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National Heart Month runs throughout February, it was created by the British Heart Foundation in the UK to help raise awareness around Cardiovascular disease and to encourage you to take action to protect your most vital organ. Whether its learning about prevention, making healthier lifestyle choices or supporting the British Heart Foundation, this month is about prioritising heart health for yourself and those around you. Declared by the World Health Organisation, heart disease is the UK and the world’s number one cause for mortality. The British Heart Foundation is asking the public to take simple steps this month to improve the health of their hearts.
Making Small Changes
Keeping your heart healthy doesn’t have to be complicated. Small changes to...
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Balancing a busy career and personal life can be a challenge, especially in the wellness industry. For many therapists, finding work that fits seamlessly into their schedule while offering flexibility, support, and competitive pay can feel like a dream. That’s where Glo steps in.
We recently sat down with one of our dedicated therapists Chrissy, to chat about her experience working with Glo, how it complements her lifestyle, and why she'd wholeheartedly recommend it to others.
How did you find out about Glo?
One of my therapist friends works for Glo and really recommended working with them so I thought I would sign up and have been working with them for years now.
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Beating the January Blues: A Corporate Wellbeing Reset
January can feel like a long, uphill climb after the festive season. With the excitement of Christmas behind us and the New Year bringing a return to routine, many people find themselves battling the January blues. Energy dips, motivation wanes, and stress can creep in, making it harder to start the year on the right foot.
For many, these feelings may be linked to Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), a form of depression that typically occurs during the darker winter months. Reduced exposure to natural sunlight can disrupt serotonin levels, sleep patterns, and overall mood, leaving employees feeling low in energy, unmotivated, and less productive.
So how can businesses help their teams navigate...
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Why Tai Chi is Perfect for Winter
Winter is a season of stillness and reflection, mirroring the core principles of tai chi and qigong. As temperatures drop, these practices help keep the body warm by promoting gentle movement that circulates blood and energy throughout the body. They enhance immunity, improve circulation, and keep joints flexible, countering the natural tendency for stiffness and sluggishness during colder months. Additionally, tai chi fosters a calm mental state, offering a grounding and meditative respite from winter stress and seasonal blues. By embracing tai chi in winter, you align with the season’s inward energy while keeping your body and mind vibrant.
About Tai Chi and Qigong
Everyone is familiar with tai chi as the...
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Take a moment to pause and reconnect with yourself through gentle yin poses and breathwork. This practice is all about releasing tension, calming the mind, and grounding yourself in each breath.
Self-care doesn’t need to be complicated; sometimes, it’s as simple as finding stillness and letting go. Breathe deeply and let each moment bring peace.
Here is a short yin yoga sequence which you can take at any moment in the day for some well-deserved you time.
- Half Butterfly with Side Bend
Come to a seated position extend your right leg out to the side, and with the opposite leg bend the knee and tuck the foot in towards your pelvis, take a block...
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