Was being sung out loud and proud this morning, to Lili the rescue Pup who is one year old today. She has had a birthday weigh-in and apart from that everything is as usual – cuddles, ‘walkies’ and rough and tumble play with her adopted bro and sis. You are probably thinking, ’Why are you telling me this? (and are you a nutta’ HCW), well, as always, there is a purpose.
The world is full of rubbish news; it’s easy to forget to look for reasons to be cheerful (thank you, Ian Dury) even the smallest of things are worth a little acknowledgement to lift our mood, and that of the people around us plus the person being celebrated. Good cheer and positivity is like a virus and is caught easily so look for opportunities to be infected by it and to infect others!
Other proven mood lifters are getting out in the sunshine (there is some out there as I type this CBCU for you), going for a walk or run, putting on some uplifting music and dancing (you don’t need to be good, just relax and enjoy), doing some exercise. Avoid being alone for too long, alcohol, dreary and depressing TV (and people) sitting for too long and being inactive physically. Train yourself to look on the bright side and deal with problems/concerns as they arise and get help a.s.a.p. rather than being stuck. Eating well, drinking plenty of water and sleeping well are all positive actions to take for being mentally and physically healthy.
I have lots of good news for you so read on…. woo hoooo!
Christmas is coming and you know how we love to share celebrations with you.
So here are some dates for your Diary
Christmas Party Workout 7.30pm, 13th December, the theme is 80’s Dance Movies.
So dig out your leg warmers, shoulder pads, and big hair products!
DYBO Christmas Dinner, 16th December 7.30pm, Zizi’s Farnham, they looked after us so well last year and we had such a wonderful time that we booked again for this year.
We will be taking bookings for both from next week.
Power Step, 6.30-7.15pm
We have two more Fridays for you to join us in this fantastic class, that really works if you want a firm butt and thighs, strong core and to burn calories whilst having fun as you do it. Message us to book your place (only £6.50 paid in advance)
Freestyle Fitness Yoga is coming in November
Book now to guarantee your place and that the course runs!
Independance Day 5th with Guest Presenter Roy Gayle
Book Early and Save £10
Book Here: https://dybo.co.uk/
I’m delighted to announce that Mr. ROY GAYLE is our guest presenter in February!
Roy is a star of stage and screen (including being the original member of the world famous ‘Hot Gossip’) and is a talented, charismatic and experienced presenter, who will assuredly thrill you with his unique choreography and stylish moves!
You will ENJOY 4 INCREDIBLE MASTER CLASSES:
Gayle Force Funk – Roy
Show Girl – Helen
Get On The Good Foot – Roy
Stretch n’ Release – Helen
With their wealth of experience and talent, Roy and Helen make a dynamic partnership and will take you on an amazing dance journey as you experience a range of dance styles! Both are renowned for their teaching skills, making this event suitable for everyone; instructors/dancers looking for lots of inspiration and participants that simply love to dance!
Book Early and Save £10. Only £28 when you book before 2 December 2016.
Book Here: https://dybo.co.uk/
PLACES ARE LIMITED for enjoyment and saftey
Location: All Hallows School, Weybourne Rd, Farnham, Surrey, GU9 9HF
Date: Sunday 5 Feb 2017
Time: 11-3pm
So come on and Dance Your Butt Off with Helen and Roy!
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Paleo Crumble
I absolutely love fruit crumble and as Apples and Blackberries are in season, we can enjoy them now and stay on our healthy eating plan.
So yes we can have out crumble and eat it!
Serves 6
Ingredients:
4 apples (about 750 g in total), peeled, cored and chopped into 2 cm pieces
85 g honey
1 tablespoon coconut oil
Finely grated zest of 1 orange
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
½ teaspoon vanilla powder or 1 vanilla pod, split and seeds scraped
320 g fresh or frozen black berries ( or any type of your choice)
Coconut yoghurt, as accompaniment, I use Co Yo, (vanilla is my favourite) which is non dairy and has no sugar either.
Crumble topping
100 g (1 cup) almond or hazelnut flour
65 g (1/2 cup) macadamia nuts, finely chopped
60 g (1/2 cup) pistachio nuts, finely chopped
40 g (1/2 cup) shredded coconut
4 tablespoons coconut oil, melted
85 g honey
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 pinch of sea salt
Method:
Preheat the oven to 160°C.
To make the filling, combine the apple, honey, coconut oil, orange zest, cinnamon, vanilla pod and seeds or powder and 3 tablespoons of water in a saucepan. Cover and cook over medium–low heat, stirring occasionally, until the apple softens, about 5 minutes. Add the berries, cover and cook for 3–4 minutes until the berries start to burst. Remove the vanilla pod (if using).
Meanwhile, to make the crumble topping, place all the ingredients in a bowl and mix well.
Spoon the filling evenly into a 1.5 litre baking dish. Sprinkle on the crumble topping to cover. Bake for 15–18 minutes until the crumble is golden brown, checking from 10 minutes onwards to make sure it doesn’t burn. Remove from the oven and allow to stand for 2–3 minutes before serving.
Serve with lashings of coconut yoghurt.
Oooooo Yummy!
Have a fab week
Love ya,
Helen x
