saffronandcyrus

Saffron and Cyrus is a Newcastle-based family lifestyle blog, covering health, wellness, days out, travel, reviews, recipes and more from our family life.
The blog is written by new mum over 40, Saffron, with input from hubby H and son, Little C.

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How to stay fit in your 40s and 50s: simple fitness routines that work

How to stay fit in your 40s and 50s: simple fitness routines that work

Midlife fitness is about showing up At 49, staying fit has nothing to do with chasing a flat stomach. It’s about energy, resilience, confidence, … View Post
Shopping list essentials for midlife women who train

Shopping list essentials for midlife women who train

My body has developed a personality of its own At 49, my body has developed a personality of its own. Some days it’s a … View Post
Sizdah Bedar 2025: a day in the woods

Sizdah Bedar 2025: a day in the woods

April is unpredictable April, one day, it’s crisp and tentative, teasing us with longer daylight and warmth; the next, it’s unpredictable, splashing … View Post
March 50 in 50 challenge: Fire, fitness and midlife mischief

March 50 in 50 challenge: Fire, fitness and midlife mischief

The world hits refresh March always feels like the world hitting refresh. Days stretch longer. The air bites less. Coffee tastes sharper in the … View Post
February: Sweat, strength and laughter

February: Sweat, strength and laughter

February highs, laughs, and lessons: midlife, muscles, and little wins Approaching 50 has a way of making things clear: fitness isn’t about looking like … View Post
January: Small wins, big results and a month of progress

January: Small wins, big results and a month of progress

How I survive the post-holiday slump (without losing my mind) January has the subtle charm of a bad hangover that lasts all month. The … View Post
How to beat the January blues by staying motivated this month

How to beat the January blues by staying motivated this month

How I survive the post-holiday slump (without losing my mind) January has the subtle charm of a bad hangover that lasts all month. The … View Post