An expression of which I’m very fond is, ‘it takes a village to raise a child’ and in our modern world of families being spread across the country/continent/s, I regard this community focused responsibility as being even more important and should extend beyond child rearing. The ideal being a community where we all look out for each other, such as the parent who is trying to work and manage a family alone, an elderly person whose health is failing and has no relatives nearby, an individual who is far away from loved ones and feels isolated.
I was horrified to hear of people trying to get healthy and fit (whilst carrying some extra pounds/stones) being ridiculed, and people (who don’t know the system or routines) at classes experiencing the regulars rolling their eyes and tutting! It’s hard enough to pluck up the courage and motivation to pull on the sweat pants and step over the threshold of a gym without that sort of bullying behaviour. I have experienced it myself (not by the instructor, but from his participants!)
I rely on (and know I can count on) all my DYBO darlings being welcoming, encouraging and patient with all newbies who arrive at our classes.
One of our unique qualities as a community based dance and fitness provider is how we connect with, interact with and support each other as newbies and regulars. It’s something of which I’m very proud.
So keep up the good work my darlings ‘cos its takes a community to make a community!
Remember, throughout January we welcome newbies to DYBO classes to enjoy their first class with us for FREE. So tell your pals and family and send/bring them along.
There is no need for flash workout gear, wearable technology, special drinks or potions. Just some comfy clothes that you can move in (trainers for impact activities) a towel, water and a PMA!
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Brussels!
Love ’em or hate ’em, we all know they are good for us. Brussel sprouts or (as my granny called them) ‘fairy cabbages’, are packed with great nutrition* and are still easily (and cheaply) available in the shops. At Christmas I roasted half of them and the rest I chopped and sauteed with walnuts and bacon. The verdict was that they are more delicious roasted than bolied!
This is how I did it…
Melt some butter or coconut oil in a baking tray, roll the trimmed brussels in the oil and season with salt and pepper. Roast for about 40 mins at 180.
Serve ‘as is’ or throw some parmesan and pine nuts over them. Great as a side dish or in a salad too.
Brussel sprouts are an excellent source of vitamin C and vitamin K. They are a very good source of folate, manganese, vitamin B6, dietary fibre, choline, copper, vitamin B1, potassium, phosphorus and omega-3 fatty acids.
Have a fabulous week my darlings
Love ya,
Helen x
