Getting fit might make you less likely to lose your car keys or procrastinate on a daily basis, but can it help prevent cognitive decline over your lifespan? We all know that exercise is good for our physical health, and in recent years more people are discovering how movement can have a transformative impact on our …
You may think that fasting and lack of sleep during Ramadan could prove challenging for your general well-being. But, according to GiveMatch, 90% of British Muslims say Ramadan has a positive impact on their wellbeing, while one in three (30%) say they’re more productive during Ramadan. In fact, a fifth (22%) say Ramadan is a chance to …
The UK’s current drinking water restrictions allow for PFAS levels of up to 100ng/l, 25 Could dangerous chemicals in your drinking water be harming your health? Pressure is building on the UK Government to take more stringent action on the levels of so-called “forever chemicals” in our drinking water, amidst growing evidence that they can lead …
What if, instead of starting with your stress levels, work and relationships, a therapist asked you what you had for lunch? Nutrition is a “central yet overlooked and ignored underlying factor in our rising rates of mental illness”, says Kimberley Wilson, a clinical psychologist with a degree in nutrition, in her new book, Unprocessed. There are …
Many of us may want to get into running, but worry about looking silly, or not being as fast as others out pounding the pavement. According to research by the TCS London Marathon’s charity of the year, younger people are most likely to let worries about performance or appearance deter them. In fact, nearly 40% of 18-24-year-olds …
Especially post-pandemic, we are seeing a rising awareness in society and government when it comes to health. Health and well-being are trending topics that need to be further explored and made accessible to the broad public. The benefits – both for our physical but also mental health, are undeniable. One-fifth of diseases are related to an …
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Body Fit Training (BFT), Australia’s fastest-growing fitness franchise, is making its London debut with the launch of its first of four studios across South West London on 18th February 2022. Located adjacent to Battersea Power Station, BFT Battersea will introduce the London fitness community to high-intensity group strength and conditioning fitness programmes. Following the success …
Following the successful launch of the FITcert scheme and its expansion in 2022 with over 2,000 clubs across Europe already signed up, EVO Fitness is the first operator to commit to Stage 3. EVO has signed a contract with IFCI Register to have all their clubs FITcert stage 3 certified in Q1 2023. The FITcert club …
Short one-minute spells of exercise during daily tasks can lead to large reductions in the risk of early death, a new study suggests. The research, published on Thursday in the journal Nature Medicine, said just three to four one-minute bouts of vigorous physical activity is associated with up to a 49 per cent reduction in death …
Loughborough, UK: CIMSPA will climb the UK’s three highest peaks in three days next June, to raise £100k for programmes run by Youth Sport Trust. At least 24 members of the team will collectively be carrying the weight of one child at all school ages 5-16yrs symbolising that “no child is left behind,” while sporting …
