Brighton Active Issue 17 by Brighton Active

BRIGHTON'S NO.1 HEALTH, FITNESS, SPORT & NUTRITION MAGAZINE Issue #17 March - April 2014

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PACKED FULL OF LOCAL HEALTH & FITNESS SPECIAL OFFERS

VemmaUK 2014 is now well in motion and VemmaUK is going from strength to strength. We have had three major events this year in Birmingham, Heathrow and central London and with another one lined up for Saturday 29th March. These events will now happen monthly throughout the year as the VemmaUK continues to grow. The benefits of the product are now being discovered as people incorporate Vemma as part of their daily dietary supplementation. Why Vemma? Vemma is a delicious, ready to drink food supplement loaded with vitamins, minerals and plant-based super nutrients like mangosteen fruit, organic green tea and organic aloe vera. While there is no substitute for fresh fruit and vegetables, our product has been formulated so that a single 59ml dose, taken in conjunction with a varied and balanced diet and sufficient exercise, will help you achieve optimum nutritional status, vitality and well-being.

Vemma – The Opportunity Unlimited possibilities! We don't place any barriers ahead of you; we let you determine your own success. Achieve goals like obtaining financial freedom, receiving rewards and recognition, having more time for the things and people who matter the most, enjoying flexible schedules, and taking the opportunity to be your own boss and define how much or little you want to make. If you can dream it, you can achieve it! Since our start in 2004, the

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Vemma mission has remained strong - making a positive difference starts with people helping people. No matter your experience or your education, our rewarding business model takes a simple, more social approach. When you share the product, share the business and help others do the same, we reward you directly just by leveraging your social network. So if your dream is to run your own business, earn a secondary source of income, exchange the traditional 9 to 5 for your own schedule, or all of the above, Vemma's business opportunity can help you achieve it. Now is the best time to make a change and choose to live to your full potential. It's about you, and we are ready to show you the way Vemma Convention - ALL IN The annual Vemma event in Las Vegas is almost upon us. This will be a 10,000 person spectacular. Confirmed speakers for the event are BK Boreyko, Darren Hardy, Eric ‘the Hip Hop Preacher’ Thomas, Gary Vaynerchuck, Bob Proctor, Dr Oz, Chris and Heidi Powell and more. This event will provide you with the even more knowledge and motivation to grow your Vemma business and make your dreams come true. Vemma ALL-IN. April 24-26, 2014. The Mirage Hotel, Las Vegas

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COVER - At just 6 miles north of Brighton, Qleisure has it all: An 800m outdoor karting track, quad bikes, clay pigeon shooting and an exciting paintball zone. What's more Qleisure also are the team behind the Warrior Run, taking place on Sunday 30th March and again later in the year! www.qleisure.co.uk / warrior-run. co.uk PHOTO - Qleisure

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Brighton Active are proud to be the official regional magazine Media Partner for the Brighton Half Marathon 2014

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editor’s n ote editor note It's been a rough winter for Brighton and Hove with pouring rains and strong winds, but for the third year running February's Brighton Half Marathon saw a break in the gloom and signalled to me the start of change towards Spring. Now things really do get exciting! With the opportunity to enjoy sports outside under the sun, swim in the sea, run along Hove Lawns and around parks and even flipping some tyres (!), and all the while getting a tan at the same time. I love the Spring time, but this year will be extra special as in April I turn 30. And dare I say it, but I'm looking forward to the next 10 year's after this. Where my 30's will take me in terms of the sports I play and the goals I set I am

not yet sure, but this doesn't worry me. I like change just as much as I like consistency, and I absolutely love discovering new and exciting activities to take part in. Winter is behind us, so let's all celebrate this not by staying indoors and watching television but by getting outside and embracing the turn of the good weather. Spring time, I'm ready for you! And I hope you are too. Healthy Regards, Ash

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DID YOU KNOW?

MP Personal Training has been established for over 10 years? Has a team of Personal Trainers and Coaches? Teaches specialised classes in Hove & Patcham for those aged over 50 years young? And that we are linked with Nutrition and Lifestyle Coach Shaun Harris, and Sports Injury Physio Justin Gregory?

