Health and Fitness
My Fitness goals 2021 – Running!
Normally, I would be writing a post about resolutions, whether or not I have any. How I will achieve them, or why I don’t have any. But, this year, my goals are quite precise. They are my fitness goals 2021.…
Confession time… lockdown weight gain.
A little confession, lockdown weight gain… Yes, it happened. Although I did exercise during lockdown, I gained weight. A whole stone has snuck on…yes 14lbs of fat. My diet somewhat went from being healthy to being…I think best described as……
What I’ve been reading this August
I’ve needed a little inspiration over the last few weeks. So I’ve been reading books which I hope will inspire me to work towards my fitness goals. Of course, reading won’t avoid the hard work of getting fitter. But, I…
Mental Health
Collaborative Post I was contacted to share this graphic on Mental Health Misdiagnoses in Children. It highlights different causes with similar symptoms. I think sometimes it is hard for children – especially younger children – to explain if they are…
Walking with my family.
Walking with my family has been a highlight of lock-down. We have covered miles just pottering along the footpaths local to us. It’s become a bit of a habit that after dinner we will go out, and walk. To be…
Mammogram – Info-graphic
Collaborative Post What is a Mammogram? A mammogram is a form of breast screening, basically it’s an x-ray of breasts. But what happens when you have a mammogram? I have to be honest I had never thought about this, and…
Protecting your children against hearing loss.
Collaborative Post As a hearing person I take for granted many things about having my hearing. From sitting listening to the birds singing, to first words, laughter and whispers. Things that without my hearing I wouldn’t be able to enjoy.…
Running Beginner – Where to Begin?
It’s Global Running Day! So I thought I should really use it as an excuse to write about… running. I am a running beginner. There is no doubt, I am no where near a “runner” although I am starting to…
Keeping Healthy During Summer
Collaborative Guest Post Keeping Healthy During Summer Beautiful weather and plenty of outdoor activities make summer a great time to focus on your physical and mental well-being. Whether you’ve been working hard to look your best in a new swimsuit…
When is the right time to start a family?
Collaborative Post I’m sure you’ll agree, choosing to start a family is one of the biggest decisions in life. There were lots of things which I used to think about before having a family! Believe it or not, I was…
