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It's #FamilyHealthandFitnessDay! Here at Hint, we love any excuse to get outside and have some fun, all the better if it improves our health, too. 💧Stay Hydrated and Eat Well: Fuel your family's adventures with nutritious meals and plenty of water. Don't forget healthy snacks for your outdoor excursions! Remember, proper nutrition and hydration are key to overall health. Reach out to your DPC doctor for personalized advice. ⭐Get Involved In Your Community: Explore local gatherings, fun runs, and charity events in your area. It's a great opportunity to lead by example, connect with your community, and meet other families! 🌳Have Some Fun: Discover hidden gems in your neighborhood, like local trails or parks. Pack a picnic, enjoy nature, and stay active as a family. Create your own backyard obstacle course or outdoor gym for some added fun and fitness. Lifestyle Medicine has taught us how important movement of the body is for physical and mental health, and this weekend, we’re also using it to improve our family bonds. Grab your water bottle, a snack, and your entire family if they’re willing - we’ll see you on the trails!

🏃♂️🚴♀️ Let's Encourage More of This: It's common to see people apologising for personal posts about their charity runs or cycling events. But shouldn't we encourage these posts? Why? Because they promote good wellbeing, something that's crucial for anyone, especially those working in the legal profession. As legal professionals, we often find ourselves in high-pressure environments, dealing with complex cases and tight deadlines. In the midst of all this, taking care of our physical and mental health tends to take a backseat. But it shouldn't. Regular exercise isn't just about staying fit; it's about maintaining mental clarity, reducing stress, and boosting productivity; these benefits are invaluable. So, next time you see a colleague posting about their charity run or cycling event, give them a thumbs up. Encourage them. And most importantly, join in. Let's prioritise our wellbeing, together. #WellbeingMatters #WellnessWednesday #HealthyLegalMind #LegalProfessionals #Wellness #LegalCommunity #FitnessForLawyers #HealthyHabits #WorkLifeBalance #LegalMindset #HealthyLawyers #WellnessInLaw #ExerciseIsKey #LegalFitnessChallenge #LegalLifeBalance

Walking is magic. We all know it. Well it must be. How can one simple thing provide so many benefits, including for health and wellbeing? And the evidence agrees. Though, with such a focus on health and wellbeing, and these outcomes being targeted at a particular section of the population, is there a risk of over medicalisation and marginalising the very people we want to reach? Do I need to be unwell to attend a health walk? Do I need to be struggling with mental health to join a wellbeing walk? Where is the 'spirit of adventure' which is levied at the rest of the recreational walking population? Why is the short, easy and accessible end of the walking spectrum largely ignored by the outdoor industries and heavily serviced by charities and community organisations? The above, and five reflections from developing a new (coming soon) walking programme, are discussed in this article on Walking Pace. https://lnkd.in/e8VqjN2Z

As the Site Manager for Lawnton L&L, I'm proud to announce that starting May 1st, our incredible team, alongside our amazing clients, has set out on a mission to raise 5K for gym equipment. 🏋️♂️ Our goal? To break barriers and create an all-abilities space where everyone, regardless of their abilities, feels comfortable and empowered to work out. At Lawnton L&L, inclusivity isn't just a buzzword – it's our guiding principle. We believe that everyone deserves access to fitness opportunities that cater to their unique needs and abilities. With the Home Run initiative, we're taking tangible steps towards making this belief a reality. But we can't do it alone. We need YOUR support to make this vision come to life! Whether you're a part of our community or a supporter from afar, every contribution counts. Together, we can make a difference and create a more inclusive fitness environment for all. Join us in spreading the word and supporting our cause. https://lnkd.in/g3aQWWvV. Together, we'll hit a home run for inclusivity and accessibility in fitness! ⚾️ #InclusiveFitness #HomeRunInitiative #LawntonLL #AccessibilityMatters Let's make a positive impact, one step – or should I say, one rep – at a time! 💪

Of the surveyed participants, 81.8 per cent did not meet the national exercise requirements, with most of their exercise being attributed to incidental activity, such as walking to public transport stations and food establishments. The main barriers to physical activity cited were lack of time and fatigue, especially after a long work day. Instead, people chose to spend the evening socialising with friends, watching television and scrolling the internet. We should really highlight to young and healthy people that walking is not a form of exercise. My cardiologist said so too! It’s a form of physical activity. Humans are made to walk. Some is better than nothing. Is it really the lack of time or the physical fatigue and priorities in life? Exercise, running, always recharges me after a long day at work. It’s a personal symbol of the end of my work day and relaxation starts. How do you find your middle ground? Fitness fanatic or couch potato? Millennials need to find a middle ground in exercise https://lnkd.in/dSK_WvTP

Our next IG prompt is ready so feel free to pop over to Instagram to take part in our challenge. Here we are on Week 4: CHALLENGE.💪🏾 But first, a big thank you to everyone who took part in any of our first 3 prompts! Now.. it' time for a challenge within a challenge!! That's right! We're challenging you to challenge yourself in any way you like in honor of PMD Awareness Month! 💡💙 Your challenge could be health-inspired if that's what speaks to you. Stand up for yourself at your next dr appointment. Book that new health professional. Reduce ultra-processed foods and sugar. Fix your sleep cycle. Reduce screentime. Or perhaps you're more of a fitness enthusiast. Raise awareness by doing a 10K run or 25-mile bike ride for PMD Awareness. Hike that trail you've always wanted to tackle. Get your friends together for a week of after-work walks. Add lifting to your routine. None of these ideas speaking to you? That's ok! We're all so different. Pick a project you’ve wanted to start or literally anything that challenges you in some way, and GO FOR IT! Whether it's starting a garden, reading a book, or buying those new running shoes, CHALLENGE YOURSELF! The world is your oyster...so long as it's safe and respectful. 😉 And if any of your stories were missed as we aren't able to monitor 24/7, please feel free to repost or DM us. We will be happy to share any of your past prompts throughout the month and appreciate your understanding! Here's to WEEK 4! iapmd.org/pmd-2024 💡💙 #pmdawarenessmonth2024 #pmd24 #ourlightbulbmomentpmd 🔹️ #PMDD #PME #PMS #PMDCommunity #PMDAwareness #MentalHealth  #mycycle #myperiod #pmddpeeps #premenstrual #photochallenge #pmddnotpms #hiking #walking #gardening #creativity #pmddawarenessissuicideawareness #pmddawareness #networkforgood #greatnonprofits #periodproblems #womenshealth #afab  #menstrualhealth #inclusion #challenge #challengeyourself