Between us we cover ALL areas under the 'Healthier Lifestyle' umbrella. Here is a little insight into our Personal Training Team:

Using her competitive experience and expertise in athletics, Cara can and will take your performance to a whole new level. Whether you're a jumper, sprinter or a long distance runner, Cara can help you improve to levels beyond your current grasp, giving you the edge over your competitors. On the other hand, ladies if you're after a more muscular physique then look no further: Cara has been preparing for a forthcoming event and has the know-how to help you gain the look you're after, whilst hitting goals like never before.

to help you regain your posture (helpful if you're always at a desk), whilst burning through your body fat stores. All it takes is for you to get in contact with us and to find out for yourself how we can help you. Myself and Team MPPT are all fully insured and highly qualified Personal Trainers who are on hand to help you kick out those winter blues and assisting you to figure out the best route for your health and fitness journey. Anyone requiring details about our popular Over 50's health, fitness and social group should head to our website where you can see why we are passionate about what we do and why, as well as sign up for monthly updates and special offers. These really are exciting times for our whole team as we know it is NOW that we are needed the most.

If you're a sports man / woman who knows that being ahead of the rest is all that counts, and are looking to target agility, explosive power and speed then Dan is most definitely your man.

Healthy regards Then there is me, Martin Petrie. With my many years of experience in health and lifestyle barrier breaking, weight loss, muscular gain and toning, I'm a dab hand at joint re-stabilisation too. I know ways

Martin Petrie. Owner of Team MP Personal Training & Forever Fit. For more information on the above call 07717 455 144, email martin@ martinpetriepersonaltraining.co.uk or visit www.martinpetriepersonaltraining.co.uk www.brightonactive.com

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BRIGHTON'S BEST

GROUP FITNESS CLASSES Exercise classes are a fantastic way to burn calories, have fun and reach your fitness goals. With over 200 classes a week on the timetable at Freedom Leisure Centres across Brighton you are spoiled for choice

Whether you prefer high intensity sessions like Body Attack, or mind and body classes like yoga, there’s something for everyone. Best of all the class instructor will provide all the motivation and support you need to get a really good workout so all you need to do is choose your class and turn up! Classes are a great way to start the day, or release tension after a hard days work. You might even consider a lunchtime workout. Now, with the introduction of MyRide+ virtual group cycling classes at Withdean Sports Complex there’s always a session on, whatever the time of day!

can also try an outdoor session. Withdean Sports Complex has a running club and high intensity outdoor sessions to choose from. A wide range of classes is also available at Moulsecoomb Community Leisure Centre. Three classes to watch out for…

You can choose to workout in a range of locations and settings. Withdean Sports Complex has a brand new group exercise studio and a state of the art group cycling studio with video enabled MyRide+. The large dance floor in the King Alfred Leisure Centre Ballroom is perfect for high energy classes like Zumba, Bokwa and Body Attack. The atmospheric ballroom can cater for over 50 participants making these classes a real social event. As the weather gets warmer you

ZUMBA GOLD Due to be introduced onto the timetable at Withdean Sports Complex in the next few months, Zumba Gold is a class where you can get into the Zumba groove at your own pace. The session is designed for seniors, customers returning to fitness, those with injuries or even the less coordinated! YOGA FOR RUNNERS This class launches in April on

Friday’s at 6pm at Withdean Sports Complex. This class is ideal for runners of all abilities who want to ease tight muscles, increase flexibility, build a stronger core and avoid injuries. FIT FIT classes incorporate high intensity interval training. Ideal for those wanting maximum results in the minimum amount of time. This class will dramatically improve your fitness, burn fat and increase lean muscle. Tuesdays 9.15am, Thursdays 6pm, Fridays 9.15am and an outdoor FIT on Thursdays 9.20am, all at Withdean Sports Complex. For more information and full group exercise timetables visit www.freedom-leisure.co.uk www.brightonactive.com

CrossFit is defined as constantly varied, functional movement performed at a high intensity. This means running, rowing and jumping and lifting, throwing, pushing and pulling as many different objects in as many different combinations as possible. Our small group classes, carefully programmed to develop skills in a broad range of activities, are constantly varied to encourage the biggest bodily adaptation or change. You will get stronger, faster and fitter than you ever thought possible.

With a fresh re-brand by Harrison & Co and our new 5200sq ft facility, Connect Fitness & Performance (formally CrossFit Connect) is evolving into something rather special this year. Our strength and conditioning facility is right on Hove beach offering our members the chance to learn gymnastic movements, Olympic and power lifting, and explosive interval training to ensure their cardio is working at its full capacity. Each class is perfectly scalable to the individual and this allows even a complete fitness novice to participate and feel the camaraderie that Connect provides. The friends you make and the bonds that form whilst encouraging each other through that last set of press ups or box jumps translates into an eagerness to train harder and a desire to push your limits in learning new movements and lifts.

