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Michaela-Staniford-anchorRugby 7’s: A bluffers guide with Michaela Staniford

Get to know the fast and dynamic game of Rugby 7′s with England star Michaela Staniford, plus find-out how you can win tickets to this years Marriott London Sevens tournament.

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Becky-James-interviewBecky James: My Favourite Moment In Women’s Sport

To celebrate the amazing achievements of our female sports stars and to ensure their performances remain in the public eye, Sportsister has launched a special video project called ‘My Favourite Moment In Women’s Sport’. This video features one of our newest World Champion Track Cyclists – Becky James

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Blueberry-Bircher-muesli-aHealthy Eating Week: Blueberry Bircher Muesli

First developed by a Swiss doctor back in the 1890’s, this easy, super healthy breakfast can be mixed together the night before, then left in the fridge to soak in a plastic container or smaller individual ones if that suits you better.  Stir in grated apple and top generously with blueberries, honey and nuts and [...]

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Healthy Eating WeekSportsister’s Healthy Eating Week

In an attempt to keep the new year healthy eating regimes going strong past January, Sportsister is going to be running a special ‘Healthy Eating Week’ next week on Sportsister.com.

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Sportsister Pinterest competitionSportsister Pinterest competition – #healthysportsister2013

Create a Pinterest board to show us how healthy your 2013 is going to be, and the most inspirational board will win a fab beauty  bundle packed with prizes to kick start your year.

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Travel: 'New year, new you' holidaysTravel: ‘New year, new you’ holidays

After a long year and a busy festive season, with all the social engagements and over-indulgences this includes, you might very well be feeling sluggish, and less than raring to go at the start of 2013! Perhaps you want to recharge your batteries, cleanse and renew your body and spirit, or start the new year [...]

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Ask personal trainer Lucy Wyndham-Read your questions - October 25, 1-2 pmAsk personal trainer Lucy Wyndham-Read your questions on October 25, 1-2 pm

On October we were joined by personal trainer Lucy Wyndham-Read, who was answering your questions in an hour long lunchtime web chat. Lucy is a world-renowned personal trainer with more than 17 years experience, her passion is showing women that exercise and healthy living can be easy. So whatever you want to know now is [...]

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Tried and tested: Rab Orbit HoodyRab Orbit Hoody

I tried the Rab Orbit Hoody courtesy of Gooutdoors.com who have a great selection of outdoor brands to suit all budgets. This fleece is described as lightweight and is made from the branded fabric Polartec 100. I used it for a variety of outdoor activities including walking, cycling and throwing on at the end of a training session – it did all jobs perfectly!

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Olympics for beginners: Don’t let the flame go out!Olympics for beginners: Don’t let the flame go out!

I’m writing this the day after the parade. It all feels very final. Louis Smith may be confirmed for Strictly, Victoria Pendleton’s book is now on order, and my flag still flaps defiantly above the telly, but we don’t live in that happy place anymore. Soon, the fact that we saw a horse dance to [...]

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Sports stores

Check out our list of women’s specific or female friendly retailers and you will never have to endure a spotty lad trying to tell you about sports bras ever again! Sheactive. Sheactive is a new concept in retailing sportswear. By concentrating just on women and their specific needs we are able to bring to you [...]

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