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Daily Mirror
2 days ago
- Health
- Daily Mirror
Body coach Joe Wicks' 'simple and healthy' breakfast muffins
The 39-year-old said his simple morning dish takes only 20 minutes to make - here's everything you need to know Joe Wicks has shared a delicious breakfast recipe with fans —and it's surprisingly quick and easy to make. The 39-year-old body coach said his dish tastes good either hot or cold and could even be popped in a lunchbox. "Quick, easy, simple and healthy," he wrote in a recent Instagram post. "But don't do what I did and overegg it. They will rise & they will get ya. These tomato, spinach and mozzarella breakfast muffins taste amazing. "I baked them for 20 mins at 180°C. They taste so good hot or cold in a lunch box too." For anyone keen to give Joe's dish a try, he recommended grabbing the following ingredients: Six eggs A handful of fresh chopped spinach Some sliced baby tomatoes Some fresh basil Mozzarella cheese Sprinkle of salt and pepper To start his recipe, Joe first whisked six eggs in a bowl before adding a handful of chopped spinach, sliced baby tomatoes, and fresh basil. He then mixed in some delicious Italian mozzarella, with a touch of salt and pepper for flavouring. In a video tutorial, he added: "Lightly grease some muffin tins with some oil or a bit of butter, fill them up [and] put them in the oven." Joe baked his egg muffins for around 20 minutes at 180°C. Though they may not have looked as beautiful as he hoped, he stressed that the taste was 'amazing'. "There you go, that is delicious, simple, homemade tomato, spinach and mozzarella breakfast muffins," he said. "They taste very hot - obviously out of the oven - but they are also really yummy wrapped up in a lunch box, eaten later on in the day. So, yeah, win. Enjoy." Besides their delicious taste, Joe's breakfast muffins include several healthy ingredients, too. Spinach is an especially renowned nutrient powerhouse, lauded for its potential blood sugar perks. Helen Bell, a nutritional expert at Help & Advice, previously told the Express: "Spinach is indeed known for its potential benefits in managing high blood pressure. "It is rich in nitrates, which can help dilate blood vessels, improving blood flow and reducing blood pressure. I have often recommended incorporating spinach into diets for individuals looking to manage their blood pressure naturally. "Aside from this, spinach is a powerhouse of nutrients, including vitamins A, C, and K, as well as iron and calcium. Its antioxidant properties make it beneficial for overall health and well-being." Meanwhile, eggs also boast a hefty amount of protein and may even benefit anyone on a weight loss diet. In a separate conversation, Helen added: "In my experience, consuming eggs as a snack can actually be quite beneficial for weight loss. Eggs are high in protein, which helps to increase satiety and keep you feeling fuller for longer. "This can reduce the overall calorie intake throughout the day. But, it's important to watch portion sizes and prepare them in a healthy way, like boiling or poaching, to avoid adding unnecessary fats."
Daily Mail
02-06-2025
- Business
- Daily Mail
Athleisure brand backed by One Direction's Niall Horan is now available to shop on the high street - here's the pieces we're obsessing over
If you're a self-proclaimed Pilates princess or hit the gym regularly (can I borrow some of your motivation?), you need to know about this viral athleisure-wear brand backed by One Direction's Niall Horan. Founded in 2017 by Niall Horgan, Diarmuid McSweeney and Karl Swaine - with current investor and advisor Niall Horan - Gym+Coffee blends performance-ready activewear with everyday style - meaning you can go straight from your class to coffee with a friend (without needing a change of clothes). The brand has exploded in popularity within recent months, and is now available to shop in person at a range of high street stores, including selected Next, John Lewis and Debenhams, as well as online at A must-have for those who have been searching for a stylish take on activewear, the range spans everything from sports bras and leggings to sweatshirts and fleeces. Celebrities and influencers can't get enough of the brand, with styles having been spotted on the likes of Joe Wicks and Jamie Dornan to Una Healy and Verity Bowditch. Ready to work out in style? Browse our favourite styles from Gym+Coffee below - and be sure to add to cart quickly so you don't miss out. Gym+Coffee Relentless Bra Designed with medium support so you feel confident throughout your workout, this bra boasts removable pads and a racerback design that's exceedingly comfortable to wear. Whether you're looking for a design that will support you when working out, or perhaps are just looking for a bra that's actually comfortable enough for everyday wear, this design is sure to become your new favourite. £40 Shop Gym+Coffee Soft Motion Flare Legging Sculpted from a buttery soft fabric and universally flattering, these high-rise, flare leggings have been designed to move with you. Made in part from recycled spandex, they provide enough coverage for total peace of mind when working out, but also look great as part of a casual look - we're obsessed. £65 Shop Gym+Coffee Horizon Layer Up Half Snap Everyone's obsessing about Gym+Coffee's fleeces and sweatshirts, and it's not difficult to see why. A must-have layering piece for your wardrobe, this is great for pulling over activewear sets when on your way to your favourite class, and is super soft and lightweight for optimum comfort. With a funnel woven neck and a convenient