Body & Soul

25/02/2026

🌿 At Body & Soul, we want people to live the healthiest life possible — and that means being intentional about building strength as we age. Because strong legs = independence. 💪🦵

Today’s functional move: Sit‑to‑Stand
One of the most important exercises you can do — and no equipment needed. It strengthens your legs, hips, and core, and directly improves your ability to move confidently in daily life.
Why it matters (real‑life wins):

Getting out of a chair without needing a push or a hand ✋🪑
Standing up from the toilet unaided 🚽💪
Moving with more balance, stability, and confidence
Reducing the risk of falls by strengthening everyday patterns of movement

How to try it:
Start seated, feet under knees, lean slightly forward, and stand up smoothly — then sit back with control.
Try 10-15 repetitions, 1–3 sets, at a pace that feels steady and safe. 🌟

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23/02/2026

🌿 At Body & Soul, we want people to live the healthiest life possible — and that means being intentional about building strength as we age. Strong today, independent tomorrow. 💪

Inclined Press‑Ups
A joint‑friendly way to work your chest, shoulders, arms, and core without getting on the floor. Perfect if you’re easing into push‑ups or returning to training. ✅
Why it matters (real‑life wins):

Push a heavy wheelie bin up the drive 🗑️➡️🏠
Control the hoover back and forth without strain 🧹
Brace to stand from low seats or reach and lift around the home 🛋️📦

How to try it:
Start at a comfortable incline (sturdy worktop, table, or wall). Do 2–3 sets of smooth reps, steady breathing. Lower the incline over time to progress. ⏳⬇️

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20/02/2026

If RT can do 90 press-ups at 90 … how many should I do at 64 ….💪🏃‍♀️👟🏋️….. our bodies are indeed wonderfully & fearfully made by a Designer who knew what he was doing.!

17/02/2026

A fascinating article on how being married improves health outcomes. Who would have thought it …?

By Libby Richards, Ph.D., Associate Professor of Nursing, Purdue University, Melissa Franks, Ph.D., Associate Professor of Human Development and Family

12/02/2026

With RT Kendall – We just made it onto their weekly engagement list by being one of their top engagers 🎉

12/02/2026

At least not yet raining ☔️ for an early morning walk.

12/02/2026

🌤️ Out for my quick 10‑minute morning walk to get some natural daylight!

This week at our Body & Soul Course, we looked at how achieving optimum health requires paying attention to our sleep and rest, and how strongly our body clock feeds into this. 🌙🕒

Just a few minutes of early light can help support a healthier circadian rhythm and better sleep later on. 🌱

👉 Find out more at: https://bodyandsoul.uk.com

07/02/2026

We gained 28 followers, created 61 posts and received 94 reactions in the past 90 days!

And we want to keep on building a community of people curating a healthy, happy, active life for themselves and their loved ones.

Thank you all for your continued support. I could not have done it without you. 🙏🤗🎉

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07/02/2026

That’s what we want to encourage at Body & Soul - a cohort of ‘Super Agers’.

Follow us here to boost your chances of being one! 👨‍🌾😌🏃‍♂️

05/02/2026

How healthy is YOUR Dinner??

Last week in our Body & Soul Course we’ve been talking about the Healthy Plate — a simple way to gauge whether your meal is working with your body.

Here’s the basic idea:
🥦 50% Vegetables
🍠 25% Carbohydrates (potatoes, whole grains, rice, bread, etc.)
🐟 25% Protein (fish for us tonight — and yes, this works wonderfully on a vegan diet too, it just takes a bit more intentionality)

We also talked about making smart swaps — and tonight we swapped mashed potato for mashed butter beans.

Butter beans have a lower glycaemic index and more fibre and protein, which is helpful if you’re keeping an eye on blood sugar.

Result? Absolutely delicious! 😋

And for the Nutrition Nerds among us (myself included):
👉 10.3 g fibre
👉 31 g protein
👉 323 kcal
Healthy, satisfying, and so simple. 💚

04/02/2026

This week on the Body & Soul Course, we’ve been focusing on the 🌟 power of movement.

Staying active is one of the most effective ways to support healthy ageing and long term vitality — but in our 21st century British lifestyle, most of us have to be intentional about making movement part of our day. 💚🏃‍♂️🚶‍♀️

Here in the UK, the NHS recommends:
• 150 minutes of moderate exercise each week (like a brisk walk) 🚶‍♀️✨, or
• 75 minutes of vigorous activity (such as running) 🏃‍♂️🔥

These minutes add up more easily than you might think — especially when you create small opportunities to move throughout your day. 🌿
Last year, we recorded a short video showing what “moderate vs vigorous” exercise looks like in real life…

So here’s another little clip of me and Carmelita out walking (…or running 😉). A reminder that it doesn’t have to be complicated — just move your body, regularly and joyfully. ✨💪

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03/02/2026

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🌟 Reconnect Body & Soul This March 🌟

Make 2026 a year of purpose. Join us for Embodied Spirituality – A Retreat for Body & Soul on 6–8 March 2026 at Stanton House Christian Retreat Center, Oxfordshire.

Discover how caring for your body is an act of worship and learn practical ways to live with strength, vitality, and joy—all within a supportive Christian community.

What you’ll experience:
✔ 📖 Biblical insights
✔ 🌸 Time to recharge
✅ 🙏 Christian wellness and wholeness
✅ 🍎 Evidence-based tools for a healthy body and soul
✅ 💪 Prepare to serve God with strength and joy
👉 Spaces are limited – book now!
🔗 https://bodyandsoul.uk.com/info/embodied-spirituality-a-retreat-for-body-and-soul/