Women’s Health
Female health through the decades
Every woman's exercise needs change throughout their life. With this in mind, here is our guide to the actions and exercises that you'll need to do in order to maintain your health during four important decades of your life.
Read more…How exercise protects women from disease
Exercise isn’t just about firming up your thighs and toning your triceps; regular workouts can help ward off many of the major diseases that affect women, from breast cancer to high blood pressure, osteoporosis to arthritis.
Read more…Offset osteoporosis through exercise and nutrition
Osteoporosis literally means 'porous bones' and individuals with osteoporosis are at an increased risk of fracture. The hip, spine and wrist are the most common fracture areas and statistics show that after the age of 50, 20 per cent of men and 50 per cent of women will suffer a bone fracture as a result of the disease.
Read more…Exercise and the menopause
The menopause is clearly a defining moment in the biology of any woman and can lead to unwanted side-effects, including weight gain. However, the menopause doesn't have to spell an end to your hard-earned fitness. Instead, here's our guide to exercising through the menopause and beyond.
Read more…Exercise, PMS and period pain
Exercise may be the last thing in the world you feel like when you are craving chocolate, harboring murderous thoughts or doubled over with cramps, but persevere and you may find that exercise helps alleviate both PMS symptoms and period pain. And even more intriguingly, that getting to know your menstrual cycle helps you maximize your workouts.
Read more…10 foods all women should eat
While there are some foods we should all be eating more of, men and women also have their own set of dietary requirements as well as their own unique health concerns. Here are ten foods all women should eat.
Read more…Top 10 worst female health habits
From workouts to healthy diets, many of us make an effort to look after ourselves. However, we could be compromising our health on a daily basis without even knowing it. From carrying heavy handbags to wearing crippling heels, here are the top 10 female habits you should try to break.
Read more…Top health habits to steal from your man
When it comes to healthy living, we may feel we have the upper hand over the opposite sex. However, there are some instances where it can pay to take a leaf out of their book. To help give your health and fitness a boost, check out these top health lessons we can learn from men.
Read more…10 tips for better boobs
Whether you want your breasts smaller, bigger or less saggy, few of us are happy with our boobs. However, there are many things you can do to make the most of your curves. To help look after your breasts and keep them looking their best, check out our 10 tips for better boobs.
Read more…Top 10 relationship fat traps
While being in a relationship can help boost your health and happiness, it can also ruin your diet if you're not careful. To help stay in shape at each stage of your relationship, check out the most common fat traps to avoid.
Read more…Perfect body shape plan
While we all come in different sizes and every body is unique, experts have identified four basic body shapes that all women fall into. Body shapes are largely determined by bone structure, genetics and age and, while lifestyle factors make a huge difference to the dimensions of your body, it can be difficult to change your basic shape. However, by identifying your body shape, you can work with it to improve your overall health and appearance. Here are the four main female body shapes and what they mean for your health.
Read more…7 ways to be a wonder woman
We all know that woman who jumps out of bed and instantly looks glamorous yet subtly casual; that woman who doesn’t have crumbs on her new suit or bags under her eyes. The high-powered, super smart, well off woman we all want to be is only seven steps away. Follow these tips and become your very own, real-life wonder woman (cape not included):
Read more…10 flat-belly tricks
Most women have experienced the feeling of being bloated at some point in their lives. However, for some it can be a recurring problem, leading to frequent discomfort and embarrassment. To help beat bloating and get the flat stomach you’ve dreamed of, check out these 10 de-bloating tips.
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