This time of year can be tough on our energy levels. It's cold, wet and dark. Many of us get up before the sun rises, and it's set before the working day is through. This can leave us in low, 'can't be bothered' moods. However, some people find they feel tired more often. TATT 'Tired … Continue reading Energy – why you might feel low, and how to improve
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Online Fitness Trends – my thoughts.
You would expect me to support any form of exercise (within reason!) However, I have just come across some research by Confused.com which suggests that not all sources of exercise are equal in the benefits they bring. It is becoming more widely recognised and promoted that looking after your body and mind is the best … Continue reading Online Fitness Trends – my thoughts.
Fitness and Wellbeing for Women over 40
As far as I am concerned there’s never a bad time to try to keep your body and mind as fit and agileas possible. Exercise at any age is a good habit to adopt, as long as it suits the individual's needs and abilities. If you can maintain your general fitness as you get older … Continue reading Fitness and Wellbeing for Women over 40
“Your Health – Your Responsibility”
Why is taking personal responsibility for your health important? It would be so easy for the answer to be, “Because no-one else will take care of it for you”. The NHS may not for much longer be the ultimate “backstop” for our health as it struggles with the demands from an ageing demographic and the … Continue reading “Your Health – Your Responsibility”
Is It OK to Exercise with a Hangover?
OK, the excuse is that it’s Christmas and you have 'the cocktail flu': there’s the headache; the dry mouth; queasiness. After all, alcohol is a toxin (if you look up the dictionary definition of a toxin, trust me, you’ll never drink a drop again!). It's funny how an exercise session can seem like a great … Continue reading Is It OK to Exercise with a Hangover?
Stress – What can you do to help YOU? (It’s Not Only Exercise That Can Help…)
Stress is a subject which I have written about before (November 2023). At that time I was prompted by the discovery that 1st November 2023 was National Stress Awareness Day and I was interested in how exercise had the potential to play a part in helping to alleviate the impact of stress for sufferers. You … Continue reading Stress – What can you do to help YOU? (It’s Not Only Exercise That Can Help…)
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