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A GREAT WINTER DISCOUNT FROM CUTTING EDGE MOWERS

admin — Wed, 09 Nov 2011 20:07:29 +0000

Cutting Edge Mowers are offering a massive 20% discount on service, labour and sharpening costs this winter. This fantastic offer makes it the best time to have your all your garden machinery serviced.
During winter garden machinery deteriorates considerably and unleaded petrol goes off, making the engine difficult to start.
Wintertime servicing avoids this. It ensures efficient and reliable working and it’s ready for spring, and you save money at the same time.
Consider restoring your favourite old mower back to its original glory? CuttingEdgeMowers.com has sourced many now obsolete parts to get most machines working properly again. Older machines are robust, better built and often more reliable once serviced, as many of their customers have found. Use their free MOT offer to review its condition.
Tool sharpening is a speciality. Cutting Edge Mowers sharpen not only garden tools but also DIY tools needed for your next project. Make the jobs easier. Sharp tools help you achieve a professional result around the house and garden. The 20% discount offer is available in November and December. For more information please telephone 0115 929 0551.

FREE WUTAN MARTIAL ARTS CLASSES IN NOVEMBER

admin — Wed, 09 Nov 2011 17:14:24 +0000

After the successful launch of the Wutan Martial Arts School in West Bridgford last January, both junior and senior kung fu have firmly established themselves as regular classes. They offer authentic Chinese martial arts (practiced by Bruce Lee, Jackie Chan and Jet Li). All Instructors are CRB-checked with up-to-date insurance and first aid and child protection training. Wutan is offering a free first lesson throughout November. Check the timetable to see which class best suits you:

Monday: Becket School, Wilford Lane, West Bridgford.
Junior Kung Fu 6.30pm-7.30pm
Senior Kung Fu 7.30pm-8.30pm

Thursday: International Community Centre, Mansfield Road,.
Chinese Kick Boxing/Kung Fu 7-8.15pm
Tai Chi 6.30pm-7.30pm

Saturday: Portland Leisure Centre, Muskham Street, Meadows.
Junior Kung Fu 11am-12noon

You can telephone Anthony Godfrey on 07985 592 414 or send an email to wutanthony@gmail.com in advance, or simply turn up and mention the Local News newspaper.

IS YOUR KITCHEN READY FOR CHRISTMAS?

admin — Wed, 09 Nov 2011 17:13:29 +0000

Christmas is not only an expensive time but also one of anguish for many of us. During this season, there will be likely visits from the in-laws, friends, neighbours and perhaps a visit from rarely-seen family members. Have you prepared your home for the white glove treatment? Most of us haven’t.
Your oven plays a vital role at Christmas. A dirty oven conjures months or years of old food smells for the whole family to enjoy. It is also more likely to produce smoke and, more importantly, a clean oven bakes and cooks much more thoroughly, whilst extending its life. With the Spring Fresh treatment, your oven will very often look like new again, with shiny chrome shelves, fresh and clean enamel surfaces and clear, shiny glass panels (depending on the wear and tear of the surfaces).
So this Christmas you may once again enjoy observing your roasts a roasting and watch your cakes rising, whilst savouring those freshly cooking aromas. Spring Fresh can also clean your cooker hood, cooking hobs, microwaves, fridges and freezers, as well as replacing worn parts. There’s a special offer for Local News readers of a 10% discount if booked by Wednesday 30th November (quote: NG2XMS). Call David on
07944 065 706 for more information or to make a booking.

JOY FOR NOTTINGHAM SOLAR COMPANY

admin — Wed, 09 Nov 2011 17:12:40 +0000

A Nottingham-based company has won a £3.6 million Solar PV contract with Saffron Housing Trust in Norfolk. After awarding Solar Panel Installer UK 500 home installations contracts, Steve Burns, group managing director at Saffron, said: “The main reason we chose Solar Panel Installer UK over and above other national Solar PV companies was their quality of service, product innovation and the most competitively priced.”
John Rowley, managing director, added: “We are proud to win the Saffron contract over the competition but the grass roots of our business is firmly based in the East Midlands. Solar PV panels benefit the environment by reducing the amount of electricity produced from fossil fuels and as such are of benefit to a wider environment in which we live.
“A Solar PV system uses energy from the sun to generate electricity. It doesn’t need sunlight to produce electricity – only daylight, even in winter. So you could be helping to lower your bills by reducing the amount of electricity you need from your supplier.”
For your free no obligation quote call 0115 924 8160 or visit solarpanelinstalleruk.co.uk.

FITNESS PERCEPTIONS: SPECIALISING IN PROGRAMMES FOR MUMS (NEW AND OLD)

admin — Wed, 09 Nov 2011 17:11:53 +0000

By Lisa Evans
Having two children myself, I know only too well what impact this has on our body, mind and fitness levels. Whether you have fairly recently had a baby or your children are rapidly growing up and you still haven’t dealt with those weight and fitness goals, I can help you to finally address your needs.
The first initial consultation session with me would be free and would be a chance for you to check out me and my studio and for us to discuss what arrangements would best suit you. The unique combination of my fitness training and skills as a clinical psychologist, with eight years experience in the NHS, I can motivate people to work towards and achieve their goals.
For more details call 07917 360 549, send an email to fitnessperceptions@gmail.com or visit the website at fitnessperceptions.co.uk.

