Health & Fitness

8 brilliant local bike rides (and a tribute)

My village recently lost two much-loved members of its cycling community. In tribute, here are 3 of their favourite rides - plus 5 others right across Bucks and Oxon.
Fitness challenge!

There's nothing like a race looming to motivate you to go for a walk, run, swim or cycle on these chilly autumn mornings. So grab your Lycra and sign up for one of these sporty challenges pronto!
You cannot be serious!

Ever wished you had your own tennis umpire to hand to judge the disputed line calls? Muddy tries out PlaySight at Stoke Park and enjoys a 'pro' moment.
Nail your fitness

Fallen off your fitness regime? Yeah, me too (grrrr) . Never mind, let's get back on the horse with these 6 super-smart ways to train from PT and triathlete Steve Carvey.
Deep tissue issue? Say hi to David Lucas

David Lucas, owner of this mini canine, has kneeded and elbowed my shell of a body into working order with his deep tissue sports massage.
Head-to-toe health check

Do you have the nerve? From cholestrol to diabetes checks, heart to liver function tests, I've been there, done that and got the 'Your Doctor' badge.
Move over Bieber! Muddy tries cupping

Move over Bieber! Cupping isn't just for LaLa Land celebs - it's on the menu in Oxfordshire too. I've been there, done that and got the circles to prove it.
The Bagnall Centre

Wellness is firmly on the health agenda these days, and happily one of the best clinics happens to be in Chesham.
On my soapbox

I'm on my soapbox (hang on while I do a couple of sets of tricep dips will you?). I'm sick of competitive clean eating, £600 designer running pants and the unhealthy industry that's propping up our modern concept of 'wellness'. Stretch, limber, RANT!
Muddy tries: Clinic on the Green

If I were to start a competition to find the cutest, quirkiest alternative therapy centre in rural England, I think the Clinic on the Green would have a good stab at winning it.