FitHaven FIT.NEWS, Saturday 21st April, Issue 16, Important Class Update!
Published Saturday, April 21, 2012 | 
WELCOME to a your weekly update of FIT.NEWS and a great start to the new term last week with some fabulous results coming in from FitHaveners loosing weight, inches and dress sizes, increased energy, improved mood, rehabilitation of injuries and generally feeling fitter and much healthier – keep it up everyone as this is fabulous news.
IMPORTANT CLASS NEWS: Please take some time to read the session timetable below as I am a I am taking a bit of time off next week (Mon 23rd to Thurs 26th April) and some classes are running and some are not so I hope you enjoy being looked after and exercised in the very capable hands of Ali Kittle (Nordic Walking), Marisa Pilling (Kettlebells & Ultimate Core), Carly Bateman (Fitness Pilates) and Frances Peel (Front of House/Customer Relations).
Fitness Classes 2012…
JOIN MY FITHAVEN & ZUMBA FITNESS FACEBOOK GROUP… This the most up-to-date, on-the-button and inspirational way to find out what is going with classes during the week and month ahead – ALL of my classes are running so get ready to get really fit this week…
FITNESS CLASSES/NORDIC WALKING – Mon 23rd to Thurs 26th April 2012…
Monday 23rd April
NO Kimbolton Class today – Back Next Week…
12.30pm, Fitness Nordic Walking with Ali, Great Staughton Village Hall Car Park
6.20pm, Fitness Pilates for All with Carly, Buckden Millennium Centre
7.20pm, *NEW* KettleBells, Cardio and Core with Marisa, Buckden Millennium Centre
Tuesday 24th April
9.45am, Fitness Pilates for All with Carly, Buckden Millennium Centre
12pm, Nature Reserve Nordic Walking with Ali, Paxton Pits Nature Reserve, Little Paxton
No Zumba Gold today, Back Next Week…
6pm, *NEW* Couch to 5K with Marisa, Paxton Pits Nature Reserve – Email mel@fithaven.co.uk to book
6.30pm, *NEW* Nordic Walking Cambourne with Ali, Brace Dien Car Park, Cambourne
6.45pm, *NEW* Running/Jogging Club (up to 10k) with Marisa, Paxton Pits Nature Reserve
Wednesday 25th April
NO Zumba Toning or KettleBell & Core Today, Back Next Week…
Thursday 27th April
9.45am, Beginners Fitness Pilates with Carly, Buckden Millennium Centre
9.45am, Nordic Walking with Ali, Buckden Millennium Centre
6.30pm, ULTIMATE Core/Abs Fit Pilates with Marisa, Buckden Millennium Centre
No Zumba Fitness Tonight, Back Next Week…
PLEASE NOTE: All Session with Mel will be back to normal from Monday 30th April – Enjoy your week and see you soon… M xxx
WHAT’s NEW in APRIL and MAY:
*NEW COUCH TO 5K Jogging/Running Course with Marisa* Starting Tuesday 17th April, 6pm from Paxton Pits Nature Reserve. A 45 minute session over six weeks. This is a progressive walking/jogging/running programme to get you up to 5K the safe, fun and effective way. Email mel@fithaven.co.uk to book on to this 6 week course which will boost your entire body, get your fitter, help burn 100’s of calories, tone you up and give you massive benefits from exercising outdoors with fitness friends.
*NEW IMPROVERS (10k) Jogging/Running Group with Marisa* Starting Tuesday 17th April will meet at 6.45pm at the Nature Reserve for a 45/50 minute session to progress you up to 10K – Some running/jogging experience necessary. No need to book, just turn up Pay As You Go – £6 per session.
*NEW Tuesday EVENING Beginners NORDIC WALKING in CAMBOURNE* Starting Tuesday 24th April, 6.30 – 7.30pm, Brace Dein Car Park, CB23 6DY. EARLY EVENING ‘Beginner’ sessions from Cambourne with Ali and Mel for these two dates and thereafter they will become REGULAR EVENING SESSIONS and EVERYONE is welcome to join Ali. So if you fancy learning how to Nordic Walk or brushing up your technique and discovering a new part of our stunning Cambridgeshire countryside then email me – mel@fithaven.co.uk – to book onto the Beginners session which will cost £15 for the two sessions, and thereafter £6 per session including your pole hire.
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*NEW* ULTIMATE KettleWeights, Calorie Burn and Total Tummy Tone Up!!!* Monday Nights, 7.25pm and Wednesday Mornings, 11.15am. This fabulous session is designed to get you and your body ultra prepared for a fresh new spring season ahead. Add this session to your active week and you will REALLY notice a BIG difference in your body tone, shape change and inch loss – in such a short space of time, plus it is a great fun fabulous session that really WORKS!!! Price is only £6 per session on a Pay As You Go Basis. Email mel@fithaven.co.uk if you would like more information or just turn up and GIVE IT A GO!
*NEW* Fitness-Pilates and TONE in STEVENAGE* Starting Tuesday 1st May, 6.45 to 7.45pm, The Oval Community Centre, Vardon Road, STEVENAGE, SG1 5RD. I am taking the FitHaven experience down the A1 and starting my first session in Stevenage in May. This will be aimed at Beginners and All Levels to enjoy and experience the wonders of Fitness-Pilates for flatter tummies, better stronger backs and posture, body toning, flexibility and relaxation. SPACES ARE LIMITED to please email mel@fithaven.co.uk to book you place. Sessions run on a pay as you go basis of £6 per class.
We look forward to seeing you out there this week…
Lots of Love, Mel and Millie xxx
Featured Classes with Mel for 2012…
*NEW for 2012* Mel’s KETTLEBells, CARDIO & CORE Class >>> Monday Nights, 7.20 to 8.20pm, Buckden Millennium Centre. A SUPERB session that will bring your body the ULTIMATE calorie blast & body fat and inch-blast burn with ‘kettlebell-style’ movements using ‘hand-weights’ and up-to-the-minute body conditioning exercises and mat-based Ultimate Core moves that will keep your whole body moving and melting off excess fat and inches. Experience a full-body challenge that will tackle your trouble spots and you will reap the rewards of a slimmer, leaner and totally defined NEW 2012 body and core…
ULTIMATE KettleWeights, Calorie Burn and Total Tummy Tone Up!!! Wednesday’s mid-mornings, 11.15am to 12pm, Buckden Millennium Centre to get you and your body ultra prepared for a fresh new spring season ahead. Add this extra session to your active week and you will REALLY tone it up and change your body shape in such a short space of time, plus is a great fun fabulous session that WORKS!!!
GET INTO PILATES… TONE UP the TUMMY, STRENGTHEN the CORE and FEEL FABULOUS! This is a fabulous story to help motivate you even more to give Fitness Pilates and ULTIMATE CORE classes a go for a flatter and more toned tummy this spring. It really DOES WORK so hope to see you there next week… Click http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2012/ultimate-core-and-fitness-pilates-really-does-work-by-natalie-reeve/… *NEW* STEVENAGE Class Coming Tuesday 1st May, 6.45pm, The Oval Community Centre.
ULTIMATE CORE / ABS Fitness Pilates 2012 for MEN and WOMEN >>>
This weekly session runs at 6.30pm on a Thursday Night and it REALLY is a life and body changing session like no other. I use Fitness and Traditional Pilates to tone, strengthen and fat burn the core muscles and back as we move through dynamic exercises to upbeat fun music in a sequence (don’t worry no co-ordination is required) and I am now getting a healthy influx of FELLAS to this class bringing ALOT of fun as we workout on our mats. ULITIMATE CORE will reveal a flatter and more toned tummy too (but only if you come) as the moves work to lengthen, strengthen and tone the muscles allowing you to become stronger and firmer with building bulk. It also teaches you to focus the mind as you exercise the body, gradually improving your coordination, body awareness, flexibility and all over alignment. Come and get the ULTIMATE CORE next week with me!
GET into Nordic Walking…
Some great Nordic Walks planned for YOU this month so GET UP and GET OUT with the poles this Winter… With the darker nights looming it is even MORE important to get your daylight, fresh air fix. Not only will it keep SAD (Seasonal Affective Disorder) at bay but will stave off coughs, colds and the flu as exercising outdoors is the BEST way to BOOST the immune system. So stride out in our ever-changing countryside and enjoy the amazing health and fitness benefits walking with poles and being outdoors brings each and everyone one of us regarding your age, shape, size or fitness levels – it really is for EVERYONE…. Click http://www.fithaven.co.uk/nordicwalking/news/ for the latest Nordic Walking NEWS!
LEARN How to Nordic Walk in 2012…
FitHaven’s Learn How to Nordic Walking Course is specifically aimed at the complete beginner to the Nordic Walking technique, for those who walk/ramble/hike already and want to try something new, a refresher for those who have got out of the habit and want to get back into it again and for those who have never taken part in any form of outdoor exercise and want to give it a go. Regardless of your age, ability or fitness level this course will help give you a great foundation to this wonderful outdoor exercise experience and will give you MASSIVE health and fitness benefits along the way.
Visit: http://www.fithaven.co.uk/nordicwalking/induction/ for more information on the Beginners Nordic Walking courses…
- Tuesday 23rd April, 6.30pm, Cambourne. £10 per person including pole hire and full Nordic Walking tuition/practice/walks.
- Tuesday 1st & 8th May, 1.45 – 2.45pm, Paxton Pits Nature Reserve with Mel.
- Email mel@fithaven.co.uk to BOOK your places and get into the BEST outdoor way to fun, fresh fitness EVER!!!!
The FitHaven Gallery…
The FUN and ACTIVE PLACE to BE!!! Pay the FitHaven Gallery a visit every day as I BLOG some of the actions throughout the day to give you an idea of what we do, who comes along, the sessions we take, and more importantly those who are putting in the extra effort without excuses and making their lives more active, fitter, toned, stronger, healthier, fun and alive. We really do work with some amazing people and without YOU we wouldn’t have FitHaven and you should be proud especially if you see yourself here… Of course if you do not wish to be on the gallery please just let us know and we will remove your photo immediately! But please remember those photos may be the reason you were encouraged to come along in the first place – REAL people doing REAL fitness for REAL results! Click http://www.fithaven.co.uk/gallery/ to view amazing FitHaveners who make fitness and feeling great so much FUN…!
YOUR Stories…
You can read STORIES about those who have made and continue to make MASSIVE changes to their lives, lost the weight/inches/body-fat, got fitter, more active, reduced blood pressure & cholesterol, improved backs, joints and injuries, got through personal challenges and goals, improved general health and well-being, written fantastic poems and MADE it HAPPEN for THEMSELVES… You are ALL WELCOME to join them!
*NEW* Natalie’s Fantastic Fitness Pilates and ULTIMATE CORE Before and After photos >>> http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2012/ultimate-core-and-fitness-pilates-really-does-work-by-natalie-reeve/
Babs’ Nordic Walking & Zumba Story Here>>> http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/nordic-walking-and-zumba-fitness-testimonial-by-babs/
Lisa’s Couch to 5K Story Here>>> http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/lisa-sparks-couch-to-5k-testimonial/
Zumba Fitness for the NOT so FIT or ABLE by Helen Packer > http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/zumba-fitness-for-the-not-so-fit-or-able-by-helen-packer/
LATEST Articles…
- *NEW* Stay FIT, LEAN and TONED for Life… http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2012/stay-fit-lean-and-toned-for-life-by-mel/
- Be Slimmer and Healthier by Spring… http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2012/be-slimmer-and-healthier-by-spring-time-by-mel/
- KettleBells for the GIRLS and the BOYS too… http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2012/kettlebells-for-the-girls-and-the-boys-too/
- Nordic Walk It Away in 2012 by Mel… http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/nordic-walk-it-away-in-2012-by-mel/
- Zumba GOLD by Mel… http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/zumba-gold-funky-rhythms-easy-dance-moves-and-a-better-body-for-all-ages/
- Dance Yourself Fit and Fabulous for the Party Season… http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/dance-yourself-fit-and-fabulous-for-the-party-season-by-mel/
- Couch to 5K Running Tips by Mel and Marisa… http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/fithaven-couch-to-5k-running-tips/
The FitHaven Timetable…
MAY 2012 Timetable
Click here for the Fit.News Archive
FitHaven FIT.NEWS, Sunday 15th April 2012, Issue 15
Published Sunday, April 15, 2012 | 
WELCOME to a your weekly update of FIT.NEWS and a I hope you had a great week and weekend. There is nothing like a spring walk in the woods in amongst the stunning bluebells to really refresh and revitalise the body and senses which is something I got to enjoy this weekend and also look forward to again on Monday. Come and join us at 12.30pm from the Brampton Woods Car Park for the BLUEBELLS of BRAMPTON WOODS Nordic Walk and get spring-fit, fresh and active – just look at how fabulous Millie looks in amongst these wonderful woodland flowers and you really should be a part of it too.
So with the children going back to school and a new fresh term ahead to look forward to you might be thinking of getting your body and health back on track and on top form, especially as summer is just around the corner. I can HELP you (with a little help from my friends too) so check out my APRIL TIMETABLE to see what you and your body can be a part of. http://www.fithaven.co.uk/timetable/. and there is PLENTY to do this coming term so make it move, prepare to change, keep it active!!!
WHAT’s NEW in APRIL and MAY:
*NEW COUCH TO 5K Jogging/Running Course with Marisa* Starting Tuesday 17th April, 6pm from Paxton Pits Nature Reserve. A 45 minute session over six weeks. This is a progressive walking/jogging/running programme to get you up to 5K the safe, fun and effective way. Email mel@fithaven.co.uk to book on to this 6 week course which will boost your entire body, get your fitter, help burn 100’s of calories, tone you up and give you massive benefits from exercising outdoors with fitness friends.
*NEW IMPROVERS (10k) Jogging/Running Group with Marisa* Starting Tuesday 17th April will meet at 6.45pm at the Nature Reserve for a 45/50 minute session to progress you up to 10K – Some running/jogging experience necessary. No need to book, just turn up Pay As You Go – £6 per session.
*NEW Tuesday EVENING Beginners NORDIC WALKING in CAMBOURNE* Starting Tuesday 17th and Tuesday 24th April, 6.30 – 7.30pm, Brace Dein Car Park, CB23 6DY. EARLY EVENING ‘Beginner’ sessions from Cambourne with Ali and Mel for these two dates and thereafter they will become REGULAR EVENING SESSIONS and EVERYONE is welcome to join Ali. So if you fancy learning how to Nordic Walk or brushing up your technique and discovering a new part of our stunning Cambridgeshire countryside then email me – mel@fithaven.co.uk – to book onto the Beginners session which will cost £15 for the two sessions, and thereafter £6 per session including your pole hire.
*NEW* ULTIMATE KettleWeights, Calorie Burn and Total Tummy Tone Up!!!* Monday Nights, 7.25pm and Wednesday Mornings, 11.15am. This fabulous session is designed to get you and your body ultra prepared for a fresh new spring season ahead. Add this session to your active week and you will REALLY notice a BIG difference in your body tone, shape change and inch loss – in such a short space of time, plus it is a great fun fabulous session that really WORKS!!! Price is only £6 per session on a Pay As You Go Basis. Email mel@fithaven.co.uk if you would like more information or just turn up and GIVE IT A GO!
*NEW* Fitness-Pilates and TONE in STEVENAGE* Starting Tuesday 1st May, 6.45 to 7.45pm, The Oval Community Centre, Vardon Road, STEVENAGE, SG1 5RD. I am taking the FitHaven experience down the A1 and starting my first session in Stevenage in May. This will be aimed at Beginners and All Levels to enjoy and experience the wonders of Fitness-Pilates for flatter tummies, better stronger backs and posture, body toning, flexibility and relaxation. SPACES ARE LIMITED to please email mel@fithaven.co.uk to book you place. Sessions run on a pay as you go basis of £6 per class.
We look forward to seeing you out there this week…
Lots of Love, Mel and Millie xxx
Fitness Classes 2012…
JOIN MY FITHAVEN & ZUMBA FITNESS FACEBOOK GROUP… This the most up-to-date, on-the-button and inspirational way to find out what is going with classes during the week and month ahead – ALL of my classes are running so get ready to get really fit this week…
FITNESS CLASSES/NORDIC WALKING – Mon 16th to Thurs 19th March 2012
Monday 16th April
9.45am, Fun Keep Fit/Fitness Pilates, Mandeville Hall, Kimbolton
12.30pm, Fitness Nordic Walking with Mel, Bluebells at Brampton Woods, Brampton Woods Car Park
6.20pm, Fitness Pilates for All, Buckden Millennium Centre
7.20pm, *NEW* KettleBells, Cardio and Core, Buckden Millennium Centre
Tuesday 17th April
9.45am, Fitness Pilates for All, Buckden Millennium Centre
12pm, Nature Reserve Nordic Walking, Paxton Pits Nature Reserve, Little Paxton
4pm, Zumba GOLD, Buckden Millennium Centre
6pm, *NEW* Couch to 5K with Marisa, Paxton Pits Nature Reserve – Email mel@fithaven.co.uk to book
6.30pm, *NEW* Nordic Walking Cambourne, with Ali/Mel,
6.45pm, *NEW* Running/Jogging Club (up to 10k) with Marisa, Paxton Pits Nature Reserve
STARTS 1st May, 6.45pm, Fitness Pilates and Tone, The Oval Community Centre, STEVENAGE
Wednesday 18th April
9.45am, Zumba Toning, Buckden Millennium Centre
11.15am, *NEW* KettleBells, Calorie-Burn and Toned Tummies, Buckden Millennium Centre
6.30pm, Zumba Toning, Buckden Millennium Centre
Thursday 19th April
9.45am, Beginners Fitness Pilates, Buckden Millennium Centre
9.45am, *NEW* Nordic Walking with Ali, SOUTHOE VILLAGE HALL
6.30pm, ULTIMATE Core/Abs Fit Pilates, Buckden Millennium Centre
7.25pm, Zumba FITNESS, Buckden Millennium Centre
PLEASE NOTE: I will be taking a short break from Monday 23rd April to Thursday 26th April HOWEVER I will be getting some sessions covered and I will publish the revised timetable later this week…
Featured Classes with Mel for 2012…
*NEW for 2012* Mel’s KETTLEBells, CARDIO & CORE Class >>> Monday Nights, 7.20 to 8.20pm, Buckden Millennium Centre. A SUPERB session that will bring your body the ULTIMATE calorie blast & body fat and inch-blast burn with ‘kettlebell-style’ movements using ‘hand-weights’ and up-to-the-minute body conditioning exercises and mat-based Ultimate Core moves that will keep your whole body moving and melting off excess fat and inches. Experience a full-body challenge that will tackle your trouble spots and you will reap the rewards of a slimmer, leaner and totally defined NEW 2012 body and core…
ULTIMATE KettleWeights, Calorie Burn and Total Tummy Tone Up!!! Wednesday’s mid-mornings, 11.15am to 12pm, Buckden Millennium Centre to get you and your body ultra prepared for a fresh new spring season ahead. Add this extra session to your active week and you will REALLY tone it up and change your body shape in such a short space of time, plus is a great fun fabulous session that WORKS!!!
GET INTO PILATES… TONE UP the TUMMY, STRENGTHEN the CORE and FEEL FABULOUS! This is a fabulous story to help motivate you even more to give Fitness Pilates and ULTIMATE CORE classes a go for a flatter and more toned tummy this spring. It really DOES WORK so hope to see you there next week… Click http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2012/ultimate-core-and-fitness-pilates-really-does-work-by-natalie-reeve/… *NEW* STEVENAGE Class Coming Tuesday 1st May, 6.45pm, The Oval Community Centre.
ULTIMATE CORE / ABS Fitness Pilates 2012 for MEN and WOMEN >>>
This weekly session runs at 6.30pm on a Thursday Night and it REALLY is a life and body changing session like no other. I use Fitness and Traditional Pilates to tone, strengthen and fat burn the core muscles and back as we move through dynamic exercises to upbeat fun music in a sequence (don’t worry no co-ordination is required) and I am now getting a healthy influx of FELLAS to this class bringing ALOT of fun as we workout on our mats. ULITIMATE CORE will reveal a flatter and more toned tummy too (but only if you come) as the moves work to lengthen, strengthen and tone the muscles allowing you to become stronger and firmer with building bulk. It also teaches you to focus the mind as you exercise the body, gradually improving your coordination, body awareness, flexibility and all over alignment. Come and get the ULTIMATE CORE next week with me!
GET into Nordic Walking…
Some great Nordic Walks planned for YOU this month so GET UP and GET OUT with the poles this Winter… With the darker nights looming it is even MORE important to get your daylight, fresh air fix. Not only will it keep SAD (Seasonal Affective Disorder) at bay but will stave off coughs, colds and the flu as exercising outdoors is the BEST way to BOOST the immune system. So stride out in our ever-changing countryside and enjoy the amazing health and fitness benefits walking with poles and being outdoors brings each and everyone one of us regarding your age, shape, size or fitness levels – it really is for EVERYONE…. Click http://www.fithaven.co.uk/nordicwalking/news/ for the latest Nordic Walking NEWS!
LEARN How to Nordic Walk in 2012…
FitHaven’s Learn How to Nordic Walking Course is specifically aimed at the complete beginner to the Nordic Walking technique, for those who walk/ramble/hike already and want to try something new, a refresher for those who have got out of the habit and want to get back into it again and for those who have never taken part in any form of outdoor exercise and want to give it a go. Regardless of your age, ability or fitness level this course will help give you a great foundation to this wonderful outdoor exercise experience and will give you MASSIVE health and fitness benefits along the way.
Visit: http://www.fithaven.co.uk/nordicwalking/induction/ for more information on the Beginners Nordic Walking courses…
- Tuesday 17th & 23rd April, 6.30pm, Cambourne. £15 per person including pole hire and full Nordic Walking tuition/practice/walks.
- Tuesday 1st & 8th May, 1.45 – 2.45pm, Paxton Pits Nature Reserve with Mel.
- Email mel@fithaven.co.uk to BOOK your places and get into the BEST outdoor way to fun, fresh fitness EVER!!!!
The FitHaven Gallery…
The FUN and ACTIVE PLACE to BE!!! Pay the FitHaven Gallery a visit every day as I BLOG some of the actions throughout the day to give you an idea of what we do, who comes along, the sessions we take, and more importantly those who are putting in the extra effort without excuses and making their lives more active, fitter, toned, stronger, healthier, fun and alive. We really do work with some amazing people and without YOU we wouldn’t have FitHaven and you should be proud especially if you see yourself here… Of course if you do not wish to be on the gallery please just let us know and we will remove your photo immediately! But please remember those photos may be the reason you were encouraged to come along in the first place – REAL people doing REAL fitness for REAL results! Click http://www.fithaven.co.uk/gallery/ to view amazing FitHaveners who make fitness and feeling great so much FUN…!
YOUR Stories…
You can read STORIES about those who have made and continue to make MASSIVE changes to their lives, lost the weight/inches/body-fat, got fitter, more active, reduced blood pressure & cholesterol, improved backs, joints and injuries, got through personal challenges and goals, improved general health and well-being, written fantastic poems and MADE it HAPPEN for THEMSELVES… You are ALL WELCOME to join them!
*NEW* Natalie’s Fantastic Fitness Pilates and ULTIMATE CORE Before and After photos >>> http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2012/ultimate-core-and-fitness-pilates-really-does-work-by-natalie-reeve/
Babs’ Nordic Walking & Zumba Story Here>>> http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/nordic-walking-and-zumba-fitness-testimonial-by-babs/
Lisa’s Couch to 5K Story Here>>> http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/lisa-sparks-couch-to-5k-testimonial/
Zumba Fitness for the NOT so FIT or ABLE by Helen Packer > http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/zumba-fitness-for-the-not-so-fit-or-able-by-helen-packer/
LATEST Articles…
- *NEW* Stay FIT, LEAN and TONED for Life… http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2012/stay-fit-lean-and-toned-for-life-by-mel/
- Be Slimmer and Healthier by Spring… http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2012/be-slimmer-and-healthier-by-spring-time-by-mel/
- KettleBells for the GIRLS and the BOYS too… http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2012/kettlebells-for-the-girls-and-the-boys-too/
- Nordic Walk It Away in 2012 by Mel… http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/nordic-walk-it-away-in-2012-by-mel/
- Zumba GOLD by Mel… http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/zumba-gold-funky-rhythms-easy-dance-moves-and-a-better-body-for-all-ages/
- Dance Yourself Fit and Fabulous for the Party Season… http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/dance-yourself-fit-and-fabulous-for-the-party-season-by-mel/
- Couch to 5K Running Tips by Mel and Marisa… http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/fithaven-couch-to-5k-running-tips/
The FitHaven Timetable…
MAY 2012 Timetable
Click here for the Fit.News Archive
FitHaven FIT.NEWS, Tuesday 10th April, Issue 14
Published Tuesday, April 10, 2012 | 
WELCOME to a mid-week FIT.NEWS update and a I hope you hade a fantastic Easter break with your family and friends. It is nice to get out and about and also be able to put your feet up for a few days and do something different but I am most certainly ready to get back into it so LET’S GO!!!
EASTER SESSIONS: ALL of my classes (except Tuesday afternoon’s Zumba GOLD) will be running this week so come and join me with or without your children for some upbeat, fun and exciting sessions. **KIDS for FREE** All Small Children can come to any of my sessions for FREE during the school holidays and they get to try out something new, fun and different with you. Check out my NEW APRIL TIMETABLE here >>> http://www.fithaven.co.uk/timetable/
WHAT’s NEW in APRIL and MAY:
*NEW COUCH TO 5K Jogging/Running Course with Marisa* Starting Tuesday 17th April, 6pm from Paxton Pits Nature Reserve. A 45 minute session over six weeks. This is a progressive walking/jogging/running programme to get you up to 5K the safe, fun and effective way. Email mel@fithaven.co.uk to book on to this 6 week course which will boost your entire body, get your fitter, help burn 100’s of calories, tone you up and give you massive benefits from exercising outdoors with fitness friends.
*NEW IMPROVERS (10k) Jogging/Running Group with Marisa* Starting Tuesday 17th April will meet at 6.45pm at the Nature Reserve for a 45/50 minute session to progress you up to 10K – Some running/jogging experience necessary. No need to book, just turn up Pay As You Go – £6 per session.
*NEW Tuesday EVENING Beginners NORDIC WALKING in CAMBOURNE* Starting Tuesday 17th and Tuesday 24th April, 6.30 – 7.30pm, Brace Dein Car Park, CB23 6DY. EARLY EVENING ‘Beginner’ sessions from Cambourne with Ali and Mel for these two dates and thereafter they will become REGULAR EVENING SESSIONS and EVERYONE is welcome to join Ali. So if you fancy learning how to Nordic Walk or brushing up your technique and discovering a new part of our stunning Cambridgeshire countryside then email me – mel@fithaven.co.uk – to book onto the Beginners session which will cost £15 for the two sessions, and thereafter £6 per session including your pole hire.
*NEW* ULTIMATE KettleWeight Calorie Burn and Total Tummy Tone Up!!!* My *NEW* KETTLEWEIGHTS & CORE Small Group Training session returns from Wednesday 11th April, 11.15am to 12pm, Buckden Millennium Centre and is designed to get you and your body ultra prepared for a fresh new spring season ahead. Add this session to your active week and you will REALLY notice a BIG difference in your body tone, shape change and inch loss – in such a short space of time, plus it is a great fun fabulous session that really WORKS!!! Price is only £6 per session on a Pay As You Go Basis. Email mel@fithaven.co.uk if you would like more information or just turn up and GIVE IT A GO!
*NEW* Fitness-Pilates and TONE in STEVENAGE* Starting Tuesday 1st May, 6.45 to 7.45pm, The Oval Community Centre, Vardon Road, STEVENAGE, SG1 5RD. I am taking the FitHaven experience down the A1 and starting my first session in Stevenage in May. This will be aimed at Beginners and All Levels to enjoy and experience the wonders of Fitness-Pilates for flatter tummies, better stronger backs and posture, body toning, flexibility and relaxation. SPACES ARE LIMITED to please email mel@fithaven.co.uk to book you place. Sessions run on a pay as you go basis of £6 per class.
I look forward to seeing the WHOLE FAMILY out and about again this week for a week of highly fun, fabulous and effective post-Easter sessions…
Lots of Love, Mel and Millie xxx
Fitness Classes 2012…
JOIN MY FITHAVEN & ZUMBA FITNESS FACEBOOK GROUP… This the most up-to-date, on-the-button and inspirational way to find out what is going with classes during the week and month ahead – ALL of my classes are running so get ready to get really fit this week…
FITNESS CLASSES/NORDIC WALKING – Mon 26th to Thurs 29th March 2012
Monday 9th April – Bank Holiday – NO CLASSES RUNNING
Tuesday 10th April
9.45am, Fitness Pilates for All, Buckden Millennium Centre
12pm, Nature Reserve Nordic Walking, Paxton Pits Nature Reserve, Little Paxton
1.45pm, LEARN How to Nordic Walk, Paxton Pits Nature Reserve – Email mel@fithaven.co.uk to book
4pm, Zumba GOLD, Buckden Millennium Centre – NOT RUNNING THIS WEEK
6.30pm, Running/Jogging Club with Marisa, St Neots Rugby Club – NOT RUNNING THIS WEEK
STARTS 1st May, 6.45pm, Fitness Pilates and Tone, The Oval Community Centre, STEVENAGE
Wednesday 11th April
9.45am, Zumba Toning, Buckden Millennium Centre
11.15am, *NEW* KettleBells, Calorie-Burn and Toned Tummies, Buckden Millennium Centre
6.30pm, Zumba Toning, Buckden Millennium Centre
Thursday 12th April
9.45am, Beginners Fitness Pilates, Buckden Millennium Centre
9.45am, *NEW* Nordic Walking with Gordon, Buckden Millennium Centre
6.30pm, ULTIMATE Core/Abs Fit Pilates, Buckden Millennium Centre
7.25pm, Zumba FITNESS, Buckden Millennium Centre
Monday 16th April
9.45am, Fun Keep Fit/Fitness Pilates, Mandeville Hall, Kimbolton
12.30pm, Fitness Nordic Walking with Mel, Bluebells at Brampton Woods, Brampton Woods Car Park
6.20pm, Fitness Pilates for All, Buckden Millennium Centre
7.20pm, *NEW* KettleBells, Cardio and Core, Buckden Millennium Centre
Tuesday 17th April
9.45am, Fitness Pilates for All, Buckden Millennium Centre
12pm, Nature Reserve Nordic Walking, Paxton Pits Nature Reserve, Little Paxton
4pm, Zumba GOLD, Buckden Millennium Centre
6pm, *NEW* Couch to 5K with Marisa, Paxton Pits Nature Reserve – Email mel@fithaven.co.uk to book
6.30pm, *NEW* Nordic Walking Cambourne, with Ali/Mel,
6.45pm, *NEW* Running/Jogging Club (up to 10k) with Marisa, Paxton Pits Nature Reserve
STARTS 1st May, 6.45pm, Fitness Pilates and Tone, The Oval Community Centre, STEVENAGE
Featured Classes with Mel for 2012…
*NEW for 2012* Mel’s KETTLEBells, CARDIO & CORE Class >>> Monday Nights, 7.20 to 8.20pm, Buckden Millennium Centre. A SUPERB session that will bring your body the ULTIMATE calorie blast & body fat and inch-blast burn with ‘kettlebell-style’ movements using ‘hand-weights’ and up-to-the-minute body conditioning exercises and mat-based Ultimate Core moves that will keep your whole body moving and melting off excess fat and inches. Experience a full-body challenge that will tackle your trouble spots and you will reap the rewards of a slimmer, leaner and totally defined NEW 2012 body and core… **NEW** WEDNESDAY MORNING, 11.15AM, KETTLEBELLS & CORE, Buckden Millennium Centre!!!