POSTNATAL EXERCISE – WANT TO GET BACK INTO SHAPE?

admin — Wed, 09 Nov 2011 17:10:49 +0000

Are you a new mum wanting to get back into shape? Claire Mockridge is a postnatal expert and is here to answer your questions about exercising after birth.
When can you return to exercise after birth?
New mums can return to exercise six to eight weeks (natural birth), or eight to 12 weeks (c-section). Make sure you’ve had your doctor’s health check-up first.
What happens to the abdominals during pregnancy?
The six-pack muscle which runs from your breast bone to your pubic bone is joined together with a strong fibrous sheath called the Linea Alba.
As pregnancy develops, the Linea Alba (painlessly) lengthens and, in some cases, separates. It’s a bit like cling film stretching apart. The abdominals start to re-align within a few weeks after birth. If you have a gap in these muscles of more than two fingers, you need to be cautious.
What sorts of exercise should new mums do?
Pilates-based exercise, or a postnatal exercise class really are your safest options. Exercises in mainstream fitness classes could do more harm than good (old-fashioned sit ups, for example are a definite no), and not all fitness instructors are qualified to teach postnatal women.
Claire runs Postnatal Fitness Classes (indoors) and Postnatal Pilates Classes. Visit mummiesandbuggies.co.uk or corebaby.co.uk, or call Claire on 07747 656 550.

THE HEALING POWER OF TAI CHI FOR THE OVER 50S

admin — Wed, 09 Nov 2011 17:09:27 +0000

What is Tai Chi?
Tai Chi is an ancient Chinese martial art which trains both the body and also the mind.
It is much more powerful than it looks because it focuses on developing inner awareness, energy and strength.
Why do it – especially if you’re over 50?
The choreographed Tai Chi sequence known as the ‘form’ has slow, controlled movements which gently massage joints and internal organs, making it particularly suitable for older people.
With regular practice Tai Chi can improve the way you stand and move. It strengthens bones and muscles and also improves balance, co-ordination and flexibility.
It improves the circulation of blood, lymph and other fluids, enhances the immune system and improves concentration and memory. Benefits can be felt from the very first session.
Inner calm
Tai Chi involves slow, deep, rhythmic breathing which nourishes and relaxes body and mind. This can help to relieve stress, anxiety, pain and anger. The inner calm of Tai Chi improves the flow of qi, the vital energy that Chinese philosophy believes essential for health.
To find out more about Tai Chi for the over 50s, please contact Joy Parsons on 0115 974 3542 or visit taichi-joy.co.uk.

AROMATHERAPY MASSAGE IS RELAXING AND THERAPEUTIC

admin — Wed, 09 Nov 2011 17:08:26 +0000

The value of natural plant oils has been recognised for many hundreds of years for their healing and mood-enhancing properties, as well as for the pleasure of their fragrances. The art of aromatherapy harnesses these aromatic essences to restore harmony of body and mind disrupted by stress, pollution, unhealthy diet and a hectic lifestyle.
Aromatherapy has proven beneficial for many problems including hormonal imbalance, skin conditions, headaches, but especially stress, fatigue and anxiety.
An aromatherapy massage combines the benefits of therapeutic touch with the healing properties of pure essential oils, using a blend created especially for you on the day of treatment.
This therapy is highly beneficial when administered to the whole body. This will usually include the back, neck and shoulders, back and front of legs, feet, arms and hands, chest, face and scalp, but will be tailored to your own needs.
Put yourself in the highly-trained and experienced hands of the therapists at Real Retreat this November and relax like never before.
Receive a one-hour aromatherapy massage for £30, this is a saving of £10 on the usual price. Call 0115 982 7766 or alternatively visit their website at real-retreat.com to make your appointment.

EDITORIAL FROM WEST BRIDGFORD PILATES STUDIO

admin — Wed, 09 Nov 2011 17:06:59 +0000

Pilates has become very popular in recent years and with good reason. As physiotherapists, we find the concept of pilates fits very well with our own teaching of muscular balance, core stability and body alignment. We use these principles to educate patients in the most effective way to use their bodies for everyday tasks and for their sport or exercise regime. Often we recommend our patients to go onto a pilates class after their treatment is complete, especially those with back problems. We are therefore delighted to announce the opening of our new pilates studio within the clinic.
Lots of places run pilates classes, but at West Bridgford Pilates Studio we’re proud to be offering you something a bit different – classes run entirely by chartered physiotherapists. Our experienced physios are registered with the Health Professions Council and have gone on to train with the Australian Physiotherapy and Pilates Institute. Within our spacious well equipped studio. we are keeping the classes small and intimate, so our clients get plenty of individual attention and guidance from supportive teachers. To make booking please call 0115 969 6209 or visit westbridgfordpilates.co.uk.

THINK YOURSELF THIN THIS WINTER

admin — Wed, 09 Nov 2011 17:06:11 +0000

Imagine you have had a gastric band fitted. Now close your eyes and really imagine it. Does your stomach feel smaller? Do you feel you can’t eat as much? That’s what the Hypno-Band promises to do, using the power of mind over matter. A surgical gastric band works by reducing the size of the stomach and therefore you eat smaller portions and feel full more quickly. By using the Hypno-Band Hypnotherapy system, a state of mind is created where you will believe you actually have a gastric band fitted.
This is a long-term solution to weight loss problems. It is a safe, risk-free and less costly alternative to gastric band surgery using a combination of CBT and hypnotherapy. It is the world’s number-one gastric band hypnotherapy system with over 400 licensed practitioners in 16 countries. Call Kate on 0115 822 4874 or 07941 357 973 for a free consultation.