26 T e Good Life Health, Beauty & Wellbeing


How to row like a pro


This new exercise class co-founded by Gareth Bale promises to work out the mind and body. Words: Anna Evdokimou


itself as standing out from the crowd. How, you ask? T rough its focus on both rowing and mental conditioning. T e minds behind it also includes Olympic gold medallist Will Satch and the former international rower Ben Tipney. Each 50-minute class is high-


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intensity interval training where fl oor-focused exercises are combined with, of course, rowing. T is is what happened when I gave it a go…


Class newbie If you’ve never rowed before (like me), you may initially be put off by the seemingly endless line of high-tech rowing machines that greet you upon entering the gym. But I soon found it wasn’t the rowing aspect that was confusing (mastering the machine was simple), but instead it was keeping up with the fast-paced exercises in-between rowing bouts that was tricky. A board displays a list of exercises (split squats, bicep curls and so on) that you need to complete in-between rowing sessions, and it can be easy to lose track of your reps when everyone is working at a diff erent pace. But after a while, I found my groove


and began to enjoy the competitive nature of the class. And that’s where I think the mental benefi ts are supposed to kick in. A Rowbots Switch On class is


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structured so that you work in a team of two, and if you haven’t come with a friend or partner, then you’ll be paired with a stranger. While this could feel quite awkward, the pace of the class doesn’t allow you time to dwell on it, and you’ll soon fi nd yourself


owbots, a London-based fi tness studio co-founded by footballing legend Gareth Bale, describes


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cheering on your teammate as they row. I also found myself laughing frequently as my partner and I tried to fi nish our reps as fast as possible, simultaneously. So, in that sense, it’s more than just a workout. By the end of the class, I was maxed


out. Rowbots isn’t for the faint-hearted — it’s fast-paced with little time to rest. While I struggled throughout, I felt a sense of triumph as the trainer, Matteo, signalled the end of the class. It’s a rewarding feeling, having completed something so intense. As soothing music began to


permeate through the speakers, we were told to lie down, close our eyes and revel in our accomplishment. So did it help my mental health?


Well, any type of workout will benefi t your mood and mental health. Releasing endorphins lowers stress and enhances wellbeing. But the benefi t of this class is that you burn a lot of calories while also gaining a huge feeling of accomplishment at the same time. I did feel more positive than I usually do after my normal workout (despite being the slowest rower of the session).


THREE NEW FACIAL


TREATMENTS TO TRY Words: Grace Davidson


The acne laser for all skin tones A laser treatment for all types of acne has come to the UK. AviClear has been used in the US and Canada since 2022 and remains the fi rst and only FDA-cleared laser for long-term treatment of mild, moderate, and severe acne such as infl ammatory acne vulgaris. You can now fi nd it at Dr Tatiana and Rishi’s Advanced Aesthetics clinic in central London. drtatiana.co.uk


Mesotherapy without the needles Mesoboost is a new treatment that uses an electrical pulse to momen- tarily disrupt the skin cells, allowing products to enter deeper layers of the skin for enhanced results. A needle- free alternative to mesotherapy, which sees skincare ingredients injected into the skin, treatment options include: rejuvenating, lifting and pigment therapy — which can be used alone or in combination. For best results you’ll likely need three treatments or more. cardenpark.co.uk/spa


The laser to improve skin condition Another new laser to the UK is the ADVATx, but this one promises to treat a multitude of skin concerns. It can shrink pores, target fi ne lines and wrinkles, reduce hyperpigmentation (such as melasma and sun damage), smooth skin texture and treat rosacea. ADVATx promises results with just one treatment, which can be done every six to eight months to maintain results. 111harleystreet.com


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iberty Home, in Cape Town, South Africa and Kortrijk, Belgium, is a beacon of hope for


those struggling with addiction. With a holistic approach to recovery, the team provide comprehensive treatment services that address the physical, emotional and psychological aspects of addiction. T e Cape Town facility off ers a


serene and supportive environment where individuals can focus on their recovery journey. T e team at Liberty Home understands that addiction is a complex disease that requires person- alised care. T e team off er a range of evidence-based therapies, including cognitive behavioural therapy, group therapy and family counselling, to help clients heal and rebuild their lives. In Kortrijk, Belgium, Liberty Home provides a similar level of care, with a


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relapse prevention planning


and access to community resources. Liberty Home also recognises the


importance of addressing co-occurring mental health disorders. T ey have a team of experienced professionals who are trained to identify and treat these disorders alongside addiction. Overall, Liberty Home is dedicated


to providing compassionate and eff ec- tive addiction care. Its facilities in Cape Town and Kortrijk off er a safe and supportive environment where individ- uals can heal and reclaim their lives.


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