Can we have a little chat about exercise in midlife? Have you ever found yourself thinking… “Why doesn’t this feel like it used to?”“I used to be able to do this no problem…”“Why am I so tired after that?” You’re not imagining it, and you’re not doing anything wrong. But the reality is… your body isn’t the same as it was in your 20s, and that’s not a bad thing. It just means we need to approach exercise a little differently now. And when you do? You can feel stronger, more e

When you hear the word biohacking , it often brings to mind expensive gadgets, ice baths in the garden, or a cupboard full of supplements. But some of the most effective “biohacks” for your metabolism, energy and long-term health are actually simple, low-cost (or completely free) habits. Even better… they’re things you probably already know. You just need a little reminder and perhaps a nudge to actually do them consistently. What Is Biohacking? Biohacking might sound a bit

Have you ever noticed how easily children drop into a deep squat? They’ll sit there quite happily playing with toys, chatting, or building something on the floor like it’s the most natural position in the world. Because for the human body… it actually is. For thousands of years, the  deep squat was a completely normal resting position . People cooked, rested, chatted and even worked in this position. In many cultures around the world it still is. But in modern Western life so

And no, I don’t think we’re being dramatic saying it. A few days ago, I found myself staring out of the window and literally saying out loud: “Oh P off.” ( especially  after a weekend in Mallorca!) Now, I’m not a sun-worshipping, lie-on-a-beach-all-day kind of girl. Transparently fair skin, full SPF for life, and I suffered with a UVA allergy in my younger years… so trust me, I’m not chasing a tan. But still. Grey skies feel heavy after a while.Relentless rain makes everythin

Inflammation is often blamed on ageing, but research is increasingly showing that it’s more about lifestyle than years lived . Experts such as gastroenterologist Dr Will Bulsiewicz highlight that inflammation isn’t something we “switch off” with one food, diet, supplement or detox. Instead, it’s influenced daily by how we move, eat, sleep and manage stress. One of the most powerful, and overlooked, tools?... Regular movement. Why movement matters Consistent, moderate exercis

Every January, we’re bombarded with the same message: New year, new you. Big promises. Big plans. Big pressure. And yet, by February, many people are left feeling frustrated, tired, or quietly disappointed that things didn’t stick. Here’s the truth that rarely gets talked about: You don’t need January to prioritise your health and fitness. And you certainly don’t need extreme resolutions to age well. You can make meaningful changes to your wellbeing at any time of year , in a

You know how we’ve always been told to just eat less and move more? I was listening to Steven Bartlett’s Diary of a CEO podcast recently, and in a brilliant episode with Dr Jason Fung they dug into why that simple advice doesn’t work for everyone. Especially for those of us in midlife or anyone who’s been dieting for years. Here’s the whole idea in plain English. 1. It’s not only about calories We’ve been conditioned to think of weight loss as a maths problem: calories in, c

Most of us want the same thing, to stay independent, mobile and always up for fun, walks, gardening, time with kids and grandkids, meals out, holidays. The lovely news is you don’t need bootcamp-style workouts to get there. You just need a few smart habits, done consistently. Below is a simple, easy plan you can start today. 1) Build Useful Strength After 40 we naturally lose muscle unless we give it a nudge to stay. Strength work isn’t bodybuilding, it’s everyday power, gett

We all breathe, don't we? Around 20,000 times a day, in fact. Yet most of us go through life barely noticing it, until we're out of puff running for the bus or holding our breath during a stressful moment at work. But how you breathe changes everything, especially in your Pilates practice, and once you understand why, you'll never take another breath for granted. It's Not Just About Getting Oxygen In When I cue your breathing during our sessions, I'm not just being picky. Yes

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We all want to be the fortunate ones that live to a good old age. But only if we have quality of life, right? We tend to associate senior citizens with being shorter, bent over and with little mobility. But we are seeing this less now and it doesn’t have to be this way! What can we do to ensure a longer, and better quality life, as we age? Eating well, more plants and less processed food, is one thing. Exercise is another. Any exercise or physical activity is good, but I want