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3 top tips for making your resolutions last
Is getting up at 06:00 to go for a run, eating a kale salad for lunch and quitting smoking all getting a bit too much to handle? It certainly is for the one in five people who’ve broken their New Year’s resolution by 6th January. Making a permanent change is no easy task, but every step you […]
The dangers of belly fat
Most of us have, at some point in our lives, pondered the question ‘what’s a healthy weight?’ Usually, calculating your BMI (body mass index) can give a good indication of whether or not you’re in a healthy weight range – but the BMI calculator has its failings. It can’t, for instance, detect muscle (which is […]
Exercise can help treat erectile dysfunction
Exercise impacts mental as well as physical health, which both directly affect a man’s interest in sex and his ability to get an erection. Whilst exercise alone does not compare to the effectiveness of prescription medication, it can be an effective means of treating erectile dysfunction (ED), and can prevent it occurring in the first […]
How Healthy is Your Erection?
Is your erection thrusting forth to a proud 5.16 inches – like that of the average man? Is your penis hard enough for sex? Do you still get morning glory? Do you even find it easy to get an erection in the first place? If the answer to any of the above is ‘not really’, you’re not […]
Pelvic floor (egel) exercise for men
Pelvic floor exercise for men, also known as kegel exercise, can strengthen the pelvic floor muscles, which affect sexual function. Kegel exercise for men Kegel exercise isn’t just for women. Regular kegel exercise for men can help prevent erectile dysfunction and premature ejaculation. If you experience erectile dysfunction (ED) or premature ejaculation (PE) then kegels […]
Do protein shakes work?
Protein shakes, and similar supplements, have become an increasingly popular way of boosting muscle growth. But do protein supplements work? The question largely depends on what counts as ‘work’. No protein supplement, natural or processed, will grow muscle on its own. If you exercise regularly protein will help build your muscles – but only if […]
Health Benefits of Cycling
Cycling is a fantastic form of exercise – and a fantastically popular one. The success of British stars such as Bradley Wiggins, Chris Hoy and Victoria Pendleton have prompted a nation to get on its bike. The contrasting physiques of Hoy and Wiggins demonstrate cyclists come in all shapes and sizes. Cycling can help you […]
Health Benefits of Tennis
Tennis is truly a global sport, played by all ages and backgrounds. The simple art of hitting a ball over a net with a racket has captured the imagination of millions. You needn’t wait until Wimbledon to enjoy the cardio and muscle benefits provided by a regular game of tennis. Getting the body of Rafael […]
A Dad Bod isn’t a Bad Bod
2015 is the year of the Dad Bod. Ever since student Mackenzie Pearson popularised the term in the essay ‘Why Girls Love the Dad Bod’ the internet has creaked under the weight of tributes to this unlikely craze. Instagram, Tumblr and Twitter have gone Dad Bod crazy! Here we examine the Dad Bod and what […]
Nutrition Tips From A Personal Trainer
Our doctors have been working with several personal trainers to create simple health plans for ‘everyman’. The following nutrition tips are from cardiac fitness specialist, Rob Jones: Portion control: pay attention to how much you put on your plate and use smaller plates. Moderation is key for keeping in shape. Keep hydrated: aim to drink […]