Strength training myth buster for older adults With the amount of physical exertion involved, you can be forgiven for thinking that strength training is a young person’s game. Hampered by niggling injuries and aching joints, surely lifting heavy weights isn’t a healthy way for older adults to spend their time? This couldn’t be further from
Tips and tricks for staying on top of your fitness goals This year, many people’s fitness plans have been thwarted by lockdown. But fortunately, spring is bringing not only the green shoots of growth in our gardens and parks that we all look forward to, but also the green shoots of recovery and return to
Plant-based nutrition and healthy lifestyle habits for improving cancer outcomes Plant-Based Health Online, a new CQC registered plant-based healthcare company, has recently partnered with The Chartwell Cancer Trust in a pilot project to deliver plant-based nutrition and evidence-based lifestyle medicine to help people with cancer who have completed their treatment. In this article, co-founders Dr
How to make your fitness journey a more social one The path to fitness is one that many people travel along, but it’s not a journey that everyone enjoys. It’s tough training your body to be at its physical best, especially if you go at it alone. That’s why it’s so important to find ways
We all know a personal trainer can help us get fit, but will personal training support our general health? If you want to learn how to exercise more effectively and improve your fitness levels, either generally or for a specific outcome, you might turn to the help of a personal trainer to do so. But
We all need to embrace a little extra self-care during these challenging times During the pandemic, there has been an increased awareness of mental health issues. Those in the most vulnerable and deprived groups of society are struggling more than ever, and many employees from all walks of life have been furloughed or made redundant
8 top tips to help you stay healthy in lockdown With the nation plunged back into lockdown, many people are worried about the impact the restrictions will have on their physical and mental health. As restrictions continue and we head into winter, with all the added problems of cold and flu viruses, it’s more important
Understanding How Regular Physical Activity Reduces Stress Dealing with stressful situations has become our bread and butter. No matter whether it is your professional or personal life, feeling anxious about certain things is probably an integral part of your existence, especially during these traumatic times. Stress can be a precursor to numerous illnesses, both mental
Chelmsford City County re-launches With You in Mind, a mental health activity project With You in Mind is a social, inclusive wellbeing hub for Chelmsford, based at the council’s Chelmsford Sport and Athletics Centre, Salerno Way, CM1 2EH The project offers inclusive activity sessions for people who want to improve their confidence, wellbeing and mental
The health and lifestyle benefits of wearing contact lenses If you’re new to contact lenses or are a glasses wearer preparing to make the switch, you may still be wondering whether they are right for you. Deciding on whether to opt for contact lenses really does depend on the health needs of your eyes, as