zip chest pocket for storing your essentials, it's also incredibly stylish, in a navy blue finish with contrasting woven trims. £70 Shop Gym+Coffee Horizon Layer Up Jacket in Black Soon to be your new favourite outerwear item, this relaxed-fit jacket is perfect for both gym and off-duty days. Throw on over your gym gear on cooler days, or pair with jeans and a basic tee for a casual yet ultra-stylish look. However you style it, there's no doubt it's a wardrobe essential (and we think it looks like a certain high-end version for a fraction of the cost). £70 Shop Gym+Coffee Canvas Tote Ba in Navy Your new BFF for both studio classes and gym trips, this 'throw everything in' tote is not only incredibly stylish, but it's also convenient, too. Featuring a secure zip closure, paired with a handy front pocket for easy access to all of your essentials, it's great for those days where you're going out post-class. £22 Shop Gym+Coffee Clubhouse Skort in Ultra White Fancy a game of doubles? 'Tennis-core' has been a huge fashion trend ever since Zendaya graced our screens in the Challengers, and it doesn't appear to be going anywhere anytime soon. Blending both substance and style, the design has been crafted from a lightweight, breathable fabric, and also features a handy side pocket for storing your tennis ball (or lipgloss, it's up to you). Looks as good on the tennis court as it does off. £40 Shop Gym+Coffee Kin Half Zip Breaker in Crisp Pink The UK weather is anything but predictable - but your running plans don't need to be ruined by unexpected showers. This stylish and practical half-zip design has been crafted from breathable and finished with an oversized fit for just the right amount of coverage. Plus, the 90's colour-block design is sure to earn you some serious style points, too. £70 Shop Gym+Coffee Ripstop Shorts in Black Perfect for gym workouts and morning runs, these lightweight shorts ensure freedom of movement and breathability for optimum performance and comfort. Perfect for pairing with other pieces in the Gym+Coffee range, these are a key element of any activewear collection, and are available from a size 6 to size 18. £40 Shop Gym+Coffee Coffee Tee in Ultra White Sometimes, all you need is a plain white tee - and this one is perfect for workout sessions. Made from super soft, breathable material to ensure you stay cool, while the slim-fit design provides a sleek and flattering silhouette. £30 Shop Gym+Coffee 1L Hydrate Water Bottle Staying hydrated is crucial when working out, and is key in aiding both muscle function and energy levels, as well as general wellbeing. Featuring a flip straw lid and convenient carry handle for trips to the gym, the stainless steel design promises to keep drinks cold for 24 hours and warm for 12 hours, and will surely motivate you to stay hydrated. £25 Shop
BBC News
29-05-2025
- Entertainment
- BBC News
Wychwood Festival 2025: What you need to know
The Wychwood Festival is returning to Cheltenham Racecourse this weekend as the summer of live music gets under way across the music and comedy event will take place from 30 May to 1 of people are expected to attend the festival's 20th year to see acts like Shed Seven, James and Doves perform. We've compiled a list of everything you need to know ahead of the festival. What's on? As well as the headline acts, pop-rock trio Scouting for Girls will be playing the main stage on Friday. Daniel Bedingfield and Fisherman's Friends will also perform on Friday and Sunday, respectively. For comedy fans, the line-up which includes Bridget Christie, Lost Voice Guy and Steve Royle. Fitness coach Joe Wicks will also be appearing on the main stage to lead a workout on Saturday morning. Where can I buy tickets? The festival offers a range of ticket options to suit everyone via its website. A tiered system is in place, meaning the earlier people buy, the less they will pay. The last remaining tickets for Saturday are on sale and tickets for Friday, Sunday and the Weekend are running low. Tickets will be issued electronically and sent out ahead of the have been told to either print their tickets or download them onto their phones so they can be scanned when they arrive at the site. How do I get there? Festival organisers are encouraging people to use public transport to reach the racecourse. Cheltenham Spa is the closest train station, with direct services to and from London Paddington, Bristol, Birmingham, Swindon, Cardiff, Plymouth, Manchester, Leeds, Edinburgh and run regularly from the town centre, the bus station and the railway station to the racecourse. Stagecoach is one of the main operators in the Express coaches to Cheltenham arrive at the Royal Well Road Bus Station, which is about two miles (3.21km) away from the festival site. Drivers have been encouraged to car share where possible to reduce goers travelling by campervan must arrive at a separate entrance on Southam Lane. They must also hold a valid weekend with camping Saver ticket holders will need to arrive via the Evesham Road entrance. What should I bring? Festival goers must have their tickets ready for scanning when they arrive. The event is cashless, so all attendees must bring payment cards for food and drink and merchandise. ID cards, such as passports, driving licenses, Validate UK or Citizen Cards are accepted. What time does it start? The festival begins on Friday, with the box office and campsite open from 09:30 BST. The Festival Village will open at noon and performances will begin shortly customers can arrive from 09:30 BST every day. Those who are not camping can arrive from 12:00 on Friday and 09:30 on Saturday and Sunday.
