Free spinal scan and consultation at Marbella Chiropractic

Chiropractor Dr Tim Errington is currently offering a free spinal scan and consultation at his clinic in Guadalmina. This can detect areas of asymmetry indicating an imbalance in the nervous system.
If you suffer from headaches, back or neck pain, scoliosis, sciatica, carpel tunnel syndrome, dizziness and fibromyalgia or other health issues, or simply want a spinal check up, then book an appointment to get yourself checked.

Telephone 952 880 398 to reserve your free appointment

Breast Cancer Awareness evening at Marbella High Care

October was Breast Cancer Awareness month and to highlight this Marbella High Care held a cocktail party and presentation evening in their tranquil hospital grounds.
During the evening guests were given a number of short presentations from members of the MHC team. Dra’s Escobar and Ramos spoke about the importance of early detection of breast lumps and the correct way to self examine. Whilst resident dietitian, Nicola Drabble, explained the importance of correct diet in reducing the risk of cancer. The evening was a great success and it’s good to see companies doing their part to raise awareness of these important issues. The main message was that breast cancer is a curable disease that, if caught early, can be treated successfully. The importance of self examination cannot be overstated, while maintaining a healthy BMI and diet are valuable tools in the prevention of breast cancer.

For more information on Marbella High Care contact Jane Naughton
952 908 269
jnaughton@marbellahighcare.com
http://www.marbellahighcare.com/

Personal Power Workshops in Marbella

Marbella NLP Practitioner and Life Coach Nicole Findlay will be holding a number of workshops on the Costa del Sol, focusing on your ability to transform your life using personal power.
The workshops will be interactive, fun and informal and give valuable insight into personal growth and development. Nicole believes that in times of uncertainty and change it is important to believe in your own personal power. “Everyone has the ability of living a life beyond their wildest dreams. My workshops are designed for people who are ready for change.”

You Discover:
How to step up your life
Take massive action
Start to live the life you deserve

Nicole has seen massive change in 12 months of her life. After suffering poor health from her job she decided to make a change. Her new approach led to an immediate improvement in her health. From there her journey of discovery led to a balanced life and improvements in all areas including wealth, relationships and contribution.
The one hour workshops are limited, so to avoid disappointment register online now. They will take place in the Marbella area during November.

http://www.nicolefindlay.co.uk/ to register now or call 678 859 861

Helicopteros Medical Assistance

When sickness or ill health strikes, you don’t want to be waiting around. Helicopteros Sanitarios provide medical assistance 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Their doctor and emergency team will attend you at home, school, beach, or road accident, with their intensive care ambulances. The English and Spanish speaking medical team attend any situation, from a common illness to a medical emergency, covering from Sotogrande to Torremolinos. The cover has no call out charges, no age limit and rates start from as little as 0.96€ per day for a couple. Having been established on the Costa del Sol for 20 years, members can be sure of a great service.

For more information contact Gary Neville – 655 218 437

TRX your workout to another level with Energia Fitness

In the May issue of InsideOut health magazine we featured news of the latest fitness craze hitting America, the TRX Suspension Training System. Always keen to keep up with the latest fitness trends, Howard Standring, head trainer of Energia Fitness on the Costa del Sol, is now using this fantastic piece of equipment with his clients in Marbella and along the coast, and getting great results! Using your bodyweight, the TRX will work every muscle in your body, and even some you didn't know you had! Created for the US Navy Seals the TRX suspension trainer will give you a unique workout like no other. Sessions are circuit based bodyweight exercises giving a challenging, yet fun, metabolic conditioning workout, providing the perfect workout to melt fat, build functional strength and give superior core fitness.
Energia Fitness Tel: 615 950 854
info@energiafitness.eu

Finca Cortesin opens new spa

Finca Cortesin, a fantastic 5 star boutique hotel and golf course, is opening a new spa centre this month. Finca Cortesin is one of the most exciting projects on the Costa del So, located just a short drive up the road to Casares, it boasts a fantastic reputation as one of the top golf courses in Spain. From 2009, Finca Cortesin wil be the home of the Volvo Golf Masters, currently held at Valderrama. The new spa will feature a gym and fitness area, indoor swimming pool, and a wide range of health and beauty treatments from their qualified thearapists.

http://www.fincacortesin.com/

Drop a dress size in a week!

