Health

Health on Female First
20 March 2013

World Oral Health Day
To celebrate World Oral Health day today we've brought you some surprising facts and figures for you to consider concerning your dental health.  More than 28 million people in the UK ...

Could looking at old pictures on the site make you happier?
20 March 2013

Looking at old Facebook pictures could be good for your mental health
We sometimes cringe at old pictures, wondering what we were thinking about our hair, makeup and clothes, but new research indicates that looking at them could have a positive effect ...

Don't let the weather affect your training regime
20 March 2013

Improve your running on a rainy day
Unfortunately the British weather is notorious for throwing a spanner in the works of even the best laid training plans. Whilst you can hit the treadmill, after a few days ...

It's important to stretch your muscles before and after exercise
19 March 2013

Fitness tips: 10 things you never knew about stretching
How often do you finish an exercise class or workout without taking the time to stretch? And when you do stretch, how do you stretch and why? Greg Brookes(www.gbpersonaltraining.com), personal trainer ...

People need to do more exercise
19 March 2013

Inactive lives kill 36,000 people a year
We all know how important it is to move around each day, but did you know that an inactive lifestyle kills as many as 36,815 people a year.  Lack of physical ...

Levels of salt in diets is a lot higher than it should be
19 March 2013

Salt consumption to be cut by a quarter
Salt levels in our diets seem to be getting higher and higher, without much indication of slowing down. Figures show that more than half the public rarely or never consider the ...

Keep fit with Hayley's tips every Monday
18 March 2013

How to stay fit and trim with Hayley Newton: Week 1
As I have arrived back in the UK from Los Angeles, I have brought back with me some wonderful knowledge in regards to keeping fit & healthy. Hayley Newton In America, I ...

Health on Female First
18 March 2013

What to eat when you're pregnant
Good nutrition is important for everyone, but when you are pregnant or breastfeeding your diet and nutritional requirements may change slightly. Eating a healthy and balanced diet will not only support ...

A healthy lifestyle is the key to good wellbeing
17 March 2013

The impact of a healthy diet
Hannah Bradley was diagnosed with cancer in 2011 but after major surgery and radiotherapy, the prognosis was not good, with doctors giving her just 18 months to live. But the 29-year-old ...

Today is the day when you can take a break and let your body wind down
17 March 2013

International Fitness Week: Day seven, Rest & Relaxation Day
After a long and dedicated week of working out and undertaking new challenges, you deserve a break. So, pop in to Fitness First on Sunday for rest & relaxation day ...

Do you eat enough red meat?
16 March 2013

The role of red meat on your diet
Millions of people in the UK are putting their health at risk because of inadequate intakes of vital vitamins and minerals, a new study has revealed. But the research also highlights ...

Victoria Pendleton is encouraging us to make the most of International Fitness Week
16 March 2013

International Fitness Week: Day six, Top 20 Workout Day
Day six of International Fitness Week is Top 20 Workout Day.  Start your weekend off with a little inspiration from Fitness First’s list of Top 20 workouts. Each exercise on the list ...

Eating healthily is the key to overall health
15 March 2013

International Fitness Week: Day five, Healthy eating day
You can’t run on empty, to ensure your body has enough fuel to keep you going, here we have top tips and advice on healthy eating. Admit it—you love to eat ...

Health on Female First
15 March 2013

Dairy products reduce your breast cancer survival chance
High-fat dairy products could reduce your chance of breast cancer survival after diagnosis, according to new research. Patients who consume high-fat dairy products following breast cancer diagnosis increase their chances of ...

Eating a healthy breakfast is important for us all
15 March 2013

Nutrition tips for a healthy start to the day and diet
Why is important for us to eat breakfast? Breakfast as the word suggests literally means ‘ breaking the fast’. After 10 – 12 hours overnight without food our energy reserves are ...

Working out in a group is a big incentive to do better
14 March 2013

International Fitness Week: Day four, Group exercise day
It’s time to burn calories the fun way—with friends. Gather up your pals for a group exercise class, such as Zumba, BODYCOMBAT, or Athletic Fitness. What better motivation to shape up ...

Health on Female First
14 March 2013

The new way to diagnose breast cancer
Getting tested for breast cancer is a worrying and long process for women, but there may now be a way that could take away the anxious wait for results.  The technique ...

Victoria Pendleton is encouraging us to make the most of International Fitness Week
13 March 2013

International Fitness Week: Day three, challenge day
It is Day Three of Fitness First’s International Fitness Week with double Olympic Gold medallist and 9 x World Champion cyclist Victoria Pendleton. Here we have what today entails, as well ...

Stop smoking
13 March 2013

The reason why we smoke
New research, conducted to coincide with National No Smoking Day today, has looked into the differing habits, behaviours and emotions that encourage smokers to continue with the harmful carcinogenic habit. . The ...

Today is National No Smoking Day
13 March 2013

Smoking could be affecting your figure
It’s no secret that quitting smoking can help save a person’s life, but are people still more worried about the way they look than their health? A survey of 1,015 smokers ...

Why not try a medicine ball with your workout
12 March 2013

International Fitness Week: Day two, Freestyle day
It's international fitness week, so it's time to get moving. Day two is Freestyle Day, here we have the tips to help you through.  Freestyle exercise is an innovative new way ...

Is your work desk anything like this?
12 March 2013

Could your messy desk get you fired or contribute to serious health issues?
If you have a messy desk then you may want to think of tidying it today, with a new study showing that you could be in line for a formal ...

What makes you reach for the bad food?
12 March 2013

Mind sweep your diet demons
For many people, the New Year’s resolution to lose weight so that we can fit back into our clothes, feel healthier or avoid fat photos already seems like a dim ...

Try something new in the gym today
11 March 2013

International Fitness Week: Day one, try something new
Today sees the launch of the International Fitness Week powered by Fitness First, with British Olympic and World Cycling champion Victoria Pendleton helping to support. Everyday Fitness First gyms will be ...