With National Obesity Awareness Week starting on 14th of January, there isn’t a more appropriate time to be thinking about this now common condition. It…
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How to be active safely when you have a heart condition
“I’ve just had a heart attack. I can’t believe it!! Will I ever be the same again? I bet there are lots of things…
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Alzheimer’s and exercise
I hear on a regular basis the health benefits around physical activity. When you work in the sport and fitness industry these messages are…
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Age and activity shouldn’t be strangers
I’m a people person. Yes, I know that sounds like cheesy management speak but it’s true. I’m far more comfortable getting out and about,…
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Let Go! 5 Reasons why you should stop holding on, on a treadmill!
Holding onto the treadmill is always wrong, regardless of your size, age, experience, weight or exercise goals (save for momentary heart-rate check).
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The importance of drinking water before, during and after exercise
Many people don’t realise the importance of drinking enough water and the effect it can have on our health, eating habits and weight loss.…
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Exercise? Don’t sweat it! Top 10 tips to exercise during a heatwave
This unusually hot summer in Britain means that the heat is on when it comes to exercise.
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The importance of swimming for health, fitness & of course safety!
Did you know that just 30 minutes of swimming 3 times a week will provide you with a full body workout, providing you with…
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The ‘S’ word – how much sugar is too much for me and my family?
Sugar is public enemy number one right now, and with the shiny white stuff blamed for growing levels of obesity, diabetes, heart disease, and…
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Stretch yourself: yoga and its benefits
From CrossFit to ultra-marathons, many of us think exercise is fast-paced, hot and sweaty. But physical activity doesn’t always have to vigorous to be…