Women's Fitness August 2018

Hands up who wants a bit of Tess Daly’s gorgeous glow this summer? She’s the queen of Saturday night TV and mum-of-two with a dizzyingly busy work and social schedule. And, in the flesh, we can confirm she’s just as radiant, fun and full of energy as you’d imagine. So just what is the secret of our ever-youthful cover star? Turn to ‘Long live Tess!’ (page 50) to learn how the down-to-earth presenter stays so fit, healthy and fabulous and steal some of her top wellbeing secrets. Also inside this issue, you can pick up beauty tips from Tess’s make-up artist who, along with other top industry pros, shares her expert advice for looking and feeling your best this holiday season, in ‘Your beach body kit’ (page 64). Get fit…

STAR LETTER ENERGY BOOST I enjoyed reading your informative feature ‘Recharge your Energy’ (July issue) as I was eager to learn how I could boost my reserves. I’d love summer 2018 to be the best one ever. One way I can make this happen is to cultivate an awesome body and mental energy to help me accomplish what I want to do. Brilliant tips, such as scrapping to-do lists, shifting focus, reducing TV time, looking after my liver, having a life’s purpose and creating a morning ritual, will help create a new, energetic me! When these elements are in sync, each action, each day will fuel the next. Thank you for such a motivational article. Jessika Cooper, Devon STICKING AT IT Thank you for your brilliant article ‘Run like Rochelle’…

This month, Jessika wins an outfit from Tikiboo activewear, worth over £100. The quirky Candy Skulls Leggings, £35.99, are one of our favourite patterns, with pink Mexican-style skulls blended with pastel candy colours – the perfect combination of feminine yet edgy! These leggings are breathable and designed to improve circulation while you’re training, plus the high-waist fit is super flattering on all body shapes. When paired with the Candy Skulls Sports Bra, £24.99, and the Candy Skulls Gym Bag, £39.99, you’ll definitely stand out from the crowd. In Tikiboo we can guarantee that your clothing is as bright and energetic as your workout! tikiboo.co.uk.…

‘I like Jamie Oliver’s Simple Sushi Salad with all the amazing flavours of hot-smoked salmon, wasabi, ginger and soy sauce.’ Gail Simmons, Perth ‘I love a Vietnamese-style salad, with lots of herbs such as mint and coriander – it tastes so fresh!’ Ingrid Nilsson, London ‘BBC Good Food does a great Warm beet, chorizo and pear salad – delicious!’ Kiara Bawa, Birmingham ‘I like Middle Eastern flavours: tahini, tabouleh and halloumi with flatbread.’ Sam Hitchins, Chester…

1 HEAD TO A VEGAN EATERY New restaurant Tell Your Friends has just opened on London’s New Kings Road. Owned by Made in Chelsea stars, vegan sisters Lucy and Tiffany Watson, it caters to the growing population who eschew anything that’s derived from animals. The sisters’ aim is to showcase how tasty and accessible vegan food can be, with delicious dishes such as Chicken Bites, made from jackfruit with a hemp and sunflower crumb; visit tellyourfriendsldn.com. 2 LEARN TO FLY HIGH If you’ve always fancied trying kitesurfing, we’ve found the holiday for you. KiteWorldWide offers a budget week-long trip to the vibrant (and windy!) Moroccan town of Essaouira, with its long stretch of beach. You’ll receive 12 hours of lessons over the week and, by the end, you should be…

‘I wake up around 7.30am and have a glass of lemon water to cleanse my system. Then I check my emails and head to the gym to do fasted cardio as it works best for my body. I spend two hours working out, but mix it up as it can be sterile otherwise. If the weather’s good, I’ll head out to Epping Forest for a workout and take my skipping rope. Being in nature helps me push my endurance more and the psychological effects are better too. If the weather’s bad, I’ll do a Spin or circuits class instead. I prefer group training, and always make sure I get a full-body workout. ‘Around 11am, I go home and have an organic green juice or smoothie with almond milk, dates, peanut…