Cervical Screening Awareness Week this year is the 20th-26th June. So lets go over what is a cervical screening, what happens in a cervical screening and what actually is HPV? What is a cervical screening? A cervical screening (or smear test) is a free medical test that helps prevent cervical cancer. It does this by […]
So many aches and pains in the legs and the lower back can be attributed to tightness in the legs and the hips, which can be so easily helped! Especially for those in jobs that include a lot of sitting down. Working these mobility and flexibility exercises into your busy days whenever you can can […]
“The most terrible poverty is loneliness, and the feeling of being unloved.” ― Mother Teresa “Where are the people?” resumed the little prince at last. “It’s a little lonely in the desert…” “It is lonely when you’re among people, too,” said the snake.” ― Antoine de Saint-Exupéry, The Little Prince At some point in out […]
Mental Health – what is it, and why is it so important?! It seems that we are hearing about mental health more and more these days, as we learn about the widespread impacts of poor mental health and continue to navigate through a pandemic. Mental health is defined by the NHS as “a positive state […]
If anyone were to ask me -what is the one piece of equipment you would have in your home? I would say a kettlebell. Kettlebells are a great, versatile weight that can get you moving, get you stronger and get your heart rate raised all in one. So here is a little kettlebell workout to […]
This workout is great for when you want to workout at home, have very little equipment and want to work the whole body! It hits the main muscle groups and gets you moving keeping your muscles and joints nice and strong for everyday life. All you need is some space and maybe an exercise mat. […]
It is a well-known fact that too much salt can contribute to high blood pressure and increase the risk of cardiovascular disease, but how much is too much? And is it really that bad? Adults should be eating less than 6 grams of salt a day which is equivalent to a teaspoon, but on average […]
This circuit is perfect for those times when you have limited space and equipment. This workout just needs one or two pairs of dumbbells and enough space for you to lie down on the floor, perfect for a home workout or a busy gym! Glute bridge Lying on your back with the soles of your […]
If you are wanting to get those upper body muscles working then this is the one for you. All you need is one or two pairs of dumbbells. The Exercises Bent Over Row Stand with your feet slightly apart with a light dumbbell in each hand. Bend at the hips, lowering your chest while keeping […]
3rd February 2022 is Time to Talk Day across the UK. Run by Mind and Rethink Mental Illness in partnership with Co-op. The aim of Time to Talk Day is to help create supportive communities by having conversations with your friends, family and colleagues around mental health. Mental health is something that affects all of […]