I spoke to a friend of mine today who's currently working on the launch of a new weight loss camp near Marbella in January 2009. Karl Wall is one of the head trainers for The Camp, a 'Drop a Dress Size' womens weight loss retreat based in Scotland. He is working with The Camp to run similar retreats on the Costa del Sol. The weeks will be run by a team of health professionals, including personal trainers, a nutritionist and their own chef. The format is that of a 'boot camp', with the focus being on high tempo activities throughout the day. The camps have proved very popular in Scotland, with virtually a 100% success rate in relation to guests dropping at least a dress size. There are a number of health retreats in the Marbella area, yet there is currently nothing quite like this. I'm sure it will prove popular with Costa del Sol residents and also clients from the UK wanting to lose weight inthe sunshine. For more details on The Camp visit http://www.thecamp.co.uk/ and for Karl's webste http://www.commandofitness.net/

Who to blame - Sanitas or Hospiten?

Amanda and I are expecting our first baby in December (the 9th to be exact!). We're both very excited and everything is going well - or it was until a few days ago! Don't panic, the baby's fine! We took out private insurance with Sanitas about year and a half ago, largely because we were trying for a baby and wanted to have insurance. We've been going to Hospiten in Estepona, as we know a few friends that have had their babies there and they seem happy with it. The appointments and scans have been good, you need to hang around a bit for you slot, but that's no issue. So, back to the story... on Sunday a friend of ours called us to tell us that Hospiten were no longer taking clients from Sanitas as of November 9th. Naturally we thought this couldn't be as simple and surely they'd let those pregnant women, who had been seeing the Dr's there, continue until the birth - so gradually phasing it out. But no! That's it! So now we (well Amanda!) is giving birth in about 7 weeks and we don't know which hospital we can go to. It sems incredible that this can happen and it's difficult to know whose fault this is, whether it's Hospiten's or Sanitas', I'm sure they'll blame each other! the options seem to be to go to USP in Marbella, or use the Costa del Sol Hospital. While I'm sure both are fine, it's crazy that at 7 months pregnant we should have to change all our plans and be left in the lurch like this.

Week three of the IOH Fit Club

Yesterday was the start of week 3 in our IOH Fit Club. Stan Blair, the head trainer, had been away on an Inspa Retreat for a week in Ibiza, but he returned in time for the session yesterday. We started, as with each Saturday morning, with some healthy smoothies (this weeks strawberry and banana being particuarly popular!), then Amanda gave a talk on healthy eating habits such as the importance of breakfast, eating small regular meals and healthy snacks. The Fit Club members asked questions relating to their own eating habits and there was a good response to the talk. We then took the group outside to the tennis / volleyball area where we met Stan for the exercise session. This involved a fun warm up, with a game of 'get the tennis ball from out of the other person's trousers'. You had to be there to see it! We then did a group circuit session, with about 8 work stations, to build and develop muscle. The Fit Club is proving a great success and already some members have asked when the next one will be starting! We have big plans for developing the IOH Fit Clubs along the coast, so keep checking back for progress!

Finding good gym equipment on the Costa del Sol

I've always found it difficult to find a place to buy good quality gym equipment in Marbella or other parts of the Costa del Sol. Decathlon in Malaga sells some basic weights and machines, but nothing too flash. Fortunately, El Corte Ingles in Puerto Banus has opened a floor dedicated to fitness equipment. They seem to have a good range of weights, benches, and many exercise machines such as rowers, bikes and running machines. recently I've been in contact with a large company from London, http://www.gymcompany.co.uk/. They are a high end gym equipment distributor, dealing with well known brands such as PowerPlate, LifeFitness and Waterrower. The good news for fitness enthusiasts on the Costa del Sol is that Gym Company will be launching here in the Marbella region very soon. They will initially sell through their website, but have plans to open a showroom somewhere along the coast in a few months. Keep checking back here for more information and also in InsideOut Health Magazine!

