Welcome to our February 2012 Newsletter!

The unusually mild weather suddenly gave way to a freezing winter last week, which can cause havoc with the condition of our hair, skin and nails. With this in mind, one of our Treatment Offers is the Deluxe Pedicure and Deluxe Manicure, an indulgent treat that leaves hands, feet, nails and fingers soft and beautiful! Also on offer during March & April is Thai Yoga Massage; a uniquely relaxing yet energising and highly effective therapeutic treatment, ideal for anyone regardless of their level of flexibility.

With the winter cold outside, why not come inside to do some group exercise classes to keep your fitness levels up? Try something new, such as Yoga, Zumba,

Body Sculpt or Ballet. Exercising in a group makes it more fun and therefore, more effective. With small classes of max 8-9 and no Membership or Joining fees, you can’t go wrong. For your 10% early booking discount, please book and pay for your 6 week course by Friday 17th February 2012.

Post Natal Depression or ‘Baby Blues’ affects a lot of new mum’s. Getting proper rest, nutrition and support are quite important, but research also shows that exercise can be very beneficial. Have a look at our schedule for the Mum & Baby classes.

Valentine’s day is fast approaching, so for that extra special present, why not buy a Pampering Treatment Gift Voucher, for the women/man in your life? Choose from Hot Stone Massage, Organic Facials, Aromatherapy or a Deluxe Pedicure, just to a mention a few. Call us now for more information.

To boost confidence and have a laugh, come along to our Funny Women Comedy Workshop or the 'Closet Control' workshop, which will give you styling tips and help you take control of your wardrobe.

As always, we are looking forward to seeing you soon!

Central heating in winter plus constant temperature changes from hot to cold can play havoc with our skin. Whether sensitive skin or dry skin, extra strength day and night creams, face serums and face oils will all help to protect and nourish your skin. Focusing on the face is important but don’t forget hands and nails which also need looking after with an extra touch of rehydration during the colder months. Also, remember to drink at least six glasses of water throughout the day, as this will help rehydration from the inside.

The Natural Elements range of skin care products, found at Earthlife, are totally natural and does not contain any harsh petrochemicals, drying alcohols or synthetic perfumes. Instead the products are full of botanical plant extracts, vital essential oils and are all made in the UK.

TREATMENT OFFERS

Thai Yoga Massage
15% off a 90 min treatments

Thai Yoga Massage is an ancient healing therapy that works on the physical, emotional and spiritual balance of the body. The receiver lies on a futon style mattress with loose clothing on. It is a deep full body treatment combining acupressure, gentle stretching and applied Hatha Yoga. The practitioner uses not only their hands but also feet, arms, elbows and knees.

This helps release blocked energy and frees the body's own natural healing potential, thus restoring balance, health and harmony. The body is revitalised leaving a feeling of calmness and improved energy levels.

Deluxe Manicure and
Deluxe Pedicure 
15% Off until 31st March

During the cold winter months nails and cuticles on both hands and feet, becomes very dry and can cause the nails to break and cuticles to become damaged; leaving your hands looking dry and lifeless. Treat your hands and feet with a deluxe manicure or pedicure and have them revived ready for spring!

In addition to the usual steps of cuticle work, filing, buffing and application of polish, the Deluxe Manicure or Pedicure also includes the application of paraffin wax. These treatments are particular popular in the winter because they are warning and they provide a great deal of moisture to dry and cracked skin.

During paraffin wax treatments, the skin is bathed in warmth, which helps the pores to open and the skin soften. Once the skin has been allowed to soak in the wax and the layer has hardened, it can be pulled off in one solid piece. Because the wax is soft and contains oil, it does not become very stiff and does not adhere to the skin. After the paraffin wax treatment the skin is left slick and soft.

To book any of these treatments, please contact Earthlife on 020 8940 0888 or email info@earth-life.co.uk.

As mentioned; Group Exercise is a fun way to get fit, meet new friends and get new challenges. Here are some of our classes, where we have some spaces available:

Hatha Yoga for Beginners
with Samantha Stonefield
Tuesday 18:45-20:00

Samantha completed the Sivananda Yoga Teacher Training Course, graduating in Classical Hatha Yoga.  She says she does not know where to start with explaining how life transforming her Yoga journey has been and would highly recommend it to everyone. In her classes she will include the Sun Salutations strengthening, lengthening and balancing postures, deeper relaxation and breathing exercises. If you have not tried Yoga before or have only done a few classes, this is the perfect opportunity to learn from the start.

Zumba
with Carolina Gomez-Aubert
Tuesday-20:00-21:00

Carolina was born and raised in El Salvador and moved to London 8 years ago to develop her career in social entrepreneurship. Along the way she found Zumba; a fitness programme that allows her to keep close to her passion for movement, Latin rhythms and sweating all mixed up in a cocktail of fun! As in-house-latin and dance extraordinaire she teaches Zumba in London and has taught in the US, Italy and Latin America.

Come and join her for an hour on Tuesday’s evening - a class filled with great music, lots of moves and cheeky smiles…

Body Sculpt Class
with Gina Meyer
Thursday 09:30-10:30

Gina, a mum at Queen’s School, has been a fitness instructor for the past 11 years. She has taught at numerous athletic clubs in USA, as well trained college and professional athletes.

Gina has a broad range of training and experience in sports exercise classes, such as power pump, core strength, pilates, boot camp, low and high impact aerobics and senior fitness classes. The Body Sculpting class will focus on toning various parts of the body with emphasis on the legs, buttocks, arms, chest, back and the abdominal areas. The class is a great full-body workout and will suit all fitness levels. Be ready to increase your core strength, balance and flexibility!

Introduction to the Barre
Ballet for Adults
with Angela – Wed 18:00-19:00
with Donna - Fri 11:00-12:00

To book in for any of the classes above or some of the others on our timetable, please call Earthlife on 020 8940 0888.

A 10% early booking discount is available for full courses booked and paid for by Friday 17th February.

You've just given birth to a wonderful baby, and everyone's ecstatic. Everyone, that is, except you. If this is supposed to be such a happy time, why do you feel so low?

You're not alone, postnatal depression affects a large amount of mothers. Some degree of emotional vulnerability is natural and expected after childbirth. If you have the blues, you may be weepy, anxious, unable to sleep and you may also be irritable or moody.

Research has shown that an exercise program can be very effective against depression, and especially group exercise with other mums. You may find it hard in the beginning, but the key is getting started. Make a pact with yourself to take a walk today. Step by step, you will start feeling better. Begin exercising with short walks or swims. Exercise will help you feel better in many ways both physical and emotional. We know that studies prove that regular exercise helps combat depression, plus it will help you regain your pre-baby body much more quickly.

Your new baby will benefit from your exercise program as well as it is a truly wonderful way for your baby to get out and experience all the world has to offer. The sights, sounds and smells of the great outdoors will be very stimulating for your baby. And who knows, both you and your baby may make some new friends while you are exercising and showing him off.

At Earthlife we offer a variety of Mum & Baby classes, such as Buggyfit, which is done outdoors in the fresh air with your baby in its buggy. A one hour class of power walking, stretches, strengthening and toning, which will improve posture and pelvic floor strength to make you look and feel great! We also offer Baby Massage classes

and Mum & Baby Yoga to promote strength and vitality and improve posture through gentle yoga poses, which are done with the babies, allowing mum and baby to get to know and bond with each other.

To book in for any of our Mum & Baby classes, please call Earthlife on 020 8940 0888.