Thieves have raided two small farms in Shropshire and made off with 11 chickens, an
electric fence and even rugs from the back of horses.
The landowners in Ryton and Beckbury, near Shifnal, have been left thousands of pounds
out of pocket after suffering three thefts in just three weeks.
One of the victims, John Lamb, 66, from Beckbury, said the thieves also stole a chicken
coop, horse food, solar lights, eight 4×4 tyres and several pieces of equestrian
equipment.
"The buildings are quite secure and it would have required someone of a very small
stature, but very strong, to get in and move around," he said.
"They took some rubber mats and they can weight up to 100lbs. They also took the
electric fence and that alone is about £180 and the battery is another £80.
"All of the stuff taken is essential for what we do and they know that. They know we
will have to replace it and I am sure they are thinking they can come back and just
have it for free again.
"On all occasions they got in by cutting a stock fence and barbed wire and even removed
a beech tree."
Mr Lamb said as well as the monetary cost, the thieves have taken away their beloved
animals.
"My wife Victoria has become quite attached to the chickens. You get attached to these
animals and then someone decides they can have them for free.
"Someone out there is enjoying free range eggs and it's not us.
"A lot of the things they stole were equestrian tools. No one, even a keen gardener,
would have any use for them other than for looking after horses.
"They knew what they were coming for.
"They don't come at 2am like you would expect, they would come at about 9pm in the
evening which means no one is suspicious of a white van pulled up, they could be just
making a phone call.
"Most of the items have our postcode on them and we have used the Smart Water
technology so I hope some of can be returned to us."
Anyone with information is asked to call police in Shifnal on 0300 3333000.
2011年2月28日 星期一
2011年2月22日 星期二
Manduka Eco Friendly Yoga Mat Review from Greener Ideal
2011 is now in full swing and many of us have our daily routines down to a science. But
winter is dragging us down. The extra layers we have on to keep warm have us struggling
to juggle all of our gear each morning. Laptops, lunches, purses and gym bags make us
feel a bit like camels. Add our weekly office yoga class and a yoga mat becomes one
more thing to carry (which can be quite heavy if not awkward to carry).
Yoga for many of our team is the work-out candy of the week, so to just not bring your
own mat and not take part in the class, is just not an option. Leaving our mats at the
offices is not always an option as we do take classes outside of the office weekly. So
we need a mat that is easy to take with us on the go.
We found a mat that is just perfect!
The Manduka eKO SuperLite Travel Mat ($36.00) is just 2 lbs and is made from non-Amazon
harvested tree rubber. That’s right they are made from natural rubber not synthetic.
This natural ingredient also means these mats biodegrade and do not leave behind a
toxic residue like some biodegradable mats. Unlike many rubber mats, Manduka has lined
one side of their mat with a recycled silk and natural cotton layer for extra comfort
(and extra grip).
winter is dragging us down. The extra layers we have on to keep warm have us struggling
to juggle all of our gear each morning. Laptops, lunches, purses and gym bags make us
feel a bit like camels. Add our weekly office yoga class and a yoga mat becomes one
more thing to carry (which can be quite heavy if not awkward to carry).
Yoga for many of our team is the work-out candy of the week, so to just not bring your
own mat and not take part in the class, is just not an option. Leaving our mats at the
offices is not always an option as we do take classes outside of the office weekly. So
we need a mat that is easy to take with us on the go.
We found a mat that is just perfect!
The Manduka eKO SuperLite Travel Mat ($36.00) is just 2 lbs and is made from non-Amazon
harvested tree rubber. That’s right they are made from natural rubber not synthetic.
This natural ingredient also means these mats biodegrade and do not leave behind a
toxic residue like some biodegradable mats. Unlike many rubber mats, Manduka has lined
one side of their mat with a recycled silk and natural cotton layer for extra comfort
(and extra grip).
2011年2月20日 星期日
Health and Fitness Briefs: Tips for buying workout gear
Shopping for workout equipment can be, well, a workout. Some tips before purchasing:
Determine your goals. Certain machines (treadmills, stair-steppers) are ideal for burning calories and losing weight. Other equipment (weight benches, squat machines) works better for gaining muscle and strength. Consult a personal trainer or a salesperson specializing in fitness.
