Apr 26, 2022 | Blog
Try these tasty vegetarian miso burgers – go great with chips and coleslaw.
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Apr 21, 2022 | Blog
Why HIIT workouts are the best way to build strength, muscle mass and aerobic fitness.
Apr 20, 2022 | Blog
Welcome to our three-month mini-series taking you on a journey exploring the fantastic benefits of the water from pregnancy through to toddlers taking their first independent swims.
Mar 28, 2022 | Blog
A place to find some free, relaxing activities to help support your mental wellbeing, including adult colouring, mindfulness videos, free downloadable activities and more.
Mar 25, 2022 | Blog
Get the family involved and get creative with these decorative Easter egg biscuits!
Mar 16, 2022 | News
We are committed to addressing environmental and climate emergencies, whilst supporting the net zero carbon ambitions of our centre and wider society.
Mar 14, 2022 | Blog
Welcome to our three-month mini-series taking you on a journey exploring the fantastic benefits of the water. This month our National Aquatics Training Lead, Lynn Goring-Crook, kicks off this series by introducing the benefits of antenatal swimming for Mum and baby.
Mar 09, 2022 | Blog
Free downloads, craft ideas and fun activities to keep the kids busy and active over the school holidays.
Mar 02, 2022 | Blog
Check out our healthy Mexican dish. You get all the great taste of the herbs and spices but also have an eye on your fitness goals!
Mar 01, 2022 | Blog
We all know that walking into a gym for the first time can be a daunting experience, but we're here to try and take some of that stress away.
Feb 14, 2022 | Blog
A handy breathing exercise to warm-up the mind and ensure you’re ready for your session in the water.
Feb 07, 2022 | Blog
Discover the truth about how exercise can affect weight loss.
Jan 31, 2022 | Blog
Pancake Day may not be 'til March this year, but life's definitely BATTER with pancakes, for breakfast, lunch or dinner! Check out our healthy pancake recipe for some flipping-good fun at home this Half Term for all the family.
Jan 14, 2022 | Blog
Lynn Goring-Crook, our National Aquatic Training Lead, is here to share tips and advice before your child’s first swimming lesson.
Jan 11, 2022 |
So the year is flying by and you’ve just realised you haven’t been to the gym in weeks – and it’s clear your latest fitness resolutions went out the window months back! It happens. Here’s how to fix it.
Dec 13, 2021 | Blog
Motivation expert Professor David E. Conroy talks about what helps get us moving, and how to set realistic goals we can stick to.
Dec 08, 2021 | Blog
We know that you may feel a little out of place amongst more experienced swimmers, but remember that everybody has to begin somewhere.
Dec 02, 2021 | Blog
Want to look after your 'elf and fitness over the festive season? Here's a selection of fun Christmas workouts to get you moving from your head to your mistle-toes!
Nov 08, 2021 | Blog
Our National Aquatics Training Lead is here to share some of the physical benefits of swimming, including the best swim strokes for physical exercise and weight loss.
Nov 05, 2021 | Blog
With the colder days and darker nights, not to mention cold and flu season upon us, supporting ourselves and loved-ones physically and mentally is not easy.
Oct 18, 2021 | Blog
Ever wondered why you are drawn to book the holiday near the sea or with a nice swimming pool? Or why parents and children alike report swimming lessons are their favourite extracurricular activity of the week?
Oct 12, 2021 | Blog
Our fitness team is here to tell you more about the benefits of Yoga for your mind and body, whether you’re looking to learn about Yoga poses or to join your first Yoga class.
Sep 23, 2021 | Blog
Whether you’re looking to increase your fitness, manage your weight, reduce your drinking or improve your overall health, here are our top health apps and resources to support your physical and mental wellbeing.
Sep 20, 2021 | Blog
With schools back and many returning to a new routine after so long, Helen Bull, our National Commercial Aquatics Manager, is here to tell you more about our fantastic adult swimming lessons.
Sep 15, 2021 | Blog
Sound the alarm because on Saturday 25th – Sunday 26th September we’re offering all staff of the emergency services FREE* use of our gym, pool, courts and athletics track.
Sep 13, 2021 | Blog
Our fitness team is back in our latest blog, highlighting the many benefits of group exercise classes. Read on to find out more.
Aug 16, 2021 | Blog
Whatever your fitness levels and fitness goals, it is important to follow an exercise programme that supports a balanced body – our fitness team is here to explain why.
Aug 11, 2021 | Blog
Recovering from COVID or long-COVID? Are you still struggling with tiredness or breathlessness? Maybe you’re worried about hitting your previous goals or looking to take your first steps into exercise? Find out more about how our fitness team can help support your recovery, your return to exercise or your first steps into fitness.
Jul 13, 2021 | Blog
We have launched a new Activity Buddies scheme for people who would like support while taking part in fitness activities at the centre. You can also sign up to be an Activity Buddy yourself at Stoke Mandeville Stadium.
Jul 12, 2021 | Blog
Have you ever thought about becoming a swimming teacher?
Jun 14, 2021 | Blog
Learning a life skill
May 21, 2021 | Blog
Did you know, to ensure you can power through a workout and recover effectively, carbohydrates are an essential part of your diet? Our nutrition team is here to tell you more…
May 10, 2021 | Blog
Lately, we’ve been walking more than ever before, but how does a low intensity exercise such as walking, really stack up verses a session at the gym or a workout class in the pool. Our fitness team are here to spill the beans.
Apr 28, 2021 | Blog
Has this last year left you feeling in need of some positivity and maybe a bucket full of energy again? Us too!
Apr 15, 2021 | Blog
Exercising is sometimes easier said than done, EVEN when we know the benefits. Finding ways to overcome these common hurdles is often more important than the exercise itself. We’re here to help!
Mar 22, 2021 | Blog
Your body needs protein to build muscles but do you need supplements?
Mar 12, 2021 | Blog
If you’re struggling to get a good night’s sleep, join the club. We need our sleep, and here’s why.
Mar 08, 2021 | Blog
Making yourself endure a workout that you don’t enjoy is not the best approach for starting a long-lasting fitness routine.
Mar 01, 2021 | Blog
When we embark on a healthier eating journey, the first thing people often reach for are the low fat alternatives.
Feb 15, 2021 | Blog
According to Swim England, swimming has improved the mental health of 1.4 million adults in Britain.
Feb 10, 2021 | Blog
It’s far too easy to develop a negative mindset towards your health and fitness.
Feb 01, 2021 | Blog
It’s easy to forget that food is much more than just calories.
Jan 06, 2021 | Blog
Let's get back into a routine with these helpful tips!
Jan 04, 2021 | Blog
Well, that was 2020 – a year that no one was prepared for!
Nov 19, 2020 | Blog
Christmas is officially just around the corner - you really don’t need a reminder!
Nov 12, 2020 | Blog
From star jumping with the toaster to lifting cans of beans – Let’s keep moving!
Nov 09, 2020 | Blog
A simple fitness challenge for a stronger you...
