Fitness Tips

Hydration

Fitness tips with Leanne Spencer | www.bodyshotperformance.com

Let’s talk about hydration this month’ article. And I don’t need to tell you how important it is to stay hydrated. We all know about the importance of movement and nutrition for health and yet one aspect – anecdotally speaking - that is still very often neglected is hydration. So, it is probably not unfair to say that most of us are not always at optimum hydration. Every system within the body needs water to function properly, from digestion to our energy levels. It is common for us to be a little dehydrated, but how can we tell? Of course, the colour of your pee will give you an idea. When we are dehydrated, our blood pressure drops, causing poor circulation and reduced blood flow to the brain. This means that your heart must work extra-hard to distribute oxygen and nutrients throughout the body, making you feel tired and sluggish.

3 Top Tips for Maintaining Hydration

Luckily, this is an easy fix. The remedy? A simple glass of water! But what can we do to get more water into our day? Here are my three top tips on how to stay hydrated: First, water. Every morning, while I wait for my coffee to brew, I have a glass of water with a little bit of creatine powder in it for some extra energy. Naturally, your body will be dehydrated after seven to eight hours of sleep. Therefore, longer you leave it before your first glass of water, the longer it will take for your body to recover. Studies show that drinking water after waking up helps to cleanse the stomach of toxins and balance the lymphatic system, improving immune health. Little and often. Using a smaller glass of water encourages movement. Why? Because you have to get up and get moving in order to get more water. This is a great way to get in those movement snacks as you take a trip to the kitchen for a re-fill. People often mistake thirst for hunger, which can cause them to eat more than they need. Consistent water intake throughout the day will also help you to consume the right amount of food. Keep it coming. If you don’t have a reusable bottle for when you are on the go, it is time to treat yourself. Carrying around a flask or bottle will ensure you are never without water and have sufficient energy for optimum performance. Often, when we are busy, we tend to ignore or miss the signals from our bodies telling us that we are thirsty.

Not Only Skin Deep

Being hydrated does not just affect your physical health and appearance. Simply drinking more water can have a huge impact on our quality of life as it boosts our energy and helps us to perform at a higher level. You may find that using alerts on your phone as a reminder helps you to drink as much water as possible to stay motivated throughout the day.

Thursdays 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30 June: Small Business Huddle

10am-11am on Zoom. Join our weekly warm and supportive online networking gathering. We meet to share our offerings, meet other business owners, connect on a regular basis, find collaborations and cheerlead each other. First Huddle free then only £5/month and includes a free Facebook Group. smallbusinesshuddle.co.uk.

Thursday 2 June – Saturday 4 June: Jubilee Flower Festival

A Jubilee Flower Festival at Christ’s Chapel of God’s Gift at Dulwich. Admission Free. Thursday 2 June: Jubilee Celebration Service at 2pm. The festival is open until 5pm. Friday 3 June 11am – 4pm. Saturday 4 June 11am – 4pm. Organ Performances & short, guided tours at 12 noon & 3pm. Christ’s Chapel of God’s Gift at Dulwich, 14 Gallery Road, London, SE21 7AD.

Friday 3 June: Live Band Karaoke

7pm -11:30pm Belt out classics from Dolly Parton to Metallica, live on stage, backed by a sensational 5-piece band, in front of an electric crowd at Peckham Rye’s historic Ivy House. Pick from around 300 tunes. Lyrics are provided on screen, and our compere will be on stage with you to provide additional support and / or add those critical backing vocals. Doors + signups from 7pm; £6 (adv) / £8 (door, subject to availability). Ivy House, 40 Stuart Road, London SE15 3BE.

https://live-band-karaoke.designmynight.com/

Saturdays 4, 11, 18 & 25 June: Parkruns in Dulwich Park and Peckham Rye Park

9am-10am. Free, weekly timed 5k run, jog or walk. Every Saturday at 9am promptly starting from Queen Mary’s Gate (Dulwich Park) and Colyton Road Entrance (Peckham Rye Park). Register once and bring your printed barcode (can be used at any parkrun across the world). First-timers briefing at 08.50.

www.parkrun.org.uk/dulwich/ www.parkrun.org.uk/peckhamrye/

Saturday 4 June: Brockley Max - 'Oscillations Live'

7:30pm - 11:30pm - An evening of live indie electronic music and synthpop featuring: Rodney Cromwell - Catford’s only exponent of indie pound-shop electronic music, constructing a twisted soundtrack for the post-truth world. www.happyrobots.co.uk Sweet Machine - Original synthpop with a strong 80’s vibe, Depeche Mode meets Pulp! www.sweetmachine.co.uk Mari Dangerfield - Quirkpop of the mind, body and laptop. www.maridangerfield.com FREE ENTRY. Downstairs at The Honor Oak Pub, 1 St. German’s Road, SE23 1RH/

https://bit.ly/3FVQfN1

Sundays 5, 12, 19 & 26 June: The weekly Horniman Market

10am–3pm. The weekly Horniman Market is open to provide food items including fresh fruit, vegetables, cheese, bread, cake, meat and street food. Alongside food stalls, you’ll find body care, clothing, jewellery, design and craft; most are locally produced, ethical and many use environmentally friendly materials, natural and organic ingredients. www.horniman.ac.uk.

100 London Road, Forest Hill, SE23 3PQ.

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Sunday 5 June: Open Garden

2.30pm-5.30pm. Owners Ian and Pru Bland are celebrating the 25th time of opening their garden to the public. The garden is about the size of a tennis court, densely planted with many rarer items. The emphasis is on contrasting size, colours and foliage, and has featured in magazines. Charity: NGS Scheme/St Christopher’s Hospice. Teas/Plants for sale. Wheelchair access.

174 Peckham Rye, East Dulwich SE22 9QA

Tuesdays 7, 14, 21 & 28 June: Tuesday Evening Life Drawing Zoom & Drop-in Session

7pm–8.30pm. This is an online drawing & painting session conducted via Zoom and in studio. Long pose life painting and drawing. A single pose held for three hours with 5-minute model breaks every 25 minutes. This class will be run by Freya Tate, a wonderful artist with a sharp eye and a playful line. The session will be life model focused but Freya will introduce chaotic elements to challenge you and move your drawing on to higher levels. The Dulwich Art Group & School.

www.dulwichartgroup.co.uk.

Tuesday 7 June: Honor Oak WI

We meet on the first Tuesday of each month, currently via Zoom, at 7:30pm. twitter.com/honoroakwi www.facebook.com/groups/honoroakwi/

Honoroak_WI

honoroakwi@gmail.com