Coronavirus: Helping you to feel more in control.
There’s no manual for how to deal with what’s happening right now. Coronavirus (COVID-19) is affecting every aspect of our lives, from our families to our jobs to our travel plans, and it’s scary. As a small business, we’d like to say a massive thank you for your continued support at this challenging time. We […]
How to lower your blood pressure.
Exercise can be as effective as medication at lowering blood pressure, according to research in the British Journal of Sports Medicine*. Regular physical activity, such as running, cycling, swimming, or training with KBPT, can make your heart stronger and help your blood flow more easily. If you have high blood pressure, you could be at […]
Love the skin your in.
Love the skin you’re in Body confidence. It’s become a bit of a buzzword in recent years – controversial when it’s misused (remember the ‘Beach body ready’ ad that was banned a few years ago?); empowering when it’s about loving you for being you. Here at KBPT, we help our clients to get stronger and […]
How to keep your New Years resolutions.
How’s the new decade treating you so far? Managed to fit in some exercise already? If you set yourself some fitness goals for 2020, here are a few tips for staying positive and crushing them! “I’m too busy / too tired…” Finding time to work out is one of the most common concerns our clients […]
Why it is important to be kind.
Being kind: How to be part of the ripple effect It’s World Kindness Day on the 13th of November and it got us thinking here at KBPT… with everything that’s going on in the world, is being kind more important than ever? “A single act of kindness throws out roots in all directions and the […]
Mindfulness.
Although mindfulness has been around for centuries (it has its roots in Hinduism and Buddhism), it has certainly gone mainstream over the last few years. In essence, it’s the practice of ‘being present’. It’s about slowing down, paying attention to your thoughts, your feelings and your body and being more aware of the world around […]
Natural ways to relieve your PMS symptoms.
Stomach cramps, sore breasts, mood swings, headaches, difficulty sleeping… PMS has many painful and annoying symptoms. So, what can you do to help you get through it? Keep moving When you’re pre-menstrual and feeling rubbish, your exercise routine might not be a priority. But it can actually make a big difference. Running, cycling or training […]
Breast cancer blog.
Breast Cancer Awareness Month: Be breast aware. We’re big advocates of self-care here at KBPT and that includes getting to know our bodies so that we can spot any worrying changes. With 1 in 8 women diagnosed with breast cancer during their lifetime, it’s really important that you check your breasts regularly. As October is […]
Five London swimming pools you should visit.
There are hundreds of swimming pools across London, including lots of brilliant lidos. KBPT client and founder of Deakin and Blue swimwear, Rosie, reveals her top five. 1. The London Aquatics Centre, Stratford If you feel like pretending you’re swimming for a Gold medal, this is the place for you. There’s a 25m training pool […]
Why swimming is good for your mental health.
There’s something about swimming. The swoosh of the water, the rhythm of your breathing… taking a dip can be very calming. In fact, a recent study by Swim England, revealed that swimming has a positive impact on mental health and has significantly reduced symptoms of anxiety or depression for 1.4 million adults in the UK. […]