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Seeing someone panic because there’s something lodged in their airway can be alarming, but knowing what to do in this situation is one of the most valuable skills a first aider can know. Keep reading to learn how choking happens and how to respond quickly as a first aider.

Updated: Wednesday 30 October 2024

Published: Wednesday 30 October 2024

Large organisations across the UK are taking employee health and wellbeing more seriously, but many outlay huge sums for solutions that provide mediocre results.

Updated: Wednesday 30 October 2024

Published: Monday 16 May 2016

For many, the New Year is a time for resolutions. Often these involve new exercise regimes or healthy eating plans, but we may be missing out the benefits of more holistic goals.

Updated: Friday 25 October 2024

Published: Friday 30 October 2020

Do you shy away from exercise because you're worried about damaging your joints? Concerned about putting excess stress and strain on your knees or hips? You're not alone.

Updated: Friday 25 October 2024

Published: Tuesday 2 October 2018

For some of us, winter means adapting our training regime to stay fit and healthy. Thankfully, switching up how we exercise during the cold months isn’t as tricky as it might sound.

Updated: Friday 25 October 2024

Published: Monday 31 January 2022

During the colder months, a lack of sunlight and harsh and wintery conditions can leave skin looking and feeling dry, flaky, parched, and dull.

Updated: Friday 25 October 2024

Published: Friday 8 November 2019

The temperature is dropping and the days are getting shorter. As we head into winter, our risk of catching colds and the flu rises, but there’s lots of things we can do to boost our immunity.

Updated: Friday 25 October 2024

Published: Tuesday 19 November 2019

Working from home has quickly become normal life for many of us. A large percentage of the population works with a computer or laptop every day, often with suboptimal home office set-ups that can be harmful to our eyes.

Updated: Thursday 24 October 2024

Published: Monday 1 June 2020

Companies and individuals are always on the hunt for innovative ways to limit the negative effects of desk work. Whether you’re concerned about back pain or productivity, a standing desk has something for you.

Updated: Thursday 24 October 2024

Published: Monday 20 November 2023

Using a foam roller can be a highly effective way of improving your post-workout recovery. Helping to increase mobility, foam rolling can also reduce onset muscle soreness and aid with the function of our vascular and parasympathetic nervous systems.

Updated: Thursday 24 October 2024

Published: Monday 18 September 2023

The 5km distance can be both accessible and challenging depending on your experience. Tailored for beginners looking to get into running, our eight-week training plan combines running with strength training to help improve your cardiovascular fitness and get you ready to run the 5km distance.

Updated: Thursday 24 October 2024

Published: Friday 28 July 2023

The 10km distance is a challenging and rewarding distance that tests new and experienced runners alike. Whether you’ve just completed a 5km and are looking for a new challenge, or you’re eyeing up a new PB, our plan can help.

Updated: Thursday 24 October 2024

Published: Friday 12 January 2024

The half-marathon distance bridges the gap between “short” distance and “long” distance running. For beginners or those that have done a 10k event it the past, 13.1 -miles (21km) is a challenging but attainable distance – as long as you have the right training plan.

Updated: Thursday 24 October 2024

Published: Wednesday 10 January 2024

For runners of all abilities, the marathon distance demands a dedicated and structured training plan to complete. If you’ve worked your way through the 5k, 10k and the half-marathon distances and are ready to tackle 26.2 miles, you’re in the right place.

Updated: Thursday 24 October 2024

Published: Monday 9 October 2023

Gyms are sweaty places. Whether you’re hitting the weights section or running on the treadmill, you’ve likely had a few sessions where you’re dripping wet wondering whether something is wrong.

Updated: Thursday 24 October 2024

Published: Monday 21 August 2023

Whether it’s functional strength or aesthetic appeal that you’re looking for, training your biceps is a vital part of any weightlifting routine. All you need is a bar and some weights or a set of dumbbells.

Updated: Thursday 24 October 2024

Published: Wednesday 4 October 2023

If step counting is your thing, you’ll have seen the number 10,000 everywhere. Most of us have never stopped to think about where this number comes from. We’ve dived into the fact and the fiction of walking 10,000 steps a day to bring you the origins, health benefits, and studies surrounding this magic number.

Updated: Thursday 24 October 2024

Published: Friday 15 September 2023

Illness and injury not only keep you from doing the things you love, but can also get in the way of your work. Here's how to access fast, effective care and get back to work sooner.

Updated: Tuesday 22 October 2024

Published: Wednesday 6 April 2016

As we age, our muscle mass starts to shrink. This can put extra pressure on our joints and increase our risk of joint pain and conditions like arthritis. Thankfully, painful joints are avoidable no matter what age you are.

Updated: Monday 21 October 2024

Published: Thursday 26 October 2023

For many of us, exercise is a great way to manage our physical and mental health. This can make the festive period – with all the talk of rest, food, and relaxation – difficult to navigate.

Updated: Monday 21 October 2024

Published: Tuesday 5 December 2023