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When it comes to staying fit and healthy, we all know that a combination of exercise and a balanced diet is the key. Whilst exercising is mostly straightforward - increasing the heart rate to burn calories - there can be a difficulty in finding the right foods to best compliment working out. With so much to choose from and an array of hidden ingredients, you never know what you might be eating. Superfoods (so called owing to their 'super' health benefits) may be the answer to this problem. By incorporating them into our everyday diet we reduce the risk of chronic disease and can even prolong life. 

Overlooking the beautiful Monchique hills and coastline, I knew Longevity Wellness Resort in Portugal would be the perfect setting for us to hold our own yoga & Pilates retreat with renowned health expert and Fitness TV Presenter Angie Newson. The exclusive five night retreat started on 5th September at this luxurious health and wellness retreat with a full itinerary of daily yoga and Pilates classes and other added activities which included; Cardio box, Aqua fit, power hiking, sunset walks, cookery lessons, wellness workshops and more.

Choosing to go away as a couple can highlight more than ever a clash of interests between partners. Whilst women generally enjoy relaxing on the beach, yoga and Pilates, followed by pampering in the spa, men prefer to embrace and enjoy the sport and fitness facilities available, be it the 18 hole golf course, the PADI scuba centre or the chance to learn a new fitness skill in Kickboxing. A hobby holiday could be the perfect solution to this dilemma, offering a dose of something to keep everybody happy. With the real promise of saving your relationship, partners can both enjoy time away doing what they want as opposed to sacrificing their own preferences.

Everyone's familiar with low energy levels which can cause us to feel fatigued, mentally foggy or irritable. It's no surprise that we all tend to go through that lull in the middle of the day where regaining even a smidgen of energy seems impossible. Getting a quick energy fix can be really simple by making a few changes to your daily routine. We share five ways to increase your energy and recommend five of our best energy boosting holidays.

Charlotte Dormon finds a delicious way to detox at the Absolute Sanctuary Retreat in Koh Samui.

After battling through another cold winter and the stress of London life grinding me down, I decided it was time to recharge the body, relax the mind and book in some well-deserved 'me time'.

Whether your aim is to get in shape, improve your health or detox your body and mind, we have a comprehensive guide to 10 of the best healthy holidays to achieve your goals. From beach spa holidays in St Lucia to yoga holidays in Thailand and fitness holidays in Ibiza, escape from the monotony of daily life and rejuvenate yourself in stunning surroundings on one of our recommended healthy holidays. 

The BodyHoliday, St Lucia's leading all-inclusive wellness resort and spa holiday, sizzles all summer long with the introduction of new fitness retreats and beauty offerings. From Rhythm Foxtrot to family beach-athlons, the resort is offering a range of out-of-the-box health and fitness programmes, including Jive June, Well Fit Families and September Solos. For those after a lower octane experience, they are also opening a new beauty bar.  

I started my apprenticeship on the 3rd September last year and after a one week introduction of training and learning about the brand, I hit the ground running. There are no photocopying and tea run type jobs to do here but rather a variety of different tasks, some done on a daily basis and others done intermittently. In the last 7 months I have learnt everything from social media marketing strategies to the development and upkeep of our website, and most recently I have been involved in the design of the new site that is set to be launched in the summer. 

Reflexology is a harmonising therapy that involves the application of pressure to specific points, known as reflexes, to encourage the body to heal from within. The practice is based on the belief that the feet and hands mirror the body and that every organ in the body can be mapped onto areas of the feet called reflex points. By using these 'mini-maps', therapists are trained to stimulate reflex points on the map by using their thumbs and fingers and therefore bring about a positive effect on the corresponding parts of the body. Reflexology aims to facilitate a free flow of energy in the body so that we are balanced and healthy, any obstructions to this may result in illness. With ever increasing levels of stress in everyday life, it is important that people take responsibility for their well-being. Reflexology may mitigate stress, help you sleep better and improve your mood.

Looking for a different way to celebrate Christmas this year? Escape the holiday madness and leave behind a cooler climate by packing your bags for a healthy and warm getaway. We recommend our top 5 healthy Christmas holidays this year, so you can have a complete change of scenery and begin the New Year feeling revitalised.