We offer a broad range of classes at Connect and have one of the busiest timetables of any similar facility in the country. WOD classes – Our traditional CrossFit classes that combine the three elements of Weight lifting, Gymnastics and Interval training into a constantly varied mix. Olympic Lifting Class – Working closely with British Weightlifting (BWL) as an affiliated club we are developing the interest in this sport in the South East with periodised programmes for beginners and more experienced lifters alike.

Barbell Club – Our strength and conditioning coaches develop your skills and strength in the traditional barbell lifts such as the squat, press and deadlift using many of the most up-to-date training protocols to get you bigger and stronger. Gymnastics Class – This class focusses on gymnastic skills such as Handstands, Ring work, Ropes and Pull ups. We work through both strength and skill sections to develop your bodyweight techniques. Kids Class – With small groups of children in two age bands and fully certified CrossFit Kids instructors we will start them early into the ways of functional fitness.

For lots more information on CrossFit and Connect check out our new website at www.crossfitconnect.co.uk. Give us a call or drop us a line to have a chat and book in a visit to the box.

Connect – Fitness & Performance T: 01273 499 810 Unit 5, Quayside, Basin Road South Hove BN41 1WF

STEVE WHITTEMORE This issue we highlight the expertise of top local Personal Trainer Steve Whittemore of Whitt-Fit Training

My name is Steve Whittemore and I run my own successful Freelance Personal Training business in the Brighton and Hove area, Whittfit Training. With over 10 years experience in the Health and Fitness industry, I aim to deliver great results with life changing effects. The area's I focus my training on are • Weight Loss • Fat Loss • Core Stability • Strength Work With experience in many areas of fitness, my training will cover a variety of methods that will get you the results you want fast! As well as exercise, I am able to provide nutritional program's to meet the demands of each client I train. If you are thinking of starting a fitness regime then why not get in contact and let Whitt-Fit Training help you hit your fitness goals. Ann from Peacehaven "Steve Whittemore is an excellent personal trainer. Listens to what you want and comes up with a varied exercise regime providing positive encouragement to make you want to push yourself further. Very competitive prices. Highly recommended"

07989 714542 steve@whittfittraining.co.uk www.whittfittraining.co.uk

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Reach Physiotherapy offers Brighton residents the highest standard of physiotherapy and massage therapy. Having access to equipment and techniques no other physiotherapy clinic has to offer means Reach Physiotherapy can help people with varying needs and levels of ability. Reach Physiotherapy is based within LA fitness North Road Brighton and David Lloyd Brighton. You do not need to be a member of these health clubs to make use of our expertise and services.

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ISSUE 17 SPECIAL Offer: To all Brighton active readers we are offering 50% off a physiotherapy assessment and £10 off a 1 hour massage Book online at www.reachphysiotherapy.com Call to book on 07756 509 456

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Body Rehab Studios physiotherapy and Pilates clinic is located on The Drive in Hove and is a centre of excellence in diagnosing and treating your injuries. Our specialist physiotherapists have extensive clinical knowledge and Pilates expertise, which means that we can find the root cause of your problem, alleviate your symptoms and help to stop them from re-occuring. We are the only Pilates studio in Brighton and Hove to offer Real time ultrasound scanning to check if your core is really working before you attend a Pilates session. This ensures a safer, more effective Pilates approach. We are proud to have been chosen as the official physio of the Brighton Marathon. We love looking after athletes of all levels but you don't have to be sporty to come and see us!

We offer: • Physiotherapy • Acupuncture / Dry needling • Pilates equipment and mat classes • Ante & Post natal specialist care Follow us on Twitter @bodyrehab or on Facebook

www.bodyrehabstudios.com 5 The Drive, First Floor, BN3 3JE Contact us on 01273 746898 mention Brighton Active Issue 17 and you get a 1/2 price first assessment.

The Offical opening of The Withdean Treatment Rooms by Sally Gunnell OBE at the recent ÂŁ3 million redeveloped Withdean Sports Complex was a great success. Sally spoke about how she had found regular treatments important to prevent injuries occuring in the first place. Members and the general public had the oportunity to try out a variety of taster sessions of the different therapies throughout the day, with the oportunity to get tips and advice from all the team. Treatments include Acupuncture, Beauty

Treatments, Reflexology, Nutrition, Osteopathy, Sport / Remedial massage, Shiatsu, mind and body mentoring, as well as Sports Therapy injury treatment. All of this is under one roof with free parking which makes the Withdean Treatment Rooms the most convenient of locations. They pride themselves at offering high standard treatments at competitive prices. Appointments can be booked through Sussex Injury Clinics or online via their web site. Like them on Facebook to keep updated on special offers and events.

