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Yahoo
3 days ago
- Health
- Yahoo
Forget the gym — this 10-minute mobility routine boosts your flexibility and improves your posture without equipment
When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. Everyone can benefit from doing more mobility work, and it doesn't have to take a lot of time to achieve the results you want. This 10-minute mobility routine from fitness trainer Fraser Wilson doesn't require any equipment, so it's easy to fit into your routine, and if you do it two or three times a week, it will quickly help to improve your posture and flexibility. If you want to roll out one of the best yoga mats to make floor exercises more comfortable, then go ahead, but otherwise, you don't need anything for this stretching session aside from a bit of space. Watch Fraser Wilson's 10-minute mobility routine There are 14 stretches in the routine and Wilson performs the whole thing in the video, so you can follow along to make sure you're getting into the right position and holding each pose for the correct length of time. The routine stretches the whole body and while that makes it a very time-efficient session to add to your weekly schedule, if you do have areas of the body that need more attention, then it might be worth also doing some more specific stretches for them — if it's your hips in particular that are tight, try these five moves to help unlock them. This mobility routine will benefit everyone, and is especially good for those doing regular workouts at the gym and taxing their muscles. Doing it after a training session will speed up your recovery from the workout and hopefully reduce the risk of experiencing any delayed-onset muscle soreness (DOMS). It's also a great way to relax the body after a tough workout, with the slow stretches helping to ease you off after your training, while also benefiting the muscles. For improving your mobility, it'll take some time for that benefit to appear — years of tightness don't disappear overnight after just one session. However, if you stick to doing this routine (or ones like it) several times a week, you will begin to notice improvements in your mobility. Consistency really is key. Stay consistent, and the benefits will shine through during your training, where you'll have more range and flexibility during strength workouts, and in general life, where you'll have more functional fitness thanks to increased mobility. If you're experienced with yoga, you'll be familiar with some of the moves in Wilson's video, and if you'd prefer to do a full yoga routine, try this 15-minute mobility session from a personal trainer to bulletproof your body. More from Tom's Guide Study says this is the real reason you're not seeing workout results — and it's not 10,000 steps I followed the Japanese walking method for 30 days — here's what happened to my back pain and energy levels watchOS 26 hands-on: 5 cool new features to try on your Apple Watch right now
Daily Record
03-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
Inaugural Strathaven Beer Festival draws in over 1000 revellers
Not even a downpour mid-way through could dampen the spirits of most beer enthusiasts, as the festival site stayed busy until the end. The inaugura l Strathaven Beer Festival took place at the weekend - with over 1000 revellers enjoying the event. And not even a downpour mid-way through could dampen the spirits of most beer enthusiasts, as the festival site stayed busy until the end. Organised by the team behind the award-winning Eaglesham Beer Fest, the gathering showcased some of Scotland's best craft brewers and drinks brands. It was supported by lip-smacking street food and fantastic live music, which kept Strathaven's hardy souls warm and entertained during the two bouts of rain. Organiser Fraser Wilson told Lanarkshire Live: 'We are so grateful to the people of Strathaven for welcoming us into the town for the event, which we think was a roaring success. 'We had sold over 1100 briefs for our first event and over 85 per cent of those ticket holders attended - that doesn't include those who bought on the day, or children. 'For the most, we rode our luck and the weather was fine - sunny in parts, even. But at around 3.20pm there was an hour of pretty miserable rain and most people ran for cover, with a few calling it a day.' But the bad weather couldn't stop the party, with live music from Zack Dale and Underdog keeping spirits up. And those spirits went through the roof when teen-singing sensation Connor Fyfe had the large marquee rocking. That was mirrored in the large Scout tent by John McLarnon, who made the most of his ad hoc staging to put on a fabulous singalong. Let's Get Eclectic brought the house down with a superb DJ set, which sent revellers into the Strathaven evening to enjoy hospitality elsewhere. Fraser added: 'We're really chuffed at how it went and are really keen to hear people's feedback. 'If it's something that people enjoyed, feel the town benefitted from and want to see return, then we'd be happy to look into Strathaven Beer Fest 2026. "We want to say a huge thank you to the Strathaven business community, Scouts, Avondale Radio, and Balloon Festival team for their support during our preparations.' *Don't miss the latest headlines from around Lanarkshire. Sign up to our newsletters here.
