Research shows why reformer pilates can do more for you than you think especially after not training for a few weeks....

Research shows why reformer pilates can do more for you than you think especially after not training for a few weeks....

Even after 4 weeks of not training (which was for most of us over the Christmas period) taking up Reformer Pilates, can make significant changes in more ways than you think.  

A study showed that women who participated in Reformer Pilates classes after 4 weeks of no physical exercise, had significant increases in muscle mass, corrected arm and body composition. And it also it helps people with chronic lower back pain.  Pilates showed significant improvement in pain relief and functional enhancement too. 

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What Science Really Says about Spanking

What Science Really Says about Spanking

To spank or not to spank? Experts argue that this form of punishment—hitting a child on the bottom with an open hand—increases the risk that kids will develop emotional and behavioural problems including increased aggression, behavioural and mental health problems, and reduced cognitive ability and self-esteem.

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The BBC interviewed us about the challenges of taking on a family business. Are you labelled the 'silver spoon' child? Is is harder than it seems?

The BBC interviewed us about the challenges of taking on a family business. Are you labelled the 'silver spoon' child? Is is harder than it seems?

So you are next to take on the family business. The legacy. The hard work of your parents or perhaps even generations. How do you do it? What if you don't want to do it? Is it harder than it seems?

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Complaining Harms Your Health, According to Science

Complaining Harms Your Health, According to Science

Why do people complain? Not to torture others with their negativity, surely. When most of us indulge in a bit of a moan, the idea is to "vent." By getting our emotions out, we reason, we'll feel better. However, science suggests there are a few serious flaws in that reasoning.

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The Superior Social Skills of Bilinguals

The Superior Social Skills of Bilinguals

BEING bilingual has some obvious advantages. Learning more than one language enables new conversations and new experiences. But in recent years, psychology researchers have demonstrated some less obvious advantages of bilingualism, too.

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Harvard study reveals the secret of a happy, healthy life. Where should you invest your time and energy?

Harvard study reveals the secret of a happy, healthy life. Where should you invest your time and energy?

If you were going to invest in your future happiness, where would you put your time and energy? Is it money, fame or working harder? Is it love or what is it that keeps us happy and healthy?

Why do some people make it from the bottom to the top? And why do others go the opposite way?

Find out from this fascinating, Harvard Study.

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8 steps to better revision - exam, peer and social media pressure burns out our teenagers

8 steps to better revision - exam, peer and social media pressure burns out our teenagers

Is your teenager under pressure at school to achieve, achieve and achieve more again?
Our teenagers are under massive pressure as it’s exam season again. The truth is, life shouldn't be ‘stressful’ for 17 year olds. It is though, and that’s a shame.

We see more and more of them at our Clinic this time of the year, stressed out.

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Your wellbeing - is it all in your head?

Your wellbeing - is it all in your head?

It is well known that the brain is an electrochemical organ, and the electro-chemical activity is displayed in the form of brainwaves.

But what are these brainwaves and what do they do?

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Yoga - the surprising benefits revealed

Yoga - the surprising benefits revealed

A recent review of the literature in Complementary Therapies in Clinical Practice suggests that yoga may change brain waves as well as structure. A group of researchers analysed fifteen studies examining the effects of yoga on brain waves as well as structural changes in brain activation following participating in yoga postures (asana), breathing exercises (pranayama), and meditation-based yoga. 

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The rare benefit of exercise revealed by neuroscientists

The rare benefit of exercise revealed by neuroscientists

Neuroscience shows once again that staying active as a lifestyle can significantly change the way we live. Forget about joining a gym for guilt or because it’s January. Find out why research suggests taking up exercise as a lifestyle choice. 

One of the best and most immediate benefits of breaking a sweat is

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