Telegraph
24-05-2025
- Health
- Telegraph
I lost 2st at 49 after cancelling my gym membership
I'd always been one of those lucky naturally slim people, with my weight ranging from 9st to 9st 7lb throughout my entire adult life, and I definitely rested on my laurels. I didn't believe my mum when she told me that I'd see the weight creep on by my late 40s. When it did, I was pretty shocked. I remember stepping on the scales and seeing 10st 5lb appear and being horrified because it was not like me at all. I was 48 and battling perimenopausal symptoms – that traditional weight gain around the middle, as well as feeling tired and achy with brain fog. At the time, I was spending £100 a month on a gym membership but going just once a week. I'd fallen out of the habit of a few sessions each week because, honestly, I just found it really boring. I felt like I was forcing myself to go, then begrudgingly doing the same routine of a few weights and the running machine before heading home. I know loads of other people feel like that as well. But the weight gain (and not being able to get into my size 10 jeans anymore) really spurred me on to take action, and I knew I had to do something different. So, within a couple of months of hitting 10st 5lb, I quit the gym. I tried a few at-home workout videos on YouTube and social media, in the hopes that one of those would get me back into the swing of things but none of it was inspirational or helping me to lose any weight at all. Then, in early January 2024, I got a marketing email from Joe Wicks, known as The Body Coach on social media. I've always liked and followed him and the email about his app popped up at the right time. I just thought, you know what, I'm going to try that. I downloaded it, put in my body measurements and uploaded photos of myself. It then let me choose whether I was a beginner, intermediate or advanced and then I began my first month-long 'cycle' that provides tailored workouts (I did four a week, on average) that ramp up in difficulty as you get fitter. Each cycle has five workouts to choose from and they're around 25 to 35 minutes. Outside of the cycles, there are endless other exercises to choose from. On those manic days, I would squeeze in a 10-minute core workout. I always exercised first thing before work (I'm a communications and engagement leader for global markets) as I found it easier to just get up and go. All I needed was an exercise mat and then two sets of dumbbells (I used 3kg for a light set and 5kg for a heavy set at the start, but now use 4kg for my light weights and 7kg for my heavy set). The app is £14.99 per month, so I saved so much money compared to my gym membership, and I could do it all from home – either in the garden or in my living room. The workout videos – strength, abs, HIIT, cardio, Pilates – were more motivational than any gym trip I'd ever done. Joe is very inspiring, it's like he's in the room with you and telling you to 'keep going, you can do it, come on' – it was like having your own personal trainer. It really helped me fall in love with exercise again. A lot of people rely on diet alone, but it doesn't tone you up, it doesn't give you a nicer body shape – your stomach can be a bit flabby. My transformation My body started heading in the right direction straight away. The changes were subtle – there was no losing half a stone in a week. I was seeing the pounds come off, week by week. My motto was consistency, consistency, consistency. I just focused one day at a time and kept my eye on the prize, focusing on my long-term health over quick fixes. You do a monthly check-in on the app, which encourages you to input your body measurements again and upload more photos. It was after month three that I could really see a massive difference in my appearance. I'd lost fat from my tummy and thighs and those areas had become toned from the muscle I had built up. By month four, I'd lost 1st 8lb (10kg) and by month five it was to 1st 12lb. Last June, six months in, I hit 8st 5lb, meaning I'd lost 2st. The whole process felt quite quick, considering it is a sustainable, committed weight loss and not a crash diet. One year on, I'm still at that same weight, though of course it fluctuates a few pounds either way. The mental benefits It was one thing seeing the number on the scale come down, but seeing my inside leg measurement reduce by a few centimetres, it's incredibly motivational. I lost 12cm from hips, 8cm from top of each leg and my waist is now 27 inches. I feel like I'm 20 years younger. It's still a bit of a 'pinch me' thing. I can't believe I'm in size six and eight clothes. I never thought I'd be this size. I've had to throw away loads of clothes – my old size 10 to 12 trousers are too big. I'm wearing things I'd never have considered before because I was too conscious of my stomach, like short skirts and pencil skirts. So many people have been asking me how I did it and