When my mobile rung I was hesitant to pick it up; an unknown number, me at Oxford circus dodging the crowds and desperate to escape the shopping frenzy. For a few moments I stood staring at my phone as it rung and then reluctantly put it to my ear. What I heard on the other end of the line got me very excited.
Sleep is a biological need and a function necessary for our body to thrive. It is the time when we regenerate and recover from the trials of the day before; rebalancing hormones, regenerating and building muscle, recovering strength etc. Long term lack of and poor quality of sleep is detrimental to health and can lead to a myriad of health issue such as weight gain, hormonal imbalances, cardiovascular issues and general deterioration of physical and mental health. Here are steps to take before bed to ensure a good night’s sleep that leaves you feeling refreshed and rejuvenated for the day ahead.
Building strength and muscular mass is about functional health and better quality of life. Which is one of the main reasons why muscles are so important to the human body. The aesthetics is often a happy bonus. The type of training required to build strength and improve muscle composition is so important that we make it the backbone of every workout at Epoch Fitness.
We’ve all heard of the positives but coffee is a powerful stimulant that changes biochemistry and effects the way our body functions day to day. If you find yourself gradually having more coffee consider if any of the below apply to you.
A mindful approach to nutrition is a way to be more aware of the processes that govern food related behaviour while helping you make the most of your meal times.