ULTIMATE Calorie Burn and Total Tummy Tone Up!!! Wednesday’s mid-mornings, 11.15am to 12pm, Buckden Millennium Centre to get you and your body ultra prepared for a fresh new spring season ahead. Add this extra session to your active week and you will REALLY tone it up and change your body shape in such a short space of time, plus is a great fun fabulous session that WORKS!!!
GET INTO PILATES… TONE UP the TUMMY, STRENGTHEN the CORE and FEEL FABULOUS! This is a fabulous story to help motivate you even more to give Fitness Pilates and ULTIMATE CORE classes a go for a flatter and more toned tummy this spring. It really DOES WORK so hope to see you there next week… Click http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2012/ultimate-core-and-fitness-pilates-really-does-work-by-natalie-reeve/… *NEW* STEVENAGE Class Coming Tuesday 1st May, 6.45pm, The Oval Community Centre.
*NEW* COUCH to 5K! COMING SOON!!! Tuesday evenings, 6pm for 45 mins. This session will get you started and into walking/jogging/running with a structured program over 6 weeks. Not only will it get you fitter but it will prevent injury, help you to burn off fat and inches and bring immense health benefits to your entire body. Marisa’s last course was a HUGE success and she still continues to coach them as they progress up to 10K. Please email me to register your interest NOW Email mel@fithaven.co.uk
ULTIMATE CORE / ABS Fitness Pilates 2012 for MEN and WOMEN >>>
This weekly session runs at 6.30pm on a Thursday Night and it REALLY is a life and body changing session like no other. I use Fitness and Traditional Pilates to tone, strengthen and fat burn the core muscles and back as we move through dynamic exercises to upbeat fun music in a sequence (don’t worry no co-ordination is required) and I am now getting a healthy influx of FELLAS to this class bringing ALOT of fun as we workout on our mats. ULITIMATE CORE will reveal a flatter and more toned tummy too (but only if you come) as the moves work to lengthen, strengthen and tone the muscles allowing you to become stronger and firmer with building bulk. It also teaches you to focus the mind as you exercise the body, gradually improving your coordination, body awareness, flexibility and all over alignment. Come and get the ULTIMATE CORE next week with me!
GET into Nordic Walking…
Some great Nordic Walks planned for YOU this month so GET UP and GET OUT with the poles this Winter… With the darker nights looming it is even MORE important to get your daylight, fresh air fix. Not only will it keep SAD (Seasonal Affective Disorder) at bay but will stave off coughs, colds and the flu as exercising outdoors is the BEST way to BOOST the immune system. So stride out in our ever-changing countryside and enjoy the amazing health and fitness benefits walking with poles and being outdoors brings each and everyone one of us regarding your age, shape, size or fitness levels – it really is for EVERYONE…. Click http://www.fithaven.co.uk/nordicwalking/news/ for the latest Nordic Walking NEWS!
LEARN How to Nordic Walk in 2012…
FitHaven’s Learn How to Nordic Walking Course is specifically aimed at the complete beginner to the Nordic Walking technique, for those who walk/ramble/hike already and want to try something new, a refresher for those who have got out of the habit and want to get back into it again and for those who have never taken part in any form of outdoor exercise and want to give it a go. Regardless of your age, ability or fitness level this course will help give you a great foundation to this wonderful outdoor exercise experience and will give you MASSIVE health and fitness benefits along the way.
Visit: http://www.fithaven.co.uk/nordicwalking/induction/ for more information on the Beginners Nordic Walking courses…
- Tuesday 17th & 24th April, 2012, 6.30 – 7.30pm, Cambourne with Ali. £15 per person including pole hire and full Nordic Walking tuition/practice/walks.
- Tuesday 1st & 8th May, 1.45 – 2.45pm, Paxton Pits Nature Reserve with Mel. £15 per person including pole hire and full Nordic Walking tuition/practice/walks.
- Email mel@fithaven.co.uk to BOOK your places and get into the BEST outdoor way to fun, fresh fitness EVER!!!!
The FitHaven Gallery…
The FUN and ACTIVE PLACE to BE!!! Pay the FitHaven Gallery a visit every day as I BLOG some of the actions throughout the day to give you an idea of what we do, who comes along, the sessions we take, and more importantly those who are putting in the extra effort without excuses and making their lives more active, fitter, toned, stronger, healthier, fun and alive. We really do work with some amazing people and without YOU we wouldn’t have FitHaven and you should be proud especially if you see yourself here… Of course if you do not wish to be on the gallery please just let us know and we will remove your photo immediately! But please remember those photos may be the reason you were encouraged to come along in the first place – REAL people doing REAL fitness for REAL results! Click http://www.fithaven.co.uk/gallery/ to view amazing FitHaveners who make fitness and feeling great so much FUN…!
YOUR Stories…
You can read STORIES about those who have made and continue to make MASSIVE changes to their lives, lost the weight/inches/body-fat, got fitter, more active, reduced blood pressure & cholesterol, improved backs, joints and injuries, got through personal challenges and goals, improved general health and well-being, written fantastic poems and MADE it HAPPEN for THEMSELVES… You are ALL WELCOME to join them!
*NEW* Natalie’s Fantastic Fitness Pilates and ULTIMATE CORE Before and After photos >>> http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2012/ultimate-core-and-fitness-pilates-really-does-work-by-natalie-reeve/
Babs’ Nordic Walking & Zumba Story Here>>> http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/nordic-walking-and-zumba-fitness-testimonial-by-babs/
Lisa’s Couch to 5K Story Here>>> http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/lisa-sparks-couch-to-5k-testimonial/
Zumba Fitness for the NOT so FIT or ABLE by Helen Packer > http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/zumba-fitness-for-the-not-so-fit-or-able-by-helen-packer/
LATEST Articles…
- *NEW* Be Slimmer and Healthier by Spring… http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2012/be-slimmer-and-healthier-by-spring-time-by-mel/
*NEW* KettleBells for the GIRLS and the BOYS too… http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2012/kettlebells-for-the-girls-and-the-boys-too/ - Nordic Walk It Away in 2012 by Mel… http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/nordic-walk-it-away-in-2012-by-mel/
- Zumba GOLD by Mel… http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/zumba-gold-funky-rhythms-easy-dance-moves-and-a-better-body-for-all-ages/
- Dance Yourself Fit and Fabulous for the Party Season… http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/dance-yourself-fit-and-fabulous-for-the-party-season-by-mel/
- Couch to 5K Running Tips by Mel and Marisa… http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/fithaven-couch-to-5k-running-tips/
The FitHaven Timetable…
MAY 2012 Timetable
Click here for the Fit.News Archive
FitHaven FIT.NEWS, Sunday 1st April 2012, Issue 13
Published Sunday, April 1, 2012 | 
WELCOME to your weekly FIT.NEWS and a brand new fresh spring month ahead. It is going to be a whopper of a season with lots of NEW sessions starting and the beginning of a new term of fabulous fitness, healthy activity and even a new body so let’s get out there and enjoy it this week.
EASTER SESSIONS: ALL of my classes (except Tuesday afternoon’s Zumba GOLD) will be running this week in the lead up to the Easter Weekend so come and join me with or without your children for some upbeat, fun and exciting sessions. **KIDS for FREE CLASSES** All Small Children can come to any of my sessions for FREE during the school holidays and they get to try out something new, fun and different with you and there will be an Easter treat in it for them too! I have also got a new round of LEARN HOW TO NORDIC WALK sessions start this and next Tuesday, 1.45pm from the Nature Reserve in Little Paxton. The PERFECT time to get started out with the poles and as easy as putting one foot in front of the other. Check out my NEW APRIL TIMETABLE here >>> http://www.fithaven.co.uk/timetable/
WHAT’s NEW in APRIL and MAY:
*NEW COUCH TO 5K Jogging/Running Course with Marisa* Starting Tuesday 17th April, 6pm from Paxton Pits Nature Reserve. A 45 minute session over six weeks. This is a progressive walking/jogging/running programme to get you up to 5K the safe, fun and effective way. Email mel@fithaven.co.uk to book on to this 6 week course which will boost your entire body, get your fitter, help burn 100’s of calories, tone you up and give you massive benefits from exercising outdoors with fitness friends.
*NEW IMPROVERS (10k) Jogging/Running Group with Marisa* Starting Tuesday 17th April will meet at 6.45pm at the Nature Reserve for a 45/50 minute session to progress you up to 10K – Some running/jogging experience necessary. No need to book, just turn up Pay As You Go – £6 per session.
*NEW Tuesday EVENING Beginners NORDIC WALKING in CAMBOURNE* Starting Tuesday 17th and Tuesday 24th April, 6.30 – 7.30pm, Brace Dein Car Park, CB23 6DY. EARLY EVENING ‘Beginner’ sessions from Cambourne with Ali and Mel for these two dates and thereafter they will become REGULAR EVENING SESSIONS and EVERYONE is welcome to join Ali. So if you fancy learning how to Nordic Walk or brushing up your technique and discovering a new part of our stunning Cambridgeshire countryside then email me – mel@fithaven.co.uk – to book onto the Beginners session which will cost £15 for the two sessions, and thereafter £6 per session including your pole hire.
*NEW* ULTIMATE KettleWeight Calorie Burn and Total Tummy Tone Up!!!* My *NEW* KETTLEWEIGHTS & CORE Small Group Training session returns from Wednesday 11th April, 11.15am to 12pm, Buckden Millennium Centre and is designed to get you and your body ultra prepared for a fresh new spring season ahead. Add this session to your active week and you will REALLY notice a BIG difference in your body tone, shape change and inch loss – in such a short space of time, plus it is a great fun fabulous session that really WORKS!!! Price is only £6 per session on a Pay As You Go Basis. Email mel@fithaven.co.uk if you would like more information or just turn up and GIVE IT A GO!
*NEW* Fitness-Pilates and TONE in STEVENAGE* Starting Tuesday 1st May, 6.45 to 7.45pm, The Oval Community Centre, Vardon Road, STEVENAGE, SG1 5RD. I am taking the FitHaven experience down the A1 and starting my first session in Stevenage in May. This will be aimed at Beginners and All Levels to enjoy and experience the wonders of Fitness-Pilates for flatter tummies, better stronger backs and posture, body toning, flexibility and relaxation. SPACES ARE LIMITED to please email mel@fithaven.co.uk to book you place. Sessions run on a pay as you go basis of £6 per class.
I look forward to seeing the WHOLE FAMILY out and about this week for a week of highly fun and effective Easter sessions…
Lots of Love, Mel and Millie xxx
Fitness Classes 2012…
JOIN MY FITHAVEN & ZUMBA FITNESS FACEBOOK GROUP… This the most up-to-date, on-the-button and inspirational way to find out what is going with classes during the week and month ahead – ALL of my classes are running so get ready to get really fit this week…
FITNESS CLASSES/NORDIC WALKING – Mon 26th to Thurs 29th March 2012
Monday 2nd April
9.45am, Fun Keep Fit/Fitness Pilates, Mandeville Hall, Kimbolton
12.30pm, Fitness Nordic Walking with Mel, Ellington Thorpe (Chadders House)
6.20pm, Fitness Pilates for All, Buckden Millennium Centre
7.20pm, *NEW* KettleBells, Cardio and Core, Buckden Millennium Centre
Tuesday 3rd April
9.45am, Fitness Pilates for All, Buckden Millennium Centre
12pm, Nature Reserve Nordic Walking, Paxton Pits Nature Reserve, Little Paxton
1.45pm, LEARN How to Nordic Walk, Paxton Pits Nature Reserve – Email mel@fithaven.co.uk to book
. 4pm, Zumba GOLD, Buckden Millennium Centre – NOT RUNNING THIS WEEK
6.30pm, Running/Jogging Club with Marisa, St Neots Rugby Club – NOT RUNNING THIS WEEK
STARTS 1st May, 6.45pm, Fitness Pilates and Tone, The Oval Community Centre, STEVENAGE
Wednesday 4th April
9.45am, Zumba Toning, Buckden Millennium Centre
11.15am, *NEW* KettleBells and Core, Buckden Millennium Centre – NOT RUNNING THIS WEEK
6.30pm, Zumba Toning, Buckden Millennium Centre
Thursday 5th April
9.45am, Beginners Fitness Pilates, Buckden Millennium Centre
9.45am, *NEW* Nordic Walking with Gordon, Buckden Millennium Centre
6.30pm, ULTIMATE Core/Abs Fit Pilates, Buckden Millennium Centre
7.25pm, Zumba FITNESS, Buckden Millennium Centre
Featured Classes with Mel for 2012…
*NEW for 2012* Mel’s KETTLEBells, CARDIO & CORE Class >>> Monday Nights, 7.20 to 8.20pm, Buckden Millennium Centre. A SUPERB session that will bring your body the ULTIMATE calorie blast & body fat and inch-blast burn with ‘kettlebell-style’ movements using ‘hand-weights’ and up-to-the-minute body conditioning exercises and mat-based Ultimate Core moves that will keep your whole body moving and melting off excess fat and inches. Experience a full-body challenge that will tackle your trouble spots and you will reap the rewards of a slimmer, leaner and totally defined NEW 2012 body and core… NEW… WEDNESDAY MORNING, 11.15AM, KETTLEBELLS & CORE, Buckden Millennium Centre!!!
ULTIMATE Calorie Burn and Total Tummy Tone Up!!! My *NEW* KETTLEBELLS & CORE will resume after the Easter holidays starting Wednesday class running on Wednesday’s mid-mornings, 11.15am to 12pm, Buckden Millennium Centre in the lead up to Easter is designed to get you and your body ultra prepared for a fresh new spring season ahead. Add this extra session to your active week and you will REALLY tone it up and change your body shape in such a short space of time, plus is a great fun fabulous session that WORKS!!!
GET INTO PILATES… TONE UP the TUMMY, STRENGTHEN the CORE and FEEL FABULOUS! This is a fabulous story to help motivate you even more to give Fitness Pilates and ULTIMATE CORE classes a go for a flatter and more toned tummy this spring. It really DOES WORK so hope to see you there next week… Click http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2012/ultimate-core-and-fitness-pilates-really-does-work-by-natalie-reeve/… *NEW* STEVENAGE Class Coming Tuesday 1st May, 6.45pm, The Oval Community Centre.
*NEW* COUCH to 5K! COMING SOON!!! Another round of 0 to 5K sessions will be starting with Marisa as soon as the nights get a bit lighter and we are potentially looking at after Easter. It will run on a Tuesday evening around 6pm for 45 mins to an hour. This session will get you started and into walking/jogging/running with a structured program over 6 weeks. Not only will it get you fitter but it will prevent injury, help you to burn off fat and inches and bring immense health benefits to your entire body. Marisa’s last course was a HUGE success and she still continues to coach them as they progress up to 10K. Please email me to register your interest NOW Email mel@fithaven.co.uk
ULTIMATE CORE / ABS Fitness Pilates 2012 for MEN and WOMEN >>>
This weekly session runs at 6.30pm on a Thursday Night and it REALLY is a life and body changing session like no other. I use Fitness and Traditional Pilates to tone, strengthen and fat burn the core muscles and back as we move through dynamic exercises to upbeat fun music in a sequence (don’t worry no co-ordination is required) and I am now getting a healthy influx of FELLAS to this class bringing ALOT of fun as we workout on our mats. ULITIMATE CORE will reveal a flatter and more toned tummy too (but only if you come) as the moves work to lengthen, strengthen and tone the muscles allowing you to become stronger and firmer with building bulk. It also teaches you to focus the mind as you exercise the body, gradually improving your coordination, body awareness, flexibility and all over alignment. Come and get the ULTIMATE CORE next week with me!
GET into Nordic Walking…
Some great Nordic Walks planned for YOU this month so GET UP and GET OUT with the poles this Winter… With the darker nights looming it is even MORE important to get your daylight, fresh air fix. Not only will it keep SAD (Seasonal Affective Disorder) at bay but will stave off coughs, colds and the flu as exercising outdoors is the BEST way to BOOST the immune system. So stride out in our ever-changing countryside and enjoy the amazing health and fitness benefits walking with poles and being outdoors brings each and everyone one of us regarding your age, shape, size or fitness levels – it really is for EVERYONE…. Click http://www.fithaven.co.uk/nordicwalking/news/ for the latest Nordic Walking NEWS!
LEARN How to Nordic Walk in 2012…
FitHaven’s Learn How to Nordic Walking Course is specifically aimed at the complete beginner to the Nordic Walking technique, for those who walk/ramble/hike already and want to try something new, a refresher for those who have got out of the habit and want to get back into it again and for those who have never taken part in any form of outdoor exercise and want to give it a go. Regardless of your age, ability or fitness level this course will help give you a great foundation to this wonderful outdoor exercise experience and will give you MASSIVE health and fitness benefits along the way.
Visit: http://www.fithaven.co.uk/nordicwalking/induction/ for more information on the Beginners Nordic Walking courses…
- Tuesday 3rd & 10th April 2012, 1.45 – 2.45pm, Paxton Pits Nature Reserve, Little Paxton, with Mel. Price: £15 per person including pole hire and full Nordic Walking tuition/practice/walks.
- Tuesday 17th & 24th April, 2012, 6.30 – 7.30pm, Cambourne with Ali. Price: £15 per person including pole hire and full Nordic Walking tuition/practice/walks.
The FitHaven Gallery…
The FUN and ACTIVE PLACE to BE!!! Pay the FitHaven Gallery a visit every day as I BLOG some of the actions throughout the day to give you an idea of what we do, who comes along, the sessions we take, and more importantly those who are putting in the extra effort without excuses and making their lives more active, fitter, toned, stronger, healthier, fun and alive. We really do work with some amazing people and without YOU we wouldn’t have FitHaven and you should be proud especially if you see yourself here… Of course if you do not wish to be on the gallery please just let us know and we will remove your photo immediately! But please remember those photos may be the reason you were encouraged to come along in the first place – REAL people doing REAL fitness for REAL results! Click http://www.fithaven.co.uk/gallery/ to view amazing FitHaveners who make fitness and feeling great so much FUN…!
YOUR Stories…
You can read STORIES about those who have made and continue to make MASSIVE changes to their lives, lost the weight/inches/body-fat, got fitter, more active, reduced blood pressure & cholesterol, improved backs, joints and injuries, got through personal challenges and goals, improved general health and well-being, written fantastic poems and MADE it HAPPEN for THEMSELVES… You are ALL WELCOME to join them!
*NEW* Natalie’s Fantastic Fitness Pilates and ULTIMATE CORE Before and After photos >>> http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2012/ultimate-core-and-fitness-pilates-really-does-work-by-natalie-reeve/
Babs’ Nordic Walking & Zumba Story Here>>> http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/nordic-walking-and-zumba-fitness-testimonial-by-babs/
Lisa’s Couch to 5K Story Here>>> http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/lisa-sparks-couch-to-5k-testimonial/
Zumba Fitness for the NOT so FIT or ABLE by Helen Packer > http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/zumba-fitness-for-the-not-so-fit-or-able-by-helen-packer/
LATEST Articles…
- *NEW* Be Slimmer and Healthier by Spring… http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2012/be-slimmer-and-healthier-by-spring-time-by-mel/
*NEW* KettleBells for the GIRLS and the BOYS too… http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2012/kettlebells-for-the-girls-and-the-boys-too/ - Nordic Walk It Away in 2012 by Mel… http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/nordic-walk-it-away-in-2012-by-mel/
- Zumba GOLD by Mel… http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/zumba-gold-funky-rhythms-easy-dance-moves-and-a-better-body-for-all-ages/
- Dance Yourself Fit and Fabulous for the Party Season… http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/dance-yourself-fit-and-fabulous-for-the-party-season-by-mel/
- Couch to 5K Running Tips by Mel and Marisa… http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/fithaven-couch-to-5k-running-tips/
The FitHaven Timetable…
MAY 2012 Timetable
Click here for the Fit.News Archive
FitHaven FIT.NEWS, Sunday 25th March, Issue 12
Published Sunday, March 25, 2012 | 
WELCOME to your weekly FIT.NEWS and WOW what an amazing weather weekend we are having right now. I hope you are out in it and enjoying the rays and the fresh spring air. So good is the weather that I don’t want to miss a minute of it so I am keeping this edition short and sweet and I am off out to nordic walk the afternoon away. Still plenty going in the coming week to motivate you to be better, feel amazing and enjoy a fun and active life so see you there…
Mel’s Healthy Eating and Fitness BLOG – http://www.fithaven.co.uk/blogs/ Last week I blogged my fitness and food week as I felt it had slipped a bit and wanted to get back on track and it really works!! Knowing that I have to write it down is one thing and that actually spurred me you on to do a bit more as well as be aware of what I was putting into my body, which is key. From this I have identified a few areas I could adjust – not eliminate – as well as work on my own personal fitness too which I made a start on and did an extra Core/Weights Tabata, my own Fitness Nordic Walk and a Sunday morning run which I have really enjoyed it. If you feel the same and need that extra encouragement and motivation then you can join me and together we can make some amazing changes from the inside-out over the next four weeks.
ULTIMATE Calorie Burn and Total Tummy Tone Up!!! My *NEW* KETTLEBELLS & CORE class running on Wednesday’s mid-mornings, 11.15am to 12pm, Buckden Millennium Centre in the lead up to Easter is designed to get you and your body ultra prepared for a fresh new spring season ahead. Add this extra session to your active week and you will REALLY tone it up and change your body shape in such a short space of time, plus is a great fun fabulous session that WORKS!!!
*NEW COUCH TO 5K with Marisa* Starting Tuesday 17th April, 6pm from Paxton Pits Nature Reserve. A 45 minute session over six weeks. This is a progressive walking/jogging/running programme to get you up to 5K the safe, fun and effective way. Email mel@fithaven.co.uk to book on and get ready to boost your entire body, get fit, burn 100’s of calories, tone up and benefit from exercising outdoors with fitness friends. IMPROVERS Running Group will meet at 6.45pm at the Nature Reserve for a 45/50 minute session to progress you up to 10K – no need to book, just turn up.
See you there this week and get ready to blast it into spring-time body boosting action…
Lots of Love, Mel and Millie xxx
Fitness Classes 2012…
JOIN MY FITHAVEN & ZUMBA FITNESS FACEBOOK GROUP… This the most up-to-date, on-the-button and inspirational way to find out what is going with classes during the week and month ahead – ALL of my classes are running so get ready to get really fit this week…
FITNESS CLASSES/NORDIC WALKING – Mon 26th to Thurs 29th March 2012
Monday 26th March
9.45am, Fun Keep Fit/Fitness Pilates, Mandeville Hall, Kimbolton
12.30pm, Fitness Nordic Walking with Mel, Paxton Pits Nature Reserve
6.20pm, Fitness Pilates for All, Buckden Millennium Centre
7.20pm, *NEW* KettleBells, Cardio and Core, Buckden Millennium Centre
Tuesday 27th March
9.45am, Fitness Pilates for All, Buckden Millennium Centre
12pm, Nature Reserve Nordic Walking, Paxton Pits, Little Paxton
*NEW TIME* 4pm, Zumba GOLD, Buckden Millennium Centre
6.30pm, Running/Jogging Club with Marisa, St Neots Rugby Club
COMING SOON… Fitness Pilates and Tone, STEVENAGE
Wednesday 28th March
9.45am, Zumba Toning, Buckden Millennium Centre
11.15am, *NEW* KettleBells and Core, Buckden Millennium Centre
6.30pm, Zumba Toning, Buckden Millennium Centre
Thursday 29th March
9.45am, Beginners Fitness Pilates, Buckden Millennium Centre
9.45am, *NEW* Nordic Walking with Gordon, Buckden Millennium Centre
6.30pm, ULTIMATE Core/Abs Fit Pilates, Buckden Millennium Centre
7.25pm, Zumba FITNESS, Buckden Millennium Centre
Featured Classes with Mel for 2012…
*NEW for 2012* Mel’s KETTLEBells, CARDIO & CORE Class >>> Monday Nights, 7.20 to 8.20pm, Buckden Millennium Centre. A SUPERB session that will bring your body the ULTIMATE calorie blast & body fat and inch-blast burn with ‘kettlebell-style’ movements using ‘hand-weights’ and up-to-the-minute body conditioning exercises and mat-based Ultimate Core moves that will keep your whole body moving and melting off excess fat and inches. Experience a full-body challenge that will tackle your trouble spots and you will reap the rewards of a slimmer, leaner and totally defined NEW 2012 body and core… NEW… WEDNESDAY MORNING, 11.15AM, KETTLEBELLS & CORE, Buckden Millennium Centre!!!
GET INTO PILATES… TONE UP the TUMMY, STRENGTHEN the CORE and FEEL FABULOUS! This is a fabulous story to help motivate you even more to give Fitness Pilates and ULTIMATE CORE classes a go for a flatter and more toned tummy this spring. It really DOES WORK so hope to see you there next week… Click http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2012/ultimate-core-and-fitness-pilates-really-does-work-by-natalie-reeve/… Watch this space for a BRAND NEW FITNESS PILATES and TONE CLASS coming to STEVENAGE very soon…!
*NEW* COUCH to 5K! COMING SOON!!! Another round of 0 to 5K sessions will be starting with Marisa as soon as the nights get a bit lighter and we are potentially looking at after Easter. It will run on a Tuesday evening around 6pm for 45 mins to an hour. This session will get you started and into walking/jogging/running with a structured program over 6 weeks. Not only will it get you fitter but it will prevent injury, help you to burn off fat and inches and bring immense health benefits to your entire body. Marisa’s last course was a HUGE success and she still continues to coach them as they progress up to 10K. Please email me to register your interest NOW Email mel@fithaven.co.uk
FITHAVEN RUNNING/JOGGING CLUB WITH MARISA >>>
Marisa will continue to run the FitHaven Running/Jogging session EVERY Tuesday evening from St Neots Rugby Club at 6.30pm – Any NEWCOMERS welcome (Non-Beginners), just turn up. This session is perfect for those who already jog/run and want the support, encouragement and motivation of running with a group with a specific program to progress your distance, pace and stamina. Read more here >>> http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/couch-to-5k-update-by-marisa/… If you don’t jog or run and want to give it a go a NEW Couch to 5K course will start in the early spring (more details of this above) so please email mel@fithaven.co.uk for more information and to sign up.
ULTIMATE CORE / ABS Fitness Pilates 2012 for MEN and WOMEN >>>
This weekly session runs at 6.30pm on a Thursday Night and it REALLY is a life and body changing session like no other. I use Fitness and Traditional Pilates to tone, strengthen and fat burn the core muscles and back as we move through dynamic exercises to upbeat fun music in a sequence (don’t worry no co-ordination is required) and I am now getting a healthy influx of FELLAS to this class bringing ALOT of fun as we workout on our mats. ULITIMATE CORE will reveal a flatter and more toned tummy too (but only if you come) as the moves work to lengthen, strengthen and tone the muscles allowing you to become stronger and firmer with building bulk. It also teaches you to focus the mind as you exercise the body, gradually improving your coordination, body awareness, flexibility and all over alignment. Come and get the ULTIMATE CORE next week with me!
ZUMBA GOLD >>>
4.30pm, Tuesdays, Buckden Millennium Centre. *NEW* Zumba GOLD by Mel… http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/zumba-gold-funky-rhythms-easy-dance-moves-and-a-better-body-for-all-ages/
Even more Zumba fun and fabulous fitness to look forward to the active older and ready for action FitHavener. This is also perfect for Beginners to Zumba Fitness as well as those starting on their journey to a fit and healthy lifestyle. It has the same Zumba-Party elements including the zesty Latin music, the salsa, merengue, cumbia and reggaeton as well as the exhilarating, easy-to-follow Zumba moves and the invigoration party-like atmosphere and it will be a friendly, fun and new edition to the timetable that you will really enjoy!
GET into Nordic Walking…
Some great Nordic Walks planned for YOU this month so GET UP and GET OUT with the poles this Winter… With the darker nights looming it is even MORE important to get your daylight, fresh air fix. Not only will it keep SAD (Seasonal Affective Disorder) at bay but will stave off coughs, colds and the flu as exercising outdoors is the BEST way to BOOST the immune system. So stride out in our ever-changing countryside and enjoy the amazing health and fitness benefits walking with poles and being outdoors brings each and everyone one of us regarding your age, shape, size or fitness levels – it really is for EVERYONE…. Click http://www.fithaven.co.uk/nordicwalking/news/ for the latest Nordic Walking NEWS!
LEARN How to Nordic Walk with Mel in 2012…
FitHaven’s Learn How to Nordic Walking Course is specifically aimed at the complete beginner to the Nordic Walking technique, for those who walk/ramble/hike already and want to try something new, a refresher for those who have got out of the habit and want to get back into it again and for those who have never taken part in any form of outdoor exercise and want to give it a go. Regardless of your age, ability or fitness level this course will help give you a great foundation to this wonderful outdoor exercise experience and will give you MASSIVE health and fitness benefits along the way.
Visit: http://www.fithaven.co.uk/nordicwalking/induction/ for more information on the Beginners Nordic Walking courses…
- Tuesday 3rd & 10th April 2012, 1.45 – 2.45pm, Paxton Pits Nature Reserve, Little Paxton, with Mel. Price: £15 per person including pole hire and full Nordic Walking tuition/practice/walks.
- Tuesday 17th & 24th April, 2012, 6.30 – 7.30pm, Cambourne with Ali. Price: £15 per person including pole hire and full Nordic Walking tuition/practice/walks.
