Preconceptive Care and Pregnancy workshop – September 2011
This is an event aimed at helping those thinking of starting a family, those who have been trying for a while, those who are pregnant and looking to find out more about their physical and mental needs before conception and during pregnancy.

Thermomix demonstration – June 2011
With today’s fast paced lifestyle, we cook far less than we used to. Homemade bread, jams, juices, soups, sauces, salads, dips, cakes, biscuits are a thing of the past. The fast, ready-made foods that feature in today’s diet are making us sick. In children and adults, disease and obesity are at an all time high. We’ve heard alot about the amazing Thermomix, but we wanted to see it in action for ourselves. If you’re keen to see how this gadget could change your eating habits, come along and see what it can do.

The brochure promises that it “makes it simple to bring fresh, wholesome, nutrient dense food back into your diet. Preparation is cut from minutes to seconds and cooking is gentle ensuring the flavours, vitamins and minerals are locked into each mouthful. With Thermomix in the kitchen, you will taste the difference and see the difference in the foods you prepare. Faster and more efficient than any similar appliance, it saves time, money and importantly valuable space in the kitchen. Thermomix lets you return to the tradition of home style cooking using technology of the future.” More information available at www.ukthermomix.com

Infant and Child Nutrition- Dec 2010
Maria will give an introduction to infant and child nutrition by going through our conventional food groups. She will cover protein needs and healthy types of protein, little known facts about calcium and dairy, cereal and grain consumption, the omega 3 story, and the goodness of fruit and vegetables. There will be information on weaning foods and appropriate introduction of foods depending on age, as well as meal and menu examples. Maria is especially keen to point out the connection of diet and immune system and how we can reduce the risk of developing allergies.

Winter Cycle Workshop – Nov 2010
In collaboration with Rich Simmonds from Personal Cycle Coaching and Jonny from Profeet 3D cycle analysis this workshop is based around preventing injury from cycling. Rich delivered tips on training to prevent injury or overtraining issues. Jonny introduced their Retul 3D system of cycle analysis and use of the inshoe pressure system to measure symmetry. They are also experts in cycle shoe fitting and in shoe footbeds. Craig briefly discussed end point injuries like disc herniations, low back and neck pain, knee pain and what is the tolerance of the human spine during certain prolonged cycling postures.

Immune system health and raising children without drugs - September 2010
Presented by Maria Jetvic, a professional homeopath and nutritionist who has been in practice for a number of years. Her particular interest is to bring about strong, natural immunity in children. Maria has a special approach which helps her to gently reduce the dependency on Calpol, antibiotics, and steroids. She recognises that illness and discomfort are usually a result of several factors and this is reflected in her wholistic treatments.

Triathlon Special – March 2010
Presented by Dr Jenny Hewitt a doctor of exercise physiology from Optimum Velocity. This evening is a great way to map out the fast approaching triathlon season by:

- setting goals for the season
- minimum training requirements
- how drills can help your physiology
- heart rate and VO2 max
- technique tips and much more…

Cycling special – Nutrition – April 2010
In conjunction with London Dynamo cycling club, Richard Simmonds from Personal Cycle Coaching is presenting this evening. Joining him will be a sports nutrionist Lucy Johnson with years of experience in dealing with elite athletes. Together they will focus on both the science behind nutrition and the real time effects on the bike.