Sunshine and Vitamin D - why it's important and how you can get it.
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Checking in on how I’m coping with depression since one of my major episodes in 2017. It is a work in progress but I am building my coping mechanisms and getting stronger every time. I’ve come so far and there is no going back.
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Revisited: Men's systems play a very delicate balancing act between testosterone and oestrogen. Variances in either hormone level can cause a range of issues and symptoms from muscle weakness to loss of bone density to libido and fertility issues, mood disorders such as depression and cognition issues. Find out more about the symptoms and what you can do about it.
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A look back at my article on fun! Play, fun, hobbies, unstructured activities and doing stuff without expecting an outcome are all things that keep humans balanced, happy and connecting with others. It can also reduce the risk of Alzheimer's and many other ailments, particularly those related to old age. Fun AND good for your health? Yes!
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We’re almost half way through the year so it’s time to check in on my favourite resolution: travelling! It’s fair to say that I have this one in the bag.
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Thinking of adding something different into your training regime? Consider yoga a top option. Depending on your needs you can add a restorative or a dynamic practice. In today's article I'm all about getting back into yoga after a bit of an absence.
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Travelling is life, and over Christmas and New Year I like to go somewhere hot with plenty of water. This time I headed off to Malaysia, the Philippines and Singapore. Check out my traveller's diary and album.
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Meet Strong Friend Travis Young who tells his story of overcoming extreme challenges and not giving up. He still faces his demons every day and yet manages to be a positive force in people's lives.
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Knowledge - the final piece of the R.O.C.K Principles Puzzle. As they say, knowledge is everything, knowledge is power. Keep learning about yourself, those around you and the world in general and you will always keep growing.
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If you’re sick of staring at an empty fridge when you’re starving after work or feeling guilty because you didn’t make time to workout this week then this one’s for you. It’s time to dive into “Organisation” - the “O” of recap of the R.O.C.K principles.
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Dr Brandi Cole gives us a run down of what to do and when in terms of exercising after having your baby. She looks at the effect on breastfeeding, pelvic floor and varying recovery depending on your previous fitness levels and exercise regimes.
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My emotional toolkit to help me get through periods of depression and anxiety.
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Men's systems play a very delicate balancing act between testosterone and oestrogen. Variances in either hormone level can cause a range of issues and symptoms from muscle weakness to loss of bone density to libido and fertility issues, mood disorders such as depression and cognition issues. Find out more about the symptoms and what you can do about it.
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For some reason, menopause is still a bit of a taboo topic. Women aren’t comfortable talking about it and suffer through it in silence. We (women) will all go through it, more or less and we don't need to do it alone. We can support each other. Shall we have an open dialogue and continue the conversation? Let's do it.
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Many of you will not realise that I suffer from depression. I don't talk about it often. As you can imagine, it's not an easy subject to discuss and yet the more we talk about it, the more we can help ourselves and each other. Here is my story.
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Play, fun, hobbies, unstructured activities and doing stuff without expecting an outcome are all things that keep humans balanced, happy and connecting with others. It can also reduce the risk of Alzheimer's and many other ailments, particularly those related to old age. Fun AND good for your health? Yes!
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