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This issue is full to bursting with some lovely new advertisers for you to try out. The gift guide is back to help with those tricky presents - something for all. There is a vast selection of craft fairs, Xmas fairs, book fairs which are not to be missed if you want to get something a little different and handmade.

Christmas aside the clubs and classes pages are full of ideas to kick start a new hobby or continue with an existing one.

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At its worst, it can mean that blood tests aren’t carried out or injections aren’t administered. As many as 1 in 10 people are thought to have a phobia of needles so you’re not alone if you’re affected!

Self Help for Needle Phobia If you’re nervous about blood tests or injections but you don’t feel as though you’re going to faint, breathing exercises can help to take the edge of the anxiety.

Exposure therapy can be effective. This involves gradually exposing yourself to your fear, starting with just the thought

of needles and building up to having an injection or blood test.

Don't keep your fear to yourself. The person taking your blood or giving an injection can help to put you at ease if they know how scared you are.

How Hypnotherapy Can Help Hypnotherapy is very effective for phobias in general and can help to take emotion out of the equation, which means you can feel much more in control of your fears. The physical effects of phobias are also likely to be less intense once this starts to happen.

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Why wear a Poppy?

It’s over a century since more than nine million soldiers were killed during the First World War. The last of the veterans from that era are dead and many young people know little about the causes and devastating aftermath of the conflict.

Many refuse to wear a poppy because they think it glorifies war. Perhaps it’s more important than ever that we discuss the poppy’s place in history.

Much of the worst fighting in World War 1 took place in Flanders, the western part of Belgium.

The area suffered terribly, with homes, farms, roads and trees all completely destroyed. The land became a bleak, muddy graveyard for the thousands of soldiers who fell there.

One plant, however, thrived in the disturbed soil and that was the poppy. Year after year, as the warm weather arrived, the poppies bloomed and turned the grim bare ground into a sea of red.

At that time, fighting in Flanders was a young Lieutenant, Colonel John McCrae, a Canadian physician. In May 1915, his close friend and fellow soldier was killed in action. Seeing the poppies growing alongside his grave moved McCrae to write the poem ‘In Flanders Fields’, which was later published in Punch magazine.

The idea to use the poppy as a symbol of remembrance for dead soldiers came from an American professor and YWCA worker, Moina Michael, in 1918. She wrote a poem in reply to McCrae’s called ‘We Shall Keep the Faith’ and

started to sell silk poppies. The idea was adopted by the American Legion in 1920 and she became known as ‘The Poppy Lady’.

In 1921, Anna E Guerin started making artificial poppies in France and gained the support of Field Marshal Douglas Haig, founder of the Royal British Legion.

The first poppy appeal was held on Armistice Day 1921. It was hugely popular and, despite a recommended selling price of threepence per poppy, single petals sold for £5. In all, the appeal raised £106,000 – that’s nearly £30 million in today’s terms!

In recent years some people have chosen to wear a white poppy, either instead of or alongside a traditional red one. White poppies symbolise pacifism and also remember the civilians killed in conflicts past and present, as well as the soldiers.

The idea is not a modern one as I originally assumed; it was initially put forward in 1926 by the No More War Movement, and the first white poppies were sold by the Cooperative Women’s Guild in 1933. They are now distributed by the Peace Pledge Union, a British pacifist nongovernmental organisation that works for a world without war.

However you choose to wear your poppy this year I hope you now have a greater understanding of the interesting and complex story behind this iconic flower.

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Stir in the butter until melted, then add the diced pumpkin or squash and the sage. Stir well to combine, then season well. Cover and cook for 6-10 mins, stirring occasionally until the pumpkin is soft, but not mushy.

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SAD times

As many as one in six people suffer with a low mood in Winter and a small number of these will suffer with the more serious Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) SAD sufferers are less able to control their serotonin levels in the absence of sunlight and if serotonin levels drop too low, so will your mood.

Here are five ways to raise your serotonin levels even in the coldest, darkest months.

Lighten up - As lack of sunlight is the problem, more light could be a solution. Light boxes are available that provide levels of brightness which can elevate your brain’s serotonin levels.

Exercise - There’s evidence that aerobic exercise not only boosts your brain’s levels of serotonin but also keeps those levels elevated for hours after your workout.

Laugh - A study in Norway found that laughing with friends, watching a funny movie or doing something that briefly improves your mood may stoke your brain’s levels of serotonin.