Circuit Training on San Pedro Beach

InsideOut Health Magazine is teaming up with personal trainer, and former gymnast, Audrey Spearing to set up regular circuit training sessions on the Costa del Sol. The circuits are open to people of all fitness levels and are designed to enable individuals to work at their own pace. The sessions will take place on Sunday mornings at 10am and commence at the beginning of November. Don't miss this fantastic opportunity to get fit!

For more information email info@iohmagazine.com or Tel 607 597 241

www.iohmagazine.com

Gyms in the Marbella area

There are lots of gyms in and around the Marbella area, many of which vary greatly in size and facilities. The biggest and most used gyms are Oxygeno in La Canada, Platinum Gym in Puerto Banus and O2 Wellness in Marbella centre. All are big gyms with all the standard equipment along with a wide range of exercise classes. During my time in Spain I have looked around many gyms, and I'm often asked the question 'Which is the best gym in Marbella?' My personal favourite is the Qi Sport Gym in the Vasari resort in Puerto Banus. It's smaller and has a slightly fiendlier feel than the big gyms on the coast. There is a big focus on exercise group classes and it is well equipped with weights and exercise machines. Johnny, the gym manager and head trainer, is incredibly helpful and very approachable for members. Everyone has their own needs when joining a gym, but if I had to recommend one, it's definately Qi Sport.

Gillian McKeith comes to Marbella (almost!)

Since we began the magazine a year ago the magazine has gone from strength to strength. The quality of contributors is now on par, if not above, many international magazines. We have been so lucky to have fitness guru Paul Chek writing for us in the past few issues and yesterday I decided to send a few emails to various respected people asking if they would join our team of contributors.... 'If you don't ask you don't get!!!' This morning I was pleasantly greeted with a couple of emails, (well lots of emails but not all as pleasant as others!) confirming that Gillian Mckeith and Nancy Clark will happily contribute articles. I'm sure you've all heard of Gillian McKeith, but not all of you will have heard of Nancy Clark. She is one of, if not the, leading sports nutrition experts and has written four books on the subject. So there's plenty to look forward to for readers of InsideOut Health Magazine. Residents of Marbella and the Costa del Sol will be spoilt with health and fitness advice!

Fit Club day one!

This morning we had the first session of the IOH Fit Club at El Campanario Golf & Country Club. It is the only expert run weight loss club in Marbella that combines exercise with nutritional advice. The members arrived at 10am bright eyed and full of energy (well they arrived!), and were greeted with a healthy smoothie, fit and some nuts. Once they were settled, Nicola Drabble, our wonderful dietitian, handed out a few information sheets with advice and guidelines on healthy eating. She then asked if people wanted to have their body fat and weight measured, and everyone did! After the nutritional talk, we all proceeded over to the tennis court and volleyball area where Stan took us all through a group exercise class. With a combination of fun games (with some very amusing forfeights for the losing teams) and circuits, everyone worked hard but within their own ability. Stan Blair is great at getting people to have fun and actually enjoy the exercise sessions, this was very clear with the amount of laughing and giggling throughout! Amanda, seven months pregnant, joined in the entire session, giving plenty of motivation to the others in the group, with many saying "If she can do it then so can I!" This is the first IOH Fit Club and the entire sesion went without a problem, we all meet again on Wednesday evening for another exercise class and I think everyone is already looking forward to it!

