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Health Kick How to get fit quick, kick your sugar cravings with these healthy snacks, and the fun new classes to try now
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SNACK HAPPY
“The buzzword at the moment seems to be ‘clean eating’. Sugar has become the enemy and fat no longer is. But what are the best healthy snacks?” asks Birmingham-based health and fitness expert, Kelly Ravenscroft (keepfitwithkelly.com).
AT WORK “Almonds are one of the highest protein nuts, high in manganese and Vitamin E; a handful when peckish is a good choice.”
PRE-WORKOUT “Make your own mix of nuts and seeds to fuel your workout. Pumpkin, chia and sesame seeds are all great choices.”
POST-WORKOUT “Try a smoothie made from spinach, kale, avocado and almond milk.”
On the move Whether you want a quick morning workout or lengthy jog, here are Birmingham’s best parks for your next run.
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Sutton Park
8.5km
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Fancy bouncing your way fit? No one ever outgrows a trampoline and that’s why adult trampolining sessions at Activ8 in Erdington are the new thing.Perfect for those who are bored of the gym and want to have fun while working out. Sessions are £5 for an hour.
CLUBBERCISE
Dance your way fit at Clubbercise in Erdington. Don’t just expect a normal dance class – Clubbercise lets you dance in the dark, with your very own glow stick! Enjoy a 90s rave while burning calories and toning your muscles. Classes are available every Tuesday at St Peter & St Paul Church Hall.
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NUFFIELD HEALTH GRIT Add a Grit workout to your life with Les Mills classes at Nuffield Health in Birmingham. The group sessions combine short bursts of high intensity training with periods of recovery. The workout will increase your fitness levels, tone your muscles, shape your body and burn off calories.
Woodgate Valley Park
5km
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Cannon Hill Park
2km & 5km
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Words: Hannah Burgess