Wednesday, July 22, 2009
Free group personal training session on 26th July
Personal trainer Sapan Sehgal is kindly sharing his very precious time this Sunday 26th July to offer a free group training session.
For more information please email paola@energya.co.uk
For more information please email paola@energya.co.uk
Labels: personal training
Wednesday, July 15, 2009
I am now on BLERP
Wednesday, May 27, 2009
Energya can help you with all your health and fitness
We have partnered with personal trainer Sapan Sehgal to offer a complete wellbeing solution; see Sapan's page at http://sapanpersonaltrainer.weebly.com.
Labels: fitness, personal training, relaxation, wellness
Monday, April 20, 2009
Thisismoney: bank charges
Comment I posted on thisismoney:
I had been penalised several times with unauthorised overdraft charges. I am running a small business and I have noticed that employed people with a stable job may judge those who take business risks and are entrepreneurial, my friends included! My friends prefer that I close my business in holistic therapies and "get a proper job". I know that my business is adding a lot of value to my clients experiencing stress and tension. Using an overdraft is just one of the tools available to manage your cashflow. My business was affected by the credit crunch and I got charged hundreds of pounds in fees. Luckily, both Alliance and Leicester and Nationwide gave me a refund of charges totalling £600. I am still waiting for Natwest to give me a £250 refund since August 2008. The fact that I got a refund of overdraft charge is a clear proof that the banking system is levying disproportionate fees. I have now written a book on debt related stress to share my story and top tips.
- Paola Bassanese, Energya Stress Management Solutions, London
Posted: 20 April 2009, 7:58am
http://www.thisismoney.co.uk/campaigns/bankcharges/article.html?in_article_id=481401&in_page_id=507&expand=true#c401244
I had been penalised several times with unauthorised overdraft charges. I am running a small business and I have noticed that employed people with a stable job may judge those who take business risks and are entrepreneurial, my friends included! My friends prefer that I close my business in holistic therapies and "get a proper job". I know that my business is adding a lot of value to my clients experiencing stress and tension. Using an overdraft is just one of the tools available to manage your cashflow. My business was affected by the credit crunch and I got charged hundreds of pounds in fees. Luckily, both Alliance and Leicester and Nationwide gave me a refund of charges totalling £600. I am still waiting for Natwest to give me a £250 refund since August 2008. The fact that I got a refund of overdraft charge is a clear proof that the banking system is levying disproportionate fees. I have now written a book on debt related stress to share my story and top tips.
- Paola Bassanese, Energya Stress Management Solutions, London
Posted: 20 April 2009, 7:58am
http://www.thisismoney.co.uk/campaigns/bankcharges/article.html?in_article_id=481401&in_page_id=507&expand=true#c401244
Sunday, April 19, 2009
ENERGYA PRESS RELEASE: Energya Ltd launches new e-book on managing debt related stress
Apr 19, 2009 – ENERGYA PRESS RELEASE
BEAT DEBT WORRIES WITH RELAXATION AND A CLEAR STRATEGY
London . - Energya Ltd launches new e-book on managing debt related stress.
Managing your debts can be a full-time job. Debt never sleeps but you can learn how to put your debt to bed.
To be able to manage debt you need to feel good about yourself first. Creditors will do anything to make you feel like a criminal and try to dent your self-esteem.
Sometimes, what you really need is the sense of perspective you get from going away on holiday to then tackle bills and creditors with gusto. Of course, when you are in debt, the last thing you can afford is a holiday. That is why Paola Bassanese of Energya Ltd has written a book on cost-effective strategies to manage debt-related stress. The e-book “Relax and Get Richer” by Paola Bassanese is based on the author's own experience of dealing with creditors, shares her techniques and strategies and it succinctly condenses a vast amount of information on debt management from multiple sources.
Taking a holistic approach, this e-book presents the information in a simple, clear, concise and conversational manner. The advice on health and nutrition is accessible and easy to implement. The e-book can be purchased at http://www.energya.co.uk.
Paola Bassanese, Director of Energya Stress Management Solutions, decided to help other people who are struggling to cope with financial stress by providing a range of massage therapy and healthy eating packages and workshops.
#QUOTE Paola Bassanese says “Debt, especially credit card debt, is at an all-time high at the moment because of global economic conditions and many people cannot afford to repay their debts. At micro-economic level, middle class households are affected by their inability to obtain credit and individuals are at risk of losing their homes through repossessions. Something must be done to create a fairer banking system: consumers can vote with their feet and choose more ethical financial services providers and products. This way we can all influence the future direction of the financial services industry.
