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Vitamins for Muscle Repair

By George Evans on February 13, 2023

Introduction Our muscles are vital to everything we do, whether that is going for a run, picking up a weight, or even simply talking. Consequently, it is vitally important that we take care of our muscles. Knowing how to allow our muscles to fully recover is an often overlooked but vital part of life. When […]

Anxiety And Blood Pressure

By George Evans on October 13, 2022

What is Anxiety? According to the American Psychological Association, anxiety is defined as a feeling of worry that causes us to experience “worried thoughts” and “tension”.1 Unfortunately, anxiety is a part of everyday life and everyone experiences it at some point. Anxiety can come in many forms and affect us in a variety of ways. […]

Recovery After A Heart Attack And Stents

By George Evans on September 29, 2022

What is a heart attack? A myocardial infarction (heart attack) is a cardiovascular condition that occurs as a result of damage to the heart. The British Heart Foundation1 reports that approximately 100,000 individuals suffer from myocardial infarction in the UK each year. Heart attacks occur when a partial or total blockage occurs within our coronary […]

Risk Factors of Respiratory Health Problems

By George Evans on September 23, 2022

What is ‘respiratory health’? In simple terms, our respiratory system is a large network of organs and muscle tissue, all of which work together to allow us to breathe. Therefore, a person’s level of respiratory health would be based on the health of the organs and muscle tissue that make up their respiratory system and […]

Does Angina Go Away With Exercise?

By George Evans on August 31, 2022

What is Angina Angina is the medical term given to chest pain that occurs when the blood flow to our heart's muscles becomes restricted. Whilst angina is often mistaken for a condition itself, it is actually a symptom of coronary heart disease. Whilst angina is not considered life-threatening, it is a warning sign of poor […]

Intense Exercise and Motor Neurone Disease

By George Evans on August 30, 2022

What is motor neurone disease (MND)? Motor neurone disease (also known as ALS and Lou Gehrig’s disease) is a condition that causes our muscles and motor neurones, the cells responsible for movement, breathing, speech, and swallowing, to gradually become weaker and deteriorate. The condition is fairly rare, with the MND Association reporting we have a […]

What is the Physical Exam for Angina?

By George Evans on August 19, 2022

What is Angina? Angina Pectoris, more commonly referred to as angina, is the medical term for chest pain caused by a decrease in blood flow to the heart’s muscles. Angina is fairly common, with recent statistics indicating it is prevalent in over 100 million people worldwide. While often misunderstood, angina is actually a symptom of […]

The Best Exercise for Peripheral Artery Disease

By George Evans on August 13, 2022

Peripheral artery disease (PAD) is a chronic medical condition that occurs as a result of plaque build-up in the peripheral arteries, causing sufferers of the condition to experience pain in their lower limbs. Despite being a condition that affects approximately 230 million people worldwide, a recent study found that only 9% of samples were familiar […]

Shaking After Workout

By George Evans on August 13, 2022

Introduction Have you ever felt shaky or weak after a workout and wondered why? Is it a good sign or a bad sign? Well, according to research published in the ‘Seminars in neurology journal, shaking/tremors after any form of intense exercise is a common occurrence and usually is nothing to be concerned about.1 There are […]

Is Angina a Serious Illness?

By George Evans on July 22, 2022

What is Angina Pectoris? Angina pectoris is the medical term given to chest pain caused by a blockage in the coronary arteries. Our coronary arteries are responsible for delivering oxygenated blood to the heart’s muscles, providing it with key nutrients. Over time, lifestyle factors such as a poor diet and inactivity can contribute to plaque […]

Angina of the Legs

By George Evans on July 6, 2022

What is Angina? Angina is a well-known medical term most commonly used to define one of the most prominent symptoms of coronary artery disease: chest pain. Angina (or angina pectoris) causes an individual to experience chest pain due to a lack of oxygenated blood flow to the heart’s muscles. Reduced blood flow to the heart […]

How to Prevent Osteoporosis

By George Evans on June 23, 2022

Introduction Osteoporosis is a chronic medical condition that causes our bones to gradually break down, making them fragile and more prone to injury. According to recent statistics, approximately 200 million individuals suffer from this condition worldwide.1 As the condition does not normally display any prominently noticeable symptoms, it is often referred to as the ‘silent […]

Angina Untreated: What happens?

By George Evans on June 11, 2022

Introduction Angina Pectoris, more commonly referred to as Angina, is a cardiovascular condition that affects roughly 6.2%1 of the global population. Angina causes us to experience chest pain due to a lack of oxygenated blood reaching our cardiac muscles. In most cases, this is caused by atherosclerosis, the process in which plaque builds up within […]

Back Pain Prevention

By George Evans on May 20, 2022

Introduction Our back is an essential part of virtually everything we do. Our back hosts the muscles that allow us to stand straight, and the spine allows our brain to communicate with the rest of the body, enabling us to function. Despite its importance, how often do you think about the health of your back? […]

Chest Pain After Exercise

By George Evans on May 12, 2022

Introduction Whilst it is understandable to panic when experiencing chest pain, the NHS reports that most chest pains are not caused by heart-related issues.1 Chest pain during and after exercise can be caused by a wide range of factors and can affect everyone, even those in perfect health. In the following article, we will take […]

Running with Asthma

By George Evans on April 27, 2022

Introduction Studies indicate that exercise participation is low amongst those diagnosed with asthma, with many of those diagnosed citing their asthma as a major barrier to physical activity, fearing it will worsen their condition and contribute to further asthma attacks.1, 2 Despite this, the European Lung Foundation states that aerobic exercise is one of the […]

Will Stress Cause Angina?

By George Evans on April 27, 2022

Introduction Stress is very much a part of everyday life. Whether it is caused by meeting deadlines or watching your favourite sports team, everyone experience stress on a daily basis. Whilst research identifies that some stress can be good for us, overexposure to stress goes hand in hand with the development of several health conditions, […]

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