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New couples program will provide people increased motivation and accountability by capitalising on their shared passion for living a fit and healthy life.  Enrollment is throughout February at their private studio in Penylan. In recognition of Valentine’s Day, Cardiff’s B Fit Personal Training, has created a new “Couples in Motion” Fitness Program. Designed to take advantage of the natural synergy that occurs when two people are focused on the same goal, “Couples in Motion” will provide people added motivation and incentive to…

Cancer patients and their families in Wales are set to benefit from the fundraising efforts of one of Cardiff’s most popular luxury hotels. Park Plaza Cardiff has raised £14,100 for Velindre Cancer Centre in the last twelve months, as part of a charitable partnership between the two organisations. Park Plaza had initially pledged to raise £10,000 for Velindre as part of the hotels 10th birthday celebrations throughout 2015, but following a year of fundraising activities the hotels has smashed their…

  With over 10 million people in the UK suffering regularly from headache, it’s one of the most common health complaints, but did you know Pilates could be your natural saviour? We speak to Lynne Robinson, Founder of Body Control Pilates and author of Pilates For Life, to find out how Pilates can help! “People forget that Pilates is both mind and body training and even a short Pilates session can help you unwind and relax. This in turn can be…

30th January 2016: Proton Partners International Ltd has welcomed a “pioneering and positive” study published in The Lancet Oncology journal today, showing the significant sparing of damage to critical tissues by the use of protons. Led by Dr Torunn Yock from Massachusetts General Hospital, the study found that proton beam therapy causes fewer severe side effects in treating childhood brain cancer than conventional radiotherapy. Commenting on the study Professor Karol Sikora, Chief Medical Adviser of Proton Partners International, said: “This…

34 women recognised for changing the face of technology in the UK are named today as finalists in the sixth annual FDM everywoman in Technology Awards in association with techUK. These women have been selected from a field of hundreds of applicants, chosen by a panel of senior technology leaders against criteria including career achievement, future potential and their commitment to supporting others in the industry. The winners will be revealed at an Awards ceremony on the evening of 23…

82% of South Wales’ adults don’t monitor sugar consumption A recent survey into the sugar eating habits of Welsh adults indicates that those in the South are not as careful as their northern counterparts when it comes to their sugar intake. A whopping 81% of adults in Swansea and 70% in Cardiff don’t care about how many sweets and sugary they eat. Research commissioned by Ricola sugar free confectionery also revealed that a whopping 53% of sweet toothed Cardiff adults…

A concert of Welsh and English music will be held at St John’s Church, Canton, CF5 1NX, on Friday 4th March at 7pm. The concert will celebrate the week of St David’s Day and all monies raised will be donated to local charity, Pedal Power. Brigyn, with their stunning songs and harmonies, will headline. Legendary Welsh folk singer, Heather Jones, and the hugely talented, Aled Rheon, are the supporting acts. The concert is in aid of Pedal Power, based in Pontcanna…

Latest figures show an increase of 14 per cent over 10 years in the number of new cancer cases in Wales, according to a new report published by Public Health Wales on World Cancer Day. The increase in cancer numbers in Wales is the result of people living longer, and an increase in many preventable cancers in middle-aged and younger pensioners, especially in women. The report from the Welsh Cancer Intelligence and Surveillance Unit (WCISU) demonstrates a clear link between…

I have a massive pair of boobies. There, I have said it! A big weight off my chest (Smirk!). A friend once asked if my bra was a spare for Cardiff Parachute troupe. I have heard many gags and comedy names for both of my boobs. My Brad Pitts, Airbags, Hooters, Knockers, Norks and Baps have been with me much of my adult life. I was once a flat chested teenager, dying to grow something that would fill a bra…

  Bio:  Dawn Evans (pictured above) is the owner of training services company Ajuda based in Cardiff Bay. In early December, Dawn gave gifts worth £1,000 to the Noah’s Ark Charity which supports sick and injured children in and around the city. This is the second year she’s been a ‘secret Santa’. Dawn was born and brought up in Cardiff and had a successful career in the fitness industry. However it an incident with her daughter Bethan which led her to…