My role is to provide advice and relaxation techniques to those who are under pressure. If someone is being hassled by creditors and is worried by the size of their debts, they can become better equipped to handle their stress levels by knowing their rights as consumers and looking after their health.”
# # #
About Paola Bassanese
Paola Bassanese, MA IR/ES, ITEC Dip., is a fully qualified and highly respected Harley Street holistic practitioner specialising in:
stress management
natural facelift massage
back and shoulder tension.
She is the owner and director of Energya Ltd, a company specialising in stress management solutions. Paola runs massage workshops and gives talks on how to manage stress effectively.
As an author, Paola has written for the international consultancy Ovum and for the Economist, she was quoted in the Financial Times and her story was published in Spirit and Destiny.
About Energya Ltd
Energya can help you improve your overall wellbeing with a tailored programme including healthy eating and relaxation.
For more information visit our website www.energya.co.uk
TWITTER: http://twitter.com/paolaenergya
BEAT DEBT WORRIES WITH RELAXATION AND A CLEAR STRATEGY
London . - Energya Ltd launches new e-book on managing debt related stress.
Managing your debts can be a full-time job. Debt never sleeps but you can learn how to put your debt to bed.
To be able to manage debt you need to feel good about yourself first. Creditors will do anything to make you feel like a criminal and try to dent your self-esteem.
Sometimes, what you really need is the sense of perspective you get from going away on holiday to then tackle bills and creditors with gusto. Of course, when you are in debt, the last thing you can afford is a holiday. That is why Paola Bassanese of Energya Ltd has written a book on cost-effective strategies to manage debt-related stress. The e-book “Relax and Get Richer” by Paola Bassanese is based on the author's own experience of dealing with creditors, shares her techniques and strategies and it succinctly condenses a vast amount of information on debt management from multiple sources.
Taking a holistic approach, this e-book presents the information in a simple, clear, concise and conversational manner. The advice on health and nutrition is accessible and easy to implement. The e-book can be purchased at http://www.energya.co.uk.
Paola Bassanese, Director of Energya Stress Management Solutions, decided to help other people who are struggling to cope with financial stress by providing a range of massage therapy and healthy eating packages and workshops.
#QUOTE Paola Bassanese says “Debt, especially credit card debt, is at an all-time high at the moment because of global economic conditions and many people cannot afford to repay their debts. At micro-economic level, middle class households are affected by their inability to obtain credit and individuals are at risk of losing their homes through repossessions. Something must be done to create a fairer banking system: consumers can vote with their feet and choose more ethical financial services providers and products. This way we can all influence the future direction of the financial services industry.
My role is to provide advice and relaxation techniques to those who are under pressure. If someone is being hassled by creditors and is worried by the size of their debts, they can become better equipped to handle their stress levels by knowing their rights as consumers and looking after their health.”
# # #
About Paola Bassanese
Paola Bassanese, MA IR/ES, ITEC Dip., is a fully qualified and highly respected Harley Street holistic practitioner specialising in:
stress management
natural facelift massage
back and shoulder tension.
She is the owner and director of Energya Ltd, a company specialising in stress management solutions. Paola runs massage workshops and gives talks on how to manage stress effectively.
As an author, Paola has written for the international consultancy Ovum and for the Economist, she was quoted in the Financial Times and her story was published in Spirit and Destiny.
About Energya Ltd
Energya can help you improve your overall wellbeing with a tailored programme including healthy eating and relaxation.
For more information visit our website www.energya.co.uk
TWITTER: http://twitter.com/paolaenergya
Labels: debt, healthy eating, massage, money, nutrition, relaxation, stress, wellbeing
Wednesday, March 25, 2009
Energya's tips for marathon runners
Tips for marathon runners
by Paola Bassanese
Every year in April London hosts the London Marathon.
Thousands of people start training in January (which makes for a very good new year's resolution) and of those, some follow a training programme with a professional, some others download a programme from the internet, others run together with friends in local running groups and, unfortunately, some don't even follow specific guidelines and hope for the best on the day.
