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05/03/2023

Great news, research has found that exercise can be more effective at helping to improve mental health over drugs.
Clearly, some people need additional help but an active lifestyle will help some of us.

Exercise intervention that lasts 12 weeks or less appears to be most effective at reducing mental health symptoms, especially for those suffering from anxiety and depression. Higher-intensity exercise proved more beneficial in reducing symptoms of anxiety and depression than longer-duration programs...

21/02/2023

Massage therapy helps people reconnect, eliminate pain and move better. That makes us all happy!
~ Aubrey Gowing
Holistic College Dublin

16/02/2023

10 reasons to take up cycling. For me it’s been about the company, fresh air, exercise, headspace, freedom, scenery, adventure, friends, challenge and the coffee shop stop.

If you are a women and would like to find a group, I really recommend checking out Breeze rides run by British Cycling. For mixed rides, British Cycling has a variety of rides available for you to join, look for a local cycling group or a Flab group in your area.
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You don’t need all the gear - trainers, leggings, t-shirt and a rain jacket (plus helmet) are sufficient together with a bike. But you’ll soon add cycling gloves and shorts to make your ride more comfortable (and then it grows from there 😂).

https://www.womenshealthmag.com/uk/fitness/a42721567/benefits-of-cycling/?fbclid=IwAR1gSPenvpTc2bDiFWVbIP9_uy6nNZ7bJxbSekw8_7OSFV8JsTA-hq-W9HA

'I really got into it, and I really, really enjoyed it,' Mich told us.

25/11/2022

A second article this week I’ve come across concerning arthritis. New guidance for the NHS is suggesting exercise to help ease symptoms.

As always before starting an exercise plan speak to your healthcare provider.

Exercise should be considered as a core treatment for those suffering from arthritis caused by wear-and-tear.

23/11/2022

Just a short post forward about arthritis…..hope it can help some of you.

Many view arthritis as an inevitable. There's no sure way to prevent arthritis, but you may have more control over your joint health than you think.

30/08/2022

Hi, I just read an interesting article on Blue Zones and the things we can do for a longer & healthier life.
I don’t think there is anything new but it serves as a nice reminder….interestingly only 20% of your genes determine how long you live, 80% is lifestyle.
The article reminds us:
- Eat a Mediterranean diet, high in fruit & veg. low in saturated fat and meats. Locally sourced is considered better if you can get it (& a couple of glasses of wine are fine).
- Active life style, no need to be a gym bunny just move more as part of your daily activities.
- Sleep, if you struggle with getting a good night’s sleep it may be worth getting some help in addressing this as sleep is so important to health.
- Good relationships / sense of purpose.

Let me know what you think….😊

Blue Zones are pockets of the world where the chances of living longer are significantly higher, and there’s a lot we can learn from their inhabitants.

19/08/2022

This article looks at the benefits of yoga in the workplace.

One thing I hear that puts people off yoga is the expectation that you need to be bendy. This is not true, we all have different levels of flexibility and yoga should be seen as your own practice. Sure some people can touch their toes or even get their head on the floor but it’s not about comparing yourself. I have a sense of quiet satisfaction when suddenly I can do something I had not previously been able to do 😊.

Another thing that puts people off is the more spiritual side of some practices, chanting or a lot of breathe work. Some people like this, others (myself included) don’t. So try different styles and teachers to find a class you do enjoy. There are so many different styles available.

For me, I have considered yoga a form of ‘medicine’, following a shoulder injury many years ago I found that if I didn’t regularly stretch the area then it quickly became achy. A weekly Yoga / Pilates class helped. Further, as I age I find the added benefits in strength building & working on my balance. As I’m not a fan of gyms 😂

https://www.facebook.com/595321457/posts/10160458181721458/

12 benefits of providing yoga in the workplace

10/06/2022

So, I know firstly from personal experience (and secondly through the knowledge gained during my massage training) that low impact exercise is good for your joints. It can also help to reduce joint pain.

My experience comes after a shoulder dislocation accident many years ago. My shoulder pain was eased by keeping the area mobile and by maintaining the muscle strength. Initially I was diligent about exercising this area but after a while I stopped only to find an achy dull pain return. I personally found that regular yoga or Pilates sessions helped me better manage the situation and still do classes today, many years on. I consider these my medicine.

But maybe yoga/Pilates is not for you. Consider what exercise/movement you do enjoy that could help. I say movement here as the key is to keep the area around the joint flexible and strong.

If you’d like to read more on the topic, here’s an article I found…

Regular physical activity is crucial for protecting healthy joints and even for relieving joint pain. Here are the best exercises for joints.

30/04/2022

Another interesting article talking about the need for movement and weight management in managing arthritis.

🎋Moving our joints increases the production of synovial fluid, a natural joint lubricant.
🎋Movement helps to maintain muscle tone, the muscles are responsible for moving and stabilising our joints.
🎋The impact we get from many exercises such as walking helps to make our bones stronger. If outside, vitamin D helps in the absorption of calcium a key mineral for our bone health.

https://www.theguardian.com/society/2022/apr/29/lose-weight-and-exercise-for-arthritis-pain-says-nice?fbclid=IwAR1KwcYpCuxsd-4bYouZarAA3449yClY3mM7R1wsWm9PzGH7Cf3tma8HQsw

Exercise better than relying on painkillers to improve quality of life long term, says guidance

15/04/2022

Hello, I’ve not posted for a long time from this group, if you are still there great. I saw this interesting article about knee pain and thought I’d share. Obviously I would like to be able to help in person but as I’m still in Singapore that is not practical 😊

Many people over 50 have to undergo knee surgery or knee replacement surgery. We can reduce the chances of knee injuries in later life with a healthy lifestyle.

30/12/2021

Excellent article on chronic pain.

https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/2021/jun/28/sufferers-of-chronic-pain-have-long-been-told-its-all-in-their-head-we-now-know-thats-wrong?fbclid=IwAR0GF3Ue0ecTU-18ZFDc5_FQ734iQa17ZiEFF5PpuJinEVd3xTeXHT8XrFc

There’s a growing realisation that pain can be a disease in and of itself – and the pandemic could be making it worse

21/11/2021

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