There are many ways of promoting good heart health and minimising the risk of heart disease. From exercise to good nutrition, taking care of ourselves is an essential part of maintaining our hearts. But recent evidence suggests that one of the most important weapons in fighting heart problems is something as simple as sleep. 

There is nothing better than a good night’s sleep to make your mind and body feel great the next day. But, did you know that the restorative effects of sleep go much further than improving your mood and health? Research shows that getting enough sleep can actually slow the signs of ageing. So, how does this happen?

Everyday life can be very stressful. From bills and work to relationships and illnesses, stress plays a part in all of our lives, however we try to avoid it. One of the most important factors in combating the symptoms of stress is sleep, but sleep is usually the first thing to go if stress is getting the better of us. So, how does sleep help to reduce stress, and how can we make sure we get enough sleep to combat it?

The new year is finally here, bringing with it a fresh perspective and optimism for the next 12 months. If you have decided to set a fitness goal for 2019, you might be wondering how on earth you are going to make yourself stick to it. After all, many of us make general resolutions about how we intend to “exercise more” or “lose weight” but we don’t actually specify the details of those resolutions.

Although Christmas Day might be behind us, the after-effects can last for quite some time! Even the most well-intentioned of us can succumb to overindulging during the festive season, which can lead to bloating and feelings of lethargy. Luckily there are a few quick exercises that you can do to help alleviate bloating and get your digestive system back on track. 

The presents are under the tree, the sprouts are being prepared, and if you listen very, very carefully, you might just hear the sound of sleigh bells in the distance! 

It can only mean that it’s CHRISTMAS DAY!