“Thanks to Ben and Project Active, 24 work colleagues have recently completed the 3 Yorkshire Peaks Challenge. We had the most amazing weekend helped by brilliant weather, all of us finished within our target time of 12 hours. It was an incredible weekend of walking – each Peak’s terrain was different helping to keep us going, along with the most spectacular scenery. Ben madeRead More...
// Brilliant photos courtesy of Spooner Studios Photography – Oxford UK Posted by Project Active on Tuesday, May 19, 2015 A review of our recent trip up north from our guest blogger, Mark Swadling “A quick note to say a big thank you to Ben and the team at Project Active for organising the Yorkshire 3 peaks walking challenge and weekend away.The first challenge a few weeks beforeRead More...
When: Sunday 3rd May Start Time: 0800 Where: The Black Prince, Woodstock Walk to d’feet* MND is the signature national fundraising event and a fantastic ‘year-round’ opportunity for individuals, branches and groups to raise awareness and much needed funds through sponsored walks. It’s an event for the whole family to enjoy! The idea of this walk is that it should somethingRead More...
Now that the weather is getting a little bit nicer and the day’s are getting a little longer, you may be tempted to forgo your resistance training and head outdoors for some aerobic exercise in the fresh air. But beware: if you give up your resistance training, you will be giving up more than you bargained for. Why resistance train? Resistance training is critical for true fitness. WithoutRead More...
Red Nose ‘Spinathon’ – Saturday 14th March at the Black Prince, Woodstock. Quite simply the idea is for your team to keep the spin bike moving for 12 hours. Each team will consist of a maximum of 5 adult riders (children are welcome to join the team and do their part) All proceeds will go to comic relief and local companies are encouraged to sponsor a bikeRead More...
Run five miles, raise big smiles Our Message We are running five miles for the Oxford Children’s Hospital, because we think it is a great local cause to support. Please dig deep and help us make a difference to thousands of young patients. This important annual Oxford Children’s Hospital fundraiser will take place on Sunday 29 March 2015 at 10.30am. The OX5RUN is suitable for allRead More...
Clair G recently took time to note down her experience of Judgement Day Obstacle Race in November 2014, please read her thoughts if you are considering on joining us in the near future. “Last week, I took part in my first full obstacle race in the form Judgement Day, Bordan and I can safely say it won’t be my last! Signing up for this event relatively last minute (approximatelyRead More...
Cold and Flu Season is Upon Us: How’s Your Gut Function? Winter is here, and that means that cold and flu season has arrived. Have you ever noticed that some people seldom get sick? Or maybe you have wondered why after being exposed to the same virus, one person gets ill while the other remains well. The reason lies in the strength of the immune system. The strength of your immune system isRead More...
Today, we’re taking a hard look at winter weight gain. It’s a common problem—people tend to pack on a few pounds during the winter months. We want to fight back, and we hope you will join us. Let’s get after this now, before winter is in full force. The good, the bad…and the solution Although seasonal weight gain varies from person to person, research shows the average gain to be 3 kilograms! Read More...
Fitness Goals So, you’re at the gym, looking around at the mountain of machines, mats, weights, sweating bodies, super focused minds and someone on the treadmill registering they are reaching their 60th minute of constant running, albeit on the same spot. Time to start your work out. Kick start with cardio – run an undefined amount of time, until you get bored. You only need to get yourselfRead More...
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