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Hello to a happy 2015 Pebbles Hypnotherapy PAINFUL FEET?

Virtual Gastric Band Mrs Lesley Taylor
The Council’s Health Swindon team on Weight Loss System MCFHP, MAFHP, MIIR, MAR
embracing a new you in the new year
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small, achievable change. 07561544511 0808 108 8545
New Year resolutions date back www.pebbleshypnotherapy.com or 01793 849914
thousands of years; historically it Clinic at: 113 High Street
was a time to pay homage to a Pebbles Hypnotherapy Royal Wootton Bassett
new or existing king or leader. This get together with friends and do
links to the idea of a fresh start or something creative;
just a point in time to make a new n Be active – everyone can do a Kathryn
commitment to something. little more, whether that means
Yet the gap between intention and getting a pedometer and measuring Gater
action can be quite large sometimes, steps, downloading the free Couch
so this is a chance to choose to 5K app, or signing up for a new MCFHP MAFHP
something that you really think you class. There’s no shortage of types
Registered member of the British
can change. of class in Swindon and there are Association of Foot Health Professionals
This may include walking also specific programmes if
more, buying one fewer Swindon Borough you want to lose weight ■ Treat your feet at the Foot Health Clinic
packet of biscuits, or Council hopes 2015 and get fit. These include ■ Corns, callous, cracked heels, nail
infections, verrucae, nail care and
one less takeaway. is a happy one for you. Dietbusters for adults, foot massage.
After the excesses of Don’t forget to follow Walk Fit and other ■ Professional care in a relaxed and
the festive season, @HealthSwindon on exercise sessions, or friendly setting.
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the number of days info and advice. and the whole family. www.swindonhealingrooms.co.uk
Call Kathryn: 07789 542282
you drink alcohol or n Take notice – being 07503 633242
taking the Dry January aware of the world around Basepoint Centre, West Swindon SN5 7EX
challenge and cutting out alcohol you and enjoy the sunshine and
for 31 days, getting free support to nature, even if it’s a bit brisk outside
try and quit smoking or asking your in January;
GP for an NHS Health Check. n Give something – after all those
The other focus should be on you. presents, try giving something more
The Five Ways to Wellbeing are to simple but just as valuable, such as
improve how people feel. They are: a smile or time.
n Connecting to people at home, Helping others creates a response
work, school, or in the local in the reward section of the brain
community. There is good evidence which makes you feel happier and
that social interaction can not only adds to a sense of purpose and Where families get fi t and healthy for free!
improve mental health but also belonging to a community.
benefit how you feel physically and One example of volunteering in the Alive ‘n’ Kicking is a fun,
even reduce the risk of dementia; town is Swindon Circles which offers free 10-week programme
n Learning a new skill or restarting people the opportunity to befriend for children and young
an old hobby. Swindon has a great an older person, spending a little bit people aged 5-16 years.
range of colleges and groups of time with them on a regular basis
offering different activities, or to lend a helping hand. If you think your child is above
Knit and Run to make a difference a healthy weight and you would
like further information about
TRACEY Major from North Swindon One bespoke sports wheelchair Alive ‘n’ Kicking
has two passions - knitting and costs about £4,000 or a lightweight .
running. manual wheelchair costs £2,500. Call Emma Sperring on:
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and the Great South wheelchair and she needs or email
Run in 2014, and she’s sponsors and raffle prizes. [email protected]
now training for the When she’s not running
Virgin Money London Tracey is knitting and is Alive ‘N’ Kicking @ANK_HQ
Marathon in April. working on how to do both
Tracey’s aim is to raise at the same time.
£1,800 for Get Kids If you have any fundrais-
Going, the charity which supports ing ideas or could sponsor her email
children with disabilities, some of [email protected] or donate via
whom go on to compete in sports. justgiving.com/Tracey-Major.
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