26 Marathons in 26 Days DONE ...

Rosie Swale MBE - the first and only woman to run around the world has broken another world record on the 30th April 2010 by completing her 26th marathon in 26 days on the Great Welsh Marathon course in Llanelli.

Rosie .... Tenby’s round-the-world adventurer, completed the challenge in aid of children’s hospices.

Human Being Active supported Rosie on this stage of her latest epic adventure
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Pilates

Pilates can help you prevent and recover from injury it can also help your training towards a Human Being Active event.

Benefits of Pilates:

1. Develop a strong core -- flat abdominals and a strong back ...

Control of the core is achieved by integrating the trunk, pelvis and shoulder girdle.

2. Build strength without “bulking up” -- gain long, lean muscles and flexibility

Conventional workouts tend to build short, bulky muscles -- the type most prone to injury but Pilates elongates and strengthens, improving muscle elasticity and joint mobility. A body with balanced strength and flexibility is less likely to be injured.

3. Be confident and safe ...

Many of the exercises are performed in reclining or sitting positions, and most are low impact and partially weight bearing. Pilates is so safe, it is used in physical therapy facilities to rehabilitate injuries.
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