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21/09/2025

Immediate Effects During & After the Match:

a) Extreme Energy Expenditure
Players cover 10–13 km (6–8 miles) in one game.
Activity is intermittent: ~70% jogging/walking, ~20% moderate running, ~10% sprinting.
Total calorie burn: 1,000–1,200+ calories depending on position (midfielders the most).
Glycogen (muscle energy) stores are heavily depleted → leads to late-game fatigue.

b) Muscle Fatigue & Microtrauma
Quadriceps, hamstrings, calves, and glutes are worked constantly.

c) Repeated sprints and quick direction changes cause microscopic muscle fiber damage → soreness (DOMS).
By the end, players often have heavy legs and slower acceleration.

d) Joint Stress & Impact Forces
Knees and ankles take major strain from sprinting, tackling, and cutting.
Playing surface (especially artificial turf) increases joint load.
Collisions, slides, and tackles often leave bruises, sprains, or swelling.

e) Cardiovascular & Respiratory Strain
Heart rates remain elevated (average 150–170 bpm, peaks over 190 bpm).
The constant mix of jogging, sprints, and recovery challenges both aerobic and anaerobic systems.
After a full match, players may feel “drained” with high lactic acid buildup.

f) Hydration & Electrolyte Loss

Players can lose 1–3 liters of sweat depending on climate.
Leads to dehydration, muscle cramping, and slower reaction times late in the match.

g) Contact & Collision Effects
Though not as collision-heavy as rugby, tackles, headers, and aerial duels cause bruises, knocks, and sometimes concussions.
Defenders and strikers in particular take heavy physical contact.

For more information, and personalised plans contact us via bookings@livelhealthhub.com or call us on 79999751.

16/09/2025

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05/09/2025

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04/09/2025

BodyKind Wellness Clinic

Welcome to BodyKind, where expert care meets science, kindness, and personal attention.

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29/08/2025

Here is a second part on IMMEDIATE effects a Waterpolo Player goes through during a normal intensive match.

1. Cardiovascular Overload 🫀
The mix of sprinting, wrestling, and holding breath spikes the heart rate repeatedly.
After a match, players may feel lightheaded, with an elevated pulse and lactic acid buildup causing “burning” muscles.
Having a proper cool down after a match will allow the body to adjust slowly, and bring the heart rate down. This can be done by a slow swim or even a light jog. Doing a cool down will also prevent Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness (DOMS), which occurs due to a build up in lactic acid.

2. Hydration Loss 💦
Even in water, players sweat heavily. A single game can result in 1–2 liters of fluid loss.
This dehydration causes muscle cramping, slower reflexes, and headaches post-match.
It is important to rehydrate during the match, this can be done after sessions (the match is made up of 4 sessions), when substituted or when a timeout is called.

3. Bruises & Contact Damage 💢🥊
Underwater grabs, kicks, and elbows often leave scratches, bruises, and sometimes bleeding.
Goalkeepers especially suffer from finger jams, shoulder overuse, and facial hits from close-range shots.
Certain positions may have more contact than others, namely the centre and the last man. Making muscular and cardiovascular endurance to be one of the most important qualities in a player who plays in these positions,and hence why substituting these positions is common during the match.

For more information on how to combat these effects and improve your performance, contact us via bookings@livelhealthhub.com or call us on +356 79999751. 😊

25/08/2025

Unlike land sports, water polo requires sustained floating plus full-contact play. That means athletes are working against gravity and water resistance at all times, which makes every action more exhausting.

Immediate Effects During and After a Match:

1. Extreme Calorie Burn & Energy Depletion

A single match can burn 700–900+ calories.
Players often finish in a glycogen-depleted state (low on stored energy in muscles), leading to heavy fatigue and slower recovery.
This can be a reason why mistakes can be easily made during the match, both on offence and defence.

2. Muscle Fatigue & Microtears

Constant eggbeater kicking keeps the legs under tension for an hour.
Shoulders, triceps, and back muscles undergo repetitive throwing and grappling, leading to muscle microtears (the “good” kind that build strength, but also cause soreness).
Players often report leg heaviness and sore shoulders immediately after.
Hence why waterpolo players are very prone to overuse injuries in shoulders, wrists, hips and knees.

3. Joint Stress & Strain

Knees and hips absorb stress from nonstop circular eggbeater motion, and shoulders from overhead passing/shooting.
A full match can leave joints feeling stiff, swollen, or inflamed — especially for players with existing overuse injuries.
This is why it is important to include strength training in other means (like going to the gym), to prevent any injury. It is also important to also work on mobility and flexibility of the joints, and making sure the right technique is being used (especially when doing the ‘eggbeater’ or bicycle kick). A proper warm up before the match can also help the player.

28/07/2025

🔬 The Science Behind Menopause

🧠 What Is Menopause?
Menopause is a natural biological process marking the end of a woman’s reproductive years. It’s officially diagnosed after 12 consecutive months without a menstrual period and typically occurs between ages 45–55.

🧬 What Causes It?
The key factor is the gradual decline in ovarian function:
Women are born with all the eggs they’ll ever have, stored in their ovaries.