Daily Record
28-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
Good times will be pouring in Kilmarnock next weekend
The event will take place on the grounds beside Rugby Park. Organisers of next weekend's inaugural Kilmarnock Beer Festival have unveiled a special beer for the occasion. And after months of hard graft and promotion, they say they 'can't wait' to welcome punters through the gates of Rugby Park. The team behind the event were 'delighted' to have worked with Black Isle Brew to come up with Killie's own beer for the day, Squirrel Helles. Organiser Fraser Wilson told Ayrshire Live: 'It's brilliant to be able to tell the people of Killie they have their own beer for the day and we really hope festival-goers give it a try. 'Black Isle are one of Scotland's best brewers and the Helles lager is a really refreshing session drink - one we expect to be a hit with craft beer lovers and non-craft beer lovers alike.' This limited-edition lager will be available at The Taproom bar where you can also get your hands on the popular St Mungo's lager by WEST and a seasonal German Radler. Fraser added: 'Every summer Schofferhoffer do a limited run of their Radler and it's one of the highlights of the year for beer enthusiasts. 'The 2025 summer flavour is Tropical and it tastes amazing – think passionfruit and mangoes. It's a low percentage wheat beer cut with fresh fruit juice and is the ideal beer to have with your mates in the sun.' Over 1500 thirsty beer lovers are set to descend on the grounds of Rugby Park stadium, with organisers hopeful the event will be a welcome boost to the local economy. Counting down the hours, Fraser added: 'Like a shaken can of IPA, we're about ready to burst - I just wish it was here already. 'There's been a lot of work gone into this and a lot of effort in trying to make it something Kilmarnock can be proud of. There's definitely nerves and anxiety surrounding the event, but we're confident that's something we've achieved. A different event to what you'd expect to see at Rugby Park on a Saturday, the June 7 'swally' runs from 12pm-7pm and will showcase the best of independent Scottish beer, gin, cocktails, wine and fantastic street food. The tasty suds and spuds will be supported with a fantastic line-up of live music. That will see newly signed Ayrshire singer, Kayleigh, perform with covers band, Underdog, also taking to the stage. Edinburgh trad singers, The Greasy Whiskers, will play throughout the day, with the day's entertainment headlined by DJ Kevin Spalding, better known as Let's Get Eclectic. Pouring pints at the festival will be Dookit, Outlandish, Simple Things Fermentation, Two Towns Down, and Tempest breweries. They'll be joined by fellow brewers from Sulwath, Five Kingdoms, Winton Brewery, and Williams Bros. For non-beer lovers, Angels Dare Cocktails, The Dispensary Bar, EspressoKart, The Little Margarita Truck and Panther Milk will be in attendance. Champer Camper will be taking care of the weekend's fizz and Ayrshire very own Ayrshire Riviera will be serving crisp, refreshing cider. There will also be a dedicated gin and tonic bar from the team at The Orry Botanical Gin and another from the Agronomist. Food vendors will be serving up the Killie gyros , tacos, BBQ, smash burgers, fish & chips, pizza and cheesecake.
