Winter, an ex-Olympic swimmer, and his wife Tanya Winter, a qualified physiotherapist, its programme […]
Benefits of a healthy spine: Muscle People
Ensuring you have a healthy spine makes sense, because it is the key to holding your entire body together. Your spine holds you upright and protects your spinal cord which is responsible for passing messages to and from the brain. Apart from when your parents and teachers told you to stand up straight, […]
Sound asleep
When it comes to health and wellbeing, getting enough sleep is as vital as regular exercise and a healthy diet. Having sleep troubles is common, and not so surprising considering the fast pace and busyness of so many people’s lives. Ensuring you are getting enough sleep each night will help in all areas […]
Hanmer; a hot destination always
Hanmer is well known for its fabulous thermal pool complex where young and old alike can soak for hours on end in any one of many pools that range in temperature from refreshingly cool to devilishly hot. Boasting the longest waterslide in the country and a suite of private pools, visitors can relax, […]
Cheat’s Ciabatta: Keepers
Ingredients 2 tsp instant yeast 4 cups high-grade flour, plus extra for kneading 2 tsp salt 2 tsp sugar 2 cups lukewarm water 2 tsp olive oil Method Mix the yeast, flour and sugar in a stand mixer. Pour in the water and mix with the dough hook for 10–12 minutes. The mixture […]
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