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If you suffer from arthritis, or very stiff joints, exercise may be the last things you want to do. However, getting out for some fresh air and low intensity aerobic exercise can be extremely beneficial and can help prevent joint stiffness. Chiropractor Lucy Goulding from Monmouth Clinic explains: “Exercise such as Yoga and Pilates can […]

By Clare Palmer MENOPAUSE Menopause tends to hit ladies between the ages of 45 and 55, with a 2- to 10-year transitional period beforehand, known as perimenopause. Towards the end of perimenopause, the female hormone estrogen drops rapidly, bringing with it a number of symptoms. These can include mood swings and problems with memory and […]

Have you been told not to exercise or do certain things, following a diagnosis of arthritis or other inflammatory or degenerative conditions? There are other forms of exercise you can do, and achieve a better quality of life – the key is not to let the diagnosis label you. By Ady Watts When I was […]

The Kindle Centre in Hereford has gained its rightful place among the venues with opportunities for wellbeing in south Hereford. The centre, at the heart of the local community, has been delivering health and fitness classes, activities and workshops but also courses and conferences. New wellbeing classes include: • Rise & Flow Yoga (starting from […]

By Joseph Dignam Eskrima (also known as Arnis) is the martial art of the Philippines. Despite first appearances, Eskrima systems use several weapons which are taught first, before the empty hand – the use of weapons enhances the empty hand skills of the student. Dacayana Eskrima uses single stick, double stick, knives, stick and knife, […]

The past two decades have seen the massage therapy industry come a long way. Where previously therapists would offer mostly traditional Swedish massage to athletes or fitness enthusiasts, nowadays masseurs complete training modules and courses for work with special groups ranging from infants and pregnant ladies, to seniors and care home residents. While in the […]

By Rosemary Channin I had been ill since birth with M.E. and Pyroluria, which causes the M.E. symptoms. I was training to be a performance anxiety specialist for musicians when I had my final ‘crash’. This led to my discovery of the Chrysalis Effect Recovery Programme, and under the guidance of their team of practitioners […]

Interview By Andrea Slivkova Photography By Matt Puttock, HipShot Photography www.hipshotphotography.co.uk Since its opening earlier this year, dance studio Mizz Twisted Cherry has established itself as an ambassador for alternative fitness in Ross-on-Wye. Founded by Natalie Morgan-Dew, this independent studio has been offering classes in pole fitness and aerial hoop, burlesque and chair dance but […]

At this time of the year, plenty of us get inspired by Wimbledon to dust down the old racket and enjoy the summer with a game of tennis. Or perhaps your little ones got you down to the park to kick a ball while the weather lasts. There is something about the summer months that […]