WELCOME
Hello from all at OWENSIS, and welcome to our summer newsletter. The clinic is continually busy and as a result Anna is now covering reception and treating clients on a more regular basis working along-side Kim and Nickie. Dawn our Holistic Therapist is also here to offer you a relaxing and pampering treatment.
KIM has now completed her teaching qualification. In conjunction with treating at the Owensis Clinic, she teaches Fitness and Sports Massage NVQ qualification locally. She is available at the clinic throughout the week whilst still managing to keep her self fit and active by swimming, lifesaving, cycling and running.
NICKIE is working in the clinic on 2 days per week and some Saturday mornings. She is thoroughly enjoying studying for her 2nd year of her degree in Sports Therapy & Rehabilitation. All the hard work will be worth it in the end! Her current availability keeps clients accommodated at busy times in the late afternoon/early evenings and weekends.
ANNA has settled in well and is now regularly covering reception and treating along-side Kim and Nickie with her Sports Massage. Anna continues to study for her Sports Therapy Diploma and although hard work she is enjoying it greatly.
ANITA is now working part-time at the clinic as an administrator and assisting on reception.
DAWN is our Holistic Therapist offering Massage, Aromatherapy and Reflexology. These therapies are great for reducing stress and anxiety, sleep problems, hormone imbalances, fertility issues, digestive disorders such as IBS and a whole lot more. Call her direct in complete confidence to discuss any issue that may be affecting you or a family member in order to choose the right treatment that may help you. She is offering energizing back, neck and shoulder massage during lunchtimes throughout the week with later appointments on Fridays and Saturday.
Please call her on 07950 170988 or e-mail dawn.davies@yahoo.com
SWIM THERAPY with KIM now available
- Private tuition + small groups, at a local pool
- Personal sessions to suit all clients
- Beginners – Learn to swim (adult & child)
- Children’s lessons
- Adult improvement
- Stroke technique
- Injury rehabilitation
- Pool Based Fitness
BEACH SAFETY
There are some simple rules you should abide by, for your own safety and the safety of others.
- Always look for the beach flags, and stay within the designated areas.
- Do not drink alcohol, smoke and swim.
- Do not enter the water after a heavy meal.
- Always wear sunscreen.
- Do not swim alone out to sea.
- If you get into difficulties, raise your hand. Do not panic. Or if you spot someone in difficulty, alert the lifeguards immediately.
SUMMER TRAINING
- Train early in the morning or evening out of the midday sun, or find a shady route.
- Wear lightweight clothes that are moisture wicking,
- Don’t wear a hat as most of your body heat is lost through the top of your head.
- Sun cream for long distances.
- Drink a minimum of 2 litres of water throughout the day.
- When running in heat, be aware of your body and signs of heat exhaustion. Symptoms include: fatigue, weakness, nausea, headaches, dizziness, muscle cramp and vomiting.
- Remember after exercise you have a 60 minute window were you need to refuel your body and muscle.
NUTRITION TIPS
Good nutrition is vital: Energy levels, performance during each workout or event, and your body's ability to recover is all affected by your diet! 6 small meals a day instead of 3 big ones will benefit your health and keep energy levels up. Find food to fit in with training that gives you quick energy bursts and that doesn't take long to digest e.g. bananas, bagels and watermelon. If training/competing for a few hours then slow release carbs like green veg, oats, beans and pulses eaten with protein are great.
Take advantage of seasonal fruit and vegetables: blue berries and cranberries are high in antioxidants and are great for improving CV and the immune system.
RACE DATES
- CHEDWORTH ROMAN TRAIL Chedworth Roman Hall Sunday 6th April 10.30 Start
- GLOUCESTER TRIATHLON Brockworth Sports Centre, Mill Lane Sunday 25th May from 8 am
- DO A DU Prince of Wales Stadium, Cheltenham Saturday 26th July 3 pm start
- GLOUCESTER HALF MARATHON Newent Sports Centre, Watery Lane. Sunday 27th July 10.30 start
HEALTHY SUGGESTIONS
- Make your own smoothes and shakes.
- Top up your cereal with fruit or add it to your yogurt for that extra energy boost and burst of flavour.
- Seeds and nuts are a great source of protein and are great to snack on.
- Pastas, bagels and whole grain bread with healthy fillings are great for midday or afternoon food.