As Christmas is rapidly approaching we find ourselves at the beginning of cold and flu season, which is the worst. Statistically most of us will get at least one cold every year, but there are things we can do to reduce the risk of catching one. Colds are caused by viruses that are so easily […]
Having a good workout that requires minimal equipment is essential for those days when you don’t want to leave the house, or if the gym is too busy and it’s easier to grab a pair of dumbbells and find a corner to work in. The exercises Lateral lunge Start standing with your feet parallel, step […]
It is all too easy to see all the fitness people doing their workouts on telly and social media and become completely intimidated, or think things like “I don’t think my body will be able to do that” or “that would hurt my [insert body part here]”. But not all workouts need to be complicated, […]
Summer is the time for holidays and having fun! However, if you want to keep consistent with your fitness then finding where and when to get yourself moving a little difficult. Now- just to make sure it has been said- you do not have to workout on holiday. But for those of you who want […]
Its summertime! And if you are someone that wants to keep consistent with their exercise while travelling or on holiday (this is a choice- you can just relax on holiday) then you might want a workout that can be done in the space of a hotel room. This workout only requires a small space and […]
Why do we need sun lotion? Sun lotion is the best way to protect your skin from sun burns. Sun burn can happen from extended periods of time outside with no sun lotion or not enough sun lotion or from using tanning beds. Reoccurring sunburn can lead to sun damage that can then cause skin […]
Why sitting at your desk can be a pain in the….back! Those who work at a desk for their job and are therefore sat down for between 6-8 hours a day can often find they are getting aches and pains in various places in the back. Changing a few things with your desk set up […]
Bad posture can be the reason for a lot of pain or discomfort found in the back and is so easily adjusted. For those who work for the majority of their time at a desk will probably find their upper back becoming rounded and the shoulders falling forward. These exercises either help to strengthen the […]
Hayfever is an allergic reaction to pollen, whether it be tree, grass or weed pollen. Symptoms include sneezing, a runny nose and itchy eyes. Nose, eyes, throat and sinuses become irritated and inflamed by proteins in the pollen. There are around 30 different types of pollen that can cause hayfever and when they are affecting […]
It is easy to get into a habit of going to bed and getting to sleep later in the evening, and many people can adapt to functioning on less sleep. However, the long term effects of a lack of sleep on your health can be far worse than feeling a little groggy. It is recommended […]