Step outside - Research shows that walking in nature — especially with other people — is an effective way to combat depression. Spending at least 30 minutes a day outdoors even during the cold winter months may offset the seasonal drops in serotonin.

Physical contact - Massage has been proven to increase your brain and body’s levels of serotonin. The soothing experience significantly reduces the blues.

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A Good Read Professor Stewart’s Casebook of Mathematical Mysteries by Ian Stewart Like its wildly popular predecessors Cabinet of Mathematical Curiosities and Hoard of Mathematical Treasures, Professor Stewart’s third book is a miscellany of over 150 mathematical curios and conundrums.

He manages the subtle balancing act of appealing to all. Those with a mathematical background will find much to enjoy but so will those whose abiding memory of school maths is counting the minutes until the end-of-lesson bell. He does write about complicated things but in his hands it all becomes understandable and even fun.

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Ranging from one-liners to four-page investigations from the frontiers of mathematical research, the Casebook is Professor Stewart at his challenging and entertaining best.

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Harvesting Dreams: Hundertwasser for Kids - Barbara Stieff You may never have heard of Friedensreich Hundertwasser, but he was an eccentric artist, humanitarian, environmentalist and architect. He dedicated his life to the beautification of the world in which we live.

In this colourful, quirky book Barbara Stieff introduces children to Hundertwasser’s free-thinking, inspirational approach to art and the environment.

There is something about Hundertwasser’s vibrant, exciting work which appeals to children and adults alike. Most children enjoy colouring and love bright colours but often become bogged down with making things look ‘right’ rather than developing their own creative style. Likewise, adults don’t always fully appreciate children’s imaginative artwork and gently admonish that cows are not pink with yellow stripes…

when of course there’s no good reason why they shouldn’t be any colour at all in a painting.

Stieff’s engaging and slightly off-the-wall style suits the book.

She spent many years as an art educator at ZOOM, a children’s museum in Vienna and it shows. The book is packed with fun projects and suggestions for stretching children’s imaginations in an artistic but also in a more general way. It is also lavishly illustrated with Hundertwasser’s work which makes it a beautiful decorative item in its own right; a fact of which Hundertwasser would certainly have approved.

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How do you get to Wimbledon?

No the answer isn’t practice, unless you have designs on the trophy of course!

I’ve always been a fan of Wimbledon, and ever since my older brother came home from a school trip, excitedly describing his visit to Centre Court, I’ve had a dream to visit the championship myself. If a visit to Wimbledon is on your bucket list too, here’s what to do. There are four options.

The first is the Public Ballot. To take part, send a SAE to AELTC, PO Box 98, London, SW19 5AE by 19th December latest and you will receive an application form. This needs to be returned by 31st December and grants you entry into the draw for a pair of tickets, but you can’t select which court or day you will visit. Successful entrants will be chosen by random by computer and will be notified by post. Once an offer of tickets has been received, you will need to pay for them online by debit or credit card.

If you’re unsuccessful with the Public Ballot, all is not lost! You can still buy tickets online at Ticketmaster. Several hundred tickets for Centre Court and Court 3 go on sale one and two days before the day of play. They can sell

out in seconds and are issued strictly on a first come, first served basis, with a maximum of two tickets allowed per person.

If you’re particularly gutsy, you could join The Queue. A limited number of tickets for Centre and Courts 1 and 2 can be purchased on the day, along with several thousand Grounds Passes for courts 3-18. The earlier you join the queue, the more likely you are to get the best tickets, so if it’s one of the show courts you’re after, don’t forget your tent!

Finally, you could purchase a hospitality package. This is expensive but offers you the VIP treatment and would really make your visit a day to remember!

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Sometimes we might wonder if it’s worth arranging a boiler service, especially if everything seems to be working fine. It’s one expense we can do without when Christmas is looming. Here are five reasons to book your service now.

IT SAVES LIVES - A faulty boiler is dangerous.

According to government statistics, each year in the UK, 50 adults and children die from carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning; 200 are hospitalised and around 4,000 people end up in A&E with symptoms due to leaking boilers.

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IT SAVES THE ENVIRONMENT - If your boiler isn’t wasting energy your carbon footprint is reduced.

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IT SAVES ON INSURANCE HASSLES Most boiler warranties and some home and business insurance policies require that you ensure your boiler is safe to use. An annual boiler service meets most insurance policy requirements.

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Garden View Leaf matter. Leaves matter!

