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Over a week ago, several news outlets reported on comments made by Professor Sir Chris Whitty, England’s Chief Medical Officer. In this newsletter, I have identified the key themes that emerged across those articles. Coverage from The Guardian, BBC News, the Obesity Health Alliance, The Telegraph and The Independent all focused on Whitty’s recent speech, […]
I recently purchased an anti‑spill drink carrier. I was extremely sceptical about whether it would actually work, but I was amazed to discover that it performs brilliantly. Since using it, I haven’t spilled a single drop. If you haven’t come across these before, anti‑spill drink carriers are designed to let you carry an open cup, […]
An article on the front page of The Times this morning caught my attention, prompting me to look up the original journal paper (linked below). The research suggests that positive thinking, hope, and optimism can boost immune function, acting as a valuable complement to medical treatment. The study provides compelling evidence that positive mental states […]
Yesterday, I read a fascinating article from the BBC regarding willpower and weight loss, exploring why some people find it harder to lose weight than others. Based on that piece and supplementary research, it becomes clear that the traditional narrative around obesity requires a major update. For decades, the cultural understanding of obesity in the […]
I am a huge fan of the BBC show The Traitors – for me, it is a fascinating real-world demonstration of epistemology in action. Watching contestants navigate suspicion, deception, and trust offers a unique window into how people gather evidence, form beliefs, and justify decisions under uncertainty. The show brilliantly illustrates the challenges of distinguishing […]
Our Core Balance multimodal programme is well aligned with the UK Chief Medical Officers’ (CMOs) guidelines for promoting falls prevention among older adults who are already capable of participating in standard chair-based sessions. The CMOs recommend that older adults engage in muscle-strengthening activities at least twice a week and incorporate exercises that improve balance and […]
Health advice is often passed down through generations, sometimes becoming so ingrained in our culture that we rarely question its accuracy. But how many of these “old wives’ tales” actually stand up to scientific scrutiny? I have highlighted 10 of these myths below – each one is something I recall hearing during my childhood. Cracking […]
Why motivation – and social connection – matter Walk into a lively chair-based exercise class and you will notice more than movement. You will hear names being used, laughter shared, stories swapped and small wins celebrated. These moments do more than lift the mood; they nurture the kind of motivation that keeps people coming back. […]
For most healthy adults, regularly needing more than about nine hours of sleep each night can be a sign that something is amiss. While the occasional lie-in after travel, illness, intense physical activity, or a string of late nights is perfectly normal and usually harmless, consistently sleeping for long periods – especially if you still […]
Sensory losses, particularly those affecting vision and hearing, are common among older adults and can have a profound impact on their ability to participate safely and effectively in chair-based exercise classes. As health professionals and exercise instructors, it is essential to recognise how these impairments may influence engagement, safety, and overall experience, and to adapt […]