found it really inspirational. As well as the physical benefits, I've noticed that mentally, I'm brighter, feel more resilient, stronger and better able to cope with stress. I'm also so much more confident. Not only in my body but in everything I do. When you're happier with how you look, you attack life in a different way. I'm so much more comfortable getting my photo taken. I'm going away to Barbados with my family for my 50th birthday and to Provence, France, with some friends this summer. I had a big party for my 50th where I didn't shy away from the camera. I even donned some boxing gloves at one point to have a joke gym-off with a friend who dressed up as Joe Wicks. My husband, Anthony, who is already quite healthy, couldn't believe how committed and disciplined I'd been. He was already working out but it definitely motivated him to squeeze in a few more weight sessions. It's inspiring for my two girls, nine and 10, as well, who join in with the workouts sometimes. My diet Of course, eating healthily was key to my results. The main changes I made was reducing my sugar and carb intake and cutting back on snacking – I stopped eating chocolate and sweets after dinner. Though I'd still snack on dark chocolate occasionally during the evening as a treat. Before losing weight, fruit juice and a sugary cereal was my breakfast go-to but I discovered that this is the worst thing I could have been doing. Just before I started losing weight, I listened to a podcast about how bad sugar was for our bodies and it had a real impact on me. I found out that my glass of fruit juice was causing a glucose spike and then a slump that was leaving me reaching around the cupboard for snacks to try and keep up with the sugar high that I was on. It meant I was on a glucose roller-coaster all day. So I swapped my breakfast to a healthy granola – a homemade coconut one from the Body Coach app that you make a big batch of and it lasts a month. I have it with Greek yogurt. Straight away, I noticed that I was no longer craving a sugary morning snack. People always say to cut out bread for weight-loss but I did my research and sourdough is one of the lower sugar breads, so I stuck with that – I love bread, so for lunch I'd have Jason's sourdough with sardines or a noodle soup. For dinner, I'd have something like a breaded chicken breast with vegetables, so I wouldn't have carbs in the evening and I still don't very often. I didn't cut out wine either, which some people are surprised about. I do enjoy a glass of wine in the evening to unwind and still enjoy it a few evenings a week. A lot of people don't think you can lose 2st and still drink wine but you can in moderation. I now tend to eat nuts instead of chocolate and sweets when I have wine, which also helps. On the whole, I pretty much stopped snacking between meals but if I got peckish, I'd have carrot and cucumber batons, malt loaf or dark chocolate with ginger in it. I didn't find it difficult to change my diet because I could see that it was working and that I was losing weight gradually. Every pound was a win and I knew the exercise wouldn't be working as well if I wasn't eating the right food. It was this combination of doing exercise four times a week religiously, reducing my snacking, sugar and carb intake and being informed about the changes in my body that was behind my body transformation. The icing on the cake of my weight loss journey was going to an exercise session in the park with Joe last summer. I took my young girls and bumped into him on the way there and told him my story. He was so supportive, hugged me and was saying to my kids 'doesn't mum look amazing!' It was a brilliant part of the journey meeting my guru who has helped me get here. So many women are using weight-loss drugs and other quick fixes to lose quite a lot of weight these days but it can easily go back on. I'm really proud that I didn't go down that route when loads of people do, particularly as they edge towards 50. I'm really passionate about sustainable, long-term health – not crazy diets. If someone asks if I've been dieting (I hate that word), the answer is no, this is just me now. This is a brilliant time of year to start working towards weight loss so you can get really trim for the summer. It's the best thing I've done. If you told me in January last year that I'd lose 2st, feel like I did in my 20s and fit into size eight jeans, from the comfort of my own home with a few dumbbells, I would never have believed you. What I ate before Breakfast Sugary cereal and fruit juice Lunch Unhealthy sandwiches Dinner Often takeaways and pre-packed foods Snacks Lots of chocolate and sweets after each meal Alcohol A few glasses of wine per week What I eat now Breakfast Coconut granola with Greek yogurt or Weetabix Lunch Jason's sourdough with sardines or a noodle soup Dinner Breaded chicken breast or fish with vegetables Snacks Dark chocolate, nuts and vegetable batons Alcohol A few glasses of wine per week - the same as before As told to Emily Craig