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Oh, those autumn leaves. So pretty on the trees but they can be rather inconvenient in the garden. If they drift too deep on the lawn the grass underneath will die so there’s nothing to do but rake them up. However, these fallen leaves are a little autumn gift from nature and with them you can create leaf mould. Leaf mould is free garden nourishment, and it’s it’s like feeding your soil with the finest fillet steak. Leaf mould is what’s left when the dead, fallen leaves from deciduous trees and shrubs are heaped up and allowed to rot down.

As they slowly decompose, only the toughest bits remain, eventually forming crumbly, dark brown crumbs, a bit like chocolate sprinkles. Leaf mould is easy to make, a delight to handle, and you can’t possibly overfeed your soil with it. Micro-organisms are the driving factor, performing an alchemy that gives the finished product an almost magical quality.

Its fibrous nature retains moisture and enables free drainage, which means it also makes a great mulch for trilliums or wood anemones, whose natural habitat is woodland.

I adhere to a policy of only collecting leaves where necessary. Where they have fallen and are not obscuring the grass I leave them for the earthworms to pull into their burrows (I think earthworms as my friends and so do nothing to discourage them).

Simply sweeping leaves off paths and decking or patios will keep the garden looking cared for. I also remove any that have drifted around my herb garden because herbs like to be able to breathe. These tasks alone give me enough leaves to create plenty of lovely leaf mould. contd on pg 24

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While you’re tidying up the leaves it can be tempting to cut down faded perennials.

But if you leave them, in a month or so you will find they have turned into wonderful sculptural winter skeletons which look incredibly beautiful in the frosts. It’s all down to personal taste of course, but I often leave perennials standing until February or March simply to provide a bit of interest over the winter.

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Gordonians Hockey Club - Youth Coaching from 27/28 August until late May - Children attending any school Bronze Squad (typically age 8-9) - Tuesdays 5.30 - 6.30 Silver Squad (typically 10-11) - Tuesdays 5.45 - 7.00 Gold Squad (typically 12-13) - Mondays 5.45 - 7.00 £80 for the entire season (family discounts apply) RGC Astroturf pitches, Countesswells Road, AB15 8AR Contact John Mowat Tel: 07525 811039

Aberdeen Model Railway Club Wednesday 7-10pm Ferryhill heritage center Email: Info@aberdeenmrc.co.uk Aberdeen Orpheus Choir Wednesday evenings at 7.15 p.m. in the Hall of Crown Terrace Baptist Church, Windmill Lane, Some vacancies in the Choir. If you can read music and interested in choral music, Info: Jane Murray on 07967926758.

Aberdeen Philatelic Society Thursdays, fortnightly fm 21st Sept 7.30pm Rubislaw Church Centre Beaconsfield Pl. Social mtg alt Fri am seafield28@gmail.com www.aberdeenphilatelic.org.uk Aberdeen Pilates Man Wed Mixed Ability Classes 6-7pm Ferryhill Community Centre T: 07557352805.

Aberdeen Round Table First Tuesday every month at 7.30pm (usually at the Cults Hotel) to plan a variety of events to aid the community. Information visit www.roundtable.co.uk.

Aberdeen Strathspey and Reel Society Mon Jnr Orchestra - 6.30 to 7.30 pm, Snr 7.30 to 9.00 pm Hazlehead Primary School, AB15 8HB 01224 676482, e-mail info@aberdeenstrathspey.org.uk or www. aberdeenstrathspey.org.uk Aberdeen Velodees: Women only cycling group. Wednesday coached session + Weekend Rides. Join our facebook page https://www.facebook.com/groups/Velodees/ or email velodees@gmail.com for more info.

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After School Football - Alison McLeod Classes available at Airyhall + Kingswells for pre school children up to age 6 www.aberdeenfootballfun.co.uk Airyhall Ramblers Group Every 2nd Wednesday @ Countesswells Road 9.15am Open to over 50’s A friendly, sociable group. Long & short walks available. Contact 07472686889 Association of American Women of Aberdeen (AWA) Open to women of all nationalities. Monthly meetings, activities for all tastes, annual fundraising for a chosen charity. For membership info go to awaaberdeen.org Babies & Toddlers Fridays 10 - 11.30 during term time Gilcomston Church, use Summer Street door Contact: Gayle Veitch, gayle.veitch@gmail.com or Rosie McKie, 01224 647144 Banchory Clay pigeon Shooting Syndicate Contact Dick Bridger 01330850362 or Peter Hopkins 01330850585 Barney’s Ballroom Mon, 7-8pm + 8.15-9.15pm Fri 7-8pm & 8-9pm Cults Cults Sports Complex AB15 9TP 07342 789 965 Barre Fitness classes Monday at 10-11am at Granville Lane Scout Hut, Tuesday at Mile End Primary from 6-7pm Friday 5pm and 5.30pm at Fitness & Wellbeing Development on Riverside Drive. c.chernouski@yahoo.co.uk

