Health
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How to properly heal after an injury
All those that are doing sports can expect to be injured sooner or later. This is a usual part of the process. Naturally, nobody wants to get hurt and nobody expects it to happen. But the reality is that our bones and muscles are not indestructible. Like our entire body, they are susceptible to injuries and different issues that may occur during the training. Although we can’t control when or how we are going to get hurt, it is important for us to be reactive if such situation occurs. We need to know everything there is in order to counteract the consequences and return our body to an optimal shape.…
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Dealing with those ‘Oops’ moments.
In amongst all the things women still don’t talk about, a leaky bladder is probably the number one taboo subject. Feeling worried about leakages when we laugh too hard, or sneeze, or just when we are dying to use the toilet, are all really common, with an incredible one in two women in the UK alone affected by this. But a new film from Tena is aiming to change are attitudes towards what is a common problem, with four women talking about their own experiences of light bladder weakness. I have my own experience of this sort of problem. Many years ago a close friend used to suffer if she…
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Are you sticking to your New Year’s resolutions?
Have you made any New Year’s resolutions for 2015? And if so, how easy are you finding it to stick to them? If you’re struggling to make your resolutions a reality, there’s help at hand. We’ve pulled together a list of the top resolutions that people make – and some little tips to increase your willpower when it comes to keeping them… 1. “I’m going to exercise more” Cold and miserable weather never seems like a great time to start a resolution that involves increased exercise, but it’s possible. Start out slowly to make it easier to stick to your resolution, and gradually increase the amount of exercise you do.…
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At One Day Spa Relaunch Party
There is a hidden gem of a spa in the centre of Birmingham that, at the end of last month, saw an amazing relaunch after an expansion and interior make-over. At One Day Spa, in Birmingham’s beautiful and historic Great Western Arcade, invited guests and clients along to check out the new space and facilities, whilst enjoying food, nibbles and even a little pampering. The space has expanded to include two brand new treatment rooms, taking the total to five. There is a double treatment room perfect for couples wanting to enjoy a spa package, as well as a dedicated manicure and pedicure treatment area and a spray tan room,…
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Four ways to improve your sex life
If you’ve been with your with partner for a long time, or lead a hectic lifestyle, it’s easy for sex to become less of a priority in your relationship. A healthy sex life requires time and effort to maintain, and if neglected, the passion can begin to dwindle and cause both partners to feel unsatisfied. If you’re looking for ways to give your libido a boost and rediscover an intimate connection with your partner, here are four top tips on how to improve your sex life: Identify the source of the problem If you’re feeling unsatisfied with your sexual relationship, it’s important to identify the cause of the problem. Loss…