Appointments can be booked through Sussex Injury Clinics and like them on facebook to keep updated

www.sussexinjuryclinics.co.uk like us on facebook www.facebook.com/injuryclinics tel 01273 556199

Caring for the Brighton Community over the past 24 years Sussex Injury Clinics puts you on the path to activity Whether you are recovering from an injury, acute or chronic, sports / nonsports related, or just suffering from pain after movement, we are committed to getting you back to your sport, workplace, or your favourite activity as quickly as possible.

muscle patterning and reduced range of movement and with this information we can help to greatly reduce injuries occurring.

All treatments are conducted on a one to one basis in our new treatment rooms at the newly refurbished Withdean Sports Our team of Sports Therapists, Osteopath, Complex. and Acupuncturist and Sports massage Your treatment plan will be tailored to therapists work closely together to offer promote full recovery in the quickest you the best available treatment. time possible whilst also ensuring that We treat muscular-skeletal conditions and injuries heal in the best way possible, to also offer pre / post-surgical rehabilitation greatly reduce the reoccurrence of further dysfunction. programs. Our screening and functional tests check for incorrect gait action, muscle imbalances, poor

Free onsite parking and good local public transport makes it the most convenient of locations.

www.sussexinjuryclinics.co.uk like us on facebook www.facebook.com/injuryclinics tel 01273 556199

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Fit State Training offers: • One to one and small group training

• A private, well equipped studio close to seafront

"Workouts with Colette are tough and focused - and they work!" - Deborah O' Donovan

• Challenging and effective training sessions for all fitness levels • Easy to follow nutritional advice • Results that you can see and feel ISSUE 17 SPECIAL OFFER! £50 discount on block bookings of 10 or 20 sessions by quoting 'Brighton Active'

www.fitstatetraining.com email: colette@fitstatetraining.com 9 Victoria Terrace, Kingsway, Hove BN3 2WB tel: 07534971740

Dust off the Winter Blues and put a Spring into your step with

A Mermaid's Secret At AMS, we offer the quality of a luxurious spa at the price of a high street salon. With our bespoke treatments to suit you, you can begin your journey of relaxation.

10% off for all new clients on all treatments Choice of Mother’s Day packages Plus more special offers! What better way to treat yourself and others this season! *Now offering Pamper Parties for 4 or more people with discounts available for the host and guests!*

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HEALTH CLUBS

freedom-leisure.co.uk

King Alfred Leisure Centre Kingsway, Hove, BN3 2WW 01273 290 290 kingalfredenquiries@freedomleisure.co.uk www.freedom-leisure.co.uk

✶ Connect Fitness & Performance Intro Courses and FREE taster classes taking place every month. Call for more information! Unit 5 Quayside, Basin Road South, Hove, East Sussex, BN41 1WF 01273 499 810 info@crossfitconnect.co.uk www.crossfitconnect.co.uk

Prince Regent Swimming Complex Church Street, Brighton, BN1 1YA 01273 685 692 princeregentenquiries@freedom- Underground Strength Club North Street, Hove, BN41 1DN leisure.co.uk rob@strengthclubhove.com Withdean Sports Complex ✶ Tribe (part of Active4Less Tongdean Lane, Brighton, Hove) BN1 5JD Enjoy your first Tribe class for 01273 542 100 FREE! withdeanenquiries@freedomUnit 1, Portland Road Trading leisure.co.uk Estate, BN3 5NT admin@tribehove.com St Luke's Swimming Pool www.tribehove.com St Luke's Terrace, Brighton, BN2 9ZE SPORTS 01273 602 385 stlukesenquiries@freedomBoulder Brighton leisure.co.uk Unit 7B-C Victoria Road Trading Estate, Portslade, Brighton, Stanley Deason Leisure Centre BN41 1XQ Wilson Avenue, Brighton, 01273 422 408 BN2 5PB www.boulderbrighton.com 01273 694 281 stanleydeasonenquiries@ Brighton Watersports freedom-leisure.co.uk 185 Kings Road Arches, Brighton Seafront, BN1 1NB Moulsecoomb Community 01273 323 160 Leisure Centre info@thebrightonwatersports. Moulsecoomb Way, Brighton, co.uk BN2 4PB www.thebrightonwatersports. 01273 622 266 co.uk moulsecoombenquiries@ 30

