At this time of year it can be a good time to think about the things that you want to do in the following year. It can be a good time to reflect on the year that you’ve had, as well as what you can carry on doing and what has gone well. But if you want to be healthier and improve your health and overall wellness, then here are some things that you can do to help you to make sure that 2019 is your healthiest and best yet.…
There are some runners that never take a bottle of water with them when they run. This can save the hassle of running with a bottle and it can prevent the dreaded scenario of needing to go for a pee mid-run, but is it worth the negative physical impact that dehydration can cause on the body? Here’s a brief look into how much fluids matter and how you can get exactly the right intake to perform at your best. What happens if you go running without drinking enough water? When…
January often sees many of us join gyms, start new training plans and try, with the best intentions to lose weight and get fit. Most of us fly into these resolutions without much of a plan, just the vague idea that if we go to the gym or out for a run now and then, we’ll become fitter and healthier. Some of us go with a casual approach, exercising when we fancy it or when we’ve got a little free time. Others, throw ourselves in. We make time for exercise,…
Today, practicing yoga is largely seen as a feminine activity; yoga classes are predominantly made up of women, and there are so many stereotypes surrounding the practice that a lot of men are put off and don’t even want to give it a try. It has only become this way in recent years because if you look back to the origins of yoga, it was actually originally a male-only practice. There are no pre-modern depictions of women practising yogic postures, and it actually took many years for the discipline to…
Sometimes rushing from home to work, working all day, fitting in gym time, getting home, cooking, cleaning and so on can just be very draining. Even the most energetic among us can begin to get a little bogged down with it all. Not everyone is keen to turn to sugar-laden energy drinks or start reaching for fast cards like crisps. If you want to keep yourself high in energy without giving in to those cravings here are some ideas to up your energy the natural way. Use Caffeine Wisely Some…
Looking after yourself is something you need to make the most of these days. It can be difficult to ensure that you are doing the best you can for your health, but you have to try. It is vitally important that you do as much as possible to care for yourself and look after your body and mind. There are far too many things in the modern world that can affect and harm your physical and mental health. It is vitally important that you focus on doing the best you…
There is no hiding from our skin is there? It is an organ that covers our entire body, and one that when there is an issue, you know all about it. Many of us can ensure that we take the time to take care of our skin properly. We have regular skin care routines. We moisturise and do all of the right things. We drink plenty of water and do what we can to ensure we look healthy. But, there can be chronic skin conditions that are not curable, and…
We all know that drinking too much, being inactive and eating the wrong foods are bad for our health. But there are other habits that most of us are guilty of which can be just as damaging- without us really even realising. As humans we’re complex creatures with lots of physical and emotional needs, when one thing goes wrong it can impact the rest of us and affect our overall wellbeing. Here are some examples- and how to avoid them. Not attending routine appointments It’s easy to have the opinion…
Image Credit: Unsplash You don’t have to be an alcoholic to have a problem with alcohol. Alcoholism is considered a progressive disease and the sooner you catch your symptoms, the easier it will be to reduce your intake or quit altogether. Though you might not feel dependent on alcohol all the time, if you agree with any of these statements then it is worth your time to reevaluate your relationship with alcohol. If you are worried about how dependent you are on alcohol and you aren’t sure how to stop…
The 6 Health Benefits of Physiotherapy We tend to view physiotherapy as a requirement for the elderly or injured, but it is beneficial for people of all ages in a variety of ways. If you’ve never considered physiotherapy for yourself before, let me list the health benefits and likely convert you to this fantastic therapy. 1. Physiotherapy is Good for All Ages As we’ve already mentioned, many people assume physiotherapy is only for the elderly or those who have suffered a sporting injury or accident. However, this is not the…