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Wellbeing
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Muddy reviews: Spa Illuminata, Danesfield House spa
Who couldn't do with a spot of pampering in these dog days of January? We checked in and chilled out at Danesfield House's Spa Illuminata. And relaaax.
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Ready for some quiet time?
Lord knows we all love Oxford, but do you sometimes need a break from the hustle and bustle of the crazy city centre? Instant wellness incoming, with these secret spots of serenity.
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Working (out) from home: 5 on-demand exercise classes
Tear your eyes away from Netflix and get moving with these streaming fitness classes. No excuses now!
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This girl can!
Juggling motherhood, jiggly bits and the barriers to exercising, This Girl Can is back with its brand new campaign and we LOVE it!
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Three bonkers wellbeing trends for 2020
Will you be, um, honouring your vagina this year?
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Five of the best mocktails
Still on the wagon for Dry January? Get our chops around these local mocktails - all the thrill of a cocktail, none of the hangover.
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5 West Country wellbeing stays
Looking for a Devon, Cornwall or Somerset escape? Check out these corker properties from Perfect Stays, all with on-site extras you'll love, from yoga and wine tasting to massage.
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13 places to eat yourself slim
No need to put a lock on the fridge and banish all fun for January - we've scoured Bucks & Oxon for the best 'skinny' places to pig out in peace.
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Witness the fitness
New year, new fitness routine? We're with you! Here's the Muddy edit of stylish sportswear that'll have you in tip-top form in no time.
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Book in! The best local races for 2020
Looking to get fit for 2020? Start with my curated guide to the best local triathlons, runs and fun events, and I'll see you at the finish line.
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J’adore/ J’abhor
Feeling it for 2020's New Year's Resolutions or think they're a total waste of time? Muddy ed-in-chief Hero and HQ staffer Nancy duke it out.
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‘Superspa’ breaks for 2020
I'll tell you what I want, what I really really want... a massage, mani and Jacuzzi please, and make it snappy. I'll put on the fluffy white robe and assume the position.
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How to have an eco-friendly Christmas
'Tis the season to banish waste, tat, excessive plastic and all things unrecyclable and laden down with air miles. Here's how to have a more sustainable Christmas this year. Does anyone know where you can buy halos?
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#InLoveWithLocal
We're all for shopping at local indies at Muddy and we know you are too - step away from Amazon and read on for how together we can turn this impulse into a bonafide movement. Get involved!
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How Helen Glover does it
Champion rower, mother, partner to Steve Backshall and all round marvel - Muddy meets Helen Glover to talk fitness, family and breaking her Olympic gold medal (oops).
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How to be happy in 2019
New Year, new chance to give yourself a great big shot of positive energy with one of these 28 inspirational ideas.