Clubbercise with Jessica Tuesday 8:30-9:30pm at Airyhall community Centre. All other classes listed on my Facebook page (Clubbercise Jessica Aberdeen). Contact no-07725672678 Concordia String Orchestra Ferryhill Parish Church We rehearse on a Tuesday evening 7.30-9.30pm Contact: www. concordiastringorchestra.org.uk for more information CTC Grampian Local group of the Cycling Touring Club. We provide cycle rides for all abilities and ages to local destinations and further afield. John B, Chairman, Tel: 01224 571984. www.ctcgrampian.org.uk Culter & District Pipe Band Mon/Wed 7.30pm-9pm Culter Village Church Piping & Drumming, all levels welcome Contact: Susan 07540 530705 DanceYoga Mon 8pm at Rubislaw Church Centre 07470449331 Hannah Nordlund www.facebook.com/ DanceYogaAberdeen hi@healthierwithhannah.co.uk Dru Yoga Tues 7.30pm in Jubilee Hall, South Holburn Church.

Thurs 10am in Girlguiding, Thistle Lane. One-to-one sessions or small groups in AB15 5BB or at your premises Ester 07757 304879 or druyoga.ester@gmail.com

Beginners Ashtanga Yoga (power Yoga).

Monday 6.30 till 7.30 and 7.30 till 8.30 (seniors). £7 Cults Kirk Centre Hub, 404 North Deeside Road, Cults. Call Simone 07985 384402 or email Simone.barnett@sky.com

Fitness with Laura Day Metafit & Abs Clases Mon - 6-7pm Inchgarth CC Wed - 6.15-7.15pm Tullos Primary School Fri - 1011am Inchgarth CC Facebook fitnesswithlaura or 07739181345.

Ceilidh class 1st & 3rd Tuesday of every month 7:30 - 9:00pm at South St Nicholas Church Kincorth. A fun social evening! Contact 01224 636128 or email: aberdeenrscds@hotmail.co.uk

Flying Yogis Children’s yoga classes 3-5 Years Mondays 9:3010am, NEW CLASS- Wednesdays 1:30-2pm Kingswells Community Centre, Contact :Emma Dawrant 07789558865 or www.facebook.com/emmaflyingyogis

Childrens Highland Dancing Lessons Day: Various - After School / Saturdays Craigiebuckler, Holborn West, City Centre and Cults sinclairhighlanddancing@gmail.com or 07972104774

Franco-Scottish Society, Aberdeen – promoting French & Scottish culture Monthly meetings on a Tues 7.30pm usually in Albyn School, 17 - 23 Queen's Road. between Oct & May. Talks mainly in French, but sometimes English. www.franco-scottish.org.uk/ 01224 590903.

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Friskis&Svettis Jympa Wednesdays from 7-8pm (exercise to music).

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Friskis & Svettis Jympa Tuesday from 7.30pm - 8.30pm Airyhall Community Centre Call Katie on 01224981474/07889011337 or email info@fsaberdeen.co.uk Granite City Chorus Scotland’s leading male barbershop chorus Tuesdays 7.00pm to 9.45pm Woodside Church Hall AB24 4DQ www.granitecitychorus.co.uk Granite City Guerrillas Dodgeball Team 16+ Mon 8pm – 10pm at The Jesmond Sports Centre, Bridge of Don (Mixed session) Wed 8.30pm – 10pm at The Danestone Community Centre, Bridge of Don (Ladies only) Contact: www.facebook.com/thegranitecityguerrillas Granite City Scottish Women’s Institute Every 4th Wed of the month 7-9pm (Sept to June).

Ruthrieston Community Centre, 532-536 Holburn Street, Aberdeen (car park to rear). Just come along or tel the secretary 01224 587590 Hatha Yoga Thurs 9:30-10:30 am - Ashley Road Abdn £7.per session Info & bookings : Adriana 07799845716 - limited spaces Hatha Yoga Sunday 9-10am, Location - Barry Stephen’s, 41 Ann Street, Aberdeen Booking available via bookfit app, £5 per class Contact Theresa at TMCYogaUK@gmail.com

JKA Aberdeen Karate Tues & Thurs (all grades) 7pm Kincorth Sports Centre 01224 826174 Alan@karatedoshotokan-scotland.com JKA Aberdeen Tiger Cubs Childrens Karate Sessions Thursday 5 - 7 year olds Kincorth Sports Centre 07762 560630 or 01330 833688 Kaimhill Strollers Thursday at 9.15 over 50s walking group which meets Community Wing of Kaimhill School. Walks average 6 miles cost of £4 includes use of our minibus. Contact Dick on 01224 782109 or Doris on 01224 316775.

