sleep
Keep a steady sleep window
Going to bed and waking at roughly the same time each day, even at weekends, helps your body clock settle. Aim for a calm, dark, cool bedroom and put screens away 30–60 minutes before bed.
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Wellness hints & tips
Simple, everyday ideas to support your sleep, energy, balance and recovery alongside your movement.
hydration
Sip little and often
Keep a water bottle within reach and sip through the day rather than waiting until you feel thirsty. Pale straw-coloured urine is a simple sign you're well hydrated.
nutrition
Include protein at every meal
Protein supports muscle repair and helps you feel fuller for longer. Eggs, Greek yoghurt, beans, lentils, fish, tofu and lean meats are all easy options.
nutrition
Eat a rainbow
Different coloured fruit and vegetables provide different nutrients and fibre. Try adding one extra colour to your plate each day.
movement
Walk after meals
A gentle 10–15 minute walk after eating is an easy way to add movement to your day, aid digestion and clear your head.
menopause
Strength training and bone health
Around perimenopause and menopause, falling oestrogen can affect bone density. Regular resistance and weight-bearing exercise is one of the best ways to help look after your bones — start light and progress gradually.
menopause
Layer up for hot flushes
Wearing breathable layers you can easily remove, keeping a fan nearby and noticing personal triggers (such as caffeine, alcohol or spicy food) can make hot flushes easier to manage. Speak to your GP if symptoms affect your daily life.
mindfulness
Try box breathing
Breathe in for 4, hold for 4, out for 4, hold for 4. Repeat for a minute or two whenever you feel tense — it's a simple way to calm the nervous system.
mindfulness
Get outside in daylight
Morning daylight helps regulate your body clock and can lift your mood. Even a short walk or a coffee by an open window counts.
recovery
Rest is part of training
Your body gets stronger while it recovers. Plan at least one or two easier days a week — a mobility or Tai Chi session is a lovely way to stay active while you rest.
recovery
Never skip the warm-up
Five minutes of gentle movement raises your temperature and prepares joints and muscles, helping you move better and reducing the risk of strains.
movement
Small and steady wins
Three 20-minute sessions a week you can keep up will do more for you than one exhausting session you dread. Consistency matters more than intensity.
These tips are general wellbeing information, not medical advice. Please speak to your GP or a qualified professional about your own health. See our Health Disclaimer.