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The benefits of exercise for older adults

Tue, 15 Nov 2022 19:44:00 GMT

There are numerous benefits to exercising no matter your age, but health and wellbeing is especially important as we get older. Getting back into the gym as an older adult – or starting for the first time – can feel daunting, but once you’re in the swing of things you’ll wish you’d started sooner.

Exercises to help counteract screen-time

Tue, 14 Jul 2020 13:00:00 GMT

The ongoing COVID-19 crisis has changed our lives radically, with one indirect consequence being a much greater reliance on using screens for working from home or home schooling. We’ve therefore pulled together some simple exercises to help reduce screen fatigue.

10 yoga poses to help you feel focussed

Mon, 29 Jun 2020 09:00:00 GMT

In the current climate of COVID-19, it can be easy to find yourself overwhelmed with all that is going on, and that’s fine! If you are looking for ways to increase concentration, yoga may offer a solution to your problem. Here are 10 beginner yoga poses to help you feel more focussed.

Why practice yoga?

Mon, 08 Jun 2020 08:30:00 GMT

Yoga is a diverse practice which has benefits for many people in its physical and meditative forms as well as providing support for day-to-day life. From supporting our health and well-being physically and emotionally, explore more reasons why you should practice yoga – at all ages.

3 simple Pilates movements for beginners

Mon, 27 Apr 2020 07:18:00 GMT

Interested in trying out Pilates? Begin your practice by starting off with our 3 easy to follow movements.

Why you should keep moving: How exercise is good for your health

Fri, 24 Apr 2020 07:05:28 GMT

Whether we consider ourselves active or not, we’re familiar with the concept that exercise is good for our health. But how exactly is exercise good for us?

10 health & wellbeing podcasts to listen to

Mon, 20 Apr 2020 07:41:00 GMT

Podcasts are a brilliant way to educate yourself, self-reflect, and at the bare minimum liven up mundane chores like cleaning or grocery shopping.

6 nutrients to support your immune system and stay healthy

Tue, 14 Apr 2020 14:16:00 GMT

In the present situation many of us might think about how we can boost our immune system. Of course, no immune system would be able to prevent illness if we don’t wash our hands constantly or practice good social distancing. But is it possible to 'boost' the immune system?

9 gentle chair exercises for older adults

Thu, 09 Apr 2020 15:13:58 GMT

To help you continue to exercise in the comfort of your own home, stay strong and independent, our expert Physiotherapy Team have created a number of exercises which are ideal for those who may have reduced activity levels.

3 tips to help prevent injuries

Mon, 06 Apr 2020 10:50:00 GMT

Whilst keeping active is incredibly important for both our physical and mental wellbeing, preventing injury will mean we can continue to maintain our activity levels.