IOH Fit Club

This Saturday sees the launch of the IOH Fit Club in Marbella. The idea behind the club is to create the only weight loss and fitness club on the coast that's run by a team of health professionals. With a registered dietitian and an experienced personal trainer, members are guarenteed access to all the information and advice they need in order to lose a few pounds and improve their fitness. We're fortunate to be able to hold the Fit Club at the luxurious EL Campanario Golf and Country House, just outside San Pedro. It's a fantastic private venue and perfect for our needs. Last night we had the second Open Evening at El Campanario, this gave people the opportunity to meet the team and have a look around the venue. I think we've got a really good club organised and people certainly seem to like the idea, everyone that has come to the Open Evenings has committed to the club, which is great news. This Fit Club, starting on Saturday, is the first one, and the intention is to run several throughout the year and, depending on demand, to run them in various areas of the coast. We (the team) are all really looking forward to getting to know the members and working with them to achieve their goals. Having now met most of those who will be joining, I think we've got a great group, with a crazy one or two! (you know who you are!!!)
As the club develops over the 8 weeks I'll be reguarly posting updates about the progress and developments, so be sure to check back reguarly!

My first kick boxing session!

Last night I went for my first kick boxing session at Kudo Academy in Marbella. I've known Carl and Danny for a couple of months now since they got involved with the magazine. When I first met them they were still in the process of building the dojo and purpose built centre - I remember the first time I went to see them, the place was in the early stages, and the difference now if fantastic. They've done an amazing job. Friends of mine have been reguarly going to classes for a few weeks and they absolutely love it! For my session last night there were two of us in the class with both Danny and Carl teachinhg, which was fantastic as I got to do lots of one on one with Danny and learn all the correct techniques of the various kicks and punches. I knew there'd be a lot of technique to the class and this was certainly true, with Danny constantly instructing "keep your hands up", "relax", "chin down"! I really enjoyed the session and will definately be back, I think it's one of those activities that you can quickly get hooked on. I felt a definate adrenalin rush whenever I performed a good kick or punch (yes there were a few!) and I felt very competitive within myself, not wanting to show myself up in front of Carl and Danny! Lots of people come to the Costa del Sol and set up businesses with various levels of commitment, (not always the best!) and Carl has certainly put a lot into the centre and is rightly gaining the benfits from it. Whether you want to genuinely learn some martial arts skills or just to do a fun exercise class in Marbella, I highly recommend Kudo Academy... tell Carl I referred you and I'm sure he'll give you an extra special welcome!

http://www.kudoacademy.com/

http://www.martialartsinmarbella.blogspot.com/

Nueva Andalucia blog leads the way!

My Andalucia Health & Fitness blog is a new and growing site, which will continue to build a detailed bank of articles, but one site which is leading the way in Southern Spain is the Nueva Andalucia Blog. Run by a friend of ours, Jo, this blog has information on virtually every imaginable aspect of Nueva Andalucia and the surrounding area. Jo busily updates her blog almost daily with news stories and reveiws of happenings in the area. The blog has a fantastic personal feel with Jo using many of her own day to day experiences to inform others about the area. If you´re looking for information on anything from restaurants, shops, schools and things to do, then regular visits to her blog are well worth your while, and if you have any questions Jo is more than happy to help!


http://www.nuevaandalucia.blogspot.com/

Health insurance for health and fitness professionals

I'm happy to learn that Balens Insurance are bringing their expertise to Spain.
Balens, a UK based company, offers insurance for all types of health professionals.
All practitioners realise it’s imperative to be fully covered by the right insurance, and Balens’ specifically designed schemes are ideally suited for health professionals. Balens is one of the largest brokers, already servicing both complimentary therapists and health professionals in the UK and Ireland. They were established in 1950 and have over 20 years experience in the health field. As well as cover for individual therapists, Balens offers schemes for training schools, associations, clinics and health products liability. In the litigious world that we live in, you can’t afford NOT to check them out.

http://www.balens.co.uk/
Tel: +44 1684 893006
Email: info@balen.co.uk

New website for 'Sports Junkies'!

www.sportsjunkie.eu, a new European internet platform for everyone interested in Triathlon, Swimming, Running and Cycling, has now launched on the Costa Del Sol. Whether you are a recreational sports person or an elite athlete there will be a spring of knowledge available for you to draw from. The site provides the latest news and articles about endurance sports, personalised training programs, nutrition and advice, planning, upcoming events and field testing of sports kit. As well as all this there’s the opprtunity to share your sports experiences with others, by creating your own Sportsjunkie Weblog.
Their aim is to create a sports platform, for Marbella and beyond, that everyone can add to, that is growing and changing daily. They want your articles, experiences, stories, recommendations, tips and opinions regarding endurance sports from the European perspective.

