Welcome to Healthy Living with Independent Leicester! This is your one stop blog for all things mental, physical, and spiritual well-being.
We all promise ourselves that we will do things to make ourselves just that little bit healthier, like drinking more water, exercising more, and eating better. It is so hard to start these habits so to help ease some of the pressure and help you stick to your healthy living plans we have put together this blog!
Physical activity is amazing for the brain and can help to improve thinking, learning and problem-solving solving along with reducing anxiety and depression.
So why not get physical and try something new? Social Climbing is an indoor bouldering centre filled with artificial rock walls and safety mats of course. You don’t have to be an expert, all skill levels are welcome, and the staff are on hand to give advice or help you learn through 1-2-1 lessons.
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Not all exercise has to be so physical. A Space to Breathe Collective is a not-for-profit wellbeing co-operative in the city centre. Their peaceful upstairs room is where you can experience weekly classes such as Breathwork, Meditation, Healing Circles, Cocoa Ceremonies, Yoga Nidra and Connection Events. They strive to make yoga, meditation, therapy and wellbeing more accessible, inclusive and participatory.
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Bikram Yoga is the only place in the East Midlands to find the original, 90-minute hot yoga class taught by certified teachers! This isn’t for the faint-hearted, from personal experience, this is the hardest 90 minutes of your life but, the feeling you get after is amazing, you will feel like you’ve sweated afterwards! It’s all about mind over matter.
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It is important to take care of your body inside and out, so fuelling it with nourishing food is key!
Indulge in Japanese-inspired fast food at Zoka, offering flavourful macro bowls like the spicy Gunpowder Bowl and teriyaki-style Donburi with protein choices ranging from slow-cooked chicken to panko-breaded cauliflower wings.
They believe that every bite is a step towards feeling your best!
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Did you know Prana means life-force energy. It cannot be seen or measured, only felt. Elevate your energy with nourishing options at Prana Café, a premier vegan and non-vegan spot in Leicester since 2018. Raise your vibration by increasing your Prana!
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The Detox Shack on Market Street is the perfect lunchtime getaway for your 5 a day. Serving up fresh, raw produce that is locally sourced for the best taste and quality possible, Detox Shack is one of the best places in Leicester to treat yourself to a healthy, takeaway lunch!
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Now it’s time to cleanse our space.
One of Leicester’s most well-known spiritual shops, The Very Bazaar has every crystal, incense flavour and tarot deck you could possibly need. Plus, who doesn’t love a shopping trip! That’s sure good for the soul.
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If you’re wanting wholesome ingredients The Pot Pourri Shop is the spot for you. Originally a health foods haven, the shop has transformed into a treasure trove over the years. You’ll find an array of organic ingredients, wholesome meals, and natural aromatherapy. If you’re feeling a little peckish, head upstairs to The Good Earth, a vegan and vegetarian café serving up delicious homecooked meals.
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If you fancy taking your healthy living lifestyle to the next level, why not check out our blog on Leicester’s best plant-based picks!
