Focus on… back pain

Migraines disrupting day-to-day life? Tight muscles making you miserable? A build-up of tension in the body can cause pain, lack of sleep and – unsurprisingly – feelings of irritability. But before re

Hello, gang! Let’s start off by determining what exactly the core is. The core muscles aren’t just our abdominals, as many people think. In fact, the core includes all the back muscles, which surround

You’ve probably felt that ache down the outside of your knee and been advised to grab the foam roller and attempt to roll it out and loosen it off. And some of you may have done it and felt that your

For Averil Mohammad, 72, from Barnet, classical reformer Pilates has become a panacea for the pain caused by a torn rotator cuff. Here, she shares how the exercise has helped her rebuild her relationship with her body

Need a holiday to recover from your holiday? The summer months are fun, but all that sea, sand, sangria and sun can take its toll on your body – and your bank balance. Luckily, our expert tips and tri

Adopt these small habits now to protect your future health