The FitHaven Gallery…
The FUN and ACTIVE PLACE to BE!!! Pay the FitHaven Gallery a visit every day as I BLOG some of the actions throughout the day to give you an idea of what we do, who comes along, the sessions we take, and more importantly those who are putting in the extra effort without excuses and making their lives more active, fitter, toned, stronger, healthier, fun and alive. We really do work with some amazing people and without YOU we wouldn’t have FitHaven and you should be proud especially if you see yourself here… Of course if you do not wish to be on the gallery please just let us know and we will remove your photo immediately! But please remember those photos may be the reason you were encouraged to come along in the first place – REAL people doing REAL fitness for REAL results! Click http://www.fithaven.co.uk/gallery/ to view amazing FitHaveners who make fitness and feeling great so much FUN…!
YOUR Stories…
You can read STORIES about those who have made and continue to make MASSIVE changes to their lives, lost the weight/inches/body-fat, got fitter, more active, reduced blood pressure & cholesterol, improved backs, joints and injuries, got through personal challenges and goals, improved general health and well-being, written fantastic poems and MADE it HAPPEN for THEMSELVES… You are ALL WELCOME to join them!
*NEW* Natalie’s Fantastic Fitness Pilates and ULTIMATE CORE Before and After photos >>> http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2012/ultimate-core-and-fitness-pilates-really-does-work-by-natalie-reeve/
Babs’ Nordic Walking & Zumba Story Here>>> http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/nordic-walking-and-zumba-fitness-testimonial-by-babs/
Lisa’s Couch to 5K Story Here>>> http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/lisa-sparks-couch-to-5k-testimonial/
Zumba Fitness for the NOT so FIT or ABLE by Helen Packer > http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/zumba-fitness-for-the-not-so-fit-or-able-by-helen-packer/
LATEST Articles…
- *NEW* Be Slimmer and Healthier by Spring… http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2012/be-slimmer-and-healthier-by-spring-time-by-mel/
*NEW* KettleBells for the GIRLS and the BOYS too… http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2012/kettlebells-for-the-girls-and-the-boys-too/ - Nordic Walk It Away in 2012 by Mel… http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/nordic-walk-it-away-in-2012-by-mel/
- Zumba GOLD by Mel… http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/zumba-gold-funky-rhythms-easy-dance-moves-and-a-better-body-for-all-ages/
- Dance Yourself Fit and Fabulous for the Party Season… http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/dance-yourself-fit-and-fabulous-for-the-party-season-by-mel/
- Couch to 5K Running Tips by Mel and Marisa… http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/fithaven-couch-to-5k-running-tips/
The FitHaven Timetable…
MAY 2012 Timetable
Click here for the Fit.News Archive
FitHaven Fit.Newsletter, Monday 19th March, Issue 11
Published Monday, March 19, 2012 | 
WELCOME to your weekly FIT.NEWS and mid-way through the month and heading full steam ahead towards Easter so I hope you can join me at some super fun, super spring time sessions both inside and outside his week.
I am on a bit of a personal mission with my own fitness and healthy eating right now and I will be writing a blog so you can follow me especially if you fancy stepping it up in the lead up to Easter and beyond. There is nothing like booking a holiday and the thought of bearing a bit more skin to banish bad winter-habits and tone it up. It won’t be gruelling workouts that are dangerous or impossible to do or unhealthy detoxing that leave you feeling empty and lethargic but a fun happy mix of sessions and healthier low gi eating, keeping an eye on snacks and a check on the alcohol intake!!! I made a bit of a start on this last week especially on the fitness and alcohol side and I feel so much better already especially my in energy levels, how much better I am sleeping and the tummy toning effects of my Core Tabatas. So follow by BLOG then get up and join me and make yourself change for the better in these next two weeks.
ULTIMATE Calorie Burn and Total Tummy Tone Up!!! My *NEW* KETTLEBELLS & CORE class running on Wednesday’s mid-mornings, 11.15am to 12pm, Buckden Millennium Centre in the lead up to Easter is designed to get you and your body ultra prepared for a fresh new spring season ahead. Add this extra session to your active week and you will REALLY tone it up and change your body shape in such a short space of time, plus is a great fun fabulous session that WORKS!!!
See you there this week and get ready to blast your body into spring-time action…
Lots of Love, Mel and Millie xxx
Fitness Classes 2012…
JOIN MY FITHAVEN & ZUMBA FITNESS FACEBOOK GROUP… This the most up-to-date, on-the-button and inspirational way to find out what is going with classes during the week and month ahead – ALL of my classes are running so get ready to get really fit this week…
FITNESS CLASSES/NORDIC WALKING – Mon 19th to Thurs 22nd March 2012
Monday 19th March
9.45am, Fun Keep Fit/Fitness Pilates, Mandeville Hall, Kimbolton
12.30pm, Fitness Nordic Walking with Mel, Buckden Millennium Centre
6.20pm, Fitness Pilates for All, Buckden Millennium Centre
7.20pm, *NEW* KettleBells, Cardio and Core, Buckden Millennium Centre
Tuesday 20th March
9.45am, Fitness Pilates for All, Buckden Millennium Centre
12pm, Nature Reserve Nordic Walking, Paxton Pits, Little Paxton
*NEW TIME* 4pm, Zumba GOLD, Buckden Millennium Centre
6.30pm, Running/Jogging Club with Marisa, St Neots Rugby Club
COMING SOON… Fitness Pilates and Tone, STEVENAGE
Wednesday 21st March
9.45am, Zumba Toning, Buckden Millennium Centre
11.15am, *NEW* KettleBells and Core, Buckden Millennium Centre
6.30pm, Zumba Toning, Buckden Millennium Centre
Thursday 22nd March
9.45am, Beginners Fitness Pilates, Buckden Millennium Centre
9.45am, *NEW* Nordic Walking with Gordon, Buckden Millennium Centre
6.30pm, ULTIMATE Core/Abs Fit Pilates, Buckden Millennium Centre
7.25pm, Zumba FITNESS, Buckden Millennium Centre
Featured Classes with Mel for 2012…
*NEW for 2012* Mel’s KETTLEBells, CARDIO & CORE Class >>> Monday Nights, 7.20 to 8.20pm, Buckden Millennium Centre. A SUPERB session that will bring your body the ULTIMATE calorie blast & body fat and inch-blast burn with ‘kettlebell-style’ movements using ‘hand-weights’ and up-to-the-minute body conditioning exercises and mat-based Ultimate Core moves that will keep your whole body moving and melting off excess fat and inches. Experience a full-body challenge that will tackle your trouble spots and you will reap the rewards of a slimmer, leaner and totally defined NEW 2012 body and core… NEW… WEDNESDAY MORNING, 11.15AM, KETTLEBELLS & CORE, Buckden Millennium Centre!!!
GET INTO PILATES… TONE UP the TUMMY, STRENGTHEN the CORE and FEEL FABULOUS! This is a fabulous story to help motivate you even more to give Fitness Pilates and ULTIMATE CORE classes a go for a flatter and more toned tummy this spring. It really DOES WORK so hope to see you there next week… Click http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2012/ultimate-core-and-fitness-pilates-really-does-work-by-natalie-reeve/… Watch this space for a BRAND NEW FITNESS PILATES and TONE CLASS coming to STEVENAGE very soon…!
*NEW* COUCH to 5K! COMING SOON!!! Another round of 0 to 5K sessions will be starting with Marisa as soon as the nights get a bit lighter and we are potentially looking at after Easter. It will run on a Tuesday evening around 6pm for 45 mins to an hour. This session will get you started and into walking/jogging/running with a structured program over 6 weeks. Not only will it get you fitter but it will prevent injury, help you to burn off fat and inches and bring immense health benefits to your entire body. Marisa’s last course was a HUGE success and she still continues to coach them as they progress up to 10K. Please email me to register your interest NOW Email mel@fithaven.co.uk
FITHAVEN RUNNING/JOGGING CLUB WITH MARISA >>>
Marisa will continue to run the FitHaven Running/Jogging session EVERY Tuesday evening from St Neots Rugby Club at 6.30pm – Any NEWCOMERS welcome (Non-Beginners), just turn up. This session is perfect for those who already jog/run and want the support, encouragement and motivation of running with a group with a specific program to progress your distance, pace and stamina. Read more here >>> http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/couch-to-5k-update-by-marisa/… If you don’t jog or run and want to give it a go a NEW Couch to 5K course will start in the early spring (when the nights get a bit lighter) so please email mel@fithaven.co.uk for more information and to sign up.
ULTIMATE CORE / ABS Fitness Pilates 2012 for MEN and WOMEN >>>
This weekly session runs at 6.30pm on a Thursday Night and it REALLY is a life and body changing session like no other. I use Fitness and Traditional Pilates to tone, strengthen and fat burn the core muscles and back as we move through dynamic exercises to upbeat fun music in a sequence (don’t worry no co-ordination is required) and I am now getting a healthy influx of FELLAS to this class bringing ALOT of fun as we workout on our mats. ULITIMATE CORE will reveal a flatter and more toned tummy too (but only if you come) as the moves work to lengthen, strengthen and tone the muscles allowing you to become stronger and firmer with building bulk. It also teaches you to focus the mind as you exercise the body, gradually improving your coordination, body awareness, flexibility and all over alignment. Come and get the ULTIMATE CORE next week with me!
ZUMBA GOLD >>>
4.30pm, Tuesdays, Buckden Millennium Centre. *NEW* Zumba GOLD by Mel… http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/zumba-gold-funky-rhythms-easy-dance-moves-and-a-better-body-for-all-ages/
Even more Zumba fun and fabulous fitness to look forward to the active older and ready for action FitHavener. This is also perfect for Beginners to Zumba Fitness as well as those starting on their journey to a fit and healthy lifestyle. It has the same Zumba-Party elements including the zesty Latin music, the salsa, merengue, cumbia and reggaeton as well as the exhilarating, easy-to-follow Zumba moves and the invigoration party-like atmosphere and it will be a friendly, fun and new edition to the timetable that you will really enjoy!
GET into Nordic Walking…
Some great Nordic Walks planned for YOU this month so GET UP and GET OUT with the poles this Winter… With the darker nights looming it is even MORE important to get your daylight, fresh air fix. Not only will it keep SAD (Seasonal Affective Disorder) at bay but will stave off coughs, colds and the flu as exercising outdoors is the BEST way to BOOST the immune system. So stride out in our ever-changing countryside and enjoy the amazing health and fitness benefits walking with poles and being outdoors brings each and everyone one of us regarding your age, shape, size or fitness levels – it really is for EVERYONE…. Click http://www.fithaven.co.uk/nordicwalking/news/ for the latest Nordic Walking NEWS!
LEARN How to Nordic Walk with Mel in 2012…
FitHaven’s Learn How to Nordic Walking Course is specifically aimed at the complete beginner to the Nordic Walking technique, for those who walk/ramble/hike already and want to try something new, a refresher for those who have got out of the habit and want to get back into it again and for those who have never taken part in any form of outdoor exercise and want to give it a go. Regardless of your age, ability or fitness level this course will help give you a great foundation to this wonderful outdoor exercise experience and will give you MASSIVE health and fitness benefits along the way.
Visit: http://www.fithaven.co.uk/nordicwalking/induction/ for more information on the Beginners Nordic Walking courses…
- Tuesday 3rd & 10th April 2012, 1.45 – 2.45pm, Paxton Pits Nature Reserve, Little Paxton, with Mel. Price: £15 per person including pole hire and full Nordic Walking tuition/practice/walks.
- Tuesday 17th & 24th April, 2012, 6.30 – 7.30pm, Cambourne with Ali. Price: £15 per person including pole hire and full Nordic Walking tuition/practice/walks.
The FitHaven Gallery…
The FUN and ACTIVE PLACE to BE!!! Pay the FitHaven Gallery a visit every day as I BLOG some of the actions throughout the day to give you an idea of what we do, who comes along, the sessions we take, and more importantly those who are putting in the extra effort without excuses and making their lives more active, fitter, toned, stronger, healthier, fun and alive. We really do work with some amazing people and without YOU we wouldn’t have FitHaven and you should be proud especially if you see yourself here… Of course if you do not wish to be on the gallery please just let us know and we will remove your photo immediately! But please remember those photos may be the reason you were encouraged to come along in the first place – REAL people doing REAL fitness for REAL results! Click http://www.fithaven.co.uk/gallery/ to view amazing FitHaveners who make fitness and feeling great so much FUN…!
YOUR Stories…
You can read STORIES about those who have made and continue to make MASSIVE changes to their lives, lost the weight/inches/body-fat, got fitter, more active, reduced blood pressure & cholesterol, improved backs, joints and injuries, got through personal challenges and goals, improved general health and well-being, written fantastic poems and MADE it HAPPEN for THEMSELVES… You are ALL WELCOME to join them!
*NEW* Natalie’s Fantastic Fitness Pilates and ULTIMATE CORE Before and After photos >>> http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2012/ultimate-core-and-fitness-pilates-really-does-work-by-natalie-reeve/
Babs’ Nordic Walking & Zumba Story Here>>> http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/nordic-walking-and-zumba-fitness-testimonial-by-babs/
Lisa’s Couch to 5K Story Here>>> http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/lisa-sparks-couch-to-5k-testimonial/
Zumba Fitness for the NOT so FIT or ABLE by Helen Packer > http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/zumba-fitness-for-the-not-so-fit-or-able-by-helen-packer/
LATEST Articles…
- *NEW* Be Slimmer and Healthier by Spring… http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2012/be-slimmer-and-healthier-by-spring-time-by-mel/
*NEW* KettleBells for the GIRLS and the BOYS too… http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2012/kettlebells-for-the-girls-and-the-boys-too/ - Nordic Walk It Away in 2012 by Mel… http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/nordic-walk-it-away-in-2012-by-mel/
- Zumba GOLD by Mel… http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/zumba-gold-funky-rhythms-easy-dance-moves-and-a-better-body-for-all-ages/
- Dance Yourself Fit and Fabulous for the Party Season… http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/dance-yourself-fit-and-fabulous-for-the-party-season-by-mel/
- Couch to 5K Running Tips by Mel and Marisa… http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/fithaven-couch-to-5k-running-tips/
The FitHaven Timetable…
MAY 2012 Timetable
Click here for the Fit.News Archive
FitHaven FIT.NEWS, Monday 12th March, Issue 10
Published Monday, March 12, 2012 | 
WELCOME to your weekly FIT.NEWS and I am just back from the my first ‘Here come the girls’ Nordic Walking Weekender in North Norfolk and it was absolutely fabulous and we were extremely lucky with the weather, the venue, the lovely routes and the group of girls that went – photos of our fun adventures will be up on the website soon or if you access FaceBook you can find some of them here – http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.10150749221855864.467116.745705863&type=1&l=284c32fb99 . I am really looking forward to organising the next one so watch this space for dates coming very soon…
My *NEW* KETTLEBELLS and CORE class running on Wednesday’s mid-mornings, 11.15am to 12pm, Buckden Millennium Centre in the lead up to Easter is designed to get you and your body ultra prepared for a fresh new spring season ahead. Add this extra session to your active week and you will REALLY tone it up and change your body shape in such a short space of time, plus is a great fun fabulous session!
See you there this week and get ready to move, stretch, blast and tone your body into spring-time action…
Lots of Love, Mel and Millie xxx
Fitness Classes 2012…
JOIN MY FITHAVEN & ZUMBA FITNESS FACEBOOK GROUP… This the most up-to-date, on-the-button and inspirational way to find out what is going with classes during the week and month ahead – ALL of my classes are running so get ready to get really fit this week…
FITNESS CLASSES/NORDIC WALKING From Monday 27th February to Thursday 1st March 2012…
Monday 12th March
9.45am, Fun Keep Fit/Fitness Pilates, Mandeville Hall, Kimbolton – NOT RUNNING TODAY
12.30pm, Fitness Nordic Walking with Ali, Southoe Village Hall
6.20pm, Fitness Pilates for All, Buckden Millennium Centre
7.20pm, *NEW* KettleBells, Cardio and Core, Buckden Millennium Centre
Tuesday 13th March
9.45am, Fitness Pilates for All, Buckden Millennium Centre
12pm, Nature Reserve Nordic Walking, Paxton Pits, Little Paxton
12pm, *NEW* LEARN HOW TO NORDIC WALK, Paxton Pits Nature Reserve, Little Paxton
*NEW TIME* 4pm, Zumba GOLD, Buckden Millennium Centre
6.30pm, Running/Jogging Club with Marisa, St Neots Rugby Club
COMING SOON… Fitness Pilates and Tone, The Oval Community Centre, STEVENAGE
Wednesday 14th March
9.45am, Zumba Toning, Buckden Millennium Centre
11.15am, *NEW* KettleBells, Cardio and Core, Buckden Millennium Centre
6.30pm, Zumba Toning, Buckden Millennium Centre
Thursday 15th March
9.45am, Beginners Fitness Pilates, Buckden Millennium Centre
9.45am, *NEW* Nordic Walking with Gordon, Buckden Millennium Centre
6.30pm, ULTIMATE Core/Abs Fit Pilates, Buckden Millennium Centre
7.25pm, Zumba FITNESS, Buckden Millennium Centre
Featured Classes with Mel for 2012…
*NEW for 2012* Mel’s KETTLEBells, CARDIO & CORE Class >>> Monday Nights, 7.20 to 8.20pm, Buckden Millennium Centre. A SUPERB session that will bring your body the ULTIMATE calorie blast & body fat and inch-blast burn with ‘kettlebell-style’ movements using ‘hand-weights’ and up-to-the-minute body conditioning exercises and mat-based Ultimate Core moves that will keep your whole body moving and melting off excess fat and inches. Experience a full-body challenge that will tackle your trouble spots and you will reap the rewards of a slimmer, leaner and totally defined NEW 2012 body and core… STARTS THIS WEEK… WEDNESDAY MORNING, 11.15AM, KETTLEBELLS & CORE, Buckden Millennium Centre!!!
GET INTO PILATES… TONE UP the TUMMY, STRENGTHEN the CORE and FEEL FABULOUS! This is a fabulous story to help motivate you even more to give Fitness Pilates and ULTIMATE CORE classes a go for a flatter and more toned tummy this spring. It really DOES WORK so hope to see you there next week… Click http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2012/ultimate-core-and-fitness-pilates-really-does-work-by-natalie-reeve/… Watch this space for a BRAND NEW FITNESS PILATES and TONE CLASS coming to STEVENAGE very soon…!
*NEW* COUCH to 5K! COMING SOON!!! Another round of 0 to 5K sessions will be starting with Marisa as soon as the nights get a bit lighter and we are potentially looking at after Easter. It will run on a Tuesday evening around 6pm for 45 mins to an hour. This session will get you started and into walking/jogging/running with a structured program over 6 weeks. Not only will it get you fitter but it will prevent injury, help you to burn off fat and inches and bring immense health benefits to your entire body. Marisa’s last course was a HUGE success and she still continues to coach them as they progress up to 10K. Please email me to register your interest NOW Email mel@fithaven.co.uk
FITHAVEN RUNNING/JOGGING CLUB WITH MARISA >>>
Marisa will continue to run the FitHaven Running/Jogging session EVERY Tuesday evening from St Neots Rugby Club at 6.30pm – Any NEWCOMERS welcome (Non-Beginners), just turn up. This session is perfect for those who already jog/run and want the support, encouragement and motivation of running with a group with a specific program to progress your distance, pace and stamina. Read more here >>> http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/couch-to-5k-update-by-marisa/… If you don’t jog or run and want to give it a go a NEW Couch to 5K course will start in the early spring (when the nights get a bit lighter) so please email mel@fithaven.co.uk for more information and to sign up.
ULTIMATE CORE / ABS Fitness Pilates 2012 for MEN and WOMEN >>>
This weekly session runs at 6.30pm on a Thursday Night and it REALLY is a life and body changing session like no other. I use Fitness and Traditional Pilates to tone, strengthen and fat burn the core muscles and back as we move through dynamic exercises to upbeat fun music in a sequence (don’t worry no co-ordination is required) and I am now getting a healthy influx of FELLAS to this class bringing ALOT of fun as we workout on our mats. ULITIMATE CORE will reveal a flatter and more toned tummy too (but only if you come) as the moves work to lengthen, strengthen and tone the muscles allowing you to become stronger and firmer with building bulk. It also teaches you to focus the mind as you exercise the body, gradually improving your coordination, body awareness, flexibility and all over alignment. Come and get the ULTIMATE CORE next week with me!
ZUMBA GOLD >>>
Even more Zumba fun and fabulous fitness to look forward to the active older and ready for action FitHavener. This is also perfect for Beginners to Zumba Fitness as well as those starting on their journey to a fit and healthy lifestyle. It has the same Zumba-Party elements including the zesty Latin music, the salsa, merengue, cumbia and reggaeton as well as the exhilarating, easy-to-follow Zumba moves and the invigoration party-like atmosphere and it will be a friendly, fun and new edition to the timetable that you will really enjoy! 4.30pm, Tuesdays, Buckden Millennium Centre. *NEW* Zumba GOLD by Mel… http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/zumba-gold-funky-rhythms-easy-dance-moves-and-a-better-body-for-all-ages/
GET into Nordic Walking…
Some great Nordic Walks planned for YOU this month so GET UP and GET OUT with the poles this Winter… With the darker nights looming it is even MORE important to get your daylight, fresh air fix. Not only will it keep SAD (Seasonal Affective Disorder) at bay but will stave off coughs, colds and the flu as exercising outdoors is the BEST way to BOOST the immune system. So stride out in our ever-changing countryside and enjoy the amazing health and fitness benefits walking with poles and being outdoors brings each and everyone one of us regarding your age, shape, size or fitness levels – it really is for EVERYONE…. Click http://www.fithaven.co.uk/nordicwalking/news/ for the latest Nordic Walking NEWS!
LEARN How to Nordic Walk with Mel in 2012…
FitHaven’s Learn How to Nordic Walking Course is specifically aimed at the complete beginner to the Nordic Walking technique, for those who walk/ramble/hike already and want to try something new, a refresher for those who have got out of the habit and want to get back into it again and for those who have never taken part in any form of outdoor exercise and want to give it a go. Regardless of your age, ability or fitness level this course will help give you a great foundation to this wonderful outdoor exercise experience and will give you MASSIVE health and fitness benefits along the way.
Visit: http://www.fithaven.co.uk/nordicwalking/induction/ for more information on the Beginners Nordic Walking courses…
- Tuesday 3rd & 10th April 2012, 1.45 – 2.45pm, Paxton Pits Nature Reserve, Little Paxton, with Mel. Price: £15 per person including pole hire and full Nordic Walking tuition/practice/walks.
The FitHaven Gallery…
The FUN and ACTIVE PLACE to BE!!! Pay the FitHaven Gallery a visit every day as I BLOG some of the actions throughout the day to give you an idea of what we do, who comes along, the sessions we take, and more importantly those who are putting in the extra effort without excuses and making their lives more active, fitter, toned, stronger, healthier, fun and alive. We really do work with some amazing people and without YOU we wouldn’t have FitHaven and you should be proud especially if you see yourself here… Of course if you do not wish to be on the gallery please just let us know and we will remove your photo immediately! But please remember those photos may be the reason you were encouraged to come along in the first place – REAL people doing REAL fitness for REAL results! Click http://www.fithaven.co.uk/gallery/ to view amazing FitHaveners who make fitness and feeling great so much FUN…!
YOUR Stories…
You can read STORIES about those who have made and continue to make MASSIVE changes to their lives, lost the weight/inches/body-fat, got fitter, more active, reduced blood pressure & cholesterol, improved backs, joints and injuries, got through personal challenges and goals, improved general health and well-being, written fantastic poems and MADE it HAPPEN for THEMSELVES… You are ALL WELCOME to join them!
*NEW* Natalie’s Fantastic Fitness Pilates and ULTIMATE CORE Before and After photos >>> http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2012/ultimate-core-and-fitness-pilates-really-does-work-by-natalie-reeve/
Babs’ Nordic Walking & Zumba Story Here>>> http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/nordic-walking-and-zumba-fitness-testimonial-by-babs/
Lisa’s Couch to 5K Story Here>>> http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/lisa-sparks-couch-to-5k-testimonial/
Zumba Fitness for the NOT so FIT or ABLE by Helen Packer > http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/zumba-fitness-for-the-not-so-fit-or-able-by-helen-packer/
LATEST Articles…
- *NEW* Be Slimmer and Healthier by Spring… http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2012/be-slimmer-and-healthier-by-spring-time-by-mel/
*NEW* KettleBells for the GIRLS and the BOYS too… http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2012/kettlebells-for-the-girls-and-the-boys-too/ - Nordic Walk It Away in 2012 by Mel… http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/nordic-walk-it-away-in-2012-by-mel/
- Zumba GOLD by Mel… http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/zumba-gold-funky-rhythms-easy-dance-moves-and-a-better-body-for-all-ages/
- Dance Yourself Fit and Fabulous for the Party Season… http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/dance-yourself-fit-and-fabulous-for-the-party-season-by-mel/
- Couch to 5K Running Tips by Mel and Marisa… http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/fithaven-couch-to-5k-running-tips/
The FitHaven Timetable…
MAY 2012 Timetable
Click here for the Fit.News Archive
FitHaven FIT.NEWS, Monday 5th March, Issue 09
Published Monday, March 5, 2012 | 
WELCOME to your weekly FIT.NEWS and a brand new month ahead of fit, fun and fabulous fitness, exercise and happy active living. Its is another pretty full-on action packed week and don’t miss out on my *NEW* KETTLEBELLS and CORE class starting this Wednesday 7th March, 11.15am to 12pm, Buckden Millennium Centre for a FOUR week trial – this is your guaranteed way to REALLY tone it up and change your body shape in time for Easter so COME AND JOIN ME for this really fabulous session!
I also have my March ‘Learn How to Nordic Walk’ sessions running this week and next Tuesday, 1.45pm from the stunning Paxton Pits Nature Reserve and this has got to be one of the BEST times to get into Nordic Walking. So if you or you know someone who wants to start then email mel@fithaven.co.uk to book your place.
**CLASS ALERT** Due to the forthcoming Nordic Walking Weekender (9-11th March) I will NOT be running my Thursday evening ULTIMATE CORE and ZUMBA FITNESS classes just for this week. They will return next week ready to blast the body into Easter…
I look forward to seeing you at the super spring-time sessions this week to really keep you and your body moving, stretched and toned into March and Easter ahead…
Lots of Love, Mel and Millie xxx
Fitness Classes 2012…
JOIN MY FITHAVEN & ZUMBA FITNESS FACEBOOK GROUP… This the most up-to-date, on-the-button and inspirational way to find out what is going with classes during the week and month ahead – ALL of my classes are running so get ready to get really fit this week…
FITNESS CLASSES/NORDIC WALKING From Monday 27th February to Thursday 1st March 2012…
Monday 5th March
9.45am, Fun Keep Fit/Fitness Pilates, Mandeville Hall, Kimbolton
12.30pm, Fitness Nordic Walking, Great Staughton Village Hall Car Park
6.20pm, Fitness Pilates for All, Buckden Millennium Centre
7.20pm, *NEW* KettleBells, Cardio and Core, Buckden Millennium Centre
Tuesday 6th March
9.45am, Fitness Pilates for All, Buckden Millennium Centre
12pm, Nature Reserve Nordic Walking, Paxton Pits, Little Paxton
1.45pm, *NEW* LEARN HOW TO NORDIC WALK, Paxton Pits Nature Reserve, Little Paxton
4.30pm, Zumba GOLD, Buckden Millennium Centre
6.30pm, Running/Jogging Club with Marisa, St Neots Rugby Club
COMING SOON… Fitness Pilates and Tone, The Oval Community Centre, STEVENAGE
Wednesday 7th March
9.45am, Zumba Toning, Buckden Millennium Centre
11.15am, *NEW* KettleBells, Cardio and Core, Buckden Millennium Centre
6.30pm, Zumba Toning, Buckden Millennium Centre
Thursday 8th March
9.45am, Beginners Fitness Pilates, Buckden Millennium Centre
9.45am, *NEW* Nordic Walking with Gordon, Buckden Millennium Centre
6.30pm, ULTIMATE Core/Abs Fit Pilates, Buckden Millennium Centre – NOT RUNNING THIS WEEK
7.25pm, Zumba FITNESS, Buckden Millennium Centre – NOT RUNNING THIS WEEK
Friday 9th to Sunday 11th March
’Here come the Girls’ Nordic Walking Weekender, Stiffkey, North Norfolk
Featured Classes with Mel for 2012…
*NEW for 2012* Mel’s KETTLEBells, CARDIO & CORE Class >>> Monday Nights, 7.20 to 8.20pm, Buckden Millennium Centre. A SUPERB session that will bring your body the ULTIMATE calorie blast & body fat and inch-blast burn with ‘kettlebell-style’ movements using ‘hand-weights’ and up-to-the-minute body conditioning exercises and mat-based Ultimate Core moves that will keep your whole body moving and melting off excess fat and inches. Experience a full-body challenge that will tackle your trouble spots and you will reap the rewards of a slimmer, leaner and totally defined NEW 2012 body and core… STARTS THIS WEEK… WEDNESDAY MORNING, 11.15AM, KETTLEBELLS & CORE, Buckden Millennium Centre!!!
GET INTO PILATES… TONE UP the TUMMY, STRENGTHEN the CORE and FEEL FABULOUS! This is a fabulous story to help motivate you even more to give Fitness Pilates and ULTIMATE CORE classes a go for a flatter and more toned tummy this spring. It really DOES WORK so hope to see you there next week… Click http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2012/ultimate-core-and-fitness-pilates-really-does-work-by-natalie-reeve/… Watch this space for a BRAND NEW FITNESS PILATES and TONE CLASS coming to STEVENAGE very soon…!
*NEW* COUCH to 5K! COMING SOON!!! Another round of 0 to 5K sessions will be starting with Marisa as soon as the nights get a bit lighter and we are potentially looking at after Easter. It will run on a Tuesday evening around 6pm for 45 mins to an hour. This session will get you started and into walking/jogging/running with a structured program over 6 weeks. Not only will it get you fitter but it will prevent injury, help you to burn off fat and inches and bring immense health benefits to your entire body. Marisa’s last course was a HUGE success and she still continues to coach them as they progress up to 10K. Please email me to register your interest NOW Email mel@fithaven.co.uk
FITHAVEN RUNNING/JOGGING CLUB WITH MARISA >>>
Marisa will continue to run the FitHaven Running/Jogging session EVERY Tuesday evening from St Neots Rugby Club at 6.30pm – Any NEWCOMERS welcome (Non-Beginners), just turn up. This session is perfect for those who already jog/run and want the support, encouragement and motivation of running with a group with a specific program to progress your distance, pace and stamina. Read more here >>> http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/couch-to-5k-update-by-marisa/… If you don’t jog or run and want to give it a go a NEW Couch to 5K course will start in the early spring (when the nights get a bit lighter) so please email mel@fithaven.co.uk for more information and to sign up.