As a woman ages, her ovaries produce fewer eggs and become less responsive to hormone signaling.

The ovaries reduce the production of estrogen and progesterone, the hormones that regulate menstruation and fertility.

As estrogen drops, the menstrual cycle becomes irregular and eventually stops.

🌀 Hormonal Changes:
The major hormonal changes include:
Hormone
What Happens in Menopause
Estrogen
Levels drop sharply → leads to many symptoms
Progesterone
Decreases → affects menstrual regulation
FSH & LH
Increase → brain tries to stimulate ovaries

Estrogen affects the brain, bones, skin, heart, and vaginal tissues. Its decline explains symptoms like:
Hot flashes
Mood swings
Vaginal dryness
Brain fog
Bone density loss

🧪 Perimenopause vs. Menopause:
Perimenopause = Transition phase before menopause
Irregular periods, hormone fluctuations
Menopause = 12 months after last period
Postmenopause = The phase after menopause

🔍 How Is It Diagnosed?
Usually based on age and symptoms, but blood tests can check:
FSH (Follicle-Stimulating Hormone) – usually high
Estrogen – usually low

🩺 Why It Matters:
Menopause isn’t just about the end of periods — it affects your heart health, bones, mental health, and s*xual wellness. Understanding the science helps women and healthcare providers make informed decisions about hormone therapy, lifestyle changes, and long-term health.

18/07/2025

🩺 What is Endometriosis?
Endometriosis is a chronic condition where tissue similar to the lining of the uterus grows outside of it—on ovaries, fallopian tubes, and other organs.

😣 Common Symptoms Include:
- Severe menstrual cramps
- Pain during s*x
- Fatigue
- Heavy periods
- Infertility
- Digestive issues (bloating, diarrhea, constipation)

⚠️ It’s NOT just a bad period!
Endometriosis can deeply affect quality of life and mental health. Early diagnosis is key to managing pain and fertility. Early diagnosis through pelvic exams, ultrasounds, or laparoscopy can help you find relief. Treatments—from pain meds and hormonal therapy to surgery and lifestyle support—can improve quality of life. You are not alone. 💛 Share to raise awareness and join the conversation.

For more information and guidance on how you can tackle such condition through nutrition strategies, and maximize your quality of life, contact us via email bookings@livelhealthhub.com or call us on +356 79999751! "

02/07/2025

🌞 The Science of Sun Tanning: Why Your Skin Turns Brown in the Sun!

Ever wondered what actually happens when you get a tan? Here’s the quick science:

🧬 UV Radiation Hits Your Skin
The Sun emits ultraviolet (UV) rays, mostly UVA & UVB. When they reach your skin, they cause DNA damage in skin cells.

🛡️ Melanin to the Rescue
Your skin responds by producing melanin, a pigment made by cells called melanocytes. Melanin absorbs UV rays, helping protect deeper layers of skin from damage.

🌈 That Golden Glow
The increased melanin makes your skin darker — a tan! It’s your body’s natural sunscreen.

⚠️ But It’s Also Damaging
A tan is a sign of skin injury, not health. Repeated tanning increases risks of premature aging (wrinkles, spots) & skin cancer.

🕒 Myth Buster: A ‘Base Tan’ Doesn’t Protect You
A light tan gives minimal protection (about SPF 2-4) — not enough to prevent UV damage.

✅ Protect Your Skin!
Use sunscreen 🧴, wear protective clothing 👒, and avoid peak sun hours 🌞 (10 am – 4 pm).

25/06/2025

We would like to say, from the entire team, a massive congratulations to Matteo Vella for his great achievement!

Knocking out an opponent in 17 seconds is no joke, and is the result of constant hard work, dedication and professionalism from Matteo. This is the start of a great achievement and we are sure that it will not be the last. 🥊

We would also like to thank our very own master personal trainer Matthew Xuereb for your constant support and dedication in bringing the best out of our clients.

24/06/2025

Whether you're diving into a chlorinated pool or the salty sea, each has its own perks and pitfalls. Here's a quick breakdown to help you choose your swim spot wisely this summer! ☀️

💧 Chlorinated Water (Pools)
✅ Pros:
✔️ Clean & controlled environment
✔️ Great for training & lap swimming
✔️ Kills bacteria effectively
⚠️ Cons:
❌ Can dry out skin & eyes
❌ Harsh on hair & sensitive skin
❌ Requires chemical maintenance

🌊 Salty Water (The Sea)
✅ Pros:
✔️ Gentler on skin, may help with some skin issues due to it being rich in minerals
✔️ Natural resistance from waves = better workout
✔️ More buoyant & therapeutic
⚠️ Cons:
❌ Unpredictable (currents, marine life, pollution)
❌ Salt can irritate eyes/nose
❌ One has to be careful, as it can be more challenging than it looks to swim in.

🤔 So… Which One’s for You?
· Go chlorine for structure, convenience, and training.
· Choose salt for a more natural, soothing experience.
Or do a balance of both!

For more in depth info on what might fit you personally, contact us via email bookings@livelhealthhub.com or call us on +356 79999751!