If your goal in the New Year is to train for your first marathon, triathlon or duathlon, they will be with you, mile after mile, stroke by stroke, every day.

Find out about the ‘Sportsjunkies’, Anneloes, Stephan, Jaime, Peter and Mark by visiting http://www.sportsjunkies.eu/

Lose weight with LifeWave natural patches

SP6 is the latest breakthrough patch from LifeWave, the world leader in the emerging field of organically constructed molecular antennas. The SP6 patch technology gently stimulates acupuncture points and makes controlling hunger and sugar cravings easier than ever before. The patch utilizes the ancient principles of acupressure to gently stimulate points on the body that have been used to balance and control appetite for thousands of years. The result is a natural decrease in hunger and cravings, without any drugs or stimulants. The SP6 patch is clinically proven and natural, with no drugs or stimulants entering the body, the perfect product to give you a little extra help with that New Year weight loss plan.

Kathy Smyth
www.lifewave.com/kathysmyth
kathyvsmyth@yahoo.co.uk
Not kathysmyth@yahoo.co.uk as in the previous issue.
tel: 0034 647825835

Treatment for osteoporosis at Bodyworks

Osteoporosis (literally meaning porous bones) and also known as Brittle Bone Disease is a disorder of the skeleton. The National Osteoporosis Society states that mainly as a result of osteoporosis, 1 in 5 men over the age of 50 will break or fracture a bone against 1 in 2 women. Osteoporosis is regarded as a “silent illness” as many people do not know they have this condition until it is too late. If you do suffer from osteoporosis, bones become very brittle, fracture very easily and unfortunately, medication to help combat osteoporosis is harsh and the side effects can be unpleasant. Using a derivative of MRI scanner technology and by means of a world wide patented complex system of air-cored magnetic coils and radio frequencies, German scientists and researchers have now found it possible to transfer pulsed magnetic resonance energy into the bone cells (and cartilage cells), forcing these into re-growth, increasing and enhancing bone density. A number of scientific, double blind, placebo controlled and randomised tests, documented research and clinical trials have shown that this technology can naturally stimulate the bone osteoblast cells aiding in the re-growth of bone with improvements of up to 60% being shown. At last, a drug free and a surgical free alternative to osteopenia, osteoporosis, arthritis of the joints, to ligament or tendon problems and to spinal disc problems by treating the cause, not the outcome.
Bodyworks Physiotherapy Clinic in Estepona 952 883 151
http://www.osteoporosisspain.com/
http://www.growcartilage.com/
http://www.thebodyworksclinic.com/

Healthy skin and healthy joints!

Pure-Col has been building an enviable reputation in the UK for the past few years, now this fantastic product is widely available on the Costa del Sol. Michael Carter, Director of Pure-Col Spain, describes how he discovered the product,
“I have always been aware of the benefits of collagen and as I get older I have noticed after playing tennis and football, the aches and joint pain take longer to mend. The more I researched collagen, the more I found that there are many different grades and types, and that lots of collagen products on the market simply do not do what they are supposed to.” Pure -Col is the only collagen product with a unique process called Amino Lock, which means up to 90% of the collagen is ingested and made bio available to the body. Becky Lynne, Britain’s female athlete of the year 2006, actively promotes Pure-Col as it has made a huge difference to her maintaining peak fitness. Pure-Col is not only beneficial for our joints, the product also has the benefit of enhancing the skin, as collagen deficiency is the top cause of wrinkles and ageing skin. Pure-Col is available in many outlets on the coast, stockists include gymnasiums, physiotherapists, chiropractors and beauty salons.