ULTIMATE CORE / ABS Fitness Pilates 2012 for MEN and WOMEN >>>
This weekly session runs at 6.30pm on a Thursday Night and it REALLY is a life and body changing session like no other. I use Fitness and Traditional Pilates to tone, strengthen and fat burn the core muscles and back as we move through dynamic exercises to upbeat fun music in a sequence (don’t worry no co-ordination is required) and I am now getting a healthy influx of FELLAS to this class bringing ALOT of fun as we workout on our mats. ULITIMATE CORE will reveal a flatter and more toned tummy too (but only if you come) as the moves work to lengthen, strengthen and tone the muscles allowing you to become stronger and firmer with building bulk. It also teaches you to focus the mind as you exercise the body, gradually improving your coordination, body awareness, flexibility and all over alignment. Come and get the ULTIMATE CORE next week with me!
ZUMBA GOLD >>>
Even more Zumba fun and fabulous fitness to look forward to the active older and ready for action FitHavener. This is also perfect for Beginners to Zumba Fitness as well as those starting on their journey to a fit and healthy lifestyle. It has the same Zumba-Party elements including the zesty Latin music, the salsa, merengue, cumbia and reggaeton as well as the exhilarating, easy-to-follow Zumba moves and the invigoration party-like atmosphere and it will be a friendly, fun and new edition to the timetable that you will really enjoy! 4.30pm, Tuesdays, Buckden Millennium Centre. *NEW* Zumba GOLD by Mel… http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/zumba-gold-funky-rhythms-easy-dance-moves-and-a-better-body-for-all-ages/
Dates for your DIARY…
** March 9th, 10th, 11th 2012, HERE COME THE GIRLS Nordic Walking Weekender & More, The Red Lion, Stiffkey, North Norfolk
GET into Nordic Walking…
Some great Nordic Walks planned for YOU this month so GET UP and GET OUT with the poles this Winter… With the darker nights looming it is even MORE important to get your daylight, fresh air fix. Not only will it keep SAD (Seasonal Affective Disorder) at bay but will stave off coughs, colds and the flu as exercising outdoors is the BEST way to BOOST the immune system. So stride out in our ever-changing countryside and enjoy the amazing health and fitness benefits walking with poles and being outdoors brings each and everyone one of us regarding your age, shape, size or fitness levels – it really is for EVERYONE…. Click http://www.fithaven.co.uk/nordicwalking/news/ for the latest Nordic Walking NEWS!
LEARN How to Nordic Walk with Mel in 2012…
FitHaven’s Learn How to Nordic Walking Course is specifically aimed at the complete beginner to the Nordic Walking technique, for those who walk/ramble/hike already and want to try something new, a refresher for those who have got out of the habit and want to get back into it again and for those who have never taken part in any form of outdoor exercise and want to give it a go. Regardless of your age, ability or fitness level this course will help give you a great foundation to this wonderful outdoor exercise experience and will give you MASSIVE health and fitness benefits along the way.
Visit: http://www.fithaven.co.uk/nordicwalking/induction/ for more information on the Beginners Nordic Walking courses…
- Tuesday 6th & 13th March 2012, 1.45 – 2.45pm, Paxton Pits Nature Reserve, Little Paxton, with Mel. Price: £15 per person including pole hire and full Nordic Walking tuition/practice/walks.
- Tuesday 3rd & 10th April 2012, 1.45 – 2.45pm, Paxton Pits Nature Reserve, Little Paxton, with Mel. Price: £15 per person including pole hire and full Nordic Walking tuition/practice/walks.
The FitHaven Gallery…
The FUN and ACTIVE PLACE to BE!!! Pay the FitHaven Gallery a visit every day as I BLOG some of the actions throughout the day to give you an idea of what we do, who comes along, the sessions we take, and more importantly those who are putting in the extra effort without excuses and making their lives more active, fitter, toned, stronger, healthier, fun and alive. We really do work with some amazing people and without YOU we wouldn’t have FitHaven and you should be proud especially if you see yourself here… Of course if you do not wish to be on the gallery please just let us know and we will remove your photo immediately! But please remember those photos may be the reason you were encouraged to come along in the first place – REAL people doing REAL fitness for REAL results! Click http://www.fithaven.co.uk/gallery/ to view amazing FitHaveners who make fitness and feeling great so much FUN…!
YOUR Stories…
You can read STORIES about those who have made and continue to make MASSIVE changes to their lives, lost the weight/inches/body-fat, got fitter, more active, reduced blood pressure & cholesterol, improved backs, joints and injuries, got through personal challenges and goals, improved general health and well-being, written fantastic poems and MADE it HAPPEN for THEMSELVES… You are ALL WELCOME to join them!
*NEW* Natalie’s Fantastic Fitness Pilates and ULTIMATE CORE Before and After photos >>> http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2012/ultimate-core-and-fitness-pilates-really-does-work-by-natalie-reeve/
Babs’ Nordic Walking & Zumba Story Here>>> http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/nordic-walking-and-zumba-fitness-testimonial-by-babs/
Lisa’s Couch to 5K Story Here>>> http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/lisa-sparks-couch-to-5k-testimonial/
Zumba Fitness for the NOT so FIT or ABLE by Helen Packer > http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/zumba-fitness-for-the-not-so-fit-or-able-by-helen-packer/
LATEST Articles…
- *NEW* Be Slimmer and Healthier by Spring… http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2012/be-slimmer-and-healthier-by-spring-time-by-mel/
*NEW* KettleBells for the GIRLS and the BOYS too… http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2012/kettlebells-for-the-girls-and-the-boys-too/ - Nordic Walk It Away in 2012 by Mel… http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/nordic-walk-it-away-in-2012-by-mel/
- Zumba GOLD by Mel… http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/zumba-gold-funky-rhythms-easy-dance-moves-and-a-better-body-for-all-ages/
- Dance Yourself Fit and Fabulous for the Party Season… http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/dance-yourself-fit-and-fabulous-for-the-party-season-by-mel/
- Couch to 5K Running Tips by Mel and Marisa… http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/fithaven-couch-to-5k-running-tips/
The FitHaven Timetable…
MAY 2012 Timetable
Click here for the Fit.News Archive
FitHaven FIT.NEWS, Sunday 26th February 2012, Issue 08
Published Sunday, February 26, 2012 | 
A WARM and very SPRING-like WELCOME to your weekly FIT.NEWS on another stunning February day – so warm in fact I managed to eat my breakfast al fresco on the patio this morning and writing this Fit.News to you – in February!!!!! This current sunny and warm spell is certainly most welcome as I was just starting to get a bit down about the dark, dull and cold winter days and there is absolutely nothing like this natural ‘sunshine’ boost to know that we are, at last, on the back end of winter and getting closer and closer to spring every day. This also serves a great motivator to get up and out and do something more active, healthy and fun and with that in mind I am off out now to get myself a massive Vitamin D boost and walk Millie on this beautiful day in the woods…
*NEW for 2012* Mel’s KETTLEBells, CARDIO & CORE Class >>> Monday Nights, 7.20 to 8.20pm, Buckden Millennium Centre. A SUPERB session that will bring your body the ULTIMATE calorie blast & body fat and inch-blast burn with ‘kettlebell-style’ movements using ‘hand-weights’ and up-to-the-minute body conditioning exercises and mat-based Ultimate Core moves that will keep your whole body moving and melting off excess fat and inches. Experience a full-body challenge that will tackle your trouble spots and you will reap the rewards of a slimmer, leaner and totally defined NEW 2012 body and core… COMING SOON…WEDNESDAY MORNING, 11.15AM, KETTLEBELLS & CORE, Buckden Millennium Centre!!!
GET INTO PILATES… TONE UP the TUMMY, STRENGTHEN the CORE and FEEL FABULOUS! This is a fabulous story to help motivate you even more to give Fitness Pilates and ULTIMATE CORE classes a go for a flatter and more toned tummy this spring. It really DOES WORK so hope to see you there next week… Click http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2012/ultimate-core-and-fitness-pilates-really-does-work-by-natalie-reeve/… Watch this space for a BRAND NEW FITNESS PILATES and TONE CLASS coming to STEVENAGE very soon…!
*NEW* COUCH to 5K! COMING SOON!!! Another round of 0 to 5K sessions will be starting with Marisa as soon as the nights get a bit lighter and we are potentially looking at after Easter. It will run on a Tuesday evening around 6pm for 45 mins to an hour. This session will get you started and into walking/jogging/running with a structured program over 6 weeks. Not only will it get you fitter but it will prevent injury, help you to burn off fat and inches and bring immense health benefits to your entire body. Marisa’s last course was a HUGE success and she still continues to coach them as they progress up to 10K. Please email me to register your interest NOW Email mel@fithaven.co.uk
I look forward to seeing you at the super spring-time sessions this week to keep you moving, stretched and toned into the new month ahead…
Lots of Love, Mel and Millie xxx
Fitness Classes 2012…
JOIN MY FITHAVEN & ZUMBA FITNESS FACEBOOK GROUP… This the most up-to-date, on-the-button and inspirational way to find out what is going with classes during the week and month ahead – ALL of my classes are running so get ready to get really fit this week…
FITNESS CLASSES/NORDIC WALKING From Monday 27th February to Thursday 1st March 2012…
Monday 27th February
9.45am, Fun Keep Fit/Fitness Pilates, Mandeville Hall, Kimbolton
12.30pm, Fitness Nordic Walking, Great Staughton Village Hall Car Park
6.20pm, Fitness Pilates for All, Buckden Millennium Centre
7.20pm, *NEW* KettleBells, Cardio and Core, Buckden Millennium Centre
Tuesday 28th February
9.45am, Fitness Pilates for All, Buckden Millennium Centre
12pm, Nature Reserve Nordic Walking, Paxton Pits, Little Paxton
4.30pm, Zumba GOLD, Buckden Millennium Centre
6.30pm, Running/Jogging Club with Marisa, St Neots Rugby Club (Not Running this week)
COMING SOON… Fitness Pilates and Tone, The Oval Community Centre, STEVENAGE
Wednesday 29th February
9.45am, Zumba Toning, Buckden Millennium Centre
COMING SOON… 11.30am, *NEW* KettleBells, Cardio and Core, Buckden Millennium Centre
6.30pm, Zumba Toning, Buckden Millennium Centre
Thursday 1st March
9.45am, Beginners Fitness Pilates, Buckden Millennium Centre
9.45am, *NEW* Nordic Walking with Gordon, Buckden Millennium Centre
6.30pm, ULTIMATE Core/Abs Fit Pilates, Buckden Millennium Centre
7.25pm, Zumba FITNESS, Buckden Millennium Centre
Featured Classes with Mel for 2012…
ULTIMATE CORE / ABS Fitness Pilates 2012 for MEN and WOMEN >>>
This weekly session runs at 6.30pm on a Thursday Night and it REALLY is a life and body changing session like no other. I use Fitness and Traditional Pilates to tone, strengthen and fat burn the core muscles and back as we move through dynamic exercises to upbeat fun music in a sequence (don’t worry no co-ordination is required) and I am now getting a healthy influx of FELLAS to this class bringing ALOT of fun as we workout on our mats. ULITIMATE CORE will reveal a flatter and more toned tummy too (but only if you come) as the moves work to lengthen, strengthen and tone the muscles allowing you to become stronger and firmer with building bulk. It also teaches you to focus the mind as you exercise the body, gradually improving your coordination, body awareness, flexibility and all over alignment. Come and get the ULTIMATE CORE next week with me!
ZUMBA GOLD >>>
Even more Zumba fun and fabulous fitness to look forward to the active older and ready for action FitHavener. This is also perfect for Beginners to Zumba Fitness as well as those starting on their journey to a fit and healthy lifestyle. It has the same Zumba-Party elements including the zesty Latin music, the salsa, merengue, cumbia and reggaeton as well as the exhilarating, easy-to-follow Zumba moves and the invigoration party-like atmosphere and it will be a friendly, fun and new edition to the timetable that you will really enjoy! 4.30pm, Tuesdays, Buckden Millennium Centre. *NEW* Zumba GOLD by Mel… http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/zumba-gold-funky-rhythms-easy-dance-moves-and-a-better-body-for-all-ages/
FITHAVEN RUNNING/JOGGING CLUB WITH MARISA >>>
Marisa will continue to run the FitHaven Running/Jogging session EVERY Tuesday evening from St Neots Rugby Club at 6.30pm – Any NEWCOMERS welcome (Non-Beginners), just turn up. This session is perfect for those who already jog/run and want the support, encouragement and motivation of running with a group with a specific program to progress your distance, pace and stamina. Read more here >>> http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/couch-to-5k-update-by-marisa/… If you don’t jog or run and want to give it a go a NEW Couch to 5K course will start in the early spring (when the nights get a bit lighter) so please email mel@fithaven.co.uk for more information and to sign up.
Dates for your DIARY…
** March 9th, 10th, 11th 2012, HERE COME THE GIRLS Nordic Walking Weekender & More, The Red Lion, Stiffkey, North Norfolk
GET into Nordic Walking…
Some great Nordic Walks planned for YOU this month so GET UP and GET OUT with the poles this Winter… With the darker nights looming it is even MORE important to get your daylight, fresh air fix. Not only will it keep SAD (Seasonal Affective Disorder) at bay but will stave off coughs, colds and the flu as exercising outdoors is the BEST way to BOOST the immune system. So stride out in our ever-changing countryside and enjoy the amazing health and fitness benefits walking with poles and being outdoors brings each and everyone one of us regarding your age, shape, size or fitness levels – it really is for EVERYONE…. Click http://www.fithaven.co.uk/nordicwalking/news/ for the latest Nordic Walking NEWS!
LEARN How to Nordic Walk with Mel in 2012…
FitHaven’s Learn How to Nordic Walking Course is specifically aimed at the complete beginner to the Nordic Walking technique, for those who walk/ramble/hike already and want to try something new, a refresher for those who have got out of the habit and want to get back into it again and for those who have never taken part in any form of outdoor exercise and want to give it a go. Regardless of your age, ability or fitness level this course will help give you a great foundation to this wonderful outdoor exercise experience and will give you MASSIVE health and fitness benefits along the way.
Visit: http://www.fithaven.co.uk/nordicwalking/induction/ for more information on the Beginners Nordic Walking courses…
- Tuesday 6th & 13th March 2012, 1.45 – 2.45pm, Paxton Pits Nature Reserve, Little Paxton, with Mel. Price: £15 per person including pole hire and full Nordic Walking tuition/practice/walks.
- Tuesday 3rd & 10th April 2012, 1.45 – 2.45pm, Paxton Pits Nature Reserve, Little Paxton, with Mel. Price: £15 per person including pole hire and full Nordic Walking tuition/practice/walks.
The FitHaven Gallery…
The FUN and ACTIVE PLACE to BE!!! Pay the FitHaven Gallery a visit every day as I BLOG some of the actions throughout the day to give you an idea of what we do, who comes along, the sessions we take, and more importantly those who are putting in the extra effort without excuses and making their lives more active, fitter, toned, stronger, healthier, fun and alive. We really do work with some amazing people and without YOU we wouldn’t have FitHaven and you should be proud especially if you see yourself here… Of course if you do not wish to be on the gallery please just let us know and we will remove your photo immediately! But please remember those photos may be the reason you were encouraged to come along in the first place – REAL people doing REAL fitness for REAL results! Click http://www.fithaven.co.uk/gallery/ to view amazing FitHaveners who make fitness and feeling great so much FUN…!
YOUR Stories…
You can read STORIES about those who have made and continue to make MASSIVE changes to their lives, lost the weight/inches/body-fat, got fitter, more active, reduced blood pressure & cholesterol, improved backs, joints and injuries, got through personal challenges and goals, improved general health and well-being, written fantastic poems and MADE it HAPPEN for THEMSELVES… You are ALL WELCOME to join them!
*NEW* Natalie’s Fantastic Fitness Pilates and ULTIMATE CORE Before and After photos >>> http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2012/ultimate-core-and-fitness-pilates-really-does-work-by-natalie-reeve/
Babs’ Nordic Walking & Zumba Story Here>>> http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/nordic-walking-and-zumba-fitness-testimonial-by-babs/
Lisa’s Couch to 5K Story Here>>> http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/lisa-sparks-couch-to-5k-testimonial/
Zumba Fitness for the NOT so FIT or ABLE by Helen Packer > http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/zumba-fitness-for-the-not-so-fit-or-able-by-helen-packer/
LATEST Articles…
- *NEW* Be Slimmer and Healthier by Spring… http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2012/be-slimmer-and-healthier-by-spring-time-by-mel/
*NEW* KettleBells for the GIRLS and the BOYS too… http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2012/kettlebells-for-the-girls-and-the-boys-too/ - Nordic Walk It Away in 2012 by Mel… http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/nordic-walk-it-away-in-2012-by-mel/
- Zumba GOLD by Mel… http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/zumba-gold-funky-rhythms-easy-dance-moves-and-a-better-body-for-all-ages/
- Dance Yourself Fit and Fabulous for the Party Season… http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/dance-yourself-fit-and-fabulous-for-the-party-season-by-mel/
- Couch to 5K Running Tips by Mel and Marisa… http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/fithaven-couch-to-5k-running-tips/
The FitHaven Timetable…
MAY 2012 Timetable
Click here for the Fit.News Archive
FitHaven FIT.NEWS, Sunday 19th February, Issue 07
Published Sunday, February 19, 2012 | 
WELCOME to your weekly FIT.NEWS on this stunning almost-spring day – superb. I hope you have managed to wrap up and get out there as glorious sunny days like this are precious this time of year as they are especially good for the all-important Vitamin D to really help boost the immune system, blast the winter blues and make you feel really happy.
It was a fabulous week last week during February Half Term break and great to see so many of you at all sessions that went ahead. Back into another week and a new term in the lead up to Easter and I hope you continue to stick to the goals you set for a happier, healthier and more active year – with my help!!!
*NEW for 2012* Mel’s KETTLEBells, CARDIO & CORE Class >>> Monday Nights, 7.20 to 8.20pm, Buckden Millennium Centre. A SUPERB session that will bring your body the ULTIMATE calorie blast & body fat and inch-blast burn with ‘kettlebell-style’ movements using ‘hand-weights’ and up-to-the-minute body conditioning exercises and mat-based Ultimate Core moves that will keep your whole body moving and melting off excess fat and inches. Experience a full-body challenge that will tackle your trouble spots and you will reap the rewards of a slimmer, leaner and totally defined NEW 2012 body and core… COMING SOON…WEDNESDAY 11.30AM, KETTLEBELLS, CARDIO & CORE, Buckden Millennium Centre!!! and click http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2012/kettlebells-for-the-girls-and-the-boys-too/ too.
GET INTO PILATES… BE INSPIRED! This is a fabulous story to help motivate you even more to give Fitness Pilates and ULTIMATE CORE classes a go for a flatter and more toned tummy this spring. It really DOES WORK so hope to see you there next week… Click http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2012/ultimate-core-and-fitness-pilates-really-does-work-by-natalie-reeve/…
*NEW for 2012* NORDIC WALKING, Thursday morning, 9.45am, for ALL LEVELS from Buckden Millennium Centre with Gordon. Join in this NEW and EASY Nordic Walk for a better, fresher and more active new you with the poles in both hands. A steady pace of 3-4.5 miles for ALL LEVELS, Not for complete beginners. There is no need to book, just turn up, poles available if you do not have your own.
*NEW* Couch to 5K! COMING SOON!!! Another round of 0 to 5K sessions will be starting with Marisa as soon as the nights get a bit lighter and we are potentially looking at after Easter. It will run on a Tuesday evening around 6pm for 45 mins to an hour. This session will get you started and into walking/jogging/running with a structured program over 6 weeks. Not only will it get you fitter but it will prevent injury, help you to burn off fat and inches and bring immense health benefits to your entire body. Marisa’s last course was a HUGE success and she still continues to coach them as they progress up to 10K. Please email me to register your interest NOW Email mel@fithaven.co.uk
I look forward to seeing you at ALL sessions this week to keep you moving, stretched and toned into spring…
Lots of Love, Mel and Millie xxx
Fitness Classes 2012…
JOIN MY FITHAVEN & ZUMBA FITNESS FACEBOOK GROUP… This the most up-to-date, on-the-button and inspirational way to find out what is going with classes during the week and month ahead – ALL of my classes are running so get ready to get really fit this week…
FITNESS CLASSES/NORDIC WALKING From Monday 6th to Thursday 9th February 2012…
Monday 20th February
9.45am, Fun Keep Fit/Fitness Pilates, Mandeville Hall, Kimbolton
12.30pm, Fitness Nordic Walking, Perry, The Wheatsheaf Pub
6.20pm, Fitness Pilates for All, Buckden Millennium Centre
7.20pm, *NEW* KettleBells, Cardio and Core, Buckden Millennium Centre
Tuesday 21st February
9.45am, Fitness Pilates for All, Buckden Millennium Centre
12pm, Nature Reserve Nordic Walking, Paxton Pits, Little Paxton
4.30pm, Zumba GOLD, Buckden Millennium Centre
6.30pm, Running/Jogging Club with Marisa, St Neots Rugby Club,
Wednesday 22nd February
9.45am, Zumba Toning, Buckden Millennium Centre
COMING SOON… 11.30am, *NEW* KettleBells, Cardio and Core, Buckden Millennium Centre
6.30pm, Zumba Toning, Buckden Millennium Centre
Thursday 23rd February
9.45am, Beginners Fitness Pilates, Buckden Millennium Centre
9.45am, *NEW* Nordic Walking with Gordon, Buckden Millennium Centre
6.30pm, ULTIMATE Core/Abs Fit Pilates, Buckden Millennium Centre
7.25pm, Zumba FITNESS, Buckden Millennium Centre
Featured Classes with Mel for 2012…
ULTIMATE CORE / ABS Fitness Pilates 2012 for MEN and WOMEN >>>
This weekly session runs at 6.30pm on a Thursday Night and it REALLY is a life and body changing session like no other. I use Fitness and Traditional Pilates to tone, strengthen and fat burn the core muscles and back as we move through dynamic exercises to upbeat fun music in a sequence (don’t worry no co-ordination is required) and I am now getting a healthy influx of FELLAS to this class bringing ALOT of fun as we workout on our mats. ULITIMATE CORE will reveal a flatter and more toned tummy too (but only if you come) as the moves work to lengthen, strengthen and tone the muscles allowing you to become stronger and firmer with building bulk. It also teaches you to focus the mind as you exercise the body, gradually improving your coordination, body awareness, flexibility and all over alignment. Come and get the ULTIMATE CORE next week with me!
ZUMBA GOLD >>>
Even more Zumba fun and fabulous fitness to look forward to the active older and ready for action FitHavener. This is also perfect for Beginners to Zumba Fitness as well as those starting on their journey to a fit and healthy lifestyle. It has the same Zumba-Party elements including the zesty Latin music, the salsa, merengue, cumbia and reggaeton as well as the exhilarating, easy-to-follow Zumba moves and the invigoration party-like atmosphere and it will be a friendly, fun and new edition to the timetable that you will really enjoy! 4.30pm, Tuesdays, Buckden Millennium Centre. *NEW* Zumba GOLD by Mel… http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/zumba-gold-funky-rhythms-easy-dance-moves-and-a-better-body-for-all-ages/
FITHAVEN RUNNING/JOGGING CLUB WITH MARISA >>>
Marisa will continue to run the FitHaven Running/Jogging session EVERY Tuesday evening from St Neots Rugby Club at 6.30pm – Any NEWCOMERS welcome (Non-Beginners), just turn up. This session is perfect for those who already jog/run and want the support, encouragement and motivation of running with a group with a specific program to progress your distance, pace and stamina. Read more here >>> http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/couch-to-5k-update-by-marisa/… If you don’t jog or run and want to give it a go a NEW Couch to 5K course will start in the early spring (when the nights get a bit lighter) so please email mel@fithaven.co.uk for more information and to sign up.
Dates for your DIARY…
** March 9th, 10th, 11th 2012, HERE COME THE GIRLS Nordic Walking Weekender & More, The Red Lion, Stiffkey, North Norfolk
GET into Nordic Walking…
Some great Nordic Walks planned for YOU this month so GET UP and GET OUT with the poles this Winter… With the darker nights looming it is even MORE important to get your daylight, fresh air fix. Not only will it keep SAD (Seasonal Affective Disorder) at bay but will stave off coughs, colds and the flu as exercising outdoors is the BEST way to BOOST the immune system. So stride out in our ever-changing countryside and enjoy the amazing health and fitness benefits walking with poles and being outdoors brings each and everyone one of us regarding your age, shape, size or fitness levels – it really is for EVERYONE…. Click http://www.fithaven.co.uk/nordicwalking/news/ for the latest Nordic Walking NEWS!
LEARN How to Nordic Walk with Mel in 2012…
FitHaven’s Learn How to Nordic Walking Course is specifically aimed at the complete beginner to the Nordic Walking technique, for those who walk/ramble/hike already and want to try something new, a refresher for those who have got out of the habit and want to get back into it again and for those who have never taken part in any form of outdoor exercise and want to give it a go. Regardless of your age, ability or fitness level this course will help give you a great foundation to this wonderful outdoor exercise experience and will give you MASSIVE health and fitness benefits along the way.
Visit: http://www.fithaven.co.uk/nordicwalking/induction/ for more information on the Beginners Nordic Walking courses…
- Tuesday 6th & 13th March 2012, 1.45 – 2.45pm, Paxton Pits Nature Reserve, Little Paxton, with Mel. Price: £15 per person including pole hire and full Nordic Walking tuition/practice/walks.
- Tuesday 3rd & 10th April 2012, 1.45 – 2.45pm, Paxton Pits Nature Reserve, Little Paxton, with Mel. Price: £15 per person including pole hire and full Nordic Walking tuition/practice/walks.
The FitHaven Gallery…
The FUN and ACTIVE PLACE to BE!!! Pay the FitHaven Gallery a visit every day as we BLOG some of the actions throughout the day to give you an idea of what we do, who comes along, the sessions we take, and more importantly those who are putting in the extra effort without excuses and making their lives more active, fitter, toned, stronger, healthier, fun and alive. We really do work with some amazing people and without YOU we wouldn’t have FitHaven and you should be proud especially if you see yourself here… Of course if you do not wish to be on the gallery please just let us know and we will remove your photo immediately! But please remember those photos may be the reason you were encouraged to come along in the first place – REAL people doing REAL fitness for REAL results! Click http://www.fithaven.co.uk/gallery/ to view amazing FitHaveners who make fitness and feeling great so much FUN…!
YOUR Stories…
You can read STORIES about those who have made and continue to make MASSIVE changes to their lives, lost the weight/inches/body-fat, got fitter, more active, reduced blood pressure & cholesterol, improved backs, joints and injuries, got through personal challenges and goals, improved general health and well-being, written fantastic poems and MADE it HAPPEN for THEMSELVES… You are ALL WELCOME to join them!
- *NEW* Natalie’s Fantastic Fitness Pilates and ULTIMATE CORE Before and After photos >>> http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2012/ultimate-core-and-fitness-pilates-really-does-work-by-natalie-reeve/
- Babs’ Nordic Walking & Zumba Story Here>>> http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/nordic-walking-and-zumba-fitness-testimonial-by-babs/
- Lisa’s Couch to 5K Story Here>>> http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/lisa-sparks-couch-to-5k-testimonial/
- Zumba Fitness for the NOT so FIT or ABLE by Helen Packer > http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/zumba-fitness-for-the-not-so-fit-or-able-by-helen-packer/
LATEST Articles…
- *NEW* Be Slimmer and Healthier by Spring… http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2012/be-slimmer-and-healthier-by-spring-time-by-mel/
*NEW* KettleBells for the GIRLS and the BOYS too… http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2012/kettlebells-for-the-girls-and-the-boys-too/ - Nordic Walk It Away in 2012 by Mel… http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/nordic-walk-it-away-in-2012-by-mel/
- Zumba GOLD by Mel… http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/zumba-gold-funky-rhythms-easy-dance-moves-and-a-better-body-for-all-ages/
- Dance Yourself Fit and Fabulous for the Party Season… http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/dance-yourself-fit-and-fabulous-for-the-party-season-by-mel/
- Couch to 5K Running Tips by Mel and Marisa… http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/fithaven-couch-to-5k-running-tips/
The FitHaven Timetable…
MAY 2012 Timetable
Click here for the Fit.News Archive
FitHaven FIT.NEWS, Sunday 12th February 2012, Issue 06
Published Sunday, February 12, 2012 | 
WELCOME to your weekly FIT.NEWS on another cold, crisp and frosty February day – which I love. I know this weather makes it difficult to motivate yourself to get out and do some exercise as the temptation of the sofa, a cup of tea and crumpets is so much more appealing but get yourself out of the habit just because it is cold outside is definitely not the best thing for your body, health or fitness, so dig deep and keep your body moving and I promise to motivate you all the way. A HUGE THANKS to all of those who braved the cold and came to classes last week – I hope that extra effort made your feel even more proud, fitter and fabulous!
FEBRUARY HALF TERM! I WILL be taking sessions throughout February half term (Mon 13th to Fri 16th Feb) – please check timetable below – and as I always welcome you to bring your children or grand-children to sessions during the school holidays – FOR FREE – so come an exercise with your little ones next week – I am sure they will LOVE IT too!!!
BE INSPIRED! This is a fabulous story to help motivate you even more to give Fitness Pilates and ULTIMATE CORE a go for a flatter and more toned tummy this spring. It really DOES WORK so hope to see you there next week… Click http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2012/ultimate-core-and-fitness-pilates-really-does-work-by-natalie-reeve/…
*NEW for 2012* Mel’s Bells, Cardio & Core Class >>> Monday Nights, 7.20 to 8.20pm, Buckden Millennium Centre. This NEW Monday night group class is BLASTING onto the timetable and I am getting loads of fabulous feedback and RESULTS already. I REALLY LOVE it and hope you want to come along and try it to. This session will bring you the ULTIMATE calorie blast & body fat and inch-blast burn with ‘kettlebell-style’ movements using ‘hand-weights’ and up-to-the-minute body conditioning exercises and mat-based Ultimate Core moves that will keep your whole body moving and melting off excess fat and inches. Experience a full-body challenge that will tackle your trouble spots and you will reap the rewards of a slimmer, leaner and totally defined NEW 2012 body and core… COMING WEDNESDAY LATE MORNING/LUCHTIME – STARTS WED 22nd FEBRUARY, 11.30 to 12.30pm, Buckden Millennium Centre!!! and click http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2012/kettlebells-for-the-girls-and-the-boys-too/ too.
