Each month Shapers likes to shine some light on a condition that affects people with the aim of raising awareness and understanding. This time it is Alzheimer’s as World Alzheimer’s Month is an annual international event, always held in September. Run by the Alzheimer’s Disease International, (ADI). The event has been running since 2012, and […]
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Aug
Aug
A nutrient-rich diet has plenty to offer our physical health and evidence is building about the direct association between what people eat and how they feel. Low cost foods, low skill preparation and low fuel cooking can still offer a nutrient-rich diet that contributes to our overall health and wellbeing. The potential for food to […]
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Jul
Jul
It’s time for some more motivation! We are always happy to celebrate our member’s success stories and we know they can inspire us all in achieving our goals. Well done to Arsha from Shapers in Caterham who lost 8.5 inches from her waist line & a total 13.5inches all over in just 8 weeks!!! Our […]
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Jul
Jul
What a difference a few weeks can make! We feel like we are the winning team here at Shapers with our winning formula that produces more and more fantastic results! Isabella has lost 10 inches and 2lbs in just 8 weeks at our Gravesend branch! As well as lowering her body fat percentage and BMI. […]
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Jun
Jun
This month’s Shapers condition spotlight is on the menopause which is relevant to many of us. The menopause is finally getting the attention it deserves as a condition that most women go through. So how does this ‘dreaded change’ affect our weight and our ability to lose it and what can we do to help […]
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Jun
Jun
The best part of working at Shapers Fitness for Women is seeing the amazing results each and every day. A huge congratulations to Carol from Shapers Gravesend who lost 15 inches! Carol’s routine is unusual due to personal commitments which makes it even more impressive – she could only attend the gym once per week […]
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May
May
Back pain is more common than you might think. And once you’ve had it, it is very hard to irradicate it all together. However, you can lose the daily pain with supervised strengthening exercises and the Shapers circuit’s back supports are perfect to help. Gentle exercises that build up over time will allow the muscles […]
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Apr
Apr
Sleep is a health topic that fascinates me. Most of us know that sleep, or the lack of it, can have a massive effect on our health and well being in general. There are even studies that rank it as highly as nutrition and exercise. As women, changes in our sleep patterns happen regularly though […]
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Apr
Apr
Now that Spring has supposedly sprung (lets ignore the snow for a moment!) what benefits will it add to our health? Fruits & Veggies Are At Their Prime The bounty of fresh produce available in the spring has us drooling. While you can find many of your favourites year-round, now is the time to revel […]
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Mar
Mar
This weekend is Easter and whether you celebrate it traditionally or otherwise, there is usually some chocolate involved! So, this week’s Shapers Top Tips is all about the good and the bad of chocolate. That way we can all make informed choices over the next few days. For a change I am going to start […]
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