Taking Rest from Exercise

Date 21 June 2022
Author Ilana Estelle
The mental health charity MIND is reminding people that while exercise is a good thing, some people are taking it too far, often as an antidote to the stress and anxieties of life and keeping fit can then become an obsession. Overtraining the body without taking time to rest can…
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When Exercise Is Too Much

Date 25 May 2022
Author Ilana Estelle
How much exercise is too much? As exercise is so good for us, health professionals tend to concentrate efforts on how to get us to get enough exercise. What is discussed much less often which is when we ought to rest and take things easy. The endorphin rush of exercise…
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Tips for a Successful Exercise Routine

Date 20 April 2022
Author Ilana Estelle
We all know the importance of getting regular exercise as part of a healthy lifestyle, but it’s easy not to, both on those days when we are feeling tired, or uninspired. So, how can we tackle the feelings of a lack of motivation? Here are some good tips: Make exercise…
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How to Maintain Exercise Motivation

Date 21 March 2022
Author Ilana Estelle
We’re all aware of the physical benefits of regular exercise. Regular exercise can lead to better heart health, lower blood pressure, stronger, more toned muscles, as well as an array of mental benefits. You don’t often hear about the social aspects, such as what meeting new people and learning new…
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Staying active working from home

Date 23 February 2022
Author Ilana Estelle
More and more of us now work from home. In the UK, it is estimated that around a quarter of workers have been exclusively based from home during Covid-19, although it is likely that number will have reduced, since places of work have been encouraged by the government to open…
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How to Build Healthier Habits

Date 24 January 2022
Author Ilana Estelle
You have bad habits; I have bad habits, we’re human after all. It is equally important not only to create healthy habits, but to build on those healthy habits so you stick with them. It’s easy to do things sporadically and then give up at the first hurdle, that used…
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How to practice self-reflection

Date 26 December 2021
Author Ilana Estelle
I thought I would elaborate a little further on my 'Christmas Reflection' blog, about self-reflection, what it is and why it’s important to take time to self-reflect. Taking time out to set yourself new goals, self-reflection is a great ...
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Exercising with Limited Mobility

Date 21 November 2021
Author Ilana Estelle
Exercise is important, whether you are disabled or not. Exercise is good for the heart and it can help to strengthen muscles. For some these improvements in strength and cardiovascular health can have an enhancement on ...
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Social Benefits of Exercise

Date 24 October 2021
Author Ilana Estelle
We are all aware of the benefits of exercise, such as improved overall health, reduced risk of serious diseases, lower blood pressure and a strong, toned body. But health isn’t just about being physically strong and healthy, it’s ...
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Mindfulness Exercises

Date 24 September 2021
Author Ilana Estelle
According to Professor Mark Williams, former director of the Oxford Mindfulness Centre, Mindfulness is knowing and understanding what is going on inside and outside of ourselves at every given moment. An important part ...
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Exercises To Boost Mental Health

Date 23 August 2021
Author Ilana Estelle
This is a summary of the advantages of Exercise for our mental health, especially important in these current Covid-19 times. Exercise can play an important role in our mental wellbeing and has been proven to be one of the most effective ways to reduce anxiety and depression and improve mental…
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Exercise during the Coronavirus

Date 16 July 2021
Author Ilana Estelle
A survey by Sport England during Mental Health Awareness week shows people have turned to cycling and walking to keep active outdoors during the current coronavirus pandemic with 63% of people across the first six weeks of last year’s lockdown in the UK, saying exercise is important for their mental…
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