*NEW for 2012* NORDIC WALKING, Thursday morning, 9.45am, for ALL LEVELS from Buckden Millennium Centre with Gordon. Join in this NEW and EASY Nordic Walk for a better, fresher and more active new you with the poles in both hands. A steady pace of 3-4.5 miles for ALL LEVELS, Not for complete beginners. There is no need to book, just turn up, poles available if you do not have your own.
*NEW* Couch to 5K! COMING SOON!!! Another round of 0 to 5K sessions will be starting with Marisa as soon as the nights get a bit lighter and we are potentially looking at after Easter. It will run on a Tuesday evening around 6pm for 45 mins to an hour. This session will get you started and into walking/jogging/running with a structured program over 6 weeks. Not only will it get you fitter but it will prevent injury, help you to burn off fat and inches and bring immense health benefits to your entire body. Marisa’s last course was a HUGE success and she still continues to coach them as they progress up to 10K. Please email me to register your interest NOW Email mel@fithaven.co.uk
*LASTEST* Health and Fitness Article >>> Be Slimmer and Healthier by Spring Time – Just a few tips to stick with it even though it’s winter outside… http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2012/be-slimmer-and-healthier-by-spring-time-by-mel/ …
I look forward to seeing you at sessions this week to get your warm, glowing and feeling fantastic…
Lots of Love, Mel and Millie xxx
Fitness Classes 2012…
JOIN MY FITHAVEN & ZUMBA FITNESS FACEBOOK GROUP… This the most up-to-date, on-the-button and inspirational way to find out what is going with classes during the week and month ahead – ALL of my classes are running so get ready to get really fit this week…
FITNESS CLASSES/NORDIC WALKING From Monday 6th to Thursday 9th February 2012…
Monday 13th February
9.45am, Fun Keep Fit/Fitness Pilates, Mandeville Hall, Kimbolton
12.30pm, Fitness Nordic Walking, Buckden Marina
6.20pm, Fitness Pilates for All, Buckden Millennium Centre
7.20pm, *NEW* KettleBells, Cardio and Core, Buckden Millennium Centre
Tuesday 14th February
9.45am, Fitness Pilates for All (*Special* ZUMBA-lates today), Buckden Millennium Centre
12pm, Nature Reserve Nordic Walking, Paxton Pits, Little Paxton & *NEW* LEARN HOW TO NORDIC WALK, Paxton Pits Nature Reserve
NO SESSION TODAY, Zumba GOLD, Buckden Millennium Centre, BACK NEXT WEEK!
NO SESSION TODAY, Running/Jogging Club with Marisa, St Neots Rugby Club, BACK NEXT WEEK!
Wednesday 15th February
9.45am, Zumba Toning, Buckden Millennium Centre
COMING SOON… 11.30am, *NEW* KettleBells, Cardio and Core, Buckden Millennium Centre
6.30pm, Zumba Toning, Buckden Millennium Centre
Thursday 16th February
9.45am, Beginners Fitness Pilates, Buckden Millennium Centre
9.45am, *NEW* Nordic Walking with Gordon, Buckden Millennium Centre
6.30pm, ULTIMATE Core/Abs Fit Pilates, Buckden Millennium Centre
7.25pm, Zumba FITNESS, Buckden Millennium Centre
Featured Classes with Mel for 2012…
ULTIMATE CORE / ABS Fitness Pilates 2012 for MEN and WOMEN >>>
This weekly session runs at 6.30pm on a Thursday Night and it REALLY is a life and body changing session like no other. I use Fitness and Traditional Pilates to tone, strengthen and fat burn the core muscles and back as we move through dynamic exercises to upbeat fun music in a sequence (don’t worry no co-ordination is required) and I am now getting a healthy influx of FELLAS to this class bringing ALOT of fun as we workout on our mats. ULITIMATE CORE will reveal a flatter and more toned tummy too (but only if you come) as the moves work to lengthen, strengthen and tone the muscles allowing you to become stronger and firmer with building bulk. It also teaches you to focus the mind as you exercise the body, gradually improving your coordination, body awareness, flexibility and all over alignment. Come and get the ULTIMATE CORE next week with me!
ZUMBA GOLD >>>
Even more Zumba fun and fabulous fitness to look forward to the active older and ready for action FitHavener. This is also perfect for Beginners to Zumba Fitness as well as those starting on their journey to a fit and healthy lifestyle. It has the same Zumba-Party elements including the zesty Latin music, the salsa, merengue, cumbia and reggaeton as well as the exhilarating, easy-to-follow Zumba moves and the invigoration party-like atmosphere and it will be a friendly, fun and new edition to the timetable that you will really enjoy! 4.30pm, Tuesdays, Buckden Millennium Centre. *NEW* Zumba GOLD by Mel… http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/zumba-gold-funky-rhythms-easy-dance-moves-and-a-better-body-for-all-ages/
FITHAVEN RUNNING/JOGGING CLUB WITH MARISA >>>
Marisa will continue to run the FitHaven Running/Jogging session EVERY Tuesday evening from St Neots Rugby Club at 6.30pm – Any NEWCOMERS welcome (Non-Beginners), just turn up. This session is perfect for those who already jog/run and want the support, encouragement and motivation of running with a group with a specific program to progress your distance, pace and stamina. Read more here >>> http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/couch-to-5k-update-by-marisa/… If you don’t jog or run and want to give it a go a NEW Couch to 5K course will start in the early spring (when the nights get a bit lighter) so please email mel@fithaven.co.uk for more information and to sign up.
Dates for your DIARY…
** March 9th, 10th, 11th 2012, HERE COME THE GIRLS Nordic Walking Weekender & More, The Red Lion, Stiffkey, North Norfolk
GET into Nordic Walking…
Some great Nordic Walks planned for YOU this month so GET UP and GET OUT with the poles this Winter… With the darker nights looming it is even MORE important to get your daylight, fresh air fix. Not only will it keep SAD (Seasonal Affective Disorder) at bay but will stave off coughs, colds and the flu as exercising outdoors is the BEST way to BOOST the immune system. So stride out in our ever-changing countryside and enjoy the amazing health and fitness benefits walking with poles and being outdoors brings each and everyone one of us regarding your age, shape, size or fitness levels – it really is for EVERYONE…. Click http://www.fithaven.co.uk/nordicwalking/news/ for the latest Nordic Walking NEWS!
LEARN How to Nordic Walk with Mel in 2012…
FitHaven’s Learn How to Nordic Walking Course is specifically aimed at the complete beginner to the Nordic Walking technique, for those who walk/ramble/hike already and want to try something new, a refresher for those who have got out of the habit and want to get back into it again and for those who have never taken part in any form of outdoor exercise and want to give it a go. Regardless of your age, ability or fitness level this course will help give you a great foundation to this wonderful outdoor exercise experience and will give you MASSIVE health and fitness benefits along the way.
Visit: http://www.fithaven.co.uk/nordicwalking/induction/ for more information on the Beginners Nordic Walking courses…
- Tuesday 6th & 13th March 2012, 1.45 – 2.45pm, Paxton Pits Nature Reserve, Little Paxton, with Mel. Price: £15 per person including pole hire and full Nordic Walking tuition/practice/walks.
- Tuesday 3rd & 10th April 2012, 1.45 – 2.45pm, Paxton Pits Nature Reserve, Little Paxton, with Mel. Price: £15 per person including pole hire and full Nordic Walking tuition/practice/walks.
The FitHaven Gallery…
The FUN and ACTIVE PLACE to BE!!! Pay the FitHaven Gallery a visit every day as we BLOG some of the actions throughout the day to give you an idea of what we do, who comes along, the sessions we take, and more importantly those who are putting in the extra effort without excuses and making their lives more active, fitter, toned, stronger, healthier, fun and alive. We really do work with some amazing people and without YOU we wouldn’t have FitHaven and you should be proud especially if you see yourself here… Of course if you do not wish to be on the gallery please just let us know and we will remove your photo immediately! But please remember those photos may be the reason you were encouraged to come along in the first place – REAL people doing REAL fitness for REAL results! Click http://www.fithaven.co.uk/gallery/ to view amazing FitHaveners who make fitness and feeling great so much FUN…!
YOUR Stories…
You can read STORIES about those who have made and continue to make MASSIVE changes to their lives, lost the weight/inches/body-fat, got fitter, more active, reduced blood pressure & cholesterol, improved backs, joints and injuries, got through personal challenges and goals, improved general health and well-being, written fantastic poems and MADE it HAPPEN for THEMSELVES… You are ALL WELCOME to join them!
- *NEW* Natalie’s Fantastic Fitness Pilates and ULTIMATE CORE Before and After photos >>> http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2012/ultimate-core-and-fitness-pilates-really-does-work-by-natalie-reeve/
- Babs’ Nordic Walking & Zumba Story Here>>> http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/nordic-walking-and-zumba-fitness-testimonial-by-babs/
- Lisa’s Couch to 5K Story Here>>> http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/lisa-sparks-couch-to-5k-testimonial/
- Zumba Fitness for the NOT so FIT or ABLE by Helen Packer > http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/zumba-fitness-for-the-not-so-fit-or-able-by-helen-packer/
LATEST Articles…
- *NEW* Be Slimmer and Healthier by Spring… http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2012/be-slimmer-and-healthier-by-spring-time-by-mel/
*NEW* KettleBells for the GIRLS and the BOYS too… http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2012/kettlebells-for-the-girls-and-the-boys-too/ - Nordic Walk It Away in 2012 by Mel… http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/nordic-walk-it-away-in-2012-by-mel/
- Zumba GOLD by Mel… http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/zumba-gold-funky-rhythms-easy-dance-moves-and-a-better-body-for-all-ages/
- Dance Yourself Fit and Fabulous for the Party Season… http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/dance-yourself-fit-and-fabulous-for-the-party-season-by-mel/
- Couch to 5K Running Tips by Mel and Marisa… http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/fithaven-couch-to-5k-running-tips/
The FitHaven Timetable…
MAY 2012 Timetable
Click here for the Fit.News Archive
FitHaven FIT.NEWS, Sunday 5th February 2012, Issue 05
Published Sunday, February 5, 2012 | 
WELCOME to your weekly FIT.NEWS and the start of a brand new and very cold month so let’s wrap up warm and get out there and embrace it. Things are still pretty hectic as I continue to unpack boxes and get used to my new home and area but I now have my office up and running with broadband at last so the FitHaven Hub can get to work more efficiently – yeah! ALL of my classes and nordic walking sessions will continue to run as normal this week and the entire month of February and I WILL be taking all sessions throughout February half term (Mon 13th to 16th Feb) too. As I always do I welcome you to bring your children or grand-children to sessions during the school holidays – for FREE – so bare this in mind for half term!!!
*NEW for 2012* Mel’s Bells, Cardio & Core Class >>> Monday Nights, 7.20 to 8.20pm, Buckden Millennium Centre. This NEW Monday night group class is BLASTING onto the timetable and I am getting loads of fabulous feedback and RESULTS already. I REALLY LOVE it and hope you want to come along and try it to. This session will bring you the ULTIMATE calorie blast & body fat and inch-blast burn with ‘kettlebell-style’ movements using ‘hand-weights’ and up-to-the-minute body conditioning exercises and mat-based Ultimate Core moves that will keep your whole body moving and melting off excess fat and inches. Experience a full-body challenge that will tackle your trouble spots and you will reap the rewards of a slimmer, leaner and totally defined NEW 2012 body and core… COMING WEDNESDAY LATE MORNING/LUCHTIME – STARTS WED 22nd FEBRUARY, 11.30 to 12.30pm, Buckden Millennium Centre!!! Email me NOW to register your interest for this fabulous NEW daytime calorie/cardio/bodyshape changing session e: mel@fithaven.co.uk
*NEW for 2012* NORDIC WALKING, Thursday morning, 9.45am, for ALL LEVELS from Buckden Millennium Centre with Gordon. Join in this NEW and EASY Nordic Walk for a better, fresher and more active new you with the poles in both hands. A steady pace of 3-4.5 miles for ALL LEVELS, Not for complete beginners. There is no need to book, just turn up, poles available if you do not have your own.
**NORDIC FLASH** Come and join me for a NW Weekender with a BIG difference – HERE COME THE NW GIRLS 2012 Tour, March 9th, 10th & 11th, staying at the gorgeous The Red Lion in Stiffkey on a Friday and Saturday night with dinner, bed and breakfast, nordic walking, SHOPPING, drinking, eating, laughing, relaxing (!!!) and soooooo much more…. Email: mel@fithaven.co.uk NOW to register your interest or even book a place! It’s gonna be FAB!!!
*NEW* Couch to 5K! COMING SOON!!! Another round of 0 to 5K sessions will be starting with Marisa as soon as the nights get a bit lighter and we are potentially looking at after Easter. It will run on a Tuesday evening around 6pm for 45 mins to an hour. This session will get you started and into walking/jogging/running with a structured program over 6 weeks. Not only will it get you fitter but it will prevent injury, help you to burn off fat and inches and bring immense health benefits to your entire body. Marisa’s last course was a HUGE success and she still continues to coach them as they progress up to 10K. Please email me to register your interest NOW Email mel@fithaven.co.uk
*LASTEST* Fitness Article >>> Check out my LATEST article giving you a bit more information about the NEW Monday Night class in Buckden that is changing people’s body shape, fitness, energy levels and over all health in such a short space of time… http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2012/kettlebells-for-the-girls-and-the-boys-too/.
I look forward to seeing you at sessions this week to get your warm, glowing and feeling fantastic…
Lots of Love, Mel and Millie xxx
Fitness Classes 2012…
JOIN MY FITHAVEN & ZUMBA FITNESS FACEBOOK GROUP… This the most up-to-date, on-the-button and inspirational way to find out what is going with classes during the week and month ahead – ALL of my classes are running so get ready to get really fit this week…
FITNESS CLASSES/NORDIC WALKING From Monday 6th to Thursday 9th February 2012…
Monday 6th February
9.45am, Fun Keep Fit/Fitness Pilates, Mandeville Hall, Kimbolton
12.30pm, Fitness Nordic Walking, Little Staughton, The Crown Inn Pub
6.20pm, Fitness Pilates for All, Buckden Millennium Centre
7.20pm, *NEW* KettleBells, Cardio and Core, Buckden Millennium Centre
Tuesday 7th February
9.45am, Fitness Pilates for All, Buckden Millennium Centre
12pm, Nature Reserve Nordic Walking, Paxton Pits, Little Paxton
1.45am, *NEW* LEARN HOW TO NORDIC WALK, Paxton Pits Nature Reserve
4.30pm, Zumba GOLD, Buckden Millennium Centre
6.30pm, Running/Jogging Club with Marisa, St Neots Rugby Club
Wednesday 8th February
9.45am, Zumba Toning, Buckden Millennium Centre
COMING SOON… 11.30am, *NEW* KettleBells, Cardio and Core, Buckden Millennium Centre
6.30pm, Zumba Toning, Buckden Millennium Centre
Thursday 9th February
9.45am, Beginners Fitness Pilates, Buckden Millennium Centre
9.45am, *NEW* Nordic Walking with Gordon, Buckden Millennium Centre
6.30pm, ULTIMATE Core/Abs Fit Pilates, Buckden Millennium Centre
7.25pm, Zumba FITNESS, Buckden Millennium Centre
Featured Classes with Mel for 2012…
ULTIMATE CORE / ABS Fitness Pilates 2012 for MEN and WOMEN >>>
This weekly session runs at 6.30pm on a Thursday Night and it REALLY is a life and body changing session like no other. I use Fitness and Traditional Pilates to tone, strengthen and fat burn the core muscles and back as we move through dynamic exercises to upbeat fun music in a sequence (don’t worry no co-ordination is required) and I am now getting a healthy influx of FELLAS to this class bringing ALOT of fun as we workout on our mats. ULITIMATE CORE will reveal a flatter and more toned tummy too (but only if you come) as the moves work to lengthen, strengthen and tone the muscles allowing you to become stronger and firmer with building bulk. It also teaches you to focus the mind as you exercise the body, gradually improving your coordination, body awareness, flexibility and all over alignment. Come and get the ULTIMATE CORE next week with me!
ZUMBA GOLD >>>
Even more Zumba fun and fabulous fitness to look forward to the active older and ready for action FitHavener. This is also perfect for Beginners to Zumba Fitness as well as those starting on their journey to a fit and healthy lifestyle. It has the same Zumba-Party elements including the zesty Latin music, the salsa, merengue, cumbia and reggaeton as well as the exhilarating, easy-to-follow Zumba moves and the invigoration party-like atmosphere and it will be a friendly, fun and new edition to the timetable that you will really enjoy! 4.30pm, Tuesdays, Buckden Millennium Centre. *NEW* Zumba GOLD by Mel… http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/zumba-gold-funky-rhythms-easy-dance-moves-and-a-better-body-for-all-ages/
FITHAVEN RUNNING/JOGGING CLUB WITH MARISA >>>
Marisa will continue to run the FitHaven Running/Jogging session EVERY Tuesday evening from St Neots Rugby Club at 6.30pm – Any NEWCOMERS welcome (Non-Beginners), just turn up. This session is perfect for those who already jog/run and want the support, encouragement and motivation of running with a group with a specific program to progress your distance, pace and stamina. Read more here >>> http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/couch-to-5k-update-by-marisa/… If you don’t jog or run and want to give it a go a NEW Couch to 5K course will start in the early spring (when the nights get a bit lighter) so please email mel@fithaven.co.uk for more information and to sign up.
Dates for your DIARY…
** March 9th, 10th, 11th 2012, HERE COME THE GIRLS Nordic Walking Weekender & More, The Red Lion, Stiffkey, North Norfolk
GET into Nordic Walking…
Some great Nordic Walks planned for YOU this month so GET UP and GET OUT with the poles this Winter… With the darker nights looming it is even MORE important to get your daylight, fresh air fix. Not only will it keep SAD (Seasonal Affective Disorder) at bay but will stave off coughs, colds and the flu as exercising outdoors is the BEST way to BOOST the immune system. So stride out in our ever-changing countryside and enjoy the amazing health and fitness benefits walking with poles and being outdoors brings each and everyone one of us regarding your age, shape, size or fitness levels – it really is for EVERYONE…. Click http://www.fithaven.co.uk/nordicwalking/news/ for the latest Nordic Walking NEWS!
LEARN How to Nordic Walk with Mel in 2012…
FitHaven’s Learn How to Nordic Walking Course is specifically aimed at the complete beginner to the Nordic Walking technique, for those who walk/ramble/hike already and want to try something new, a refresher for those who have got out of the habit and want to get back into it again and for those who have never taken part in any form of outdoor exercise and want to give it a go. Regardless of your age, ability or fitness level this course will help give you a great foundation to this wonderful outdoor exercise experience and will give you MASSIVE health and fitness benefits along the way.
Visit: http://www.fithaven.co.uk/nordicwalking/induction/ for more information on the Beginners Nordic Walking courses…
- Tuesday 7th & 14th February 2012, 1.45 – 2.45pm, Paxton Pits Nature Reserve, Little Paxton, with Mel. Price: £15 per person including pole hire and full Nordic Walking tuition/practice/walks.
- Tuesday 6th & 13th March 2012, 1.45 – 2.45pm, Paxton Pits Nature Reserve, Little Paxton, with Mel. Price: £15 per person including pole hire and full Nordic Walking tuition/practice/walks.
The FitHaven Gallery…
The FUN and ACTIVE PLACE to BE!!! Pay the FitHaven Gallery a visit every day as we BLOG some of the actions throughout the day to give you an idea of what we do, who comes along, the sessions we take, and more importantly those who are putting in the extra effort without excuses and making their lives more active, fitter, toned, stronger, healthier, fun and alive. We really do work with some amazing people and without YOU we wouldn’t have FitHaven and you should be proud especially if you see yourself here… Of course if you do not wish to be on the gallery please just let us know and we will remove your photo immediately! But please remember those photos may be the reason you were encouraged to come along in the first place – REAL people doing REAL fitness for REAL results! Click http://www.fithaven.co.uk/gallery/ to view amazing FitHaveners who make fitness and feeling great so much FUN…!
YOUR Stories…
You can read STORIES about those who have made and continue to make MASSIVE changes to their lives, lost the weight/inches/body-fat, got fitter, more active, reduced blood pressure & cholesterol, improved backs, joints and injuries, got through personal challenges and goals, improved general health and well-being, written fantastic poems and MADE it HAPPEN for THEMSELVES… You are ALL WELCOME to join them!
- Babs’ Nordic Walking & Zumba Story Here>>> http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/nordic-walking-and-zumba-fitness-testimonial-by-babs/
- Lisa’s Couch to 5K Story Here>>> http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/lisa-sparks-couch-to-5k-testimonial/
- Zumba Fitness for the NOT so FIT or ABLE by Helen Packer > http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/zumba-fitness-for-the-not-so-fit-or-able-by-helen-packer/
LATEST Articles…
- *NEW* KettleBells for the GIRLS and the BOYS too… http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2012/kettlebells-for-the-girls-and-the-boys-too/
- Nordic Walk It Away in 2012 by Mel… http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/nordic-walk-it-away-in-2012-by-mel/
- Zumba GOLD by Mel… http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/zumba-gold-funky-rhythms-easy-dance-moves-and-a-better-body-for-all-ages/
- Dance Yourself Fit and Fabulous for the Party Season… http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/dance-yourself-fit-and-fabulous-for-the-party-season-by-mel/
- Couch to 5K Running Tips by Mel and Marisa… http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/fithaven-couch-to-5k-running-tips/
The FitHaven Timetable…
MAY 2012 Timetable
Click here for the Fit.News Archive
FitHaven FIT.NEWS, Sunday 29th January 2012, Issue 04
Published Sunday, January 29, 2012 | 
WELCOME to your weekly FIT.NEWS and the end of the first month of the year which has just whizzed by and I hope you are feeling so much fitter, healthier and leaner for getting back into regular routine and exercise after the festive season – I know I am! Last week has to have been one of the most hectic, stressful and life-changing weeks of my life by far and as most of you know I am currently in the throws of moving house and area so please bear with me over the next few weeks when I promise to bring a better and more informative Fit.Newsy as soon as I am a bit more settled.
Despite this upheaval, ALL of my classes and nordic walking sessions will continue to run as normal as I now take on the arduous task of unpacking, sorting, recycling, and changing a lot things – a proper spring-clean and new challenges for 2012!!!
*NEW for 2012* Mel’s KettleBells, Cardio & Core Class >>> Monday Nights, 7.20 to 8.20pm, Buckden Millennium Centre. This NEW Monday night group class is BLASTING onto the timetable and I am getting loads of fabulous feedback already. I REALLY LOVE it and hope you want to come along and try it to. This session will bring you the ULTIMATE calorie blast & body fat and inch-blast burn with ‘kettlebell-style’ and up-to-the-minute body conditioning exercises and mat-based Ultimate Core moves that will keep your whole body moving and melting off excess fat and inches. Experience a full-body challenge that will tackle your trouble spots and you will reap the rewards of a slimmer, leaner and totally defined NEW 2012 body and core… COMING WEDNESDAY LUCHTIMES SOON TOO!!! Just turn Up, No Need to Book, See you there…
*NEW for 2012* Thursday morning, 9.45am, Nordic Walking session for ALL LEVELS from Buckden Millennium Centre with Gordon. Join in this NEW and EASY Nordic Walk for a better, fresher and more active new you with the poles in both hands. A steady pace of 3-4.5 miles for ALL LEVELS, Not for complete beginners. There is no need to book, just turn up, poles available if you do not have your own.
**NORDIC FLASH** Come and join me for a NW Weekender with a BIG difference – HERE COME THE NW GIRLS 2012 Tour, March 9th, 10th & 11th, staying at the gorgeous The Red Lion in Stiffkey on a Friday and Saturday night with dinner, bed and breakfast, nordic walking, SHOPPING, drinking, eating, laughing, relaxing (!!!) and soooooo much more…. Email: mel@fithaven.co.uk NOW to register your interest or even book a place! It’s gonna be FAB!!!
Lots of Love, Mel and Millie xxx
Fitness Classes 2012…
JOIN MY FITHAVEN & ZUMBA FITNESS FACEBOOK GROUP… This the most up-to-date, on-the-button and inspirational way to find out what is going with classes during the week and month ahead – ALL of my classes are running so get ready to get really fit this week…
FITNESS CLASSES/NORDIC WALKING From Thursday 16th January to Thursday 19th January…
Monday 30th January
9.45am, Fun Keep Fit/Fitness Pilates, Mandeville Hall, Kimbolton
12.30pm, Fitness Nordic Walking, Kimbolton Cricket Club
6.20pm, Fitness Pilates for All, Buckden Millennium Centre
7.20pm, *NEW* KettleBells, Cardio and Core, Buckden Millennium Centre
Tuesday 31st January
9.45am, Fitness Pilates for All, Buckden Millennium Centre
12pm, Nature Reserve Nordic Walking, Paxton Pits, Little Paxton
4.30pm, Zumba GOLD, Buckden Millennium Centre
6.30pm, Running/Jogging Club with Marisa, St Neots Rugby Club
Wednesday 1st February
9.45am, Zumba Toning, Buckden Millennium Centre
COMING SOON… Lunchtime *NEW* KettleBells, Cardio and Core, Buckden Millennium Centre
6.30pm, Zumba Toning, Buckden Millennium Centre
Thursday 2nd February
9.45am, Beginners Fitness Pilates, Buckden Millennium Centre
9.45am, *NEW* Fitness/Health Nordic Walking with Gordon, Buckden Millennium Centre
6.30pm, ULTIMATE Core/Abs Fit Pilates, Buckden Millennium Centre
7.25pm, Zumba FITNESS, Buckden Millennium Centre
Featured Classes with Mel for 2012…
ZUMBA GOLD >>>
Even more Zumba fun and fabulous fitness to look forward to the active older and ready for action FitHavener. This is also perfect for Beginners to Zumba Fitness as well as those starting on their journey to a fit and healthy lifestyle. It has the same Zumba-Party elements including the zesty Latin music, the salsa, merengue, cumbia and reggaeton as well as the exhilarating, easy-to-follow Zumba moves and the invigoration party-like atmosphere and it will be a friendly, fun and new edition to the timetable that you will really enjoy! 4.30pm, Tuesdays, Buckden Millennium Centre. *NEW* Zumba GOLD by Mel… http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/zumba-gold-funky-rhythms-easy-dance-moves-and-a-better-body-for-all-ages/
FITHAVEN RUNNING/JOGGING CLUB WITH MARISA >>>
Marisa will continue to run the FitHaven Running/Jogging session EVERY Tuesday evening from St Neots Rugby Club at 6.30pm – Any NEWCOMERS welcome (Non-Beginners), just turn up. This session is perfect for those who already jog/run and want the support, encouragement and motivation of running with a group with a specific program to progress your distance, pace and stamina. Read more here >>> http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/couch-to-5k-update-by-marisa/… If you don’t jog or run and want to give it a go a NEW Couch to 5K course will start in the early spring (when the nights get a bit lighter) so please email mel@fithaven.co.uk for more information and to sign up.
ULTIMATE Core/Abs Fitness Pilates 2012 for MEN and WOMEN >>>
This weekly session runs at 6.30pm on a Thursday Night and it REALLY is a life and body changing session like no other. I use Fitness and Traditional Pilates to tone, strengthen and fat burn the core muscles and back as we move through dynamic exercises to upbeat fun music in a sequence (don’t worry no co-ordination is required) and I am now getting a healthy influx of FELLAS to this class bringing ALOT of fun as we workout on our mats. ULITIMATE CORE will reveal a flatter and more toned tummy too (but only if you come) as the moves work to lengthen, strengthen and tone the muscles allowing you to become stronger and firmer with building bulk. It also teaches you to focus the mind as you exercise the body, gradually improving your coordination, body awareness, flexibility and all over alignment. Come and get the ULTIMATE CORE next week with me!
Dates for your DIARY…
** March 9th, 10th, 11th 2012, HERE COME THE GIRLS Nordic Walking Weekender & More, The Red Lion, Stiffkey, North Norfolk
GET into Nordic Walking…
Some great Nordic Walks planned for YOU this month so GET UP and GET OUT with the poles this Winter… With the darker nights looming it is even MORE important to get your daylight, fresh air fix. Not only will it keep SAD (Seasonal Affective Disorder) at bay but will stave off coughs, colds and the flu as exercising outdoors is the BEST way to BOOST the immune system. So stride out in our ever-changing countryside and enjoy the amazing health and fitness benefits walking with poles and being outdoors brings each and everyone one of us regarding your age, shape, size or fitness levels – it really is for EVERYONE…. Click http://www.fithaven.co.uk/nordicwalking/news/ for the latest Nordic Walking NEWS!
LEARN How to Nordic Walk with Mel in 2012…
FitHaven’s Learn How to Nordic Walking Course is specifically aimed at the complete beginner to the Nordic Walking technique, for those who walk/ramble/hike already and want to try something new, a refresher for those who have got out of the habit and want to get back into it again and for those who have never taken part in any form of outdoor exercise and want to give it a go. Regardless of your age, ability or fitness level this course will help give you a great foundation to this wonderful outdoor exercise experience and will give you MASSIVE health and fitness benefits along the way.
Visit: http://www.fithaven.co.uk/nordicwalking/induction/ for more information on the Beginners Nordic Walking courses…
- Tuesday 7th & 14th February 2012, 1.45 – 2.45pm, Paxton Pits Nature Reserve, Little Paxton, with Mel. Price: £15 per person including pole hire and full Nordic Walking tuition/practice/walks.
- Tuesday 6th & 13th March 2012, 1.45 – 2.45pm, Paxton Pits Nature Reserve, Little Paxton, with Mel. Price: £15 per person including pole hire and full Nordic Walking tuition/practice/walks.
The FitHaven Gallery…
The FUN and ACTIVE PLACE to BE!!! Pay the FitHaven Gallery a visit every day as we BLOG some of the actions throughout the day to give you an idea of what we do, who comes along, the sessions we take, and more importantly those who are putting in the extra effort without excuses and making their lives more active, fitter, toned, stronger, healthier, fun and alive. We really do work with some amazing people and without YOU we wouldn’t have FitHaven and you should be proud especially if you see yourself here… Of course if you do not wish to be on the gallery please just let us know and we will remove your photo immediately! But please remember those photos may be the reason you were encouraged to come along in the first place – REAL people doing REAL fitness for REAL results! Click http://www.fithaven.co.uk/gallery/ to view amazing FitHaveners who make fitness and feeling great so much FUN…!
YOUR Stories…
You can read STORIES about those who have made and continue to make MASSIVE changes to their lives, lost the weight/inches/body-fat, got fitter, more active, reduced blood pressure & cholesterol, improved backs, joints and injuries, got through personal challenges and goals, improved general health and well-being, written fantastic poems and MADE it HAPPEN for THEMSELVES… You are ALL WELCOME to join them!
