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Deandre Liggins’ tips for kickstarting your fitness regime

Deandre Liggins, NBA veteran and star guard for the London Lions gives his top tips for kickstarting your fitness regime as lockdown eases and Bits return to working out.

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The City of London’s top outdoor fitness classes

London Gyms are reopening, but there are plenty of outdoor fitness classes in and around the Square Mile for those who still aren’t ready to sweat it out indoors.
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Golden Lane Sport & Fitness serves up tennis sessions

Fusion Lifestyle and the City of London Corporation have given the greenlight for tennis to restart at Golden Lane Sport & Fitness. The centre will be operating in...

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Deandre Liggins’ tips for kickstarting your fitness regime

Deandre Liggins, NBA veteran and star guard for the London Lions gives his top tips for kickstarting your fitness regime as lockdown eases and Bits return to working out.
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Six alternative at-home workouts for lockdown

We spoke to the experts at Shakti Himalaya who outline some ways to keep fit when you’re stuck indoors - going beyond standard home workout ideas we keep hearing...
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National HIV Testing Week: at-home testing available to City residents

It’s National HIV Testing Week this week (1-7 February) and a great opportunity to test for HIV, especially as free at-home sexual health kits are available to City of...
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Mental health charity ‘Hear Us’ receives grant from City Bridge Trust

'Hear Us' will be able to help twice as many people manage their finances, access benefits and maintain vital social contact thanks to a new grant from the City...
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When to get professional relationship advice

Searching the web for help with relationship struggles can be beneficial, but sometimes this just isn't enough and professional counsellors are needed.
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How to go the distance during Dry January

This month is Dry January, when people around the UK stop drinking alcohol for the month and try to address the effects of overindulgence during the festive season. If you...
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How to stay energised during the national Covid lockdown

Last year was exhausting. And ‘normal’ is still a long way away. That’s why we’ve been looking into all the different kinds of ways we can stay motivated, positive...
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These are some of the top fitness trends for 2021

How we workout has been totally uprooted in 2020, and London gyms have adapted with a whole host of online and in-person workouts to help boost both your physical...
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Helping students help themselves to good mental health during pandemic

Hundreds of London’s university students struggling with their emotional wellbeing during the coronavirus pandemic and beyond will get help – thanks to new funding for a mental health...
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Central London Samaritans to be there for those struggling over Christmas

Christmas will be a tough time for some even without a global pandemic to deal with, say Samaritans, as the charity’s latest research reveals that being separated...
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City Wellbeing Centre’s advice on coping with continued lockdown

Trained therapists from the Square Mile's City Wellbeing Centre offer some advice on coping with a continued lockdown, to help ease both personal and professional stresses.
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Workplace stress and the challenges of working from home

Expert help is now available for City Workers facing the psychological challenges of working from home, thanks to the new City Wellbeing Centre opening last month.
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When you eat can be as important as what you eat

A new study has shown that it’s not just how many calories you eat, but when you eat them that will determine how well you burn the calories you...
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Why people are turning to digital mental health services

City of London workers are known for suffering with mental health issues more than most, with many turning to online mental health services for help.
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Young Londoners plan virtual festival for World Mental Health Day 2020

Young Londoners will be at the forefront of a virtual festival hosted by the Mayor of London's Peer Outreach Team and Thrive LDN to mark World Mental...
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Central London Samaritans make public call on World Mental Health Day

Central London Samaritans is reminding people to check in and support anyone who might be struggling during the coronavirus pandemic on World Mental Health Day. At a time when looking...
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Top beauty spots now open in the City of London

Getting your nails done, having your beard trimmed or receiving a massage can have huge effects on your mental wellbeing - that's why we are so pumped to see...
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7 ways to snack smarter, according to a nutritionist

As soon as we get into the habit of mindlessly snacking, we may find that it can take over regular mealtimes and lead to a higher intake...
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City of London gyms reopen for the socially distanced masses

The City of London is full of boutique gyms and fitness studios which have now reopened - after working hard at making it as safe as possible for people...
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Action to support the 50-70s crucial to building UK’s resilience post-pandemic, say experts

Stronger action to support those in their 50s and 60s will be crucial to building the UK’s resilience as we emerge from the Coronavirus pandemic, according to a new...

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Women in Philanthropy: “Not just ribbon cutters”

A common criticism of charitable giving is that it is dominated by older, white...
By Jo Davy 8th March 2018
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London leaders pay tribute to The Duke of Edinburgh

Mayor of London Sadiq Khan has joined with his fellow election candidates and...
By Joe Talora 12th April 2021
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Sian Berry launches City Hall election manifesto

Mayoral hopeful Sian Berry launched her election manifesto as she outlined plans to make...
By Joe Talora 9th April 2021
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City’s plan to encourage people back into Square Mile

The City of London will be spearheading moves to encourage people to return to...
By Julia Gregory 9th April 2021
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Food & Drink
Our guide to outdoor dining in the City of London

The City of London's restaurants and bars are ready to accept guests again as...
By Andrew Zuccala 8th April 2021
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Record number of London-wide Assembly candidates on campaign trail

A record number of political parties are standing to win the London-wide seats in the...
By Joe Talora 8th April 2021
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Sadiq Khan full manifesto breakdown

Sadiq Khan this week launched his election manifesto with a pledge to support the...
By Joe Talora 8th April 2021
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The City of London’s top outdoor fitness classes

London Gyms are reopening, but there are plenty of outdoor fitness classes in and...
By Andrew Zuccala 7th April 2021
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Entertainment
Psychedelic billboards take over London streets

BUILDHOLLYWOOD has collaborated with one of the music industry’s most sought-after creators of album...
By Andrew Zuccala 7th April 2021
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Back vital work of food charities, City Corporation urges

The City of London Corporation has provided funding for thousands of meals to...
By Ben Brown 7th April 2021
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Green jobs on the agenda if re-elected, says Khan

Sadiq Khan revealed plans to support more than 170,000 environmentally friendly “green jobs” if...
By Joe Talora 7th April 2021
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