To find a stockist near you, and for more information, call Michael Carter 679540038.

http://www.purecol-spain.com/

Health courses available leading to employment on the coast

Natura Class, formerly known as Mistiyan, is an international academy in Fuengirola for natural therapies. The academy offers national diploma courses with FENACO and international diplomas credited by I.T.E.C and ANM, both well respected awarding bodies in Complimentary Therapy and Bodywork. Their courses include sports and holistic massage, aromatherapy and reflexology. The academy was awarded best Andalucian school for massage in 2007, by the Spanish association of Naturopath FENACO.
Natura Class provide a fantastic and unique benefit for its students by offering employment on completion of its courses. Under the company name of Terapia del Sol, graduating students are offered work placements, either in a selection of hotels on the Costa del Sol, or with the established Steiner Cruise Ships. Working on the cruise ships allows a newly qualified therapist to star immediate employment, gain valuable hands on experience, see the world and gain a salary. Terapia del Sol operates in more then 30 hotels and spas from Estepona to Torremolinos, where therapists can develop their skills while in immediate employment.

http://www.naturaclass.es/
951 311 216

Power Plates

PowerPlate is the brand leader for Acceleration Training Technology, in the last couple of years the popularity of training with PowerPlate’s has soared. While new fitness products are launched every week, many fail to stick around, yet PowerPlate’s are here to stay! Training with a PowerPlate gives the body a high intensity workout by increasing the speed of contraction in the muscles. A muscle usually contracts once or twice a second, yet the vibrations from a PowerPlate cause a muscle to contract around 30-50 times a second. This greatly increases the intensity of the workout and means people can gain significant results from as little as three, fifteen minute sessions a week. Many celebrities including Kylie Minogue, Elle Macpherson and Sienna Miller have all credited their physiques to PowerPlate technology, and in the sporting world European Champions Manchester United use PowerPlates to get their players in top shape. The PGA golf tour has also appreciated the benefits of PowerPlate technology and players regularly train with them. This year has seen the launch of several dedicated PowerPlate centres on the Costa del Sol, each with their own different selling points. If you would like to learn more about PowerPlates or to experience training with them youreslf, then contact one of the centres below and book yourself a session.
POSH PowerPlate Studi0 - Bel Air - 952 885 195
Good Vibrations - Nueva Andalucia - 952 819 338

Reflexology during pregnancy and for conception

All mum's want to have the healthiest pregnancy possible and when accompanied by a healthy eating and lifestyle programme, Reflexology can help to maintain a perfect balance for you and your baby throughout this exciting time. Reflexology has been used for centuries as a way to help regulate all of our body's systems, from digestion and nervous systems, to complex hormonal production processes. Never is there a more important time to do this than when creating a new life.
During a pregnancy, all of these systems are put to work in very different ways and they have a huge task ahead of them, so it's imperative that we ensure they're functioning at an optimum, healthy level at all times.

Reflexology can help to relieve the symptoms of morning sickness, balance hormonal levels and help prevent mood swings, boost the immune system of both mum and baby, increase the delivery of nutrients to the baby and speed up the elimination of toxins and waste a well as aid sleep and relaxation for both mum and baby

And most importantly, the majority of mother's who have experienced Reflexology treatments during their pregnancy, also report easier, far less painful births!
As part of your Pregnancy Reflexology Course, you'll also learn invaluable tools to help you treat your own new baby. You'll learn essential techniques to help them develop a healthy digestive system and specific treatments to help de-stress your baby at any time, induce sleep and relaxation, and even help relieve the pain of teething.
Dad's can also receive treatments, or learn about baby treatments, and if you're a single mum, you can bring a family member or a friend.

Planning a Pregnancy? Or been trying for some time?

