Part of our Moving Mums series, aimed at getting your core strength back, warrior 2 is a highly accessible pose. Known to increase stamina, it also relieves back aches commonly seen throughout a pregnancy.
Exercise and Fitness
Belly Breathing – Eliza Hayward
Belly breathing is part 2 in our series Moving Mums. Belly breathing is a pranayama technique best practised before, during and after birth.
Video: Night shifts increase risk of type 2 diabetes
Working shifts or overnight can increase your risk of type 2 diabetes, a new study of more than a quarter of a million workers has found.
Strains and sprains: self-care
Strains and sprains, or soft tissue injuries, are common through playing sports and in everyday life. Find out what products are available for strains and sprains.
Healthy ageing in your fifties
Fight the effects of ageing in your fifties by improving your muscle strength, aerobic capacity, flexibility and bone strength and boosting your immune system.
Extended Puppy Pose – Eliza Hayward
Extended puppy pose is a yoga pose that stimulates the abdominal organs and helps improve digestion. Eliza Heywood demonstrates.
Reclined Twist – Eliza Hayward
A reclined twist is a yoga pose to cleanse the internal organs, release the lower back and calm a busy mind. Watch Eliza Heywood demonstrate.
Dormant butt syndrome is linked to knee and back pain
Dormant butt syndrome, characterised by weak glute muscles and tight hip flexors, can be caused by sitting too long and is linked to knee, hip and back pain.
An active body for an active mind
Maintaining adequate levels of physical activity and reducing time spent sedentary over the long term is good for the brain.
Physical activity in children and teenagers
Encouraging kids and teens to be more active is not always easy. Find activities that your kids enjoy and build some activity into the whole family.