Kaimhill Yoga Group Wednesdays 9.15-10.15am.

Friendly and fun. Suitable for all. Injury and illness cared for. Kaimhill Learning Centre, Pitmedden Terr AB10 7HR. Lively Minds Group Tuesdays: 1st & 3rd of each month 12p.m. – 2 p.m.

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CLUBS & CLASSES Lunch Club Tuesday during school term at 12.30 p.m. Ferryhill Parish Church hall. Enjoy a two course meal with tea or coffee for £4.00. Over 50’s. New members welcome.

NCT Waddling to Toddling group Mon 10-11.30am - (frmnbirth to preschool) St Francis of Assisi Church, Deesdie Gdns, Mannofield. £2 donation requested. parentsupport.aberdeen@nct.org.uk

Mainly Music at Gilcomston Wednesdays 10 - 11.30 during term time Gilcomston Church, use Summer Street door Contact: Katie Rose, katrinamrose@hotmail.co.uk or Rosie McKie, 01224 647144

Northern Dance Club Monday’s at Jury’s Inn, Airport 7.30pm beginners, sequence and improvers starts 22 October £7.50 dropin fee - All new members very welcome

Mango Choir (mainly Gospel style) Mondays, September to April 6:30 to 7:30 at Mannofield Church Alistair Stark, 01224 318536, mail@agstark.co.uk No experience needed, no auditions.

Mannofield Parent & Toddler Group Monday, & Friday 1000 - 1130 @ Mannofield Church Facebook Group - Mannofield Parent & Toddlers Metafit. The Original Metabolic HIIT Workout.

Wednesday 8:15-8:45pm,Mannofield Church. Facebook @Metafit With Gemma. Tel 07793 431578 Metafit with Helen. The original metabolic HIIT workout. Monday 7.25-7.55pm Airyhall Community Centre. 5.30-6pm Ferryhill Community Centre. Facebook Metafit Airyhall, Metafit Ferryhill. helenewen1@ btinternet.com. 07736 247911. Metafit-training.com Monday Club Mondays 10am-12 pm. A drop in group for adults with additional needs & their carers. Opportunities to socialise with tea, coffee & homebaking. Contact:office@queen’scrosschurch.org.uk Morven Singers Wednesday’s from 5th September 7.30pm Ruthrieston West Church Hall, Broomhill Rd. 3 part mixed choir, wide range of music covered. New members welcome.

Contact Lesley 01224 315079 MummyFITT. Wed- 12-1 o at Danestone Community Centre and 10-11 on a Friday at Cults parish church main hall on quarry road. Contact kirsty167@hotmail.com/ 07540790348 / www.facebook.com/mummyFITT Musical Connections Mondays:- First & third Monday of each month 2p.m. to 3.30p.m. This is a new group starting in September 2018.

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Rhythm Time Multisensory Music Sessions Ruthrieston West Church Tues: 9.45am, 14mnths - 3yrs + 10.25am 0 - 12mnths + 11.05am 0 - 12 mnths Fri: 9.30am 14mnths - 3yrs 10.10am 14mnths - 3yrs 10.50am 0 - 12mnths Scottish Country Dancing Beg Taster Wed 19 Sept then every Wed 7:30 - 9:00pm, Craigiebuckler Church Hall. Thurs 1:30 - 3:00pm Holburn West fm 27 Sept. 01224 636128 or email: aberdeenrscds@hotmail.co.uk Scottish Country Dancing classes for Children after school at St Joseph’s, Kingsford, Braehead, Craigiebuckler Church Hall or at City Moves on a Saturday morning. aberdeenrscds@hotmail.co.uk or 01224 636128 for more information.

Silver CITY Singers Mondays 7.20 - 9.30pm AGS Former Pupils Club 86 Queen’s Road AB15 4YQ www.silvercitysingers.com Tai Chi (Taijiquan) & Health Qigong (Chi Kung) Mondays 7-8pm and 8-9pm Aberdeen Unitarian Church contact Matthew Knight Email: ruyischool.mk@gmail.com The Braeside Singers Love singing? Come and join us. We are a new community choir who meet on Tuesday evenings 6.30 to 8.00pm at Airyhall Library. For more information email audreyharvey@talktalk.net.