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Learn 2 Kitesurf 07799 897 190 tim@learn2kitesurf.biz www.learn2kitesurf.biz No Strings Badminton Badminton pay & play sessions each week from just £3 guaranteeing you a partner to play with every time! Taking place at local King Alfred or Moulsecoomb Community leisure centres www.nostringsbadminton.co.uk Qleisure London Road, Albourne, BN6 9BQ 01273 834 403 www.qleisure.co.uk MARTIAL ARTS ✶ Brighton Aikikai Enjoy your first Aikido class with Brighton Aikikai for FREE! 07736 301 785 www.brightonaikikai.org.uk SPORTS NUTRITION ✶ Performance Foods Enjoy up to 40% off of everything in store today & get your hands on a Performance Foods t-shirt for just £10! 177 Church Road, Hove, BN3 2AB 01273 733 453 info@performancefoodsbrighton. co.uk www.performancefoodsbrighton. co.uk

WHOLE MONTHS! CALL 01273 921992 OR EMAIL DIRECTORY@BRIGHTONACTIVE.COM TO BOOK YOURS TODAY

Vemma Brighton & Hove 07944 374 685 rchinds@gmail.com twitter.com/vemmabh facebook.com/VemmaBrightonHove PERSONAL TRAINERS ✶ Fit State Training Enjoy a £50 discount on block bookings of 10 or 20 sessions with Fit State Training 9 Victoria Terrace, Hove, BN3 2WB 07534 971 740 www.fitstatetraining.com ✶ MP Personal Training Enjoy £5 off your next Personal Training session with MP PT 07717 455 144 martin@martinpetriepersonaltraining.co.uk www.martinpetriepersonaltraining.co.uk Steve Whittmore (Whitt-Fit Training) 07989 714 542 steve@whittfittraining.co.uk www.whittfittraining.co.uk Studio JRL 3 Woodland Drive, Hove, BN3 6DR 01273 506 133 / 07933 208 195 www.jrl-sportstraining.co.uk SPORTS THERAPY Body Rehab Studio Enjoy your a half price first assessment with Body Rehab Studio! 5 The Drive, First Floor, BN3 3JE 01273 746 898 www.bodyrehabstudios.com

Clinic 33 3 Bush Mews, Arundel street, Brighton, BN2 5TE 0333 011 0680 www.clinic33.co.uk ✶ Reach Physiotherapy Enjoy 50% off a physiotherapy assessment and £10 off a 1 hour massage with Reach Physiotherapy! 07756 509 456 www.reachphysiotherapy.com Sports Massage Brighton 07843 762 132 patrick@sportsmassagebrighton. co.uk www.sportsmassagebrighton. co.uk Sussex Medical Chambers 126-128 New Church Road, Hove, BN3 4JD 01273 430 022 www.sussexmedicalchambers. co.uk Withdean Treatment Rooms / Sussex Injury Clinic Located at Withdean Sports Complex, BN1 5JD 01273 556 199 www.sussexinjuryclinics.co.ukw ZUMBA CLASSES ✶ Steve Rich Zumba Enjoy your first Zumba classes with Steve Rich for FREE! 07527 291 317 steve@stevierich.co.uk www.stevierich.co.uk

PILATES Body Rehab Pilates Studio 5 The Drive, First Floor, BN3 3JE 01273 746 898 www.bodyrehabstudios.com MISCELLANEOUS iSaveuTax 0800 699 0191 / 07595 387 026 info@isaveutax.co.uk www.isaveutax.co.uk A Mermaids Secret Unit 3 Goldstone Villas, Hove, BN3 3RU 07737 379 680 www.amermaidssecret.co.uk Sideways8 Training 0700 3497 108 info@sideways8.co.uk www.sideways8.co.uk The Small Food Company 45 Trafalgar Street, Brighton 01273 911 128 / 07577 586 284 www.thesmallfoodcompany.com Teddy Edwards Cutting Rooms 07850 741 924 83 Dyke Road, Brighton, BN1 3JE www.teded.co.uk YMCAfit Interested on becoming a Personal Trainer? Call 0207 343 1850 for more information today! www.ymcafit.org.uk

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