- *Latest Story* Babs’ Nordic Walking & Zumba Story Here>>> http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/nordic-walking-and-zumba-fitness-testimonial-by-babs/
- *Latest Story* Lisa’s Couch to 5K Story Here>>> http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/lisa-sparks-couch-to-5k-testimonial/
- Zumba Fitness for the NOT so FIT or ABLE by Helen Packer > http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/zumba-fitness-for-the-not-so-fit-or-able-by-helen-packer/
LATEST Articles…
- *NEW* Nordic Walk It Away in 2012 by Mel… http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/nordic-walk-it-away-in-2012-by-mel/
- Zumba GOLD by Mel… http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/zumba-gold-funky-rhythms-easy-dance-moves-and-a-better-body-for-all-ages/
- Dance Yourself Fit and Fabulous for the Party Season… http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/dance-yourself-fit-and-fabulous-for-the-party-season-by-mel/
- Couch to 5K Running Tips by Mel and Marisa… http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/fithaven-couch-to-5k-running-tips/
- Benefits of Weight Training by Neal… http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/want-to-lose-weight-lift-weights-to-develop-lean-muscle-burn-4x-more-calories/
The FitHaven Timetable…
MAY 2012 Timetable
Click here for the Fit.News Archive
FitHaven NEWS, Sunday 22nd January 2012, Issue 03
Published Sunday, January 22, 2012 | 
WELCOME to your weekly FIT.NEWS and another fabulous week of fitness classes and nordic walking sessions with buzzing energy, motivation and FUN all round. So keep it up and let’s make January the one where we all, including myself, make positive and happy changes to our fitness, health and well being.
I am keeping this week-s newsletter short and sweet as I am currently in the process of moving house so please bear with me. However, classes and nordic walking sessions will continue to run as normal as I try and unpack boxes, sort through things and recycle/chuck things out in-between sessions – a proper spring-clean!!!
*NEW for 2012* Mel’s KettleBells, Cardio & Core Class >>> This NEW Monday night group class is BLASTING onto the timetable and I am getting loads of fabulous feedback already. I REALLY LOVE it and hope you want to come along and try it to. This session will bring you the ULTIMATE calorie blast & body fat and inch-blast burn with ‘kettlebell-style’ and up-to-the-minute body conditioning exercises and mat-based Ultimate Core moves that will keep your whole body moving and melting off excess fat and inches. Experience a full-body challenge that will tackle your trouble spots and you will reap the rewards of a slimmer, leaner and totally defined NEW 2012 body and core. Coming to Monday Nights, 7.20 to 8.20pm, Buckden Millennium Centre. Just turn Up – see you there…
*NEW* Thursday morning Nordic Walking session for ALL LEVELS from Buckden Millennium Centre with Gordon. Join in this NEW NW for a better, fresher and more active new you with the poles. A steady pace for ALL LEVELS, Not for complete beginners and there is no need to book, just turn up, poles available if you do not have your own.
**NORDIC FLASH** Come and join me for a NW Weekender with a BIG difference – HERE COME THE NW GIRLS 2012 Tour, March 9th, 10th & 11th, staying at the gorgeous The Red Lion in Stiffkey on a Friday and Saturday night with dinner, bed and breakfast, nordic walking, SHOPPING, drinking, eating, laughing, relaxing (!!!) and soooooo much more…. Email: mel@fithaven.co.uk NOW to register your interest or even book a place! It’s gonna be FAB!!!
Lots of Love, Mel and Millie xxx
Fitness Classes 2012…
JOIN MY FITHAVEN & ZUMBA FITNESS FACEBOOK GROUP… This the most up-to-date, on-the-button and inspirational way to find out what is going with classes during the week and month ahead – ALL of my classes are running so get ready to get really fit this week…
FITNESS CLASSES/NORDIC WALKING From Thursday 16th January to Thursday 19th January…
Monday 23rd January
9.45am, Fun Keep Fit/Fitness Pilates, Mandeville Hall, Kimbolton
12.30pm, Fitness Nordic Walking, Kimbolton Cricket Club
6.20pm, Fitness Pilates for All, Buckden Millennium Centre
7.20pm, *NEW* KettleBells, Cardio and Core, Buckden Millennium Centre
Tuesday 24th January
9.45am, Fitness Pilates for All, Buckden Millennium Centre
12pm, Nature Reserve Nordic Walking, Paxton Pits, Little Paxton
4.30pm, Zumba GOLD, Buckden Millennium Centre
6.30pm, Running/Jogging Club with Marisa, St Neots Rugby Club
Wednesday 25th January
9.45am, Zumba Toning, Buckden Millennium Centre
6.30pm, Zumba Toning, Buckden Millennium Centre
Thursday 26th January
9.45am, Beginners Fitness Pilates, Buckden Millennium Centre
9.45am, *NEW* Fitness/Health Nordic Walking with Gordon, Buckden Millennium Centre
6.30pm, ULTIMATE Core/Abs Fit Pilates, Buckden Millennium Centre
7.25pm, Zumba FITNESS, Buckden Millennium Centre
Featured Classes with Mel for 2012…
ZUMBA GOLD >>>
Even more Zumba fun and fabulous fitness to look forward to the active older and ready for action FitHavener. This is also perfect for Beginners to Zumba Fitness as well as those starting on their journey to a fit and healthy lifestyle. It has the same Zumba-Party elements including the zesty Latin music, the salsa, merengue, cumbia and reggaeton as well as the exhilarating, easy-to-follow Zumba moves and the invigoration party-like atmosphere and it will be a friendly, fun and new edition to the timetable that you will really enjoy! 4.30pm, Tuesdays, Buckden Millennium Centre. *NEW* Zumba GOLD by Mel… http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/zumba-gold-funky-rhythms-easy-dance-moves-and-a-better-body-for-all-ages/
FITHAVEN RUNNING/JOGGING CLUB WITH MARISA >>>
Marisa will continue to run the FitHaven Running/Jogging session EVERY Tuesday evening from St Neots Rugby Club at 6.30pm – Any NEWCOMERS welcome (Non-Beginners), just turn up. This session is perfect for those who already jog/run and want the support, encouragement and motivation of running with a group with a specific program to progress your distance, pace and stamina. Read more here >>> http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/couch-to-5k-update-by-marisa/… If you don’t jog or run and want to give it a go a NEW Couch to 5K course will start in the early spring (when the nights get a bit lighter) so please email mel@fithaven.co.uk for more information and to sign up.
ULTIMATE Core/Abs Fitness Pilates 2012 for MEN and WOMEN >>>
This weekly session runs at 6.30pm on a Thursday Night and it REALLY is a life and body changing session like no other. I use Fitness and Traditional Pilates to tone, strengthen and fat burn the core muscles and back as we move through dynamic exercises to upbeat fun music in a sequence (don’t worry no co-ordination is required) and I am now getting a healthy influx of FELLAS to this class bringing ALOT of fun as we workout on our mats. ULITIMATE CORE will reveal a flatter and more toned tummy too (but only if you come) as the moves work to lengthen, strengthen and tone the muscles allowing you to become stronger and firmer with building bulk. It also teaches you to focus the mind as you exercise the body, gradually improving your coordination, body awareness, flexibility and all over alignment. Come and get the ULTIMATE CORE next week with me!
Dates for your DIARY…
** March 9th, 10th, 11th 2012, HERE COME THE GIRLS Nordic Walking Weekender & More, The Red Lion, Stiffkey, North Norfolk
** Sunday 5th February, 8 hour Zumbathon, Wood Green Animal Shelter, Godmanchester (I will be taking part in this event and I really hope you can join me and others to raise money and have a lot of Zumba fun – I will running the first slot of the day – 9 to 10am and a full day ahead of other Zumba instructors and Zumba).
GET into Nordic Walking…
Some great Nordic Walks planned for YOU this month so GET UP and GET OUT with the poles this Winter… With the darker nights looming it is even MORE important to get your daylight, fresh air fix. Not only will it keep SAD (Seasonal Affective Disorder) at bay but will stave off coughs, colds and the flu as exercising outdoors is the BEST way to BOOST the immune system. So stride out in our ever-changing countryside and enjoy the amazing health and fitness benefits walking with poles and being outdoors brings each and everyone one of us regarding your age, shape, size or fitness levels – it really is for EVERYONE…. Click http://www.fithaven.co.uk/nordicwalking/news/ for the latest Nordic Walking NEWS!
LEARN How to Nordic Walk with Mel in 2012…
FitHaven’s Learn How to Nordic Walking Course is specifically aimed at the complete beginner to the Nordic Walking technique, for those who walk/ramble/hike already and want to try something new, a refresher for those who have got out of the habit and want to get back into it again and for those who have never taken part in any form of outdoor exercise and want to give it a go. Regardless of your age, ability or fitness level this course will help give you a great foundation to this wonderful outdoor exercise experience and will give you MASSIVE health and fitness benefits along the way.
Visit: http://www.fithaven.co.uk/nordicwalking/induction/ for more information on the Beginners Nordic Walking courses…
- Tuesday 7th & 14th February 2012, 1.45 – 2.45pm, Paxton Pits Nature Reserve, Little Paxton, with Mel. Price: £15 per person including pole hire and full Nordic Walking tuition/practice/walks.
The FitHaven Gallery…
The FUN and ACTIVE PLACE to BE!!! Pay the FitHaven Gallery a visit every day as we BLOG some of the actions throughout the day to give you an idea of what we do, who comes along, the sessions we take, and more importantly those who are putting in the extra effort without excuses and making their lives more active, fitter, toned, stronger, healthier, fun and alive. We really do work with some amazing people and without YOU we wouldn’t have FitHaven and you should be proud especially if you see yourself here… Of course if you do not wish to be on the gallery please just let us know and we will remove your photo immediately! But please remember those photos may be the reason you were encouraged to come along in the first place – REAL people doing REAL fitness for REAL results! Click http://www.fithaven.co.uk/gallery/ to view amazing FitHaveners who make fitness and feeling great so much FUN…!
YOUR Stories…
You can read STORIES about those who have made and continue to make MASSIVE changes to their lives, lost the weight/inches/body-fat, got fitter, more active, reduced blood pressure & cholesterol, improved backs, joints and injuries, got through personal challenges and goals, improved general health and well-being, written fantastic poems and MADE it HAPPEN for THEMSELVES… You are ALL WELCOME to join them!
- *Latest Story* Babs’ Nordic Walking & Zumba Story Here>>> http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/nordic-walking-and-zumba-fitness-testimonial-by-babs/
- *Latest Story* Lisa’s Couch to 5K Story Here>>> http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/lisa-sparks-couch-to-5k-testimonial/
- Zumba Fitness for the NOT so FIT or ABLE by Helen Packer > http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/zumba-fitness-for-the-not-so-fit-or-able-by-helen-packer/
LATEST Articles…
- *NEW* Nordic Walk It Away in 2012 by Mel… http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/nordic-walk-it-away-in-2012-by-mel/
- Zumba GOLD by Mel… http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/zumba-gold-funky-rhythms-easy-dance-moves-and-a-better-body-for-all-ages/
- Dance Yourself Fit and Fabulous for the Party Season… http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/dance-yourself-fit-and-fabulous-for-the-party-season-by-mel/
- Couch to 5K Running Tips by Mel and Marisa… http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/fithaven-couch-to-5k-running-tips/
- Benefits of Weight Training by Neal… http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/want-to-lose-weight-lift-weights-to-develop-lean-muscle-burn-4x-more-calories/
The FitHaven Timetable…
MAY 2012 Timetable
Click here for the Fit.News Archive
FitHaven FIT.NEWS, Sunday 15th January 2012, Issue 02
Published Sunday, January 15, 2012 | 
WELCOME to your week FIT.NEWS and it was absolutely fabulous to get back to classes and Nordic Walking last week and to see you back on it too for a new year and a new term ahead. Also BIG Thanks to all of you for my birthday cards, presents, cakes and balloons – yes another year older but that certainly is not going to stop me – if anything full steam ahead for 2012!!!
All the NEW sessions went down really well, especially the NEW KettleBells, Cardio and Core session on Monday night in Buckden which went down really well and I am still feeling the effects from this session in my entire body – this one is going to get your results very fast. Zumba Fitness, Gold and Toning also blasted back onto the timetable with fabulous energy and motivation from everyone who came. Nordic Walking was stunning last week and we were very lucky to have such great weather and perfect NW conditions and as ever full and even more fabulous Fitness Pilates to sort out the tummy, back, flexibility, posture and just give you a generally great session for body, mind and muscles. Marisa started back the Running/Jogging Club on Tuesday evenings from St Neots Rugby Club and finally the ULTIMATE CORE session really is the one class that will change the shape of your body, tone up your tummy, strengthen your back as your burn off belly fat as you have a lot of fun too – perfect for MEN. So if you haven’t made it back yet then get yourself up and on it next week and I can promise you that you won’t regret it – you will feel really really GREAT!!!
*NEW for 2012* Mel’s ULTIMATE KettleBells, Cardio & Core Class >>> My new Monday night group exercise class that will bring you the ULTIMATE calorie blast & body fat and inch-blast burn with ‘kettlebell-style’ and up-to-the-minute body conditioning exercises and mat-based Ultimate Core moves that will keep your whole body moving and melting off excess fat and inches. Experience a full-body challenge that will tackle your trouble spots and you will reap the rewards of a slimmer, leaner and totally defined NEW 2012 body and core. Coming to Monday Nights, 7.20 to 8.20pm, Buckden Millennium Centre. Just turn Up – see you there…
*NEW* Thursday morning Nordic Walking session for ALL LEVELS from Buckden Millennium Centre with Gordon. Join in this NEW All Level 5 miler for a better, fresher and more active new you with the poles. Not for complete beginners and there is no need to book, just turn up, poles available if you do not have your own.
**NORDIC FLASH** Come and join me for a NW Weekender with a BIG difference – HERE COME THE NW GIRLS 2012 Tour, March 9th, 10th & 11th, staying at the gorgeous The Red Lion in Stiffkey on a Friday and Saturday night with dinner, bed and breakfast, nordic walking, SHOPPING, drinking, eating, laughing, relaxing (!!!) and soooooo much more…. Email: mel@fithaven.co.uk NOW to register your interest or even book a place! It’s gonna be FAB!!!
Lots of Love, Mel and Millie xxx
Fitness Classes 2012…
JOIN MY FITHAVEN & ZUMBA FITNESS FACEBOOK GROUP… This the most up-to-date, on-the-button and inspirational way to find out what is going with classes during the week and month ahead – ALL of my classes are running so get ready to get really fit this week…
FITNESS CLASSES/NORDIC WALKING From Thursday 16th January to Thursday 19th January…
Monday 16th January
9.45am, Fun Keep Fit/Fitness Pilates, Mandeville Hall, Kimbolton
12.30pm, Fitness Nordic Walking, Kimbolton Cricket Club
6.20pm, Fitness Pilates for All, Buckden Millennium Centre
7.20pm, *NEW* KettleBells, Cardio and Core, Buckden Millennium Centre
Tuesday 17th January
9.45am, Fitness Pilates for All, Buckden Millennium Centre
12pm, Nature Reserve Nordic Walking, Paxton Pits, Little Paxton
1.45pm, *NEW* Learn How to Nordic Walking, Paxton Pits Nature Reserve
4.30pm, Zumba GOLD, Buckden Millennium Centre
6.30pm, Running/Jogging Club with Marisa, St Neots Rugby Club
Wednesday 18th January
9.45am, Zumba Toning, Buckden Millennium Centre
6.30pm, Zumba Toning, Buckden Millennium Centre
Thursday 19th January
9.45am, Beginners Fitness Pilates, Buckden Millennium Centre
9.45am, *NEW* Fitness/Health Nordic Walking with Gordon, Buckden Millennium Centre
6.30pm, ULTIMATE Core/Abs Fit Pilates, Buckden Millennium Centre
7.25pm, Zumba FITNESS, Buckden Millennium Centre
Featured Classes with Mel for 2012…
ZUMBA GOLD >>>
Even more Zumba fun and fabulous fitness to look forward to the active older and ready for action FitHavener. This is also perfect for Beginners to Zumba Fitness as well as those starting on their journey to a fit and healthy lifestyle. It has the same Zumba-Party elements including the zesty Latin music, the salsa, merengue, cumbia and reggaeton as well as the exhilarating, easy-to-follow Zumba moves and the invigoration party-like atmosphere and it will be a friendly, fun and new edition to the timetable that you will really enjoy! 4.30pm, Tuesdays, Buckden Millennium Centre. *NEW* Zumba GOLD by Mel… http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/zumba-gold-funky-rhythms-easy-dance-moves-and-a-better-body-for-all-ages/
FITHAVEN RUNNING/JOGGING CLUB WITH MARISA >>>
Marisa will continue to run the FitHaven Running/Jogging session EVERY Tuesday evening from St Neots Rugby Club at 6.30pm – Any NEWCOMERS welcome (Non-Beginners), just turn up. This session is perfect for those who already jog/run and want the support, encouragement and motivation of running with a group with a specific program to progress your distance, pace and stamina. Read more here >>> http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/couch-to-5k-update-by-marisa/… If you don’t jog or run and want to give it a go a NEW Couch to 5K course will start in the early spring (when the nights get a bit lighter) so please email mel@fithaven.co.uk for more information and to sign up.
ULTIMATE Core/Abs Fitness Pilates for MEN and WOMEN >>>
This weekly session runs at 6.30pm on a Thursday Night and it REALLY is a life and body changing session like no other. I use Fitness and Traditional Pilates to tone, strengthen and fat burn the core muscles and back as we move through dynamic exercises to upbeat fun music in a sequence (don’t worry no co-ordination is required) and I am now getting a healthy influx of FELLAS to this class bringing ALOT of fun as we workout on our mats. ULITIMATE CORE will reveal a flatter and more toned tummy too (but only if you come) as the moves work to lengthen, strengthen and tone the muscles allowing you to become stronger and firmer with building bulk. It also teaches you to focus the mind as you exercise the body, gradually improving your coordination, body awareness, flexibility and all over alignment. Come and get the ULTIMATE CORE next week with me!
NEW YEAR Dates for your DIARY…
** March 9th, 10th, 11th 2012, HERE COME THE GIRLS Nordic Walking Weekender & More, The Red Lion, Stiffkey, North Norfolk
** Sunday 5th February, 8 hour Zumbathon, Wood Green Animal Shelter, Godmanchester (I will be taking part in this event and I really hope you can join me and others to raise money and have a lot of Zumba fun – I will running the first slot of the day – 9 to 10am and a full day ahead of other Zumba instructors and Zumba).
GET into Nordic Walking…
Some great Nordic Walks planned for YOU this month so GET UP and GET OUT with the poles this Winter… With the darker nights looming it is even MORE important to get your daylight, fresh air fix. Not only will it keep SAD (Seasonal Affective Disorder) at bay but will stave off coughs, colds and the flu as exercising outdoors is the BEST way to BOOST the immune system. So stride out in our ever-changing countryside and enjoy the amazing health and fitness benefits walking with poles and being outdoors brings each and everyone one of us regarding your age, shape, size or fitness levels – it really is for EVERYONE…. Click http://www.fithaven.co.uk/nordicwalking/news/ for the latest Nordic Walking NEWS!
LEARN How to Nordic Walk with Mel in 2012…
FitHaven’s Learn How to Nordic Walking Course is specifically aimed at the complete beginner to the Nordic Walking technique, for those who walk/ramble/hike already and want to try something new, a refresher for those who have got out of the habit and want to get back into it again and for those who have never taken part in any form of outdoor exercise and want to give it a go. Regardless of your age, ability or fitness level this course will help give you a great foundation to this wonderful outdoor exercise experience and will give you MASSIVE health and fitness benefits along the way.
Visit: http://www.fithaven.co.uk/nordicwalking/induction/ for more information on the Beginners Nordic Walking courses…
- Tuesday 10th & 17th January 2012, 1.45 – 2.45pm, Paxton Pits Nature Reserve, Little Paxton, with Mel. Price: £15 per person including pole hire and full Nordic Walking tuition/practice/walks.
- Tuesday 7th & 14th February 2012, 1.45 – 2.45pm, Paxton Pits Nature Reserve, Little Paxton, with Mel. Price: £15 per person including pole hire and full Nordic Walking tuition/practice/walks.
YOUR NEW NORDIC COMMUNITY FITNESS INSTRUCTORS – Ali K and Gordon J…
So here are your NEW Community Nordic Walking Instructors who will be unleashed onto the regular FitHaven Nordic Walking timetable next year and will also be running a few sessions in the lead up to Christmas and over the New Year so keep an eye on the timetable. They both passed their course last Saturday at Nordic Walking UK HQ with flying colours and are now keen, eager and willing to take the plunge and get out there with you all with the poles and our fabulous countryside. I have full confidence in their ability to lead the Nordic Walking groups and support them 100% and I know they will both be a huge support to me and Nordic Walking as well as offer you even more opportunities to get out there with the poles every week in 2012. I will be adding their NW dates to the schedule soon but for now HUGE CONGRATULATIONS Ali and Gordon and here’s to a fabulous Nordic Walking year ahead… Click http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/ali-and-gordon-get-nordic-walking-uk-community-instructor-qualified-superb/ to see them both in action at Nordic Walking UK last Saturday.
The FULL Weekly Nordic Walking Schedule can be found here.
The FitHaven Gallery…
The FUN and ACTIVE PLACE to BE!!! Pay the FitHaven Gallery a visit every day as we BLOG some of the actions throughout the day to give you an idea of what we do, who comes along, the sessions we take, and more importantly those who are putting in the extra effort without excuses and making their lives more active, fitter, toned, stronger, healthier, fun and alive. We really do work with some amazing people and without YOU we wouldn’t have FitHaven and you should be proud especially if you see yourself here… Of course if you do not wish to be on the gallery please just let us know and we will remove your photo immediately! But please remember those photos may be the reason you were encouraged to come along in the first place – REAL people doing REAL fitness for REAL results! Click http://www.fithaven.co.uk/gallery/ to view amazing FitHaveners who make fitness and feeling great so much FUN…!
YOUR Stories…
You can read STORIES about those who have made and continue to make MASSIVE changes to their lives, lost the weight/inches/body-fat, got fitter, more active, reduced blood pressure & cholesterol, improved backs, joints and injuries, got through personal challenges and goals, improved general health and well-being, written fantastic poems and MADE it HAPPEN for THEMSELVES… You are ALL WELCOME to join them!
- *Latest Story* Babs’ Nordic Walking & Zumba Story Here>>> http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/nordic-walking-and-zumba-fitness-testimonial-by-babs/
- *Latest Story* Lisa’s Couch to 5K Story Here>>> http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/lisa-sparks-couch-to-5k-testimonial/
- Zumba Fitness for the NOT so FIT or ABLE by Helen Packer > http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/zumba-fitness-for-the-not-so-fit-or-able-by-helen-packer/
LATEST Articles…
- *NEW* Nordic Walk It Away in 2012 by Mel… http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/nordic-walk-it-away-in-2012-by-mel/
- Zumba GOLD by Mel… http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/zumba-gold-funky-rhythms-easy-dance-moves-and-a-better-body-for-all-ages/
- Dance Yourself Fit and Fabulous for the Party Season… http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/dance-yourself-fit-and-fabulous-for-the-party-season-by-mel/
- Couch to 5K Running Tips by Mel and Marisa… http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/fithaven-couch-to-5k-running-tips/
- Benefits of Weight Training by Neal… http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/want-to-lose-weight-lift-weights-to-develop-lean-muscle-burn-4x-more-calories/
The FitHaven Timetable…
MAY 2012 Timetable
Click here for the Fit.News Archive
The FitHaven NEWS, Tuesday 3rd January 2012, Issue 01
Published Tuesday, January 3, 2012 | 
HAPPY NEW YEAR and a massive WELCOME to 2012 and your fittest, healthiest and most active year yet! I spent Christmas in Ballater in the Cairngorms, Scotland and New Year on the North Norfolk coast and although have been quite active (although I did manage to put my feet up once or twice) I have been suitably fed and watered and am now more than ready to get back into action again, as I am sure you are too.
Resolutions… Love or loathe them resolutions are an intrinsic part of of the new year and and the time of year we reflect on the goals we set last year (and probably didn’t achieve) then make new ones for this new year ahead. I am sure getting fitter, losing weight, toning up, eating healthier and making positive changes to be more active is somewhere on your list and these are all fabulous and achievable goals to set but try not to do each and everyone of them at once like so many people do and come the end of January fail to stick to your goals and give up completely. Writing your goals down and sharing them with a friend, family member or even me will greatly improve your chances of sticking to them and asking others for supports when you face setbacks is definitely the way forward especially when you will power starts to try up as research suggests that many people will fail their resolutions within the first week of the year if they rely on will power alone. Don’t be one of them and let me help you to achieve your goals this year whatever they may be – so let’s get on with it…
My 2012 class timetable is now up and running on the website so click HERE. There are a few NEW sessions to look forward to (KettleBells, Core & More, Zumba on Chairs, return of FP for Men and a NW Weekender for the Girls), the regular ones of course and some in the process of being planned for the end of this month. Ali and Gordon have been heading up the Nordic Walking sessions this week so far and have been doing a great job so far (even though today’s weather put a few people off) Gordon still has his NEW Thursday morning NW session starting this on Thursday 5th January, 9.45am from Buckden Millennium Centre so join him there for an All Level 5 miler and make a start with saying Goodbye to the Festive Flab and Hello to a fresh and active new you!!!
*NEW* Fit, Healthy and Energetic for 2012. I am going to start giving you healthy advice and motivation, healthy eating and exercise tips and downloads to keep you moving more and eating better in 2012. Find out how you shape up and get your back your pre-Christmas self or even a new one with my inspiring new-year plan which will help you to lose those extra winter layers, help give your more energy and feel amazing by the end of January… Week One coming soon so watch this space >>>
**NORDIC FLASH** Would any of your Nordic Walking girlies out there be interested in joining me for a NW Weekender with a BIG difference – HERE COME THE NW GIRLS 2012 Tour, a weekend in March (date TBC & price TBC), staying at the gorgeous The Red Lion in Stiffkey on a Friday and Saturday night with dinner, bed and breakfast, nordic walking, SHOPPING, drinking, eating, laughing, relaxing (!!!) and soooooo much more…. Email: mel@fithaven.co.uk NOW to register your interest or even book a place! It’s gonna be FAB!!!
So with all that going on I have plenty of planning and prep to do and will be back from Monday 9th January to BLAST body, mind and muscles into 2012 the FitHaven way…
Lots of Love, Mel and Millie xxx
Fitness Classes 2012…
JOIN MY FITHAVEN & ZUMBA FITNESS FACEBOOK GROUP… This the most up-to-date, on-the-button and inspirational way to find out what is going with classes during the week and month ahead – ALL of my classes are running so get ready to get really fit this week…
FITNESS CLASSES/NORDIC WALKING From Thursday 5th January to Thursday 12th January…
Thursday 5th January
9.45am, *NEW* Fitness/Health Nordic Walking with Gordon, Buckden Millennium Centre
Monday 9th January
9.45am, Fun Keep Fit/Fitness Pilates, Mandeville Hall, Kimbolton
12.30pm, Fitness Nordic Walking, Grafham Village Hall
6.20pm, Fitness Pilates for All, Buckden Millennium Centre
7.20pm, *NEW* KettleBells, Core and More Class, Buckden Millennium Centre
Tuesday 10th January
9.45am, Fitness Pilates for All, Buckden Millennium Centre
12pm, Nature Reserve Nordic Walking, Paxton Pits, Little Paxton
1.45pm, *NEW* Learn How to Nordic Walking, Paxton Pits Nature Reserve
4.30pm, Zumba GOLD, Buckden Millennium Centre
6.30pm, Running/Jogging Club with Marisa, St Neots Rugby Club
Wednesday 11th January
9.45am, Zumba Toning, Buckden Millennium Centre
6.30pm, Zumba Toning, Buckden Millennium Centre
Thursday 12th January
9.45am, Beginners Fitness Pilates, Buckden Millennium Centre
9.45am, *NEW* Fitness/Health Nordic Walking with Gordon, Buckden Millennium Centre
6.30pm, ULTIMATE Core/Abs Fit Pilates, Buckden Millennium Centre
7.25pm, Zumba FITNESS, Buckden Millennium Centre
Featured Classes with Mel for 2012…
*NEW for 2012* Mel’s ULTIMATE KettleBells & Core Class >>>
Coming in 2012 I will be launching a new group exercise class that will bring you the ULTIMATE KettleBell/Core Abs Blast that will push your calorie burn into high gear with ‘kettlebell-style’ exercises and other mat-based Ultimate Core moves that will keep your whole body moving and melting off excess fat and inches. Experience a full-body challenge that will tackle your trouble spots and you will reap the rewards of a slimmer, leaner and totally defined NEW 2012 body and core. Coming to Monday Nights, 7.20 to 8.20pm, Buckden Millennium Centre. SIGN UP NOW! Email mel@fithaven.co.uk. SIGN UP NOW!
ZUMBA GOLD >>>
Even more Zumba fun and fabulous fitness to look forward to the active older and ready for action FitHavener. This is also perfect for Beginners to Zumba Fitness as well as those starting on their journey to a fit and healthy lifestyle. It has the same Zumba-Party elements including the zesty Latin music, the salsa, merengue, cumbia and reggaeton as well as the exhilarating, easy-to-follow Zumba moves and the invigoration party-like atmosphere and it will be a friendly, fun and new edition to the timetable that you will really enjoy! 4.30pm, Tuesdays, Buckden Millennium Centre. *NEW* Zumba GOLD by Mel… http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/zumba-gold-funky-rhythms-easy-dance-moves-and-a-better-body-for-all-ages/
FITHAVEN RUNNING/JOGGING CLUB WITH MARISA >>>
Marisa will continue to run the FitHaven Running/Jogging session EVERY Tuesday evening starting back TUESDAY 10TH JANUARY from St Neots Rugby Club at 6.30pm – Any NEWCOMERS welcome (Non-Beginners), just turn up. This session is perfect for those who already jog/run and want the support, encouragement and motivation of running with a group with a specific program to progress your distance, pace and stamina. Read more here >>> http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/couch-to-5k-update-by-marisa/… If you don’t jog or run and want to give it a go a NEW Couch to 5K course will start in the early spring (when the nights get a bit lighter) so please email mel@fithaven.co.uk for more information and to sign up.
Well done to the FitHaven Santa Dash 5K Runners from last Sunday’s event in St Neots with Marisa – they all completed the course (see picture left – Marisa, Lisa, Stefan, Rachel, Dionne, Tess & Sarah) in their Santa suits and received their well deserved medals at the end. The feedback from this event was fantastic and click >>> http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/marisas-absolutely-brilliant-st-neots-santa-dash-5kers-massive-well-dones-m-xxx/ for more photos!