Celebrating Wellness and Growth with WINGS As we close out the year, I reflect with immense gratitude on the journey of WINGS and its impact on our community. One of the community project, Successful Ageing, (video below) holds a special place in my heart. It honors the unsung heroes—the first generation who migrated to the UK, contributing immensely to its economy while paving the way for a second generation of professionals and successful entrepreneurs. Sutton Coldfield Charitable Trust gave me the opportunity to create a space for this small community in Sutton Coldfield to connect, beat loneliness and bring shift in lifestyle for a healthier and happier progressive years. WINGS is serving the community through Funders as wings is more than just an acronym or a concept. It’s a movement—one rooted in Wellness, Inspiration, Growth, and Self-leadership. This year, we’ve celebrated many incredible moments: 🌟 Empowering individuals to embrace their personal growth journeys. 🌟 Strengthening bonds within communities through shared values and understanding. 🌟 Witnessing the transformative power of resilience and mindfulness in action. These stories remind us of the purpose behind WINGS: To uplift one another, create spaces for connection and healing, and champion wellness as a foundation for thriving lives and communities. As we celebrate this journey together, I encourage you to reflect: How can we continue to integrate the spirit of WINGS into our personal lives, families, and professional spaces? What can we do to ensure our communities continue to flourish? To everyone who has been part of this journey—thank you. Let’s keep soaring together, creating a brighter, more connected future. #WINGS #CommunityWellness #SuccessfulAgeing #GrowthMindset #Leadership #Celebration

With the NHS currently headline news following the Darzi report, our very own Dr Eidn Mahmoudzadeh  wrote an article for Personnel Today about a significant recent milestone as NHS England and NHS Charities Together committed £16m of funding to wellbeing programmes for its workforce. As the sixth biggest employer in the world, the NHS recognises the need to invest in the health and wellbeing of staff, and is a well-timed reminder that employers across all sectors should be investing in the same way.  With £40 billion a year (equivalent to 1.86% GDP) in economic losses associated with insufficient sleep, right now is the time to address this. Read more about how the power of sleep, and the opportunity for change:  https://lnkd.in/efvra_ty #NHS #EmployeeWellness #WorkplaceWellness #StaffWellbeing

🌟🧠 BREAKING BARRIERS, BUILDING RESILIENCE! This Mental Health Awareness Month, our community has come together in an incredible display of support through our #TrainForBrains campaign. We are thrilled to announce that we raised $1,355, nearly reaching our goal! 🚴♂️ Every pedal pushed and every dollar raised has been a step forward in our fight against mental health stigma and towards enhancing community support. We've not just moved towards our financial goal but have made significant strides in raising awareness and fostering inclusivity. 💚 While we celebrate these achievements, it's important to remember that the journey doesn't end here. Each contribution helps sustain the vital work of Mental Health Foundation, making a lasting impact on the lives of many. You can read more about our campaign results and the impact of your contributions here: https://lnkd.in/d3PVAY-F. 💬 With the momentum we've built, let’s brainstorm on more ways to make a difference. What new initiatives or causes should we focus on next? Share your ideas, and let’s keep pushing forward together! #MoreThanAMovement #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth #MentalHealthAwareness #MentalHealth

On Sunday, I rode 54 miles from London to Brighton with 40 of my colleagues from Sky's Consumer Group and more than 12000 other cyclists, through which I raised £1.3k for Mind. The day concluded a year-long project of mine, Miles for Mind, which has been my biggest personal and professional achievement to date. Alongside the cycle, the Miles for Mind initiative also involved a 15km walk/run in May during Mental Health Awareness Week that 400 members of Sky took part in. On a personal level, the initiative has brought together two of my passions. The first of these is sports/exercise. As a keen triathlete taking on my first Half Ironman in a week, I am always looking for ways to get more people active. The second of these is mental health, having completed my Mental Health First Aid Training last Summer. Physical activity has been shown to improve mental health, hence the initiative aimed to improve mental health at Sky. Moreover, as a collective, we have raised over £40k for Mind through the initiative, which will support mental health all around the UK. On a professional level, organising this initiative has hugely expanded my skillset. The process started by networking with other members of the business to obtain ideas and recommendations. Next, I formed a team with 5 other graduates, who I would lead and work with over the following months. Together, we built a business case that we pitched to senior members of the business to request funding. After getting approval came the planning of the events - working with several internal and external stakeholders, including Mind, Extreme Energy and Sky's internal events, security, creative, finance, legal and PR teams - and creating an internal communications strategy to engage colleagues, which was a success as we filled all of the available spaces across both events. A massive thank you again to everyone who worked on this project! To celebrate everyone who took part in Miles for Mind, we have created a short video, which I have a short cameo in, so please have a watch! You can find information and support from Mind here: https://lnkd.in/eU2MZ8mi