Health

Splash! 8 of the best wild swimming spots

It's getting hot in here, so take off all your clothes! Now dive into our guide to the best open water swimming locations in Northants and beyond. Just kindly refrain from bombing, running or petting please.
6 of the best face coverings from local indie brands

It's official: face masks are the new Chanel lippy. We've found 6 local brands who are bringing it with the latest must-have accessory so you can look good whilst still keeping those germs under control.
7 steps to better sleep in lockdown

You've downed a chamomile tea, ignored your phone for an hour and mentally shoved your 900th sheep over a gate - but still can't get to sleep. Sound familiar? Read on for our guide to getting some Z's during lockdown.
10 of the best spring walks near you

It's National Walking Month! What better way to celebrate than striking out on one of these lovely lockdown-friendly circular walks across the gorgeously bucolic landscapes of Northants?
Gotta Have It

Planning a garden Easter egg hunt? Better hide this one from the kids - it's the UK's first Cannabis Easter Egg. Ready, steady, munchy!
A Muddy call to arms

The escalation of you-know-what means our beloved local businesses are battling to survive - but we have some ideas to help. Ready, steady, support!
Muddy Meets Kristina Rihanoff

We caught up with the jaw-droppingly gorge (yes, even in no make-up after an hour of teaching hot yoga) Strictly pro turned yogini and entrepreneur at her super-slick studio, Soo Yoga in Northampton, to chat about her passion for helping others to prioritise their health and wellbeing.
A new wellbeing technique

Find out what this incredible therapy is all about and how it can improve your mental and physical health. It's so good it's even cured Fibromyalgia.
Are you sober curious?

Whether you're doing Dry January or cutting down, we're all re-examining our relationship with alcohol! Could "sober curious" be for you?
Northants’ Best Kept Secret – Homefield Grange

A 5* luxury escape that gives you a serious health kick while showing you how to live life well (for longer)!
10 top activities to get fit and keep fit

Need help sticking to them? We can help you there too!
The cynical Muddy tries hypnotherapy…

Anxiety is one of the biggest issues facing us in modern life. Can hypnotherapy really help?