The importance of nature for mental wellbeing With spring well underway, and with the great news that national lockdown restrictions are easing, the opportunity for different ways we can enjoy nature is beginning to expand at last! The national lockdowns over the last year have encouraged many of us to focus on discovering the enjoyment…
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For many people, exercise will be high on their New Year’s resolution list. No one can deny that 2020 was a year that challenged our commitment to maintaining our health and wellbeing, topped off with the end of year seasonal food and drink indulgence!
Have Yourself a Healthier Christmas The Christmas period is, for many, a favourite time of the year. However, a lot of the good things associated with Christmas, can unfortunately take their toll on your health. It’s important to counteract the effects of these ‘luxuries’, while still being able to enjoy them. In this article, we…
Kindness at work When we think of qualities for succeeding in the workplace, we often think of things like having initiative, being able to work within a team, or skills in working effectively to deadlines. However, what about personal qualities such as compassion or kindness? Kindness is not a quality that is generally thought of…
Have you considered investing in a rowing machine – a great winter exercise medium for maintaining cardiovascular fitness.
Non-judgemental listening The current crisis has put a magnifying glass on the importance of looking after our own mental health as well as being able to support others. During times when stress and anxiety are heightened, the skill of listening non-judgementally is vital. Non-judgemental listening is trying to really understand the other person, going beyond…
Do you suffer from anterior knee pain? Physiotherapist Daniele Delicati has suggested some activities which may help you to self-manage this painful knee condition.
Sit less, stand more! Tips for staying physically healthy when working from home Working from home over the last few months has meant that many of us have become more sedentary, particularly as we are spending more time sitting down each day. As workplaces start to introduce new social distancing policies, fewer employees will be…
Health benefits of correct breathing Many of us are feeling the compounding effects that lockdown is having on our mental and physical health, and we are looking for ways to alleviate the pressure. Now may be a good time to learn about the power of breathing exercises. They have been show to help reduce stress…