American Pole Dance Championships 2009

Anyone who knows me will know how much I love my pole dancing and pole fitness classes. Here is a little taster of why it fascinates me so much:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8_NJiwIVu6k&feature=related

I Love Nordic Walking!

Hello folks
I had to write as I am in love with Nordic walking. I will be writing an article about this fantastic activity and will post the link on when it gets published in a couple of weeks but I had to share some really good news....... I have managed to shed a total of 10.5 inches from my previous body measurements - in 2 weeks! The most notable difference is round my waist, belly and hips. I haven't been as careful with food and have even been having a sneaky drink during the week!
So if you want better stamina, an activity that is kind to your body and has quick toning affects, look no further!
Anna :)

Pole Fitness Tuition Caught on Tape

I just found this while scanning the web. This film was made in May 2009 while we were at the Round Town News Lifestyle Expo. This is Maria from the Pole Professionals in action!!

http://video.aol.co.uk/video-detail/pole-dance-fitness-interview-viva-tv-part-33/347583738

Hope you enjoy this little taster!

Anna :)

Happiness

The tiniest things in life can give us the deepest fulfillment. A compliment about your work, a hug from a friend, a walk on the beach. But today I am happy because......

The sun has come out to play and after weeks of cold weather and rain, it is now 18C!
This means I can air my house and clear the backlog of washing!!

Today is a good day :)

Sea Experiences on the Costa Blanca

Happy new year to one and all! I hope you have all had fun over the festive season and if you are reading this from the UK, I hope you are safe and warm.

This article was meant to be published at the end of last year as part of a 3-part summary of 2009, but hey, here it is now. Copy and paste this address and it will take you direct to the article on the Round Town News website:

http://www.roundtownnews.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=21868&Itemid=31

It's a cold, grey, wet and miserable day here in Algorfa but the shiny silver pole that my fiance bought me for Christmas is lighting up our living room - so I have no reason to go out!

Take care everyone, especially all you guys in the UK!

Air Experiences Across the Costa Blanca

Here is the next edition to my activity summary of 2009 - air experiences on the Costa Blanca.

As usual it's an article for the Round Town News so if you follow this link you'll be able to read all about it.

http://www.roundtownnews.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=21781&Itemid=31

I've just enrolled on a journalism course so am looking foward to my personal professional development in 2010, it's going to be an exciting journey filled with fun and adventure and I will be taking you with me at every step of the way.

I hope everyone that reads this has a happy, healthy and prosperous year in 2010.

Warmest wishes, Anna :)

Finishing the week with a bang!

Yesterday we spent a lovely afternoon shooting at our friends school near to the Maigmo nature reserve in Alicante. It was FREEZING, but we soldiered on. My partner did very well, never having fired a shotgun before, I was very proud of him and I think he may have found a new hobby. I was less fortunate in my abilities and whereas in the past I have managed to fire of some accurate flukes; I missed all the damn clays this time. I think I need to work on which eye to focus with; or change the hand I hold the gun with. Either way I'm going to need major practice if I'm going to keep up with the boys!
The write up for this experience will be my first feature in the Round Town News in 2010 and will be posted here for you all to have a good chuckle over.

Earth Experiences Across the Costa Blanca

The end of 2009 is upon us and for my next 3 columns in the Round Town News I will be looking at the highlights of the Costa Blanca and my adventures this year. This week starts by looking at earth bound experiences:

http://www.roundtownnews.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=21646&Itemid=31

Check me out next week when we look at air, concluding with sea in the last edition of 2009.

Tara's Retreat and Dan's Mosaics

This weeks article is about a really lovely couple I know, who run a yoga retreat and mosaic workshops close to Cartegena in the Murcia region.

There's also a shout-out to the Spanish Class 1 team who were up on the podium after coming 3rd at the last races in Abu Dhabi.

http://www.roundtownnews.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=21470&Itemid=31

Power Boating in Spain

Good morning all! Here is my latest article published in this weeks Round Town News. This week I have covered power boating in Spain and some of the issues affecting this activity. I hope you enjoy.

http://www.roundtownnews.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=21411&Itemid=31

Have a great weekend! Anna :)

Ryanair Calendar Girls Photo Shoot - Video

Hola!

Just found this online and thought I would share. I helped to coordinate the locations and team members featured in the first 2 minutes 16 seconds.

I have just submitted an article for next weeks Round Town News that will feature a bit more info about the calendar so will add the link for that next weekend.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=80b5Pm6sf34

Enjoy! ;)

Pole Fitness

Pole dancing has been my passion for over a year now and not only is the sport totally cool but the instructor is one of my best friends. Check out this article to find out more:

http://www.roundtownnews.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=21319&Itemid=31

I will be posting some films on YouTube by the end of the winter season, all the girls are getting so good now and we reckon we can produce a video that makes everyone look twice!

Watch this space people!

Ultralight Flying Session

Here's another air-born article from the Round Town News, this time taking place right inland close to the Sierra de Espuña.

http://www.roundtownnews.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=21281&Itemid=31

I hope you guys are enjoying these!!

Anna :)

La Manga Club Charity Walk

This is an article I wrote after climbing a lovely (small) mountain. It was a baking day but an easy walk compared to some of the others I've done.

http://www.roundtownnews.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=21162&Itemid=38

The Class 1 article I wrote recently has had some fantastic feedback and is being used to drill up further support for the races taking part in Torrevieja next year. Sooooo exciting!

Class 1 - An Introduction

Hi everyone!
This article is one of my best yet! For all the petrol heads and wanna-be speed freaks, this is for you:

http://www.roundtownnews.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=21140&Itemid=31

I'm proud to be the only English journalist associated with the Spanish team and can't wait to see how the story unfolds...... Watch this space