Almost half of the nation spends less than one hour outside every day. That is according to a new poll, which also found that one in five people say they are not content and that British people rank their wellness as ‘average’, with time spent outside and time spent sedentary being key areas for improvement nationwide. Hours of sleep and ‘me time’ are where Brits rank their habits highest, although the average amount of sleep still falls short of the recommended seven to nine hours, at just...

A new campaign is aiming to encourage Brits to move out of their comfort zone. According to research, nine in 10 people in the UK claim they are stuck in their very own version of Groundhog Day, from leaving the house at precisely the same time every morning to eating the same lunch every day, spending six hours every week dreaming about doing things differently and trying new experiences. And so, Highland Spring has launched a new campaign, supported by behavioural psychologist, Jo Hemmings,...

As the summer months approach, so too does the prospect of exam season, and all the stresses this can bring, but it needn’t be such an anxiety-ridden time if you follow some simple tips. Rescue Remedy has teamed up with Neil Shah, Director of the Stress Management Society, to help keep on top of the exam period, while remaining calm and focused. Manage study time: It’s important to schedule your work. Draw up a balanced and realistic revision schedule and stick to it. Have regular breaks and...

With the London Marathon just a few weeks away, running fever can often sweep the nation. But before you begin pounding the streets, whether you’re running a marathon or just starting out, take tips from Crosby Tailor, a PT and advocate of low impact workouts and founder of the 30 Day Transformation workout series. An expert in low impact exercises that still achieves incredible results, Crosby is on a mission to help those avoid injury and negative results, caused by overtraining. So, what...

We can all feel a little cranky from time to time, but with a few simple holistic changes, you can ensure your mood stays in balance. Dr Marilyn Glenville, leading Nutritionist and author of Natural Alternatives to Sugar, highlighted the importance of eating right, recommending: “Eat little and often so that your moods are not being affected by a roller coaster of blood sugar highs and lows.” B vitamins are also crucial for mood, with Nutritionist and Fitness Instructor, Cassandra Barns,...

It’s easy to consume additional calories without even knowing it, and this is putting greater pressure on our collective waistlines. And so to help, the British Nutrition Foundation has offered its top tips for knowing your calorie intake as part of the ‘Know your numbers’ calorie advice issued by Public Health England (PHE) in a bid to cut childhood and adult obesity. The BNF advises: l Breakfast (400kcal): Breakfast is a great opportunity to get at least one of your five a day – add fruit to...

ChaYkra is the new label that creates specialised and ethically sourced garments for yoga. The London-based brand uses only 100 per cent sustainable materials from fair trade certified factories, with the debut collection’s style being ‘Brindian’, fusing British elegance with Indian flair to create a unique style reflecting the identity of the brand's British Indian sister founders. All garments in the ChaYkra collection have been made with natural organic cotton for its comfort, breathability...

A new campaign is helping the nation get on its bike and get active. free2cycle has launched in a bid to increase productivity, and physical and mental wellbeing by encouraging more people to cycle regularly. The revolutionary social enterprise prioritises behaviour change over bike ownership through incentivising individuals to get more active, more regularly, meaning they can obtain a bike funded purely by pedal power. “Inactivity is causing severe and preventable pressure on the NHS and the...

Fly direct to Malta from £44*. The Maltese Islands, an archipelago of three islands – Malta, Gozo and Comino – lie in the centre of the Mediterranean Sea, just 80km south of Italy. The European Union’s smallest Member State covers an area of just 316km2, yet within its boundaries lies a wealth of cultural heritage. The capital city, Valletta, and its more ancient predecessor, Mdina, are two of Malta’s most popular destinations. Both are endowed with a treasure-trove of architectural and...

After much publicity and campaigning, 2018 has seen the official ban of microbeads in personal care products in the UK. Manufacturers of cosmetics and personal care products will no longer be able to add tiny pieces of plastic known as ‘microbeads’ to rinse-off products, such as face scrubs, toothpastes and shower gels. The ban has come into force after a number of skincare brands, along with organisations such as Greenpeace and the Marine Conservation Society (MSC), fought for their banning....

A new study has suggested that gym goers are injuring themselves by pushing too hard over peer pressure to be fitter. A poll of 2,000 Brits has found that adults hit the gym to keep up with friends but in doing so, they treat a simple fitness session as a competition; some push harder to be better than fellow health buffs and others test their boundaries in a bid to impress. The study also found just under two thirds will forget to conduct a proper warm up, cool down and stretch routine during...

Spotify has revealed the top workout music trends for 2018. With the arrival of a new year, listeners will often turn to music to help them achieve their best selves. With more than 25 million workout playlists created by Spotify users, here are the top tracks and trends providing inspiration to kickstart fitness regimes. For the second year in a row, Eminem’s Till I Collapse is the most streamed workout song globally, while another of his hits, Lose Yourself, also reaches the top five. In the...

If you like to keep your workout routine a bit different, then a unique new class in London is for you. Tower Bridge Exhibition, one of London’s most iconic attractions, has launched a brand new season of its sell out ‘Yoga in the Walkways’ classes. Back by popular demand, the sunrise vinyasa-flow yoga classes take place on the world famous attraction’s glass floor walkway, a heart-thumping 138ft above the River Thames. Designed to revitalise, reboot and rebalance, the classes are open to all...

Exercising during the winter can seem far harder than in the warmer months. For a start, getting active outside can be off-putting when it’s cold, and leaving the comfort of your home after a day at work, even if it is to go to the warmth of the gym, can feel a struggle. But there are some simple steps you can take to keep motivated during the winter – and double world champion British rower and personal fitness trainer, Toby Garbett, is here to offer his advice. “As a personal trainer and...

As we head towards the New Year, many people will be thinking of shedding the pounds – but it is important you do it safely. Nutritionist at Lifeplan, Julie Lamble, offers her advice on choosing the right supplement to support your New Year fitness campaign. “Firstly, start with a natural supplement. There are so many effective natural ingredients on the market, you don’t need to rely on pharmaceutical slimming aids or anything that includes unnatural stimulants that will speed up your...

The importance of vitamin D for children during the winter months has been emphasised by a leading nutritionist. With children spending more time indoors than ever before, this is having a negative impact on their health, not least their declining vitamin D levels due to lack of sun exposure. In fact, one study found that 31 per cent of children had below the lowest desirable limit of vitamin D during winter, which could have very real health consequences. Nutritionist Kim Pearson, who...