Daily Record
26-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
Around 1000 punters set to enjoy Strathaven Beer Festival this weekend
Tickets are still available online and will be available at the gate by scanning a QR code. Strathaven will be the place to be 'for thrills' this Saturday as the town's new beer festival takes place. And after months of hard graft and promotion, the team behind the event say they 'can't wait' to welcome punters through the gates. Around 1000 thirsty beer lovers are set to descend on the town's George Allan Park, with organisers hopeful the event will be a welcome boost to the local economy. Counting down the hours, organiser Fraser Wilson said: 'Like a shaken can of IPA, we're about ready to burst - I just wish it was here already. 'There's been a lot of work gone into this and a lot of effort in trying to make it something Strathaven can be proud of. There's definitely nerves and anxiety surrounding the event, but we're confident that's something we've achieved. 'We've also created Strathaven's very own 'Castle Helles' lager for the day and we can't wait for locals to try that. It's being poured at The Taproom bar, next to the marquee and is the perfect beer for a summer's day.' A different event to the town's already successful Round Table Beer Festival, the new 'swally' will be a fun-filled community event showcasing the best of independent Scottish beer, gin, cocktails, wine and fantastic street food. The tasty suds and spuds will be supported with children's entertainment and a fantastic line-up of live music. That will see teen Scottish singing sensation, Connor Fyfe, perform, with live music also coming from local singer, John McLarnon and covers band, Underdog. Edinburgh trad singers, The Greasy Whiskers, will play throughout the day, with the day's entertainment headlined by DJ Kevin Spalding, better known as Let's Get Eclectic. Pouring pints at the festival will be Dookit, Outlandish, Simple Things Fermentation, Two Towns Down and Up Front breweries. They'll be joined by fellow brewers from Tempest, Winton Brewery and Six Degrees North. For non-beer lovers, Angels Dare Cocktails, The Dispensary Bar, RAER Whisky and Netherfield Whisky will be on hand to quench thirsts, with Strathaven's very own Champer Camper taking care of the weekend's fizz. There will also be a dedicated gin and tonic bar from the team at The Orry Botanical Gin. Fellow organiser, Richard Malloy, added: 'We want to celebrate Scottish craft beers with a wider audience and back that up with street food and entertainment to create a great party atmosphere. 'It'll be a real community occasion, with entertainment for kids by way of Operation Play Outdoors, facepainting and balloon animals, and ice cream - lots of ice cream.' Looking to utilise local service providers and traders where possible, the event will welcome food from Country Park Catering, Roasted Cafe, Smokin' Delights barbecue and Nether Lethame Farm ice cream, all of which are from the area. Strathaven Beer Festival is this Saturday, May 31, from noon to 7pm. Tickets are still available online and will be available at the gate by scanning a QR code. To get yours ahead of the event, visit the festival's Facebook and Instagram pages, or head to
Glasgow Times
19-05-2025
- Health
- Glasgow Times
Glasgow man who had heart transplant to trek Sahara Desert
Fraser Wilson, 48, from Glasgow, was diagnosed with dilated cardiomyopathy at the age of 14 – a condition that eventually led to heart failure. The illness is genetic, having already sadly claimed the lives of his mother. In 2018, Fraser had an Implantable Cardioverter-Defibrillator (ICD) fitted by the Scottish National Advanced Heart Failure Service (SNAHFS) team at the Golden Jubilee University National Hospital. As his condition worsened, he eventually received a heart transplant at NHS Golden Jubilee — a procedure that has given him a new lease of life. Read more: You could get TRNSMT tickets by taking part in this Glasgow fashion trail (Image: NHS Golden Jubilee) Read more: Company moves into Glasgow office with plans to recruit staff Now, the bank worker is set to trek 100km across southern Morocco over four and a half days, alongside 90 of his colleagues. Fraser said: "I wanted to prove to myself that after having a heart transplant, three years later, I can do anything. "I feel better than ever and grateful for having the opportunity of a heart transplant and the benefit to me has been life-changing, waking up every day with this amazing perspective in life because you're just grateful for still being here. 'You honestly want to start grabbing opportunities as they arise." He has been training rigorously for the trek, including personal sessions at the gym and completing the 14-mile Kiltwalk at the end of April. Fraser is also a member of the Glasgow Adult Transplant Sports Team and regularly competes in the British Transplant Games. He said: "The Glasgow Adult Transplant Sports Team is a relatively small team. "Everyone is part of the committee and we're joining with around 3,000 competitors at the British Transplant Games in Oxford later this year. "Being part of the team and the games provides a level of comfort and knowledge that you don't have, like non-transplanted people, so it feels like quite an exclusive group that you're a part of, as well as having that ongoing contact with people with the same experience as you. 'And it's not all about your transplant, we enjoy ourselves and have a lot of fun.' Fraser has set a personal fundraising target of £4,000 for his Sahara trek and is also exploring other ways to raise additional funds for the charity Crisis. Jane Lockhart, transplant co-ordinator at NHS Golden Jubilee, said: "Being able to look after our patients, like Fraser, and see how their lives improve after a transplant is an absolute privilege for our team. "Fraser's journey highlights the importance of organ donation and shows just how lives can not only be saved but transformed as well. "We'd like to wish Fraser and his colleagues all the best in this amazing adventure.'
