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Rage Against The Machine – Wake Up

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Ida Corr vs. Fedde Le Grand – Let me think about it

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Spontaneity is the cornerstone of any healthy relationship so why not take a leap, quite literally, together? Yes we’re talking about bungee jumping. Nothing screams ‘true love’ more than being tied to your lover and hurtling headfirst towards the pavement. That’s romantic right?

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Did you crash and burn? Never mind, many gyms are running Valentines themed classes designed to get the heart pumping even if your love life fails to do so. Check out what high intensity classes your gym might be doing this weekend. If you’re a member of Gymbox (fancy pants) they’re offering their Valentine’s Day Massacre to sweat out the love.

 

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More than Gym buddies?

Any other time of the year we’d probably advise against hitting on a fellow gym member, after all they’re there to work out, none of us look our best when we’ve got our sweat on and if you are turned down then it’s just going to be awkward. 

That said there are TONS of beautiful singles moaning on Twitter that they’ll be in the gym instead of a date for Valentines so odds are if someone’s working out Friday night they’ll probably single, why not strike up a conversation? Just don’t lead with “Hey there – it’s your turn to spot me because I spotted you from across the room when you got in”

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What could be more romantic than watching a sunset? Well, how about racing it instead?

Held in the Lake District, Race the Sunset is the perfect opportunity for you and your other half to come together as you set off at sunrise and complete a 50 mile cycle, scale Helvellyn and paddle across Lake Thirlmere. You can admire the gorgeous countryside whilst keeping a whether eye on that beautiful horizon as you both race to complete each task before the sun goes down. Set at the end of August, that leaves plenty of time for you to break the news, get training and raise money for charity to boot. Signups are for teams of 4 – double date anyone?

Details here: http://www.actionforcharity.co.uk/eventdetailsnew2.php/urlsearch/Race-the-Sun-Lake-District-2014

Valentines Day

In tribute to Valentines we decided to give everything an amorous induced twist on the blog this week. If, like us, you completely forgot about the dreaded Vday (crap – I’ve got to buy a card) and are stuck for ideas to woo your significant other – never fear we’ve got you covered. Similarly, if you’re single we’ve got some stuff that might peak your interest too. 

Kev Brady

Just do it!

In tandem with our post last Friday we wanted to post our congrats to British adventurer Kev Brady. Paddling 14 hours a day for three months he completed a solo rowing mission down the Mississippi river whilst determinedly steering his canoe through one of the harshest US winters on record. (oh, and raising £3000 for sick children in Gloucestershire Royal Hospital in the process) 

The prep work involved?  One weekend messing about on his local river before heading out and doing it. Just shows what anyone of us can do, if we get out there and just do it. Nicely done Kev. 

Check out his Facebook page here to see how he got on and a fun victory video when he finished too: https://www.facebook.com/paddlingthemississippi

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Eagles of Death Metal - I Want you so Hard

Obstacle Races

We’re throwing down the gauntlet and challenging you, YES YOU, to sign up to race.

Getting that work/exercise/life balance

Time. It’s probably the number one factor that can inhibit us all from cracking on with our workouts. Between juggling work, personal commitments, odd jobs (and let’s face it the preferable pub session) it can sometimes feel that there just aren’t enough hours in the day.

Guilty of being an A-class procrastinator here are the methods I use to ensure that run or workout gets in.

Man-Flu

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The Crystal Method - Born too Slow

A Cure for Hangovers?

Drinkers of the world unite! No longer will we have to suffer the retching sickness, the pounding headaches and bothersome fatigue that hit after a night on the town. Quite possibly, the greatest service to man is now on offer: a hangover cure in 30 minutes.

Nintendo-Fit for 2015

With Nintendo’s new business plan comes the promise of some interesting developments that could help with your health and fitness