On the Costa del Sol there are many couples trying to ceceive, Reflexology is a treatment of choice for people who want to prepare their body's in the best possible way, prior to conceiving. Alternatively, if you've been unable to conceive and tests have shown no hormonal or structural defects with either partner,
Reflexology has also been accredited with helping overcome unseen fertility issues, even where IVF has failed.

Call now for more information and take advantage of an expert Reflexologist in Marbella.

Confidentiallity guaranteed

Tel: 607 596 836
thereflexologyclinic@tiscali.co.uk

English language Antenatal classes on the coast

Are you looking to prepare yourselves to give birth & become parents here in Spain? Would you like the experience to be the best one possible?

Having spent over 20 years working as a midwife in Dublin, London, Australia and the Middle East, Anne Halpenny uses her experience to provide Antenatal classes in English, on the Costa del Sol. Her local experience includes workng at St Bernard’s in Gibraltar and the Hospital Costa del Sol, since 1999. During the courses, 4 evening classes, you will hear about and be able to discuss honest, non-biased and factual informaton that will help you make decisions and achieve all you wish for.
Anne says: “The clases have been very successful, with people’s feedback including ‘informal, interactive and extremely informative’ and ‘helpful, essential and non-patronising’.

Continued support until the birth, is part of Anne’s service. Post-natal advice and home visits (as in the UK) can also be arranged after your baby has arrived.

To make enquiries please go to www.annehalpenny.awardspace.com
Email annehalpenny@ireland.com
Tel: 630 231 037

Website for mums in Spain gets it's new look!

MumsinSpain recently launched its new-look site! Visitors will be able to access a wide range of information, from birth experiences in Spanish hospitals, articles related to pregnancy and tips on raising a child in Spain. There’s a comprehensive A-Z Directory (from Obstetricians to Childcare) and perhaps most importantly, the opportunity to get advice from other mums living all over the country via their forum. This popular forum is where mums can continue to share experiences and recommendations, as well as make new friends in their area.

MumsinSpain is also a great supporter of Mums in Business, with a dedicated section containing helpful articles and inspirational success stories, as well as a network where "mumpreneurs" can register for free. "There are a great many mums in Spain who look to set up their own businesses. Spain offers much in the way of opportunity and we already have members who have met through the forum who have gone on to set up their own companies together" says Claire Ogier, founder of MumsinSpain. “Being a Mum is the most rewarding job I have ever had, but it is also extremely hard work, tiring and at times lonely. Many of us find ourselves far away from the support system we may have had if we were still living in our own country. I hope that MumsinSpain will, in some small way, help to fill that gap".

http://www.mumsinspain.com/

Champneys comes to the coast

I am delighted to hear that Champneys, the UK luxury spa company, are developing their Marbella based spa resort, and apartments and penthouses are currently for sale. The development is located behind Marbella, off the road to Ojen and Monda. The joy of this location is the stunning views of green hills, set in a conservation area, and so close to the Mediterranean. Yet the Motor way, Marbella and Puerto Banus are only 10 minutes away, out of sight and sound.
The planters and fountains next to the oversized baths, brightly lit internal patios, open fireplaces, and plunge pools on the penthouse terrace, are all features that make for true luxury. Although only two bed, the apartments are huge, over 200 m2. The price includes all furniture of very high quality, including plasma TV, and DVD player, right down to crockery, cutlery, bedding and linen. By offering apartment and penthouse owners the prospect of entering the Champneys letting pool, they aim to market Champneys breaks to Champneys customers, with Marbella being positioned as a fifth resort for the group.
The Spa has heated indoor and outdoor pools, twenty five therapy rooms, a manicure salon, sauna and turkish baths, a jacuzzi terrace, a fully equipped gym, an exercise studio and juice bar, cafe restaurant, relaxation areas, a Champneys shop, conservatory gardens, sun terraces, spectacular patios and water features, not forgetting a plaza with hanging gardens. What luxury!

