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Are you properly managing your stress container?

Stress responses are as old as the human race - but even without the threat of actually being eaten, we still sometimes struggle with...

Maybe it’s time to try something completely different?

You might find something you’ll love. I did, says Mel Mitchell, who was dubious about enjoying an ‘aerial hoop’ fitness class. As you may remember...

Five (easy) ways to kick-start your healthy eating

When winter drags and you crave comfort food, it’s many of us turn to convenience carbs. But healthier options are simple, says Karen Geary. Swap...

Restored Eating Disorders: Change is possible

An eating problem is any relationship with food that you find difficult. Anyone can experience eating problems and adopt extreme behaviours as a result,...

Your six point guide to achieve New Year fitness goals

We all say this every New Year’s eve. ‘I will get fit and I will lose weight,’ but has it worked yet? Mel Mitchell...

Be realistic about the ‘new you’

‘I’m done with making impossible new year resolutions that I know I can’t keep – but I’ve got a plan that works for me...

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Hayley Foy – Female Farrier

Hayley Foy is a 36 year old female farrier from West Dorset. Having completed a four and half year apprenticeship with well known Abbotsbury...

Dorset has real farm-to-(school)plate potential

Free school meals made from local Dorset produce could provide healthier options, reduce food miles and support farmers, suggests Andrew Livingston In an age when...