Last classes of 2011, new classes for 2012
The last Capoeira class for 2011 will be in Whitechapel on Monday 19th December. Make sure you get there to get your last Capoeira fix of the year!!
Then we’ll be back ready to kick off the Christmas podge from Saturday 7th January 2012!!! in Southend. Make sure you make it to the first class of the year, we’ll make a special roda, and a celebratory get together afterwards, with traditional brazilian snacks and all!
Thank you all so much for your support in 2011, we are very much looking forward to a sweaty and healthy 2012 with you all!
See you in the last class, next Monday
Damage limitation over the Christmas period!!
This is certainly the season to be jolly, and I am a firm believer of letting your hair down and enjoying yourself, but at what expense? It would be a shame to put all of your hard work in 2011 to waste over a few Christmas parties and cheap 2 for 1 offers on chocolates from your local supermarket.
So lets see how we can still let our hair down, relax, but still stay in control…
- Reduce alcohol Set a one- to two-glass limit per party. Alcohol lacks nutritional benefits, lessens the absorption of micronutrients, causes liver damage and hinders the immune system. It also weakens our will power, so you are more likely to eat fatty foods and find it hard to exercise.
- Don’t drink on an empty stomach Food slows absorption of alcohol into the bloodstream, so eat a small, healthy, protein-based meal or snack (like a tuna salad, protein bar or almonds) before drinking.
- Stay hydrated Alcohol dehydrates the body and the byproduct of metabolised alcohol, called acetaldehyde, causes a hangover. For every glass of wine (or beer) you drink, alternate with an equal amount of water. This also gives your body more time to metabolise the alcohol.
- Eat something healthy and sustaining Before you head out the door, always eat a small meal or something sustaining. It will keep you in control and stop you reaching for any deep-fried or fatty canapes without thinking.
- Don’t skip your exercise The party season is no excuse to sleep in and stop training. A daily exercise regime will keep you feeling energised and focused on eating properly too.