http://www.champneysmarbella.com/

Kids fitness classes in Nueva Andalucia

We all realise the importance of keeping our children fit and healthy, so hearing that the new FITKIDZ Club is about to begin comes as welcome news to every parent. Audrey Spearing, a qualified personal trainer who’s been getting people on the coast fit for the past 6 years, is the driving force behind this new club. The highly motivated personal trainer will be running weekly classes for children at the Plaza Gym in Nueva Andalucia. The classes, starting on September 18th, are open to kids aged 4 to 13 years old and will be held on a Thursday afternoon from 4.30 to 5.30 pm. Audrey, who has a 4 year old son, wants to promote a healthy, safe and fun environment where the children will enjoy themselves as well as learn. Having gained experience working for the Irish Sports Association and now a qualified gymnastics coach, as well as a former All Ireland Gymnastic Champion, Audrey is highly qualified to teach and inspire children through activity.


Audrey Spearing 686 946 915.

audreyspearing1@hotmail.com

Reflexology courses in Marbella

Recently opened in Nueva Alcantara, San Pedro, the Marbella Beauty Academy offers a full range of health and beauty courses. The academy is the 1st and only one in Spain to offer recognised CIBTAC qualifications to students. Senior Lecturers of the college, Giselle Beck Davies and Jane Anne Davies, have over twenty-five years experience in the beauty industry, working in some of the UK’s most well known locations, including Champneys and Harrods. The academy’s courses have also been designed with the option allowing students to train whilst still continuing to work, with flexible training time tables and modular learning. Marbella Beauty Academy has recruited an experienced team of health and beauty lecturers, each with their own specialist areas. If you’ve ever wanted to become a Reflexologist then now’s the time, with the CIBTAC reflexology course beginning in September at the academy. For more details on reflexology or any of the other courses, including the full time beauty therapy qualification, NSI nail tech course, manicure and pedicure, waxing, facials, body massage, Indian head massage, stone therapy and more, contact Marbella Beauty Academy on details below.
http://www.marbellabeautyacademy.com/

Muay Thai Kickboxing in San Pedro

I was recently told about a new kickboxing cente that has opened recently in San Pedro. Today I went to see Kevin Hine, the founder. It's located in San Pedro Poligono, and Kevin has done a great job in making the place into a dedicated training centre. I don't know too much about kickboxing, but the place looks very impressive. In the centre Kevin has imported a professional ring and is in the process of importing a genuine MMA cage as well. MMA stands for Mixed Martial Arts so I learned today! Kevin lived in Thailand previously, where he learned his skills. His teacher in Thailand, an experienced naive Thai kickboxer is coming to work with Kevin very soon, as soon as the visa applications are confirmed! As well as training competitive kickboxers, the centre runs classes for children as well, combining the technical skills with the benefits of an intense cardio vascular workout.

http://www.kickboxingmuaythai.com/

InsideOut Health Magazine

The English speaking community on the Costa del Sol are fortunate to be supplied with numerous free magaiznes. The majority of them are what I would call 'social' magazines, featuring news and photos of the many events and parties that are held on the coast. There are also magazines dedicated to interior design, beauty and alternative living. Shortly after I moved to Spain I realised that despite there being numerous magazines, there was an absence of a health and fitness magazine. This promted myself and my girlfriend to launch InsideOut Health Magazine (http://www.iohmagazine.com/) ioh magazine (as it is known!) is a true health magazine, with articles on a wide range of health subjects, incuding fitness, nutrition, alternative health, medicine and sport. With contributors of the quality of Paul Chek and Antony Haynes, as well as many other well respected experts, ioh is full of top quality content. ioh is distributed every 2 months along the south coast of Spain, from Malaga to Sotogrande. (For a full distribution list just email me and I can send you one.) As a free magazine, ioh relies on advertising for it's revenue and as the only health magazine in the area, it provides a quality platform for health and fitness business to promote themselves.
For more details on InsideOut Health Magazine, visit http://www.iohmagazine.com/