ULTIMATE Core/Abs Fitness Pilates for MEN and WOMEN >>>
This weekly session runs at 6.30pm on a Thursday Night and it REALLY is a life and body changing session like no other. I use Fitness and Traditional Pilates to tone, strengthen and fat burn the core muscles and back as we move through dynamic exercises to upbeat fun music in a sequence (don’t worry no co-ordination is required) and I am now getting a healthy influx of FELLAS to this class bringing ALOT of fun as we workout on our mats. ULITIMATE CORE will reveal a flatter and more toned tummy too (but only if you come) as the moves work to lengthen, strengthen and tone the muscles allowing you to become stronger and firmer with building bulk. It also teaches you to focus the mind as you exercise the body, gradually improving your coordination, body awareness, flexibility and all over alignment. Come and get the ULTIMATE CORE next week with me!
NEW YEAR Dates for your DIARY…
** Thursday 5th January, 9.45am *NEW* Fitness/Health Nordic Walking with Gordon, Buckden Millennium Centre
** February/March 2012 – Date TBC – HERE COME THE GIRLS Nordic Walking Weekender & More – Stiffkey, North Norfolk (Feb or March 2012 dates coming soon…)
** Sunday 5th February, 8 hour Zumbathon, Wood Green Animal Shelter, Godmanchester (I will be taking part in this event and I really hope you can join me and others to raise money and have a lot of Zumba fun – I will running the first slot of the day – 9 to 10am and a full day ahead of other Zumba instructors and Zumba).
GET into Nordic Walking…
Some great Nordic Walks planned for YOU this month so GET UP and GET OUT with the poles this Winter… With the darker nights looming it is even MORE important to get your daylight, fresh air fix. Not only will it keep SAD (Seasonal Affective Disorder) at bay but will stave off coughs, colds and the flu as exercising outdoors is the BEST way to BOOST the immune system. So stride out in our ever-changing countryside and enjoy the amazing health and fitness benefits walking with poles and being outdoors brings each and everyone one of us regarding your age, shape, size or fitness levels – it really is for EVERYONE…. Click http://www.fithaven.co.uk/nordicwalking/news/ for the latest Nordic Walking NEWS!
LEARN How to Nordic Walk with Mel in 2012…
FitHaven’s Learn How to Nordic Walking Course is specifically aimed at the complete beginner to the Nordic Walking technique, for those who walk/ramble/hike already and want to try something new, a refresher for those who have got out of the habit and want to get back into it again and for those who have never taken part in any form of outdoor exercise and want to give it a go. Regardless of your age, ability or fitness level this course will help give you a great foundation to this wonderful outdoor exercise experience and will give you MASSIVE health and fitness benefits along the way.
Visit: http://www.fithaven.co.uk/nordicwalking/induction/ for more information on theBeginners Nordic Walking courses…
Tuesday 10th & 17th January 2012, 1.45 – 2.45pm, Paxton Pits Nature Reserve, Little Paxton, with Mel. Price: £15 per person including pole hire and full Nordic Walking tuition/practice/walks.
YOUR NEW NORDIC COMMUNITY FITNESS INSTRUCTORS – Ali K and Gordon J…
So here are your NEW Community Nordic Walking Instructors who will be unleashed onto the regular FitHaven Nordic Walking timetable next year and will also be running a few sessions in the lead up to Christmas and over the New Year so keep an eye on the timetable. They both passed their course last Saturday at Nordic Walking UK HQ with flying colours and are now keen, eager and willing to take the plunge and get out there with you all with the poles and our fabulous countryside. I have full confidence in their ability to lead the Nordic Walking groups and support them 100% and I know they will both be a huge support to me and Nordic Walking as well as offer you even more opportunities to get out there with the poles every week in 2012. I will be adding their NW dates to the schedule soon but for now HUGE CONGRATULATIONS Ali and Gordon and here’s to a fabulous Nordic Walking year ahead… Click http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/ali-and-gordon-get-nordic-walking-uk-community-instructor-qualified-superb/ to see them both in action at Nordic Walking UK last Saturday.
The FULL Weekly Nordic Walking Schedule can be found here.
The FitHaven Gallery…
The FUN and ACTIVE PLACE to BE!!! Pay the FitHaven Gallery a visit every day as we BLOG some of the actions throughout the day to give you an idea of what we do, who comes along, the sessions we take, and more importantly those who are putting in the extra effort without excuses and making their lives more active, fitter, toned, stronger, healthier, fun and alive. We really do work with some amazing people and without YOU we wouldn’t have FitHaven and you should be proud especially if you see yourself here… Of course if you do not wish to be on the gallery please just let us know and we will remove your photo immediately! But please remember those photos may be the reason you were encouraged to come along in the first place – REAL people doing REAL fitness for REAL results! Click http://www.fithaven.co.uk/gallery/ to view amazing FitHaveners who make fitness and feeling great so much FUN…!
YOUR Stories…
You can read STORIES about those who have made and continue to make MASSIVE changes to their lives, lost the weight/inches/body-fat, got fitter, more active, reduced blood pressure & cholesterol, improved backs, joints and injuries, got through personal challenges and goals, improved general health and well-being, written fantastic poems and MADE it HAPPEN for THEMSELVES… You are ALL WELCOME to join them!
- *Latest Story* Babs’ Nordic Walking & Zumba Story Here>>> http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/nordic-walking-and-zumba-fitness-testimonial-by-babs/
- *Latest Story* Lisa’s Couch to 5K Story Here>>> http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/lisa-sparks-couch-to-5k-testimonial/
- Zumba Fitness for the NOT so FIT or ABLE by Helen Packer > http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/zumba-fitness-for-the-not-so-fit-or-able-by-helen-packer/
LATEST Articles…
- *NEW* Nordic Walk It Away in 2012 by Mel… http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/nordic-walk-it-away-in-2012-by-mel/
- Zumba GOLD by Mel… http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/zumba-gold-funky-rhythms-easy-dance-moves-and-a-better-body-for-all-ages/
- Dance Yourself Fit and Fabulous for the Party Season… http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/dance-yourself-fit-and-fabulous-for-the-party-season-by-mel/
- Couch to 5K Running Tips by Mel and Marisa… http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/fithaven-couch-to-5k-running-tips/
- Benefits of Weight Training by Neal… http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/want-to-lose-weight-lift-weights-to-develop-lean-muscle-burn-4x-more-calories/
The FitHaven Timetable…
MAY 2012 Timetable
Click here for the Fit.News Archive
FitHaven FIT.NEWS, Monday 19th December 2011, Issue 49
Published Monday, December 19, 2011 | 
WELCOME to your very Christmassy weekly edition of Fit.News and it was a fabulous week last week of extreme fun festive sessions from Monday to Thursday and I would love to THANK YOU for coming along and making it so special. Click HERE to view all the fabulous photos from the week >>> http://www.fithaven.co.uk/gallery/
I would like to take this opportunity to thank you hugely for your continued support over the past year at my FitHaven sessions and I certainly hope you have enjoyed and benefited from them as much I have. 2012 is going to be another big year with lots of fabulous new and regular sessions blasted onto the timetable as well as even more Nordic Walking, Fitness Pilates, Zumba, Ultimate Core and so much more…
I wish you a very happy, peaceful, fit and healthy festive time and New Year ahead too…
With healthy love, Mel and Millie x x x
Fitness Classes 2011…
JOIN MY FITHAVEN & ZUMBA FITNESS FACEBOOK GROUP… This the most up-to-date, on-the-button and inspirational way to find out what is going with classes during the week and month ahead – ALL of my classes are running so get ready to get really fit this week…
FITNESS CLASSES/NORDIC WALKING Over the Christmas & New Year period…
Monday 19th December
12.30pm, Fitness Nordic Walking, Southoe Village Hall
Tuesday 20th December
12pm, Nature Reserve Nordic Walking, Paxton Pits Nature Reserve
Wednesday 21st December to Sunday 1st January – CHRISTMAS & NEW YEAR BREAK!
Monday 2nd January
12.30pm, Fitness Nordic Walking with Ali & Gordon, Southoe Village Hall with left over cakes/tea/coffee afterwards!
Tuesday 3rd January
12pm, Nature Reserve Nordic Walking with Gordon, Paxton Pits Nature Reserve
Thursday 5th January
9.45am, *NEW* Fitness/Health Nordic Walking with Gordon, Buckden Millennium Centre
Featured Classes with Mel for 2012…
*NEW for 2012* Mel’s ULTIMATE KettleBells & Core Class >>>
Coming in 2012 I will be launching a new group exercise class that will bring you the ULTIMATE KettleBell/Core Abs Blast that will push your calorie burn into high gear with ‘kettlebell-style’ exercises and other mat-based Ultimate Core moves that will keep your whole body moving and melting off excess fat and inches. Experience a full-body challenge that will tackle your trouble spots and you will reap the rewards of a slimmer, leaner and totally defined NEW 2012 body and core. Coming to Monday Nights, 7.20 to 8.20pm, Buckden Millennium Centre. SIGN UP NOW! Email mel@fithaven.co.uk. SIGN UP NOW!
ZUMBA GOLD >>>
Even more Zumba fun and fabulous fitness to look forward to the active older and ready for action FitHavener. This is also perfect for Beginners to Zumba Fitness as well as those starting on their journey to a fit and healthy lifestyle. It has the same Zumba-Party elements including the zesty Latin music, the salsa, merengue, cumbia and reggaeton as well as the exhilarating, easy-to-follow Zumba moves and the invigoration party-like atmosphere and it will be a friendly, fun and new edition to the timetable that you will really enjoy! 4.30pm, Tuesdays, Buckden Millennium Centre. *NEW* Zumba GOLD by Mel… http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/zumba-gold-funky-rhythms-easy-dance-moves-and-a-better-body-for-all-ages/
FITHAVEN RUNNING/JOGGING CLUB WITH MARISA >>>
Marisa will continue to run the FitHaven Running/Jogging session EVERY Tuesday evening starting back TUESDAY 10TH JANUARY from St Neots Rugby Club at 6.30pm – Any NEWCOMERS welcome (Non-Beginners), just turn up. This session is perfect for those who already jog/run and want the support, encouragement and motivation of running with a group with a specific program to progress your distance, pace and stamina. Read more here >>> http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/couch-to-5k-update-by-marisa/… If you don’t jog or run and want to give it a go a NEW Couch to 5K course will start in the early spring (when the nights get a bit lighter) so please email mel@fithaven.co.uk for more information and to sign up.
Well done to the FitHaven Santa Dash 5K Runners from last Sunday’s event in St Neots with Marisa – they all completed the course (see picture left – Marisa, Lisa, Stefan, Rachel, Dionne, Tess & Sarah) in their Santa suits and received their well deserved medals at the end. The feedback from this event was fantastic and click >>> http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/marisas-absolutely-brilliant-st-neots-santa-dash-5kers-massive-well-dones-m-xxx/ for more photos!
ULTIMATE Core/Abs Fitness Pilates for MEN and WOMEN >>>
This weekly session runs at 6.30pm on a Thursday Night and it REALLY is a life and body changing session like no other. I use Fitness and Traditional Pilates to tone, strengthen and fat burn the core muscles and back as we move through dynamic exercises to upbeat fun music in a sequence (don’t worry no co-ordination is required) and I am now getting a healthy influx of FELLAS to this class bringing ALOT of fun as we workout on our mats. ULITIMATE CORE will reveal a flatter and more toned tummy too (but only if you come) as the moves work to lengthen, strengthen and tone the muscles allowing you to become stronger and firmer with building bulk. It also teaches you to focus the mind as you exercise the body, gradually improving your coordination, body awareness, flexibility and all over alignment. Come and get the ULTIMATE CORE next week with me!
CHRISTMAS and NEW YEAR Dates for your DIARY…
** Tuesday 20th December, 12pm, FINALE Nature Reserve NW of 2011, with Gordon…
** Saturday 24th December, 8.30am, Christmas Eve Fitness NW with Neal, Buckden Millennium Centre
** Sunday 1st January, 10am, New Years Day Nordic Walk with Neal – Grafham Water Sailing Club
** Monday 2nd January, 12.30pm BLAST AWAY THE FESTIVE BULGE Nordic Walk, with Ali & G, Southoe VH
** Tuesday 3rd January, 12pm, Kilts and Kingfishers Nature Reserve Nordic Walk, with Gordon, Paxton Pits Nature Reserve
** Thursday 5th January, 9.45am *NEW* Fitness/Health Nordic Walking with Gordon, Buckden Millennium Centre
** February 2012 – Date TBC – HERE COME THE GIRLS Nordic Walking Weekender & More – NOT TO BE MISSED, North Norfolk (Feb 2012 dates coming soon…)
GET into Nordic Walking…
Some great Nordic Walks planned for YOU this month so GET UP and GET OUT with the poles this Winter… With the darker nights looming it is even MORE important to get your daylight, fresh air fix. Not only will it keep SAD (Seasonal Affective Disorder) at bay but will stave off coughs, colds and the flu as exercising outdoors is the BEST way to BOOST the immune system. So stride out in our ever-changing countryside and enjoy the amazing health and fitness benefits walking with poles and being outdoors brings each and everyone one of us regarding your age, shape, size or fitness levels – it really is for EVERYONE…. Click http://www.fithaven.co.uk/nordicwalking/news/ for the latest Nordic Walking NEWS!
LEARN How to Nordic Walk with Mel in 2012…
FitHaven’s Learn How to Nordic Walking Course is specifically aimed at the complete beginner to the Nordic Walking technique, for those who walk/ramble/hike already and want to try something new, a refresher for those who have got out of the habit and want to get back into it again and for those who have never taken part in any form of outdoor exercise and want to give it a go. Regardless of your age, ability or fitness level this course will help give you a great foundation to this wonderful outdoor exercise experience and will give you MASSIVE health and fitness benefits along the way.
Visit: http://www.fithaven.co.uk/nordicwalking/induction/ for more information on theBeginners Nordic Walking courses…
Tuesday 10th & 17th January 2012, 1.45 – 2.45pm, Paxton Pits Nature Reserve, Little Paxton, with Mel. Price: £15 per person including pole hire and full Nordic Walking tuition/practice/walks.
YOUR NEW NORDIC COMMUNITY FITNESS INSTRUCTORS – Ali K and Gordon J…
So here are your NEW Community Nordic Walking Instructors who will be unleashed onto the regular FitHaven Nordic Walking timetable next year and will also be running a few sessions in the lead up to Christmas and over the New Year so keep an eye on the timetable. They both passed their course last Saturday at Nordic Walking UK HQ with flying colours and are now keen, eager and willing to take the plunge and get out there with you all with the poles and our fabulous countryside. I have full confidence in their ability to lead the Nordic Walking groups and support them 100% and I know they will both be a huge support to me and Nordic Walking as well as offer you even more opportunities to get out there with the poles every week in 2012. I will be adding their NW dates to the schedule soon but for now HUGE CONGRATULATIONS Ali and Gordon and here’s to a fabulous Nordic Walking year ahead… Clickhttp://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/ali-and-gordon-get-nordic-walking-uk-community-instructor-qualified-superb/ to see them both in action at Nordic Walking UK last Saturday.
Ali and Gordon will be running a few sessions over the Christmas and New Year period as follows:
** Monday 19th December, Fitness Nordic Walking, with Gordon, Southoe Village Hall
** Tuesday 20th December, 12pm, Nature Reserve NW, with Gordon, Paxton Pits Nature Reserve
** Monday 2nd January, 12.30pm BLAST AWAY THE FESTIVE BULGE Nordic Walk, with Ali K, Southoe Village Hall
** Tuesday 3rd January, 12pm, Kilts and Kingfishers Nature Reserve Nordic Walk, with Gordon, Paxton Pits Nature Reserve
** Thursday 5th January, 9.45am *NEW* Fitness/Health Nordic Walking with Gordon, Buckden Millennium Centre. A regular weekly session!
** February 2012 – Date TBC – HERE COME THE GIRLS Nordic Walking Weekender & More – NOT TO BE MISSED, North Norfolk (Feb 2012 dates coming soon…)
The FULL Weekly Nordic Walking Schedule can be found here.
The PT Studio…
SMALL GROUP PT STUDIO SESSIONS AVAILABLE ARE AS FOLLOWS:
The new block of Small Group Personal Training Sessions have started upto w/c Monday 12th December. Two NEW CLASSES Core Abs Blast Half Hour Session (just £5) & CardioBells - see below for times.
Small Group Sessions As Follows:
Monday
Monday Kettlebell Workshop – 6.15 – 7.15PM
Tuesday
Tuesday WoW Session @ 9.00 – 10.00AM
Tuesdays *New Session* CardioBells @ 6.15 – 7.15pm
Tuesdays Kettlebell Workshop @ 7.30 – 8.30PM
Wednesday
Wednesday WoW Session @ 9.00 – 10.00AM
Wednesday *New Session* CardioBells @ 6.15 – 7.15PM
Wednesdays Kettlebell Workshop @ 7.30 – 8.30PM
Thursday
Thursday Kettleboys Men Only Session @ 8.00 – 9.00AM
Thursday WoW Session @ 9.00 – 10.00AM
Thursday Kettlebell Workshop @ 6.00 – 7.00PM
Thursday *New Session* Core Abs Blast Half Hour @ 7 – 7.30PM
Thursdays Kettlebell Workshop @ 7.35 – 8.35PM
Friday
Friday WoW Session @ 9.00 – 10.00AM
Friday *New Session* Core Abs Blast Half Hour @ 10 – 10.30AM
Benefits to Small Group Personal Training:
FREE Body Analysis (Weight, BMI, Overall Body Fat Percentage, Visceral Fat Percentage & Skeletal Muscle Percentage), FREE Goal Checker & Food Diary, Analysis, FREE Low GI Healthy Eating Plan, TOTAL Flexibility (can’t make one class, then make it up at another!). See Neal in the studio or email to sign up. neal@fithaven.co.uk
The FitHaven Gallery…
The FUN and ACTIVE PLACE to BE!!! Pay the FitHaven Gallery a visit every day as we BLOG some of the actions throughout the day to give you an idea of what we do, who comes along, the sessions we take, and more importantly those who are putting in the extra effort without excuses and making their lives more active, fitter, toned, stronger, healthier, fun and alive. We really do work with some amazing people and without YOU we wouldn’t have FitHaven and you should be proud especially if you see yourself here… Of course if you do not wish to be on the gallery please just let us know and we will remove your photo immediately! But please remember those photos may be the reason you were encouraged to come along in the first place – REAL people doing REAL fitness for REAL results! Click http://www.fithaven.co.uk/gallery/ to view amazing FitHaveners who make fitness and feeling great so much FUN…!
Check out the latest Zumba Class Download – THRILLER ZUMBA – Thursday Night’s session http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rX7FBkTBDIk&list=LLZd7P__wZQpJ_LGt8yUw9xQ&feature=mh_lolz
YOUR Stories…
You can read STORIES about those who have made and continue to make MASSIVE changes to their lives, lost the weight/inches/body-fat, got fitter, more active, reduced blood pressure & cholesterol, improved backs, joints and injuries, got through personal challenges and goals, improved general health and well-being, written fantastic poems and MADE it HAPPEN for THEMSELVES… You are ALL WELCOME to join them!
- *Latest Story* Babs’ Nordic Walking & Zumba Story Here>>> http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/nordic-walking-and-zumba-fitness-testimonial-by-babs/
- *Latest Story* Lisa’s Couch to 5K Story Here>>> http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/lisa-sparks-couch-to-5k-testimonial/
- Zumba Fitness for the NOT so FIT or ABLE by Helen Packer > http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/zumba-fitness-for-the-not-so-fit-or-able-by-helen-packer/
LATEST Articles…
- *NEW* Nordic Walk It Away in 2012 by Mel… http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/nordic-walk-it-away-in-2012-by-mel/
- Zumba GOLD by Mel… http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/zumba-gold-funky-rhythms-easy-dance-moves-and-a-better-body-for-all-ages/
- Dance Yourself Fit and Fabulous for the Party Season… http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/dance-yourself-fit-and-fabulous-for-the-party-season-by-mel/
- Couch to 5K Running Tips by Mel and Marisa… http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/fithaven-couch-to-5k-running-tips/
- Benefits of Weight Training by Neal… http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/want-to-lose-weight-lift-weights-to-develop-lean-muscle-burn-4x-more-calories/
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FitHaven FIT.NEWS, Sunday 11th December, Issue 48
Published Sunday, December 11, 2011 | 
WELCOME to your weekly edition of Fit.News and my final FULL week of Classes and Nordic Walking this side of 2012 so I sincerely hope you can make it to a session or two this coming week!!! I am fully aware how busy everyone is around this time of year and fitting in your usual weekly session can be put on the back burner but I guarantee that if you just squeeze a little one in it will instantly help you feel so much better, give you a bit of ‘time-off’ the festive franticness, help you to de-stress and focus and obviously give you the essential exercise that we all need regardless of the time of year Fitness, Good Health and Active Living is not just for January it is for EVERY month, week and even day of the year so I look forward to seeing you there!
As it is the FINAL week for me and things are winding down a little bit PLEASE take the time to see if your session is running or not (see below) as some of them have stopped now until the New Year and in the New Year there will be LOTS of brand new sessions to look forward to as well as the regular favourites too – something for everyone, for every age and ability to make you fit, healthy, glowing, toned, strong, supple, injury free and FABULOUS!!!
SEE YOU IN CLASS OR OUT NORDIC WALKING THIS WEEK…
Mel x x x
Fitness Classes 2011…
JOIN MY FITHAVEN & ZUMBA FITNESS FACEBOOK GROUP… This the most up-to-date, on-the-button and inspirational way to find out what is going with classes during the week and month ahead – ALL of my classes are running so get ready to get really fit this week…
FITNESS CLASSES with MEL This Week
Monday 12th December to Tuesday 20th December…
Monday 12th December
10am, Keep Fit/Fitness Pilates, Mandeville Hall, Kimbolton
12.30pm, CHRISTMAS Nordic Walking, Brampton, Frosts Garden Centre
6.20pm, Fitness Pilates for ALL, Buckden Millennium Centre
7.20pm, Mel’s Buckden BootCamp, Buckden Millennium Centre
Tuesday 13th December
9.45am, Fitness Pilates, Buckden Millennium Centre
12pm, CHRISTMAS Nature Reserve Nordic Walking, Paxton Pits Nature Reserve
4.30pm, *NEW* Zumba GOLD – NOT RUNNING TODAY BACK IN 2012
6.30pm, Running Fitness Club with Marisa, Frosts Garden Centre, Brampton
Wednesday 14th December
9.45am, Zumba Toning, Buckden Millennium Centre
6.30pm, Zumba Toning, Buckden Millennium Centre
Thursday 15th December
9.45am, Beginners Fitness Pilates, Buckden Millennium Centre
6.30pm, ULTIMATE Core/Abs Fitness Pilates, Buckden Millennium Centre
7.25pm, ZUMBA FITNESS , Buckden Millennium Centre
Monday 19th December
12.30pm, Fitness Nordic Walking, Southoe Village Hall
Tuesday 20th December
12pm, Nature Reserve Nordic Walking, Paxton Pits Nature Reserve
Wednesday 21st December to Sunday 1st January – CHRISTMAS & NEW YEAR BREAK!
Featured Classes with Mel this Month…
ZUMBA GOLD >>>
Even more Zumba fun and fabulous fitness to look forward to the active older and ready for action FitHavener. This is also perfect for Beginners to Zumba Fitness as well as those starting on their journey to a fit and healthy lifestyle. It has the same Zumba-Party elements including the zesty Latin music, the salsa, merengue, cumbia and reggaeton as well as the exhilarating, easy-to-follow Zumba moves and the invigoration party-like atmosphere and it will be a friendly, fun and new edition to the timetable that you will really enjoy! 4.30pm, Tuesdays, Buckden Millennium Centre. *NEW* Zumba GOLD by Mel… http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/zumba-gold-funky-rhythms-easy-dance-moves-and-a-better-body-for-all-ages/
ULTIMATE Core/Abs Fitness Pilates for MEN and WOMEN >>>
This weekly session runs at 6.30pm on a Thursday Night and it REALLY is a life and body changing session like no other. I use Fitness and Traditional Pilates to tone, strengthen and fat burn the core muscles and back as we move through dynamic exercises to upbeat fun music in a sequence (don’t worry no co-ordination is required) and I am now getting a healthy influx of FELLAS to this class bringing ALOT of fun as we workout on our mats. ULITIMATE CORE will reveal a flatter and more toned tummy too (but only if you come) as the moves work to lengthen, strengthen and tone the muscles allowing you to become stronger and firmer with building bulk. It also teaches you to focus the mind as you exercise the body, gradually improving your coordination, body awareness, flexibility and all over alignment. Come and get the ULTIMATE CORE next week with me!
FITHAVEN RUNNING CLUB >>>
Marisa continues to run this the Running/Jogging session EVERY Tuesday up to and including 13th December, starting 6.30pm from Frosts Garden Centre in Brampton with a PUB-STOP afterwards this week. This is a progressive session and suitable for those who have been jogging or running already.…Read more here >>> http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/couch-to-5k-update-by-marisa/… Read and by inspired to put your trainers on by Couch to 5K Lisa Sparks >>> http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/lisa-sparks-couch-to-5k-testimonial/
Go Outdoors Product Reviews >>>
North Face Resolve Womens Jacket – click >>> http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/mel-product-reviews-for-go-outdoors/ to read my blog review then either visit their fabulous website or pop down to Bedford and buy yourself one. Watch out for a few more of these I hope…
CHRISTMAS and NEW YEAR Dates for your DIARY…
** Monday 12th December, 12.30pm, Christmassy Portholme Meadow Nordic Walk and Christmas Lunch at Frosts, with Mel
** Tuesday 13th December, 12pm, Christmassy Nature Reserve Nordic Walk and Mince pies with Mel
** Saturday 17th December, 8.30am, Christmas Nordic and Christmas Brunch at The George in Spaldwick, with Neal
** Tuesday 20th December, 12pm, FINALE Nature Reserve NW of 2011, with Gordon…
** Saturday 24th December, 8.30am, Christmas Eve Fitness NW with Neal, Buckden Millennium Centre
** Sunday 1st January, New Years Day Nordic Walk with Neal – Venue TBC
** Monday 2nd January, 12.30pm BLAST AWAY THE FESTIVE BULGE Nordic Walk, with Ali K, Venue TBC
** Tuesday 3rd January, 12pm, Kilts and Kingfishers Nature Reserve Nordic Walk, with Gordon, Paxton Pits Nature Reserve
** Thursday 5th January, 9.45am *NEW* Fitness/Health Nordic Walking with Gordon, Buckden Millennium Centre
** February 2012 – Date TBC – HERE COME THE GIRLS Nordic Walking Weekender & More – NOT TO BE MISSED, North Norfolk (Feb 2012 dates coming soon…)
The PT Studio…
SMALL GROUP PT STUDIO SESSIONS AVAILABLE ARE AS FOLLOWS:
The new block of Small Group Personal Training Sessions have started upto w/c Monday 12th December. Two NEW CLASSES Core Abs Blast Half Hour Session (just £5) & CardioBells - see below for times.
Small Group Sessions As Follows:
Monday
Monday Kettlebell Workshop – 6.15 – 7.15PM
Tuesday
Tuesday WoW Session @ 9.00 – 10.00AM
Tuesdays *New Session* CardioBells @ 6.15 – 7.15pm
Tuesdays Kettlebell Workshop @ 7.30 – 8.30PM
Wednesday
Wednesday WoW Session @ 9.00 – 10.00AM
Wednesday *New Session* CardioBells @ 6.15 – 7.15PM
Wednesdays Kettlebell Workshop @ 7.30 – 8.30PM
Thursday
Thursday Kettleboys Men Only Session @ 8.00 – 9.00AM
Thursday WoW Session @ 9.00 – 10.00AM
Thursday Kettlebell Workshop @ 6.00 – 7.00PM
Thursday *New Session* Core Abs Blast Half Hour @ 7 – 7.30PM
Thursdays Kettlebell Workshop @ 7.35 – 8.35PM
Friday
Friday WoW Session @ 9.00 – 10.00AM
Friday *New Session* Core Abs Blast Half Hour @ 10 – 10.30AM
Benefits to Small Group Personal Training:
FREE Body Analysis (Weight, BMI, Overall Body Fat Percentage, Visceral Fat Percentage & Skeletal Muscle Percentage), FREE Goal Checker & Food Diary, Analysis, FREE Low GI Healthy Eating Plan, TOTAL Flexibility (can’t make one class, then make it up at another!). See Neal in the studio or email to sign up. neal@fithaven.co.uk
GET into Nordic Walking…
Some great Nordic Walks planned for YOU this month so GET UP and GET OUT with the poles this Winter… With the darker nights looming it is even MORE important to get your daylight, fresh air fix. Not only will it keep SAD (Seasonal Affective Disorder) at bay but will stave off coughs, colds and the flu as exercising outdoors is the BEST way to BOOST the immune system. So stride out in our ever-changing countryside and enjoy the amazing health and fitness benefits walking with poles and being outdoors brings each and everyone one of us regarding your age, shape, size or fitness levels – it really is for EVERYONE….
Mel’s Nordic Walking this week…
Monday 12h December, 12.30pm, Frosts, Brampton with Christmas lunch afterwards
Tuesday 13th December , 12pm, Nature Reserve Little Paxton with mince pies & hot drinks afterwards
Neal’s Nordic Walking this week…
Wednesday 14th December, 11am, Kimbolton Mandeville Hall
Friday 16th December, 11am, Frosts Garden Centre, Brampton
Saturday 17th December, 8.30am, The George, Spaldwick with Christmas brunch afterwards
YOUR NEW NORDIC COMMUNITY FITNESS INSTRUCTORS – Ali K and Gordon J…
So here are your NEW Community Nordic Walking Instructors who will be unleashed onto the regular FitHaven Nordic Walking timetable next year and will also be running a few sessions in the lead up to Christmas and over the New Year so keep an eye on the timetable. They both passed their course last Saturday at Nordic Walking UK HQ with flying colours and are now keen, eager and willing to take the plunge and get out there with you all with the poles and our fabulous countryside. I have full confidence in their ability to lead the Nordic Walking groups and support them 100% and I know they will both be a huge support to me and Nordic Walking as well as offer you even more opportunities to get out there with the poles every week in 2012. I will be adding their NW dates to the schedule soon but for now HUGE CONGRATULATIONS Ali and Gordon and here’s to a fabulous Nordic Walking year ahead… Clickhttp://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/ali-and-gordon-get-nordic-walking-uk-community-instructor-qualified-superb/ to see them both in action at Nordic Walking UK last Saturday.
