Lauretta is best described as a walking contradiction. She moved to London from Derbyshire 10 years ago to see what all the fuss was about and hasn’t looked back. After graduating from University College London Medical School and becoming a doctor she realised she actually wanted to be a journalist. She now works as a freelance health writer and journalist for a variety of online and print publications. She’s a sucker for trying out new fitness trends, alternative therapies, and health foods – because how else will she find that one thing that actually works?
18
Jun
2013
Moose X-Training
Although I opted for a one-to-one training session in a park, Moose X-training offers all of its clients a choice in any open space
8
Apr
2013
Power Plates, Covent Garden
Experts say that the vibrations from the plates can cause the body’s muscles to contract and relax 30 times a second
18
Dec
2012
It’s the End of the World!
According to an ancient Mayan prophecy, the 21st of December 2012 - that's this very Friday - may be our last day on Earth
2
Nov
2012
Health on the Tube
So many people crammed so close together and so deep underground cannot be a very healthy situation, can it?
14
Aug
2012
How to Fulfill Your Olympic Dreams
London is full of clubs that offer lessons in Olympic-style sports, so it’s pretty easy to find out how it’s done for yourself
25
Jul
2012
The Benefits of Cranio-Sacral Therapy
Cranio-sacral therapy can help relieve stress, eliminate aches and pains, and restore overall mind-body harmony
5
Jul
2012
A Graceful Workout
The class starts with a session of barre work, in which pupils get to grips with the five key ballet arm and foot positions
14
Jun
2012
How to Rev Up Your Metabolism
Scientific research shows how using a few metabolism-boosting tricks on a daily basis can keep those love handles away
