Health & Wellness at the Kempinski Hotel Bahía, Estepona, Costa Del Sol

Spain, you say? Yep, you can escape Blighty’s winter misery and embark on an active holiday instead.  Where do we sign up?

If you like active vibes on your holiday, then you we recommend a trip to Estepona, aptly labelled the European City of Sport in 2013. It has an optimal climate for playing all kinds of sports, with an average temperature of 19ºC, and sunshine more than 325 days of the year.

Estepona also boasts 21km of coastline, including 17 beaches, a modern marina and plenty of water sports to try. Meanwhile, Escuela de Arte Ecuestre Costa del Sol is one of the most renowned horse-riding centres in Spain. Need more? Try eight golf courses, a modern sports park and karting circuit. You get the picture.

The five-star Kempinski Hotel Bahía is located just 3km from Estepona and serves as a perfect base for a luxury break. Its Beauty & Wellness Centre features a state-of-the-art Fitness Centre, including a TechnoGym Kinesis wall, a new Finnish sauna, steam bath and relaxation area. The Fitness Centre features the latest machines, stunning garden views and personal trainers to help clients achieve the best results within a short period of time.

It’s possible to take a private yoga class on the law, too. Healthy snacks, including smoothies, are served by the pool.

Those with tired feet should consider the full Bastien Gonzalez treatment; regarded as the no.1 podiatrist in the world, you’ll only find his treatments in the world’s best spas.

The hotel’s Golf Desk offers various packages and special prices within the area. The hotel’s agreement with over 20 golf courses allows discerning golfers to choose from courses such as Valderrama,
Alcaidesa Links and Finca Cortesin.

Find out more by visiting www.Kempinski.com/Marbella

Slimmeria Retreat

East Sussex

Instead of piling on the pounds next time you go on holiday, why don’t you try and lose some weight instead?

Slimming holidays are increasing in popularity, and Slimmeria at Hye House is a famous detox retreat in the beautiful East Sussex countryside.

Four thousand people visit each year with the ambition of either shedding a few pounds through ‘fasting’, or by undertaking a
quick detox and energy fix.

The programme is fun but intense. Guests enjoy a morning two-hour countryside or seaside walk, followed by a fitness class and yoga session. You can also choose froma selection
of spa treatments in the afternoon. Those who embrace the
full programme can lose up to 2lbs a day, providing you stick to
the ultra-low calorie (400-a-day) vegetarian diet. There’s no cheating here…

Package durations range between short two-day and longer seven-day visits, depending on your goals and stamina.

A full seven-day package, including five steam treatments, five body massages and five facials, costs from £1,600.

FOR MORE INFORMATION VISIT WWW.slimmeria.co.uk

Greenwich Park Race

December 10, January 8 and February 12

Stay in shape this winter in the beautiful surroundings of Greenwich Park…

Following the success and popularity of the Greenwich Park Race in last year’s Royal Parks Winter Series – the first race of which this year takes place in November www.royalparksraces.com – the organisers have decided to put on three alternative races in the beautiful surroundings of Greenwich Park.

Starting on December 10, they will be organising three chip-timed 10km runs – consisting of two 5km laps – throughout the winter and either side of Christmas. Each race is UKA Licensed and runners will receive a goody bag and medals after each event. Competitors can also expect marshals, water stations, toilets and a baggage area. All runners are welcomed into a friendly atmosphere where the organisers aim to help people to get fit before and after an indulgent festive period!

You can enter each race for just £16-£18. Alternatively, you can enter all three for £45, and bag yourself a tech t-shirt in the process.
BOOKINGS ARE OPEN NOW

www.theraceorganiser.com/greenwich-park-winter-10km-series.html

Wing Walking Challenge
Leeds: 28 May 2017
Essex: April – October 2017

An incredible experience offering the chance to walk on the wing of a plane as it zooms through the air at up to 130mph. Strapped in using a five-point harness, your friends and family will be welcomed along to watch you tackle this epic challenge. High resolution cameras will record your flight to show to the world after wards. Dates are available for aerodromes in both Leeds and Essex. Not for the faint-hearted!
www.life-changingchallenges.co.uk

White Rose Ultra
November 5 & 6 2016

An Ultra-Marathon event situated in the spectacular surroundings of Colne Valley, Yorkshire. Offering 30-mile, 60-mile or 100-mile routes through Marsden, Scapegoat Hill and PoleMoor – the longest distance having had a 10-mile extension from 2016 – people of all abilities will be able push their limits. Water and feed stations will be found along the way, with time tracking also on offer. One not to be missed this autumn.
www.whiteroseultra.co.uk

Cotswold Way Challenge
1-2 July 2017

An incredibly picturesque run through the beautiful setting of the Cotswolds, having set off from the historical city of Bath. After 100km you’ll find yourself crossing the finish line in Cheltenham, having tackled a few tough hills along the way. There’s a 50km challenge for those less experienced, and a two-day option that offers half the distance on both the Saturday and Sunday. Free meals, rest stops, medals and t-shirts included.
www.cotswoldwaychallenge.com

Essex Season Ender
November 20

A perfect end-of-season event that takes cyclists through the stunning scenery of Ilford, overlooking the City of London along the way. Offering 42-mile and 72-mile routes, both multi-terrain with both hills and flats included, riders of all levels will feel both challenged and accomplished one the finish line is reached. Chip timing, snack stops and free products included.
www.sportiveuk.co.uk