Ali and Gordon will be running a few sessions over the Christmas and New Year period as follows:
** Monday 19th December, Fitness Nordic Walking, with Gordon, Southoe Village Hall
** Tuesday 20th December, 12pm, Nature Reserve NW, with Gordon, Paxton Pits Nature Reserve
** Monday 2nd January, 12.30pm BLAST AWAY THE FESTIVE BULGE Nordic Walk, with Ali K, Southoe Village Hall
** Tuesday 3rd January, 12pm, Kilts and Kingfishers Nature Reserve Nordic Walk, with Gordon, Paxton Pits Nature Reserve
** Thursday 5th January, 9.45am *NEW* Fitness/Health Nordic Walking with Gordon, Buckden Millennium Centre. A regular weekly session!
** February 2012 – Date TBC – HERE COME THE GIRLS Nordic Walking Weekender & More – NOT TO BE MISSED, North Norfolk (Feb 2012 dates coming soon…)
The FULL Weekly Nordic Walking Schedule can be found here.
The FitHaven Gallery…
The FUN and ACTIVE PLACE to BE!!! Pay the FitHaven Gallery a visit every day as we BLOG some of the actions throughout the day to give you an idea of what we do, who comes along, the sessions we take, and more importantly those who are putting in the extra effort without excuses and making their lives more active, fitter, toned, stronger, healthier, fun and alive. We really do work with some amazing people and without YOU we wouldn’t have FitHaven and you should be proud especially if you see yourself here… Of course if you do not wish to be on the gallery please just let us know and we will remove your photo immediately! But please remember those photos may be the reason you were encouraged to come along in the first place – REAL people doing REAL fitness for REAL results! Click http://www.fithaven.co.uk/gallery/ to view amazing FitHaveners who make fitness and feeling great so much FUN…!
Check out the latest Zumba Class Download – THRILLER ZUMBA – Thursday Night’s session http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rX7FBkTBDIk&list=LLZd7P__wZQpJ_LGt8yUw9xQ&feature=mh_lolz
YOUR Stories…
You can read STORIES about those who have made and continue to make MASSIVE changes to their lives, lost the weight/inches/body-fat, got fitter, more active, reduced blood pressure & cholesterol, improved backs, joints and injuries, got through personal challenges and goals, improved general health and well-being, written fantastic poems and MADE it HAPPEN for THEMSELVES… You are ALL WELCOME to join them!
- *Latest Story* Babs’ Nordic Walking & Zumba Story Here>>> http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/nordic-walking-and-zumba-fitness-testimonial-by-babs/
- *Latest Story* Lisa’s Couch to 5K Story Here>>> http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/lisa-sparks-couch-to-5k-testimonial/
- Zumba Fitness for the NOT so FIT or ABLE by Helen Packer > http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/zumba-fitness-for-the-not-so-fit-or-able-by-helen-packer/
LATEST Articles…
- *NEW* Zumba GOLD by Mel… http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/zumba-gold-funky-rhythms-easy-dance-moves-and-a-better-body-for-all-ages/
- *NEW* Dance Yourself Fit and Fabulous for the Party Season… http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/dance-yourself-fit-and-fabulous-for-the-party-season-by-mel/
- *NEW* Couch to 5K Running Tips by Mel and Marisa… http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/fithaven-couch-to-5k-running-tips/
- *NEW* Benefits of Weight Training by Neal… http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/want-to-lose-weight-lift-weights-to-develop-lean-muscle-burn-4x-more-calories/
MAY 2012 Timetable
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FitHaven FIT.NEWS, Sunday 4th December 2011, Issue 47
Published Sunday, December 4, 2011 | 
WELCOME to your weekly edition of Fit.News and a BRAND NEW MONTH! As we are all aware December is usually manic but I hope and certainly recommend you fit in your hour or two of fun and fabulous fitness and exercise to keep body, mind, muscles and sanity in check all ready for Christmas and New Year ahead. There is still plenty going on on the FitHaven Timetable over the next two weeks and I intend to make sessions as bright, bubbly and brilliant as I can so you end the year looking and feeling utterly fabulous.
This week is my BIG and BUBBLY CHRISTMAS ZUMBA FITNESS PARTY and I really hope you can get ‘dressed up’ in something sparkly, Christmassy and fun and join me on Thursday 8th December, 7.25pm, Buckden Millennium Centre for ONE BIG ZUMBA PARTY! There is NO NEED TO BOOK and usual class fee applies plus I will be laying on some Christmas Treats and maybe a glass of wine or juice – whatever takes your fancy! There will fabulous Zumba moves and music and the chance for you to Dance Yourself Fit and Toned out of 2011 and into 2012 the ONLY WAY – the ZUMBA WAY!!!
So, make this brand new week and new month one where you really do something for YOU and bound into 2012 feeling and looking fitter, healthier, toned, slim, strong, supple and injury-free body and lifestyle – now show me someone that doesn’t want that!!!
SEE YOU IN CLASS OR OUT NORDIC WALKING THIS WEEK…
Mel x x x
Fitness Classes 2011…
JOIN MY FITHAVEN & ZUMBA FITNESS FACEBOOK GROUP… This the most up-to-date, on-the-button and inspirational way to find out what is going with classes during the week and month ahead – ALL of my classes are running so get ready to get really fit this week…
FITNESS CLASSES with MEL This Week – Mon 5th to Thurs 8th December…
Monday 5th December
10am, Keep Fit/Fitness Pilates, Mandeville Hall, Kimbolton
12.30pm, Nordic Walking, Perry (The Wheatsheaf Pub)
6.20pm, Fitness Pilates for ALL, Buckden Millennium Centre
7.20pm, Mel’s Buckden BootCamp, Buckden Millennium Centre
Tuesday 6th December
9.45am, Fitness Pilates, Buckden Millennium Centre
12pm, Nature Reserve Nordic Walking, Paxton Pits Nature Reserve
4.30pm, *NEW* Zumba GOLD, Buckden Millennium Centre
6.30pm, Running Fitness Club with Marisa, Frosts Garden Centre, Brampton
Wednesday 7th December
9.45am, Zumba Toning, Buckden Millennium Centre
6.30pm, Zumba Toning, Buckden Millennium Centre
Thursday 8th December
9.45am, Beginners Fitness Pilates, Buckden Millennium Centre
6.30pm, ULTIMATE Core/Abs Fitness Pilates, Buckden Millennium Centre
7.25pm, The BIG CHRISTMAS ZUMBA FITNESS PARTY, Buckden Millennium Centre
Featured Classes with Mel this Month…
ZUMBA GOLD >>>
Even more Zumba fun and fabulous fitness to look forward to the active older and ready for action FitHavener. This is also perfect for Beginners to Zumba Fitness as well as those starting on their journey to a fit and healthy lifestyle. It has the same Zumba-Party elements including the zesty Latin music, the salsa, merengue, cumbia and reggaeton as well as the exhilarating, easy-to-follow Zumba moves and the invigoration party-like atmosphere and it will be a friendly, fun and new edition to the timetable that you will really enjoy! 4.30pm, Tuesdays, Buckden Millennium Centre. *NEW* Zumba GOLD by Mel… http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/zumba-gold-funky-rhythms-easy-dance-moves-and-a-better-body-for-all-ages/
ULTIMATE Core/Abs Fitness Pilates for MEN and WOMEN >>>
This weekly session runs at 6.30pm on a Thursday Night and it REALLY is a life and body changing session like no other. I use Fitness and Traditional Pilates to tone, strengthen and fat burn the core muscles and back as we move through dynamic exercises to upbeat fun music in a sequence (don’t worry no co-ordination is required) and I am now getting a healthy influx of FELLAS to this class bringing ALOT of fun as we workout on our mats. ULITIMATE CORE will reveal a flatter and more toned tummy too (but only if you come) as the moves work to lengthen, strengthen and tone the muscles allowing you to become stronger and firmer with building bulk. It also teaches you to focus the mind as you exercise the body, gradually improving your coordination, body awareness, flexibility and all over alignment. Come and get the ULTIMATE CORE next week with me!
FITHAVEN RUNNING CLUB >>>
Marisa continues to run this the Running/Jogging session EVERY Tuesday up to and including 13th December, starting 6.30pm from Frosts Garden Centre in Brampton. This is a progressive session and suitable for those who have been jogging or running already.…Read more here >>> http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/couch-to-5k-update-by-marisa/… Read and by inspired to put your trainers on by Couch to 5K Lisa Sparks >>> http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/lisa-sparks-couch-to-5k-testimonial/
Go Outdoors Product Reviews >>>
North Face Resolve Womens Jacket – click >>> http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/mel-product-reviews-for-go-outdoors/ to read my blog review then either visit their fabulous website or pop down to Bedford and buy yourself one. Watch out for a few more of these I hope…
CHRISTMAS and NEW YEAR Dates for your DIARY…
** Thursday 8th December –7.25pm, The BIG CHRISTMAS ZUMBA FITNESS PARTY – A Zumba Party like no other you have been to this year!!!!
** Monday 12th December, 12.30pm, Christmassy Portholme Meadow Nordic Walk and Christmas Lunch at Frosts, with Mel
** Tuesday 13th December, 12pm, Christmassy Nature Reserve Nordic Walk and Mince pies with Mel
** Saturday 17th December, 8.30am, Christmas Nordic and Christmas Brunch at The George in Spaldwick, with Neal
** Tuesday 20th December, 12pm, FINALE Nature Reserve NW of 2011, with Gordon…
** Saturday 24th December, 8.30am, Christmas Eve Fitness NW with Neal, Buckden Millennium Centre
** Sunday 1st January, New Years Day Nordic Walk with Neal – Venue TBC
** Monday 2nd January, 12.30pm BLAST AWAY THE FESTIVE BULGE Nordic Walk, with Ali K, Venue TBC
** Tuesday 3rd January, 12pm, Kilts and Kingfishers Nature Reserve Nordic Walk, with Gordon, Paxton Pits Nature Reserve
** Thursday 5th January, 9.45am *NEW* Fitness/Health Nordic Walking with Gordon, Buckden Millennium Centre
** February 2012 – Date TBC – HERE COME THE GIRLS Nordic Walking Weekender & More – NOT TO BE MISSED, North Norfolk (Feb 2012 dates coming soon…)
The PT Studio…
SMALL GROUP PT STUDIO SESSIONS AVAILABLE ARE AS FOLLOWS:
The new block of Small Group Personal Training Sessions have started upto w/c Monday 12th December. Two NEW CLASSES Core Abs Blast Half Hour Session (just £5) & CardioBells - see below for times.
Small Group Sessions As Follows:
Monday
Monday Kettlebell Workshop – 6.15 – 7.15PM
Tuesday
Tuesday WoW Session @ 9.00 – 10.00AM
Tuesdays *New Session* CardioBells @ 6.15 – 7.15pm
Tuesdays Kettlebell Workshop @ 7.30 – 8.30PM
Wednesday
Wednesday WoW Session @ 9.00 – 10.00AM
Wednesday *New Session* CardioBells @ 6.15 – 7.15PM
Wednesdays Kettlebell Workshop @ 7.30 – 8.30PM
Thursday
Thursday Kettleboys Men Only Session @ 8.00 – 9.00AM
Thursday WoW Session @ 9.00 – 10.00AM
Thursday Kettlebell Workshop @ 6.00 – 7.00PM
Thursday *New Session* Core Abs Blast Half Hour @ 7 – 7.30PM
Thursdays Kettlebell Workshop @ 7.35 – 8.35PM
Friday
Friday WoW Session @ 9.00 – 10.00AM
Friday *New Session* Core Abs Blast Half Hour @ 10 – 10.30AM
Benefits to Small Group Personal Training:
FREE Body Analysis (Weight, BMI, Overall Body Fat Percentage, Visceral Fat Percentage & Skeletal Muscle Percentage), FREE Goal Checker & Food Diary, Analysis, FREE Low GI Healthy Eating Plan, TOTAL Flexibility (can’t make one class, then make it up at another!). See Neal in the studio or email to sign up. neal@fithaven.co.uk
GET into Nordic Walking…
Some great Nordic Walks planned for YOU this month so GET UP and GET OUT with the poles this Autumn/Winter… With the darker nights looming it is even MORE important to get your daylight, fresh air fix. Not only will it keep SAD (Seasonal Affective Disorder) at bay but will stave off coughs, colds and the flu as exercising outdoors is the BEST way to BOOST the immune system. So stride out in our ever-changing countryside and enjoy the amazing health and fitness benefits walking with poles and being outdoors brings each and everyone one of us regarding your age, shape, size or fitness levels – it really is for EVERYONE….
Mel’s Nordic Walking this week…
Monday 5th December, 12.30pm, Perry – The Wheatsheaf Pub
Tuesday 6th December , 12pm, Nature Reserve Little Paxton
Neal’s Nordic Walking this week…
Wednesday 7th December, 11am, Kimbolton Mandeville Hall
Friday 9th December, 11am, Frosts Garden Centre, Brampton
Saturday 10th December, 8.30am, *NEW* Keysoe Village Hall, Keysoe
YOUR NEW NORDIC COMMUNITY FITNESS INSTRUCTORS – Ali K and Gordon J…
So here are your NEW Community Nordic Walking Instructors who will be unleashed onto the regular FitHaven Nordic Walking timetable next year and will also be running a few sessions in the lead up to Christmas and over the New Year so keep an eye on the timetable. They both passed their course last Saturday at Nordic Walking UK HQ with flying colours and are now keen, eager and willing to take the plunge and get out there with you all with the poles and our fabulous countryside. I have full confidence in their ability to lead the Nordic Walking groups and support them 100% and I know they will both be a huge support to me and Nordic Walking as well as offer you even more opportunities to get out there with the poles every week in 2012. I will be adding their NW dates to the schedule soon but for now HUGE CONGRATULATIONS Ali and Gordon and here’s to a fabulous Nordic Walking year ahead… Clickhttp://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/ali-and-gordon-get-nordic-walking-uk-community-instructor-qualified-superb/ to see them both in action at Nordic Walking UK last Saturday.
Ali and Gordon will be running a few sessions over the Christmas and New Year period as follows:
** Tuesday 20th December, 12pm, FINALE Nature Reserve NW of 2011, with Gordon J, Paxton Pits Nature Reserve
** Monday 2nd January, 12.30pm BLAST AWAY THE FESTIVE BULGE Nordic Walk, with Ali K, Southoe Village Hall
** Tuesday 3rd January, 12pm, Kilts and Kingfishers Nature Reserve Nordic Walk, with Gordon J, Paxton Pits Nature Reserve
** Thursday 5th January, 9.45am *NEW* Fitness/Health Nordic Walking with Gordon J, Buckden Millennium Centre. A regular weekly session!
** February 2012 – Date TBC – HERE COME THE GIRLS Nordic Walking Weekender & More – NOT TO BE MISSED, North Norfolk (Feb 2012 dates coming soon…)
The FULL Weekly Nordic Walking Schedule can be found here.
The FitHaven Gallery…
The FUN and ACTIVE PLACE to BE!!! Pay the FitHaven Gallery a visit every day as we BLOG some of the actions throughout the day to give you an idea of what we do, who comes along, the sessions we take, and more importantly those who are putting in the extra effort without excuses and making their lives more active, fitter, toned, stronger, healthier, fun and alive. We really do work with some amazing people and without YOU we wouldn’t have FitHaven and you should be proud especially if you see yourself here… Of course if you do not wish to be on the gallery please just let us know and we will remove your photo immediately! But please remember those photos may be the reason you were encouraged to come along in the first place – REAL people doing REAL fitness for REAL results! Click http://www.fithaven.co.uk/gallery/ to view amazing FitHaveners who make fitness and feeling great so much FUN…!
Check out the latest Zumba Class Download – THRILLER ZUMBA – Thursday Night’s session http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rX7FBkTBDIk&list=LLZd7P__wZQpJ_LGt8yUw9xQ&feature=mh_lolz
YOUR Stories…
You can read STORIES about those who have made and continue to make MASSIVE changes to their lives, lost the weight/inches/body-fat, got fitter, more active, reduced blood pressure & cholesterol, improved backs, joints and injuries, got through personal challenges and goals, improved general health and well-being, written fantastic poems and MADE it HAPPEN for THEMSELVES… You are ALL WELCOME to join them!
- *Latest Story* Babs’ Nordic Walking & Zumba Story Here>>> http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/nordic-walking-and-zumba-fitness-testimonial-by-babs/
- *Latest Story* Lisa’s Couch to 5K Story Here>>> http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/lisa-sparks-couch-to-5k-testimonial/
- Zumba Fitness for the NOT so FIT or ABLE by Helen Packer > http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/zumba-fitness-for-the-not-so-fit-or-able-by-helen-packer/
LATEST Articles…
- *NEW* Zumba GOLD by Mel… http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/zumba-gold-funky-rhythms-easy-dance-moves-and-a-better-body-for-all-ages/
- *NEW* Dance Yourself Fit and Fabulous for the Party Season… http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/dance-yourself-fit-and-fabulous-for-the-party-season-by-mel/
- *NEW* Couch to 5K Running Tips by Mel and Marisa… http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/fithaven-couch-to-5k-running-tips/
- *NEW* Benefits of Weight Training by Neal… http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/want-to-lose-weight-lift-weights-to-develop-lean-muscle-burn-4x-more-calories/
MAY 2012 Timetable
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FitHaven FIT.NEWS, Sunday 27th November, Issue 46
Published Sunday, November 27, 2011 | 
WELCOME to your weekly edition of Fit.News and a BRAND NEW MONTH just on the horizon… So what will it have in store for you this year? December can be a busy, frantic, festive-laden month with very little time to fit in exercise or time for yourself. However, I hope I can help you stay on track by bringing bright, bubbly and brilliant fitness sessions to make you look and feel fabulous by the year end.
This week I am really excited to bring you my ultra special and utterly unique CANDLE-LATES class on Monday 28th November, 7pm, Buckden Millennium Centre. I am taking BOOKINGS for this class as I need to keep a register so email mel@fithaven.co.uk if you want to come along although it is almost SOLD OUT so get in quick. I have been running this special session now for six years and it is a big feature and firm favourite for many every year. Come and join me for a totally relaxing, mind, muscle and body experience. Take your entire body on a movement journey, stretch, tone and relax and let your body drift off to another place whilst listening to mystical music under twinkly winter-wonderland candle-light and stars. This is the PERFECT way to start a new month, new season and new you ahead! BOOK NOW and JOIN ME ON MONDAY NIGHT! mel@fithaven.co.uk
I also have my *NEW* Zumba GOLD class running too, Tuesday afternoons, 4.30 to 5.30pm from Buckden Millennium Centre. I had a really great first session last Tuesday and a really superb turnout too – those who had never Zumba’d before, those with a few injuries, those who want an easier Zumba class and those who have done Zumba before and just LOVE IT!!! This class is running on . This class takes the Zumba formula and modifies the moves and pacing to suit the needs of the active older participant, as well as those just starting their journey to a fit and healthy lifestyle or for those wanting an extra Zumba session in their week. What stays the same are all the elements the Zumba Fitness-Party is known for: the zesty Latin music, and the invigorating, party-like atmosphere. I believe that this session however really is for EVERYONE despite your age and it will give you the camaraderie, excitement and fitness you need as a regular part of your weekly schedule. Zumba GOLD is the perfect fit. It’s a dance-fitness class that feels friendly, and most of all, fun – Mel’s way! Read my latest article on Zumba GOLD by Mel… http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/zumba-gold-funky-rhythms-easy-dance-moves-and-a-better-body-for-all-ages/
So, make this brand new week and new month ahead one where you really do something for YOU and leap into the final month of 2011 feeling fitter, healthier, toned, slim, strong, supple and injury-free body and lifestyle – now show me someone that doesn’t want that!
SEE YOU THERE THIS WEEK… Mel x x x
Fitness Classes 2011…
JOIN MY FITHAVEN & ZUMBA FITNESS FACEBOOK GROUP… This the most up-to-date, on-the-button and inspirational way to find out what is going with classes during the week and month ahead – ALL of my classes are running so get ready to get really fit this week…
FITNESS CLASSES with MEL This Week – Mon 28th Nov to Thurs 1st Dec…
Monday 28th November
10am, Keep Fit/Fitness Pilates, Mandeville Hall Kimbolton
12.30pm, Nordic Walking, Ellington Thorpe (Chadders House)
7.00pm, *SPECIAL* CANDLE-LATES, Buckden Millennium Centre
7.20pm, NO BOOTCAMP TONIGHT!
Tuesday 29th November
9.45am, Fitness Pilates, Buckden Millennium Centre
12pm, Nature Reserve Nordic Walking, Paxton Pits Nature Reserve
4.30pm, *NEW* Zumba GOLD Starts 22nd November… Buckden Millennium Centre
6.30pm, Running Fitness Club with Marisa, Frosts Garden Centre, Brampton
Wednesday 30th November
9.45am, *NEW* Zumba Toning, Buckden Millennium Centre
6.30pm, *NEW* Zumba Toning, Buckden Millennium Centre
Thursday 1st December
9.45am, Beginners Fitness Pilates, Buckden Millennium Centre
6.30pm, ULTIMATE Core/Abs Fitness Pilates, Buckden Millennium Centre
7.25pm, Zumba Fitness, Buckden Millennium Centre
Featured Classes with Mel this Month…
*NEW* Zumba GOLD >>> Even more Zumba fun and fabulous fitness to look forward to the active older and ready for action FitHavener. This is also perfect for Beginners to Zumba Fitness as well as those starting on their journey to a fit and healthy lifestyle. It has the same Zumba-Party elements including the zesty Latin music, the salsa, merengue, cumbia and reggaeton as well as the exhilarating, easy-to-follow Zumba moves and the invigoration party-like atmosphere and it will be a friendly, fun and new edition to the timetable that you will really enjoy! 4.30pm, Tuesdays, Buckden Millennium Centre. *NEW* Zumba GOLD by Mel… http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/zumba-gold-funky-rhythms-easy-dance-moves-and-a-better-body-for-all-ages/
*NEW* FITHAVEN RUNNING CLUB >>> Marisa continues to run this NEW session which will be running EVERY Tuesday up to and including 13th December, starting 6.30pm from Buckden Millennium Centre this week – next week from Frosts, Brampton. The plan is to move this session around every 2/3 weeks or so and will be at local venue’s that are street-lit and safe. This is a progressive course and suitable for those who have been jogging or running already.… Click HERE To read all about Lisa Sparks who WON last terms improver prize and made massive a progression to her personal fitness and goals… This COULD and SHOULD be YOU >>> http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/couch-to-5k-update-by-marisa/… Read and by inspired to put your trainers on by Lisa Sparks >>> http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/lisa-sparks-couch-to-5k-testimonial/
ULTIMATE Core/Abs Fitness Pilates >>> for MEN and WOMEN. This weekly session runs at 6.30pm on a Thursday Night and it REALLY is a life and body changing session like no other. I use Fitness and Traditional Pilates to tone, strengthen and fat burn the core muscles and back as we move through dynamic exercises to upbeat fun music in a sequence (don’t worry no co-ordination is required) and I am now getting a healthy influx of FELLAS to this class bringing ALOT of fun as we workout on our mats. ULITIMATE CORE will reveal a flatter and more toned tummy too (but only if you come) as the moves work to lengthen, strengthen and tone the muscles allowing you to become stronger and firmer with building bulk. It also teaches you to focus the mind as you exercise the body, gradually improving your coordination, body awareness, flexibility and all over alignment. Come and get the ULTIMATE CORE next week with me!
Go Outdoors Product Reviews >>> North Face Resolve Womens Jacket – click >>> http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/mel-product-reviews-for-go-outdoors/ to read my blog review then either visit their fabulous website or pop down to Bedford and buy yourself one. Watch out for a few more of these I hope…
CLASS Dates for your DIARY…
** Monday 28th November – 7pm, Candle-lates – The most relaxing and unique class experience you can do!!! Email mel@fithaven.co.uk to book NOW!
** Thursday 9th December –7.30pm, Christmas Bubbles with Bubbles Zumba – The BIG END OF YEAR Zumba special that is going to ROCK!!!
** Tuesday 13th December, 12pm, Christmassy Nature Reserve Nordic Walk and Festive Food afterwards, with Mel
** Saturday 17th December, 8.30am, Christmas Nordic and Christmas Brunch at The George in Spaldwick, with Neal
** Monday 19th December, 12.30pm, Christmassy Portholme Meadow Nordic Walk and Christmas Lunch at Frosts, with Mel
** Tuesday 20th December, 12pm, FINALE Nature Reserve NW of 2011, with Gordon…
** Saturday 24th December, 8.30am, Christmas Eve Fitness NW with Neal, Buckden Millennium Centre
** Sunday 1st January, New Years Day Nordic Walk with Neal – Venue TBC
** Monday 2nd January, 12.30pm BLAST AWAY THE FESTIVE BULGE Nordic Walk, with Ali K, Venue TBC
** Tuesday 3rd January, 12pm, Kilts and Kingfishers Nature Reserve Nordic Walk, with Gordon, Paxton Pits Nature Reserve
** February 2012 – Date TBC – HERE COME THE GIRLS Nordic Walking Weekender & More – NOT TO MISS, North Norfolk (Feb 2012 dates coming soon…)
The PT Studio…
SMALL GROUP PT STUDIO SESSIONS AVAILABLE ARE AS FOLLOWS:
The new block of Small Group Personal Training Sessions have started upto w/c Monday 12th December. Two NEW CLASSES Core Abs Blast Half Hour Session (just £5) & CardioBells - see below for times.
Small Group Sessions As Follows:
Monday
Monday Kettlebell Workshop – 6.15 – 7.15PM
Tuesday
Tuesday WoW Session @ 9.00 – 10.00AM
Tuesdays *New Session* CardioBells @ 6.15 – 7.15pm
Tuesdays Kettlebell Workshop @ 7.30 – 8.30PM
Wednesday
Wednesday WoW Session @ 9.00 – 10.00AM
Wednesday *New Session* CardioBells @ 6.15 – 7.15PM
Wednesdays Kettlebell Workshop @ 7.30 – 8.30PM
Thursday
Thursday Kettleboys Men Only Session @ 8.00 – 9.00AM
Thursday WoW Session @ 9.00 – 10.00AM
Thursday Kettlebell Workshop @ 6.00 – 7.00PM
Thursday *New Session* Core Abs Blast Half Hour @ 7 – 7.30PM
Thursdays Kettlebell Workshop @ 7.35 – 8.35PM
Friday
Friday WoW Session @ 9.00 – 10.00AM
Friday *New Session* Core Abs Blast Half Hour @ 10 – 10.30AM
Benefits to Small Group Personal Training:
FREE Body Analysis (Weight, BMI, Overall Body Fat Percentage, Visceral Fat Percentage & Skeletal Muscle Percentage), FREE Goal Checker & Food Diary, Analysis, FREE Low GI Healthy Eating Plan, TOTAL Flexibility (can’t make one class, then make it up at another!). See Neal in the studio or email to sign up. neal@fithaven.co.uk
GET into Nordic Walking…
Some great Nordic Walks planned for YOU this month so GET UP and GET OUT with the poles this Autumn/Winter… With the darker nights looming it is even MORE important to get your daylight, fresh air fix. Not only will it keep SAD (Seasonal Affective Disorder) at bay but will stave off coughs, colds and the flu as exercising outdoors is the BEST way to BOOST the immune system. So stride out in our ever-changing countryside and enjoy the amazing health and fitness benefits walking with poles and being outdoors brings each and everyone one of us regarding your age, shape, size or fitness levels – it really is for EVERYONE….
Mel’s Nordic Walking this week…
Monday 28th November, 12.30pm, Ellington Thorpe (Chadders House)
Tuesday 29th November, 12pm, Nature Reserve Little Paxton
Neal’s Nordic Walking this week…
Wednesday 30th November, 11am, Kimbolton Mandeville Hall
Friday 2nd December, 11am, Frosts Garden Centre, Brampton
Saturday 3rd December, 8.30am, *NEW* Keysoe Village Hall, Keysoe
Sunday 4th December, 10am, *SPECIAL* NW round Grafham Water
The FULL Weekly Nordic Walking Schedule can be found here.
The FitHaven Gallery…
The FUN and ACTIVE PLACE to BE!!! Pay the FitHaven Gallery a visit every day as we BLOG some of the actions throughout the day to give you an idea of what we do, who comes along, the sessions we take, and more importantly those who are putting in the extra effort without excuses and making their lives more active, fitter, toned, stronger, healthier, fun and alive. We really do work with some amazing people and without YOU we wouldn’t have FitHaven and you should be proud especially if you see yourself here… Of course if you do not wish to be on the gallery please just let us know and we will remove your photo immediately! But please remember those photos may be the reason you were encouraged to come along in the first place – REAL people doing REAL fitness for REAL results! Click http://www.fithaven.co.uk/gallery/ to view amazing FitHaveners who make fitness and feeling great so much FUN…!
Check out the latest Zumba Class Download – THRILLER ZUMBA – Thursday Night’s session http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rX7FBkTBDIk&list=LLZd7P__wZQpJ_LGt8yUw9xQ&feature=mh_lolz M x
YOUR Stories…
You can read STORIES about those who have made and continue to make MASSIVE changes to their lives, lost the weight/inches/body-fat, got fitter, more active, reduced blood pressure & cholesterol, improved backs, joints and injuries, got through personal challenges and goals, improved general health and well-being, written fantastic poems and MADE it HAPPEN for THEMSELVES… You are ALL WELCOME to join them!
- *Latest Story* Babs’ Nordic Walking & Zumba Story Here>>> http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/nordic-walking-and-zumba-fitness-testimonial-by-babs/
- *Latest Story* Lisa’s Couch to 5K Story Here>>> http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/lisa-sparks-couch-to-5k-testimonial/
- Zumba Fitness for the NOT so FIT or ABLE by Helen Packer > http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/zumba-fitness-for-the-not-so-fit-or-able-by-helen-packer/
LATEST Articles…
- *NEW* Zumba GOLD by Mel… http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/zumba-gold-funky-rhythms-easy-dance-moves-and-a-better-body-for-all-ages/
- *NEW* Dance Yourself Fit and Fabulous for the Party Season… http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/dance-yourself-fit-and-fabulous-for-the-party-season-by-mel/
- *NEW* Couch to 5K Running Tips by Mel and Marisa… http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/fithaven-couch-to-5k-running-tips/
- *NEW* Benefits of Weight Training by Neal… http://www.fithaven.co.uk/2011/want-to-lose-weight-lift-weights-to-develop-lean-muscle-burn-4x-more-calories/
MAY 2012 Timetable
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