The Sun
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
It's every viral recipe in one cookbook – including Kim Kardashian's fave salad
MANY of us see recipes on our social media feeds that look incredible - but how often do you actually make them? Maybe you just forget to save the recipe itself, or perhaps it's hard to choose one when you're seeing hundreds pop up each day. Well, recipe developer Saskia Sidey has just released a book to solve that, as it brings together all the recipes the internet has gone crazy for, such as the watermelon sandwich and scrambled oats. Plus, you'll find recipes from your fave TV shows, like that omelette from The Bear complete with Boursin and crispy chives, and celeb faves, including Kim K 's go-to salad from her top LA restaurant. You'll Love This: Recipes That Broke The Internet by Saskia Sidey (HQ) is out now, and has already bagged Joe Wicks as a big fan. It's a sure-fire way to get some Likes and impress guests this summer. 4 Sausage Lasagne Soup His 'secret' lasagne soup – a one-pot recipe where you add pasta sheets directly into the ragu and eat with a spoon – earned @Dannylovespasta 21.5m views. Serves: 4 Prep time: 10 mins Cooking time: 1 hr Ingredients: *6 good-quality sausages, preferably Italian *1tbsp extra virgin olive oil, plus extra to drizzle *1 red onion, finely chopped *1 leek, finely chopped *2tbsp 'nduja paste, to taste *4 cloves garlic, grated *Few sprigs thyme, leaves only *200ml red wine *400g tin chopped tomatoes *1L good-quality chicken stock *30g parmesan, grated, plus the rind *250g dried lasagne sheets *Few sprigs basil, leaves roughly torn *100ml double cream *100g ricotta cheese 1. Squeeze the sausages out of their skins into a large, deep saucepan over a high heat. Add the olive oil and break up the sausages well with the back of a wooden spoon. Cook for 7-8 minutes until there are deeply brown areas on the sausage and some bits have stuck to the pan. 2. Add the red onion and leek and stir vigorously to combine, then add a big pinch of salt and begin to sweat. Cook until soft, for around 10 minutes. 3. Add the 'nduja, garlic and thyme and cook for a minute before adding the wine. Use your wooden spoon to scrape up all the bits from the bottom of the pan. 4. Allow the wine to almost completely bubble away, then add the tomatoes, stock and parmesan rind. Bring up to a simmer and cook for 10 minutes. 5. Break up the lasagne sheets into bite-sized pieces and add to the pan, cooking on a low simmer for around 30 minutes until the sauce has thickened and the lasagne pieces are al dente. You may need to add an additional 250-500ml water to get your desired consistency of soup once the pasta is al dente. 6. Discard the parmesan rind, season with salt and pepper and add the basil and cream. It may need a splash of vinegar or a dash of sugar, depending on the acidity of your tomatoes. 7. Serve with the grated parmesan and a dollop of ricotta. La Scala Salad The Kardashians' favourite salad is from La Scala in Beverly Hills, LA. Social media star @ recreated it to nearly 6m fans. Serves: 4 Prep time: 15 mins Ingredients: *50g manchego, finely grated, plus extra (optional) to serve *11/2tbsp dijon mustard *40ml red wine vinegar *100ml extra virgin olive oil *1 Romaine lettuce, shredded *80g chorizo slices, shredded *225g mozzarella bocconcini, torn if large *570g jar queen chickpeas, drained and rinsed *25g parsley, leaves picked Method: 1. In the bottom of the salad bowl, combine the grated manchego, mustard, vinegar and olive oil, and then mix until smooth. 2. Add the lettuce, chorizo, mozzarella, chickpeas and parsley leaves to the bowl, with salt and pepper to taste. Toss well to combine. 3. Sprinkle with extra grated manchego, if you like, and tuck in. Watermelon Sandwich When @linder_surprise made a sandwich using fat wedges of watermelon as the bread, the internet went crazy for it! Serves: 2 Takes: 10 mins Ingredients: *200g block feta *1 watermelon *2tbsp capers *2tbsp pitted Kalamata olives *1tbsp balsamic vinegar *¼ cucumber, ribboned *¼ red onion, cut into 4 rounds *Large handful rocket *Few sprigs mint, leaves only *Few sprigs basil, leaves only Method: 1. Cut the feta in half horizontally, so you are left with 2 thin, large rectangles, the same size as the block was originally. 2. Peel the watermelon using a sharp knife, then cut into 4 large rectangles 2cm thick, slightly bigger than the feta. 3. Roughly chop the capers and olives together and add to a small bowl with the vinegar. Mix thoroughly. 4. To assemble, spread half of the caper and olive mixture on one rectangle of watermelon. Follow it with a piece of feta, half the cucumber ribbons, 2 red onion slices and half the rocket and herbs. Finish with another piece of watermelon. Repeat with the remaining ingredients to make 2 sandwiches.