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Yoga classes - Experienced Iyengar Teacher. Classes Mon 9.30-11 a.m, & Tues 6.30-8 p.m. Peterculter throughout Summer and Wed 6.30-8 p.m. South Holburn Church to restart 12 Sept. fionabochel@gmail.com & fionabochelyoga.wordpress.com

The Mixing Bowl Aberdeen A food interest group for the community. Meets monthly in term time at St Devenick’s church hall, Baillieswells Rd, Bieldside Further details: www.mixingbowl.btck.co.uk

Zumba with Sharon Wednesday 7.30 - 8.30 At Broomhill Activity Centre 197 Broomhill Road AB10 7LN Contact - 07578299963 Shaggy225@hotmail.co.uk

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Choose the Perfect Winter Coat A winter coat is one of life’s bigger clothing investments, so it makes sense to be fully informed and have a plan before hitting the shops (or the internet!).

The first thing to look at is your lifestyle.

Imagine someone who travels by car and parks outside their place of work every day, but who likes to go for country walks with their dog at the weekend. Then imagine someone who waits for a bus or a train every day and has a half mile walk at either end of their commute. They will have different demand from their winter coats.

In the UK winters vary from mild to extreme but one thing is certain…it will rain! A waterproof outer shell is a must-have for any winter coat. Look for ‘water resistant’ on the label. Don’t rule-out a proper wool coat; a somewhat unsung property of wool is its water-resistance. Beware though: many coats which purport to be ‘wool’ are a wool blend with only about 20% wool fibres. These will be less resistant to a downpour; more likely to make you sweat and smell a bit fusty after a while.

Look at how well insulated the coat is.

Proper wool coats are naturally warm and feel luxurious. Among other types of coat insulation is a choice of down or synthetic fibres. Down is a classic, natural insulator. It is incredibly lightweight though less good for very wet weather. If you plan to walk a lot in all weathers it may not be the right choice.

Synthetic insulation holds up better against moisture but won’t retain its insulating properties for as long as down.

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Once you’ve found a coat you like, examine it to make sure it really is high quality. Make sure all the seams are secure and there are no holes where insulation is escaping.

There are many super-stylish winter coats around, but never sacrifice comfort and warmth for style as you will regret it on the coldest wettest days. For example, check that you can wear layers, or a thick jumper under the coat. I’ve found many ‘fashion’ coats have arms which are too skinny to allow for a jumper and thus restrict your movement and / or blood-flow!

Finally think creatively. In our first hypothetical example the person might prefer a light warm wool jacket for commuting by car to work, but a thick full-length down-insulated coat for country walks at the weekend. OR, they might prefer to buy a jacket with a lining that can be removed and worn separately as a jacket in its own right for car journeys, then with the waterproof outer layer at weekends. If your budget is tight try searching through charity shops or factory shops. There are some amazing bargains to be found from heavy pure wool overcoats to branded hiking wear.

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Strength & Balance : Speed Speed is an unusual fitness component to speak about in terms of older adult Fitness.

Speed is the ability of the body to move from A to B and how quickly it can do so.

This can be the whole body, a limb, muscle or muscle group. Moving at speed requires strength and power. The definition of speed is relevant to older adults but, perhaps not as you know it.

Speed is used in, and thought to be only relevant to, many sports such as basketball, football and rugby. However, your reaction time is closely related to speed. Reaction time is the ability to perform motor skills as rapidly as possible, essentially the ability to move quickly and is a key skill in sport, and daily life.

Reaction time is very important as we age.

Such as the ability to place a corrective step to stop us from falling over a paving stone.

The ability to place a hand out on a worktop, or furniture, to keep us upright, or the ability to move a little faster to catch a bus. With the right exercise this can be successfully achieved.

Your reaction time and speed can be improved, at any age, with exercise. Usually exercises such as power lifting and other sports specific exercises. For example if you play basketball, during training you add sprints in-between the goal shooting practice. This simulates the sprinting encountered during a game, up and down court prior to goal shooting, under the exhaustion from sprinting.

As an older adult, we still move, complete a task and then move again. For example, have you ever gone to sit in a chair and realised half way down there is something on the chair which you don’t want to sit on, and then you need to stand up again? This is your reaction time and ability to quickly control your body weight.

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