Think about what you enjoy. If you hate climbing stairs, you'll probably dread getting on a stair-stepper. If you love brisk walks, you're more likely to embrace your treadmill.
Take measurements at home. Make sure equipment will fit well into available space. That space also should have needed electrical outlets, a good ventilation system and possibly noise buffers such as rubber floor mats.
Spend effectively. One good strategy: Use up most of your budget on one solid aerobic training piece -- say, a high-quality treadmill -- and build around it with inexpensive strength-training equipment such as tubing and dumbbells.
Consider the "bells and whistles." Even if you can afford them, you don't need extras such as televised displays and fancy heart rate monitors.
Take a test drive. Wear workout clothes when you shop, and see how equipment feels. You also may be able to arrange a limited trial period at home, with an option to return equipment for a refund or store credit.
-- Daily Press (Newport News, Va.)
Protein power
Protein -- according to the recent report of the 2010 Dietary Guidelines for Americans -- is "the most important macronutrient."
Protein is the main component of every cell in our body. It constructs the enzymes and hormones that regulate all our body processes. Every tissue and organ of our body relies on a steady supply of amino acids (building blocks of protein) to function at peak capacity. A body that lacks protein literally cannibalizes itself by dipping into muscle reservoirs.
So how much protein do we really need every day? It varies according our age, weight and other factors (growing children and pregnant women need more, for example). In general, most adults need somewhere in the range of 55 to 100 grams of good-quality protein per day.
Fortunately, most Americans get plenty of protein. In fact, many of us get way too much. Research from the University of Texas in Galveston found that about 30 grams -- the amount of protein in 4 ounces of cooked fish, poultry or meat -- is the most protein our body can use at any one time. When we eat more than that -- such as a 12-ounce steak -- it's like trying to put 90 gallons of gasoline into a 30-gallon tank. If the excess is not used immediately for fuel, it is stored as fat.
Determine your goals. Certain machines (treadmills, stair-steppers) are ideal for burning calories and losing weight. Other equipment (weight benches, squat machines) works better for gaining muscle and strength. Consult a personal trainer or a salesperson specializing in fitness.
Think about what you enjoy. If you hate climbing stairs, you'll probably dread getting on a stair-stepper. If you love brisk walks, you're more likely to embrace your treadmill.
Take measurements at home. Make sure equipment will fit well into available space. That space also should have needed electrical outlets, a good ventilation system and possibly noise buffers such as rubber floor mats.
Spend effectively. One good strategy: Use up most of your budget on one solid aerobic training piece -- say, a high-quality treadmill -- and build around it with inexpensive strength-training equipment such as tubing and dumbbells.
Consider the "bells and whistles." Even if you can afford them, you don't need extras such as televised displays and fancy heart rate monitors.
Take a test drive. Wear workout clothes when you shop, and see how equipment feels. You also may be able to arrange a limited trial period at home, with an option to return equipment for a refund or store credit.
-- Daily Press (Newport News, Va.)
Protein power
Protein -- according to the recent report of the 2010 Dietary Guidelines for Americans -- is "the most important macronutrient."
Protein is the main component of every cell in our body. It constructs the enzymes and hormones that regulate all our body processes. Every tissue and organ of our body relies on a steady supply of amino acids (building blocks of protein) to function at peak capacity. A body that lacks protein literally cannibalizes itself by dipping into muscle reservoirs.
So how much protein do we really need every day? It varies according our age, weight and other factors (growing children and pregnant women need more, for example). In general, most adults need somewhere in the range of 55 to 100 grams of good-quality protein per day.
Fortunately, most Americans get plenty of protein. In fact, many of us get way too much. Research from the University of Texas in Galveston found that about 30 grams -- the amount of protein in 4 ounces of cooked fish, poultry or meat -- is the most protein our body can use at any one time. When we eat more than that -- such as a 12-ounce steak -- it's like trying to put 90 gallons of gasoline into a 30-gallon tank. If the excess is not used immediately for fuel, it is stored as fat.
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