Marathon running is gruelling and requires a lot of preparation. It is common to develop injuries due to running on concrete or because of ill-fitting shoes. Positioning the foot badly on the ground, either tilting it inwards or outwards, can cause postural and muscular problems. Some women for example, who are used to wearing high heeled shoes, may find it more natural to run on the ball of their feet instead of the heel and middle of the feet. This can cause issues to the shins, lower back and tendonitis.
As we get closer to Marathon day, here's a few tips to ensure you have an injury-free (if not pain-free) run:
*check your shoes. Ideally when you bought your shoes you went to a reputable shop where a trained shop assistant made an assessment of your running style and advised you on getting insoles, if applicable. If you are a beginner and have been training in old shoes they may not be supporting your feet adequately. You still have time to buy new shoes and break them in, but do it now.
*Blisters. The best way to prevent them is to apply a vaseline-based lotion to avoid rubbing. Also see point made above about shoes: if they are too big, get an insole.
*Injuries. Runners tend to get pain in their calves, Achilles heels, quads, hamstrings, knees, hips, ITB (the lateral band that goes all the way down the side of your legs) and feet. To prevent injuries, always do specific stretches to increase the flexibility of all the major muscle groups. You can find good tutorials at: http://www.expertvillage.com/video/2603_stretching-legs-before-running.htm
However, DIY-stretching can be harmful if done incorrectly: always check with a physiotherapist or sports professional that you are doing the exercises correctly.
*visualise your goal. See yourself victorious at the finishing line: your friends and family being proud of you, see yourself holding that medal. Do this visualisation every time you train.
*Nutrition and hydration. Keep sipping water, possibly with added minerals, throughout your run. Load up on carbohydrates (rice, pasta, root vegetables like sweet potatoes, turnips, parsnips) during the day to provide you with slow release energy. In the evening, choose protein-rich meals (legumes, fish, meat, tofu) combined with carbohydrates to help your muscles repair overnight. Try to avoid ready made meals as they are loaded with fat and salt, which sap energy. If possible, reduce the amount of alcohol as it puts extra strain on the liver. Before a run, choose a light snack like a banana or rice cakes with avocado. For dietary advice when running a marathon, see www.eatright.org. Also make sure you eat plenty of vitamin-rich foods like fresh fruit to avoid getting colds and flu. You have been training through the winter and with the change of season your body will need extra vitamins and minerals.
*Make rest days an unmovable appointment in your diary. If you have skipped a couple of runs for ill health or work/social commitments, you still need to take a rest day every other day. The week before the marathon should be mostly dedicated to complete rest.
*Get expert advice. If in doubt, always speak to a qualified physiotherapist who can advise you on specific rehabilitation exercises and stretches.
*Get regular massage treatments. Massage can drain waste products like lactic acid away from muscle tissue so you can increase blood flow to the area, improve flexibility and decrease pain.
As the date of the London Marathon is approaching fast and the length of training runs are getting longer, runners are more at risk of injury as work commitments, fatigue and general aches and pains can have a negative influence on performance.
Energya wishes all London Marathon runners a successful and injury-free marathon.
by Paola Bassanese
Every year in April London hosts the London Marathon.
Thousands of people start training in January (which makes for a very good new year's resolution) and of those, some follow a training programme with a professional, some others download a programme from the internet, others run together with friends in local running groups and, unfortunately, some don't even follow specific guidelines and hope for the best on the day.
Marathon running is gruelling and requires a lot of preparation. It is common to develop injuries due to running on concrete or because of ill-fitting shoes. Positioning the foot badly on the ground, either tilting it inwards or outwards, can cause postural and muscular problems. Some women for example, who are used to wearing high heeled shoes, may find it more natural to run on the ball of their feet instead of the heel and middle of the feet. This can cause issues to the shins, lower back and tendonitis.
As we get closer to Marathon day, here's a few tips to ensure you have an injury-free (if not pain-free) run:
*check your shoes. Ideally when you bought your shoes you went to a reputable shop where a trained shop assistant made an assessment of your running style and advised you on getting insoles, if applicable. If you are a beginner and have been training in old shoes they may not be supporting your feet adequately. You still have time to buy new shoes and break them in, but do it now.
*Blisters. The best way to prevent them is to apply a vaseline-based lotion to avoid rubbing. Also see point made above about shoes: if they are too big, get an insole.
*Injuries. Runners tend to get pain in their calves, Achilles heels, quads, hamstrings, knees, hips, ITB (the lateral band that goes all the way down the side of your legs) and feet. To prevent injuries, always do specific stretches to increase the flexibility of all the major muscle groups. You can find good tutorials at: http://www.expertvillage.com/video/2603_stretching-legs-before-running.htm
However, DIY-stretching can be harmful if done incorrectly: always check with a physiotherapist or sports professional that you are doing the exercises correctly.
*visualise your goal. See yourself victorious at the finishing line: your friends and family being proud of you, see yourself holding that medal. Do this visualisation every time you train.
*Nutrition and hydration. Keep sipping water, possibly with added minerals, throughout your run. Load up on carbohydrates (rice, pasta, root vegetables like sweet potatoes, turnips, parsnips) during the day to provide you with slow release energy. In the evening, choose protein-rich meals (legumes, fish, meat, tofu) combined with carbohydrates to help your muscles repair overnight. Try to avoid ready made meals as they are loaded with fat and salt, which sap energy. If possible, reduce the amount of alcohol as it puts extra strain on the liver. Before a run, choose a light snack like a banana or rice cakes with avocado. For dietary advice when running a marathon, see www.eatright.org. Also make sure you eat plenty of vitamin-rich foods like fresh fruit to avoid getting colds and flu. You have been training through the winter and with the change of season your body will need extra vitamins and minerals.
*Make rest days an unmovable appointment in your diary. If you have skipped a couple of runs for ill health or work/social commitments, you still need to take a rest day every other day. The week before the marathon should be mostly dedicated to complete rest.
*Get expert advice. If in doubt, always speak to a qualified physiotherapist who can advise you on specific rehabilitation exercises and stretches.
*Get regular massage treatments. Massage can drain waste products like lactic acid away from muscle tissue so you can increase blood flow to the area, improve flexibility and decrease pain.
As the date of the London Marathon is approaching fast and the length of training runs are getting longer, runners are more at risk of injury as work commitments, fatigue and general aches and pains can have a negative influence on performance.
Energya wishes all London Marathon runners a successful and injury-free marathon.
Labels: injuries prevention, marathon running, massage, nutrition
Monday, February 23, 2009
"The Has-Beenz"(TM) Recipes
“The Has-Beenz”(TM) Recipes
I have created a savoury and a sweet recipe using beans. Yes, you can even make a dessert with beans, no kidding (no kidney? OK, that's not funny)!
Aduki bean falafel
This recipe is wheat, yeast and dairy free (if you use gram flour).
Ingredients:
250gr pre-soaked aduki beans
1 egg
3 tablespoons gram (chickpea) flour or normal flour
salt and pepper to taste
chilli powder
curry powder
2 garlic cloves or a small shallot (optional)
Method:
Soak the beans the day before, or overnight for a minimum of 8 hours.
Cook the beans for at least 1 hour in boiling water, then blitz in a food processor to a smooth paste.
Mix all the ingredients ensuring it is not too dry or too wet. Mold into small discs/burger shapes a couple of inches thick.
Heat some oil in a frying pan, drop a few falafels into the oil one at a time and cook on each side for 3-4 minutes. You could alternatively pan fry for 1-2 minutes then put under the grill or in the oven for another 5-10 minutes.
Serve with a mixed salad and a fresh dip like yoghurt, cucumber and mint.
Aduki bean chocolate muffins
This recipe is wheat, yeast, dairy free and with a low Glycaemic Index if you use agave syrup instead of sugar and gram flour instead of normal flour.
Ingredients
150gr pre-soaked aduki beans
3 tablespoons agave syrup (or sugar)
3 tablespoons cocoa powder
1 tablespoon coconut oil
1 egg
½ tablespoon gram flour
1 pinch baking soda
cinnamom and other spices to taste (optional)
Method:
Soak the beans the day before, or overnight for a minimum of 8 hours.
Cook the beans in boiling water for at least one hour then blitz in a food processor. Check that there's no small bits left, you need to get a smooth paste.
Mix all the ingredients together: melt some coconut oil over boiling water if the weather is cold and set some of it aside for the ramekins.
The mixture should make 4 small muffins. Swirl the coconut oil inside the ramekins, pour the mixture in and cook in the oven for 15-20 minutes at 150 degrees Celsius.
Serve with either single cream or strawberry jam.
Labels: recipes using aduki beans
e-book coming soon
Keep an eye on the Energya's website - we will soon publish an